Mt. Vernon - Rockcastle County Tourism

Woodsongs Song Farmer Gathering
2024-05-17 14:00 - 2024-05-18 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
It’s a Front Porch Picking Party all weekend! All current WFPA/SongFarmers and WoodSongs Partners attend both days FREE. The venue is an INSIDE FACILITY as part of the Museum, so there is plenty of performing space, a stage area and all the historic music displays. Don’t worry if it’s raining, dress relaxed and comfortable!
The National Gathering of SongFarmers will be Friday and Saturday, May 17 & 18, 2024 in the historic Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum (KMHF) estate in Renfro Valley, KY. ADDRESS: This is north of Knoxville TN and south of Lexington, KY on Interstate 75, 2590 Richmond Street Mt. Vernon, KY 40456 (Exit 62 off Interstate 75 in Renfro Valley, KY)
REGISTER TO ATTEND for your FREE WFPA/SONGFARMERS and WOODSONGS TICKETS CLICK HERE
All WFPA/SONGFARMERS get TWO FREE TICKETS to BOTH days and can perform at the open public concert each evening, just bring your current WFPA memership card. It is helpful if you can register in advance.
All WOODSONGS PARTNERS can attend the entire event both days, enjoy the music, song circles, jams and workshops FREE. Just bring your current WS Partner card. It is helpful if you can register in advance.
NOT A MEMBER OR PARTNER? No problem, tickets are $20 per person per day or become a member at the welcome table. Bring you instrument, your voice and your songs and have a front porch picking time with SongFarmers.

Friday After Five
2024-05-17 18:00, 2024-06-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Friday After Five on Main Street in Downtown Mt. Vernon, Kentucky
Free Non-Judged Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show on Main Street
Cornhole Tournament
Kid’s Activities with Rockcastle Arts Association
Live Music Each Month
May 18th: Donovan Howard Trio
June 21st: Driftwood Gypsy
July 19th: Bill Taylor & The Appalachian Heatherns
Everything kicks off at 6:00 PM.

KENTUCKY BLUES MUSIC FESTIVAL
2024-06-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Mount Vernon Rockcastle Tourism, City of Mount Vernon, Kentucky, and Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum proudly present the 2nd Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival. It will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024 in the Amphitheater behind the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame. 2024 will feature KMHOF Inductee, Tee Dee Young , along with Rachel Crowe and 2024 Artist in Residence Donovan Howard Music Trio. Music kicks off at 5PM and is FREE to attend.

Patriotic Concert
2024-07-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join the Lexington Concert Band Orchestra for a special Patriotic Concert on Friday, July 5th, at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater. It is free to attend and all ages. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and enjoy the music. Music kicks off at 7:00 PM.

A Midsummer Night's Talent Show
2024-07-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
The Second Annual A Midsummer Night’s Talent Show will be held on July 27, 2024 at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum outdoor amphitheater at 6:00 PM. It is FREE to attend and enter – you must pre-register to enter.

The prize money has doubled! Each category winner will receive $200 and one of them will be named the overall winner and receive an additional $2000!

Categories have been added!
VOCAL/MUSICAL- Solo – ages 15 and under
VOCAL/MUSICAL- Solo – ages 16 and over
VOCAL/MUSICAL – Group – ages 15 and under
VOCAL/MUSICAL – Group – Ages 16 and over
DANCE – ages 15 and under
DANCE – ages 16 and over
VARIETY/NON-MUSICAL – ages 15 and under
VARIETY/NON-MUSICAL – ages 16 and over

If you are interested in competing this year – please check out the registration link for more information!
https://forms.gle/HBkonzAG8aATDSsv9

KENTUCKY FOOD TRUCK CHAMPIONSHIP
2024-09-14 11:00 - 18:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center Festival Field, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Mark your calendars for our 4th Annual Kentucky Food Truck State Championship in Renfro Valley, Kentucky on September 14, 2024. In 2023, we had 36 Food Trucks competing to win category prizes, as well as the $5,000 cash prize for Grand Champion! Over 10,000 attended in 2023, which included 36 food truck vendors, 30 craft vendors, live music, and Children’s activities. We plan to have an even bigger championship planned for 2024.

Bittersweet Fall Festival
2024-10-04 17:00 - 22:00 | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Bittersweet Fall Festival in Downtown Mt. Vernon, Kentucky – Enjoy free concerts, fun activities for the whole family, craft vendors, food trucks, and more on October 4-5, 2024.
Craft Vendor and Food Truck Vendor Registration – Contact City Hall at 606-256-3437 for more information
Concert Lineup
Friday, October 4th: Tim Goodin, Bill Taylor & the Appalachian Heatherns, Donovan Howard Trio, and Shane Winkler Band
Saturday, October 5th: 7eventh Time Down, We Are Vessel, Empowered, Azlyn, and Jaclyn Bullock

Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2024-10-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join us as the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame welcomes Black Stone Cherry, Rodney Griffin, Bobby Mackey, Paul Martin, Jimmy Mattingly, The McLain Family Band, Billy Moore, Ruble Sanderson, Sturgill Simpson, Charlie Sizemore, and Gary Stewart into the Class of 2024. The Induction Ceremony will take place on October 26, 2024, at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center. Tickets are available to the public for purchase starting Friday, March 1st at 10:00 AM at www.renfrovalley.com.
Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting Jessica at kentuckymusichalloffame@gmail.com or calling 606-256-1000.

Jump: America's Van Halen Experience
2025-02-01 20:00 - 23:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Renfro Valley Entertainment Center – Old Barn Theater
Advanced – General Admission (STANDING ROOM!! NO SEATING) – $24.50
DAY OF SHOW – $30
PREFERRED TABLE SEATING AVAILABLE
Balcony Seating – LIMITED SUPPLY AVAILABLE AT DOR
**Only table and balcony tickets have guaranteed seats**

18+ ONLY
After performing sold out shows across multiple different states and being recruited for international tours in Canada and Australia, JUMP has positioned themselves as one of the top up and coming Van Halen tributes on the planet.
Delivering two hours of classic David Lee Roth era Van Halen, the Toledo, Ohio based band lineup is composed of a group of youngsters all born in the mid-late 90’s and early 2000’s. While their age offers a visual aesthetic true to Van Halen in their prime, their sound also reflects the same shredding Eddie guitar solos, rock solid rhythm section, and the whaling two-tone screams reminiscent of David Lee Roth’s voice. Featuring a variety of hits and deep cuts off of the first 6 albums, JUMP’s live show includes a selection of skits and one liners portrayed by Van Halen from bootlegs of their live shows between 1978-1984.
Experience an embodiment of the David Lee Roth era of Van Halen and immerse yourself in YOUTH, NOSTALGIA AND ROCK ‘N ROLL.

The Beach Boys at Renfro Valley
2025-02-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
The Beach Boys
Doors: 6pm Show: 7:30pm
$65.99 to $189.99
Renfro Valley Entertainment Center – New Barn

Riverside Rendezvous Music Festival
2025-05-16 - 2025-05-17 | Rockcastle Riverside, 4211 Lower River Road, Livingston, KY, 40456, United States
Come hang with us at the Riverside Rendezvous Music Festival, in scenic Livingston, KY! Gather with friends, family, and fellow music lovers to experience the magic of live performances from top regional and local bands, delicious food, and handmade artisan crafts. The Rockcastle Riverside is a full service campground with 20 electric hook-ups, water, and dump station. Located in the middle of the Daniel Boone National Forest on the Rockcastle River, The Riverside is home to miles of trails, pristine woods and rock formations, and secluded primitive campsites. Fish, kayak, swim or just enjoy the scenery!

Volks Valley Rally 2025 Car Show
2025-06-07 09:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Join the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Central Kentucky Volkswagen Car Club for their annual Volks Valley Rally on Saturday, June 7th. This event continues to grow each year in the field beside the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame. It is $25 to register – pre-registration guarantees a tshirt. Free to attend the show as a spectator. There will be dj music and food trucks. Then that evening there will be the Kentucky Blues Music Festival. Make it a full day of fun and music for the whole family!

3rd Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival
2025-06-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join us for the 3rd Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival on Saturday, June 7th at 6:00 PM. 2022 Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Member, Tee Dee Young will capture our hearts with his soulful music, along with Treyvon King Band and Donovan Howard Music. It will be held on our Amphitheater Stage behind the Hall of Fame. This event is FREE to attend and all ages are invited. Be sure to bring a lawn chair, bug spray, sunscreen. We will have food trucks, as well as beer & wine available for sale. This event is sponsored by Mount Vernon Rockcastle Tourism and the City of Mt. Vernon, KY.

Tracy Lawrence with the Sedonas at Renfro Valley
2025-07-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased online at www.renfrovalley.com, in person at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center or Valley Liquor Store, or by calling 1-800-514-3849.

Them Dirty Roses with Gravel Switch at Renfro Valley
2025-07-11 20:00 - 23:00 | Old Barn Theater at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Shenandoah with Scoot Teasley at Renfro Valley
2025-07-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

John Anderson with Cledus T Judd at Renfro Valley
2025-07-19 19:30 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Bryan Martin at Renfro Valley
2025-07-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Old Barn Theater at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

A Midsummer's Night Talent Show
2025-07-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join us for the Midsummer’s Night Talent Show with the Rockcastle Arts Association! There are special categories for singing, dancing, and other talents for all ages. The event is held annually on the last Saturday in July at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater. The event is free to attend. More information coming soon.

Night Moves the Ultimate Bob Seger Tribute at Renfro Valley
2025-07-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Old Barn Theater at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Brothers of the Heart at Renfro Valley
2025-08-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Craig Morgan at Renfro Valley
2025-08-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Hairball at Renfro Valley
2025-08-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Confederate Railroad at Renfro Valley
2025-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Old Barn Theater at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Creed Fisher and Frank Foster at Renfro Valley
2025-08-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Dailey & Vincent at Renfro Valley
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Ricky Skaggs at Renfro Valley
2025-09-06 19:30 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Tyler Farr at Renfro Valley
2025-09-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Old Barn Theater at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
