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SUMMARY:Renfro Valley Dual Sport Ride
DESCRIPTION:The Renfro Valley Dual Sport is a two-day charity event showcasing South Central Kentucky’s beautiful trails and landscapes. The unique annual 100-mile-per-day ride is for moderate- to expert-level dirt bikers who are fully licensed to operate on rural Kentucky roads. Riders have the option of using roll-chart route sheets or GPS. The event is held rain or shine\, and registration is non-refundable. \nRegistration – Registration for the event is online only and will close once capacity is reached. Ensure you register to secure your spot before heading out to attend the ride. \nRide for a Cause  💚\nThis event is proudly sponsored by Concerts 4 A Cause\, a Kentucky-based 501(c) 3) nonprofit. Net proceeds from the 2026 ride will support numerous charitable organizations\, including C4AC\, the local fire departments\, the KY Music Hall of Fame and Museum\, and others! Your participation directly strengthens and supports the people and programs that make Renfro Valley special. \nThe 2025 event supported donations to these organizations: Climax Fire Department\, Colorado 500 Charity Ride\, Concerts 4 A Cause\, Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum\, Livington Fire Department\, Rockcastle High School Guitar Club\, Rockcastle County High School Band\, and Sand Gap Fire Department. \nAll event activities\, except the Saturday rider luncheon\, are held at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Museum. Trail maps are provided at sign-in and will indicate the luncheon location. Riders may choose roll-chart route sheets or GPS.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/renfro-valley-dual-sport-ride-3/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Outdoor Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260502T180000
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Spring Fling at Brodhead Depot Park\nSaturday\, May 2nd\n12PM to 6PM \nFood Trucks\, Craft Vendors\, and Live Music \n$25 setup fee for food trucks and vendors. Contact Mike Tussey for more info at 606-392-3681
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/3rd-annual-spring-fling/
LOCATION:Brodhead Depot Park\, 62 Railroad St #42\, Brodhead\, KY\, 40409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260509T120000
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SUMMARY:Mountain Dulcimer Roots: A Stroll Through the Ages
DESCRIPTION:A very special dulcimer gathering at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame \nEvent Features \n\nJean Ritchie history\, songs and museum display\nMountain Dulcimers: German Scheitholt to Kentucky state instrument\nLearn how communities adapted their songs and tunes over time\nWorkshops for all playing levels
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/mountain-dulcimer-roots-a-stroll-through-the-ages/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Crafts,Family Events,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T153000
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SUMMARY:2026 Great Saltpetre Cave Open House
DESCRIPTION:The next Great Saltpetre Preserve Open House is: \nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026 – 10am to 3:30pm     (gate entry closes; last cave tour at 3:30pm)\nSunday\, May 17\, 2026 – 10am to 3:30pm.     (gate entry closes; last cave tour at 3:30pm) \n(Note: The Open House is always the weekend after Mother’s Day.) \nGreat Saltpetre Cave was a significant source of saltpeter for gunpowder during the War of 1812. (Note: “saltpetre” is the old spelling.) \nThe property has been an important part of the Rockcastle County community. Join us for: \n\nGuided tours of the Cave.\nFree soup beans and corn bread.\nFood concession stand operated by the Livingston Fire Department.\nSouvenir concession stand.\nMiles of hiking trails.\nBring a picnic lunch.\n\nThe public is welcome and encouraged to attend. Bring the whole family for a great day of interesting fun. The free cave tours last 45 to 60 minutes. The cave has electric lights. The cave floor is generally flat.  Dress for the cave environment – comfortable shoes and a sweatshirt. The cave is 57 degrees year-round. Bring a flashlight\, if you wish. \nAdmission is free\, but donations to the Preserve are always appreciated! \nDirections: \nI-75 to Exit 59 (Mt Vernon/Livingston).  Go East on Route 25 for about 100 yards.\nTurn Left onto route 1004\, continue on route 1004 about 4 miles\nuntil it comes to a “T” (Just past RR tracks and cement bridge).\nTurn right and continue about 5 miles farther to the Great Saltpetre Preserve.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/2026-great-saltpetre-cave-open-house/
LOCATION:Great Saltpetre Cave\, 237 Saltpetre Cave Road\, Mt. Vernon\, KY\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Outdoor Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260517T100000
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SUMMARY:2026 Great Saltpetre Cave Open House
DESCRIPTION:The next Great Saltpetre Preserve Open House is: \nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026 – 10am to 3:30pm     (gate entry closes; last cave tour at 3:30pm)\nSunday\, May 17\, 2026 – 10am to 3:30pm.     (gate entry closes; last cave tour at 3:30pm) \n(Note: The Open House is always the weekend after Mother’s Day.) \nGreat Saltpetre Cave was a significant source of saltpeter for gunpowder during the War of 1812. (Note: “saltpetre” is the old spelling.) \nThe property has been an important part of the Rockcastle County community. Join us for: \n\nGuided tours of the Cave.\nFree soup beans and corn bread.\nFood concession stand operated by the Livingston Fire Department.\nSouvenir concession stand.\nMiles of hiking trails.\nBring a picnic lunch.\n\nThe public is welcome and encouraged to attend. Bring the whole family for a great day of interesting fun. The free cave tours last 45 to 60 minutes. The cave has electric lights. The cave floor is generally flat.  Dress for the cave environment – comfortable shoes and a sweatshirt. The cave is 57 degrees year-round. Bring a flashlight\, if you wish. \nAdmission is free\, but donations to the Preserve are always appreciated! \nDirections: \nI-75 to Exit 59 (Mt Vernon/Livingston).  Go East on Route 25 for about 100 yards.\nTurn Left onto route 1004\, continue on route 1004 about 4 miles\nuntil it comes to a “T” (Just past RR tracks and cement bridge).\nTurn right and continue about 5 miles farther to the Great Saltpetre Preserve.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/2026-great-saltpetre-cave-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Great Saltpetre Cave\, 237 Saltpetre Cave Road\, Mt. Vernon\, KY\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Outdoor Adventure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260523T140000
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SUMMARY:Songwriter in the Round: Emily Jamerson\, Eric Bolander\, and Taylor Lansdale
DESCRIPTION:Experience the stories behind the songs at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum!\n\nJoin us for our Singer Songwriter Series\, where talented artists take the stage every performance at noon right inside our lobby.\n\nThese intimate sessions feature songwriters performing all original music and sharing the personal stories\, inspiration\, and moments that brought each song to life.\n Free to attend Featuring Emily Jamerson\, Eric Bolander\, Taylor Lansdale\, and host Donovan Howard Donations accepted for Sanderson Music Fund\n\nWhether you’re a lifelong music lover or just passing through\, it’s a unique way to connect with Kentucky’s rich musical roots.Come take a midday break with us—you never know which song will stay with you.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/songwriter-in-the-round-emily-jamerson-eric-bolander-and-taylor-lansdale/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family Events,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260528T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer Kick Off Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of summer with the annual Mount Vernon Summer Kick Off Car Show and Cornhole Tournament. This is a free cruise in with no competition and no registration required. First 50 vehicles will receive a dash plaque. All makes and models are welcome.  There will also be a cornhole tournament with registration on site\, as well as kids activities.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/summer-kick-off-car-show/
LOCATION:City of Mt. Vernon\, Mt. Vernon\, KY\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show,Family Events
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