Noel Night Market
2025-12-06 15:00 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
The 7th Annual Noel Night Market returns this year in downtown Mount Vernon, Kentucky on December 6th. We will post details and open vendor registration the first weekend in October via Google Form. Email rockcastlearts@gmail.com with any questions!

The Spirit of Christmas at Ravenwood Ridge
2025-12-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Ravenwood Ridge, 238 Ravenwood Lane, Orlando, KY, 40460, United States
Come join Cephus, Beau Dean, and all your neighbors for a good old-fashioned Christmas gathering at Ravenwood Ridge! With plenty of laughter, heartfelt music, and the story of Jesus Christ at the center, it’s the kind of celebration that feels just like sittin’ on the front porch with family.
Cephus will have you chucklin’ with his country wit, Beau Dean will keep things steady and true, and together they’ll remind us all that Christmas is more than lights and presents—it’s about the birth of our Savior. Add in some joyful singin’, toe-tappin’ music, and a few treats from the concession stand, and you’ve got yourself an evening that’ll warm your heart clear through.
Don’t miss this chance to slow down, share some laughs, and remember the real spirit of Christmas. Bring your kinfolk, your neighbors, and your appetite for joy—it’s gonna be a time to treasure.

Broom Making with Chris Robbins at Rockcastle Extension Office
2025-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Rockcastle County Extension Office, 1050 West Main Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Craft your own broom! The Rockcastle County Extension Office looks forward to having Chris Robbins with us in December for an evening as we learn the art of broom making! This class will fill up quickly, so pre-payment by Nov 25th is required or they cannot guarantee that your spot won’t go to someone on the waitlist!
Call 606-256-2403 to reserve your spot.

The Spirit of Christmas at Ravenwood Ridge
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Ravenwood Ridge, 238 Ravenwood Lane, Orlando, KY, 40460, United States
Come join Cephus, Beau Dean, and all your neighbors for a good old-fashioned Christmas gathering at Ravenwood Ridge! With plenty of laughter, heartfelt music, and the story of Jesus Christ at the center, it’s the kind of celebration that feels just like sittin’ on the front porch with family.
Cephus will have you chucklin’ with his country wit, Beau Dean will keep things steady and true, and together they’ll remind us all that Christmas is more than lights and presents—it’s about the birth of our Savior. Add in some joyful singin’, toe-tappin’ music, and a few treats from the concession stand, and you’ve got yourself an evening that’ll warm your heart clear through.
Don’t miss this chance to slow down, share some laughs, and remember the real spirit of Christmas. Bring your kinfolk, your neighbors, and your appetite for joy—it’s gonna be a time to treasure.
Tickets are $25 for adults and free for children 5 and under.

Christmas Vocal Recital
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with our Studio London Vocal Student Christmas Recital at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame! Enjoy selections of Christmas songs performed by our vocal students. Music kicks off at 2:00 PM in our lobby and is free to attend.

Twitty and Lynn - Christmas at Renfro Valley
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Gatlin Brothers Country & Christmas at Renfro Valley
2025-12-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

Songwriters in the Round
2025-12-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Songwriters in the Round: Next Generation of Kentucky Musicians
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the future of Kentucky music on Saturday, December 20th at NOON at the KY Music Hall of Fame. Hosted by Donovan Howard, this special Songwriters in the Round event features: 2025 Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Artist in Residence, Hunter Flynn Music Colton Bowlin Keagan Hatton
These young artists are making waves in the Bluegrass State — come hear their original songs, stories, and the heart behind the music.
Admission is FREE or you can donate to the Sanderson Music Fund, assisting songwriters and musicians throughout Kentucky. Bring a friend and support the next generation of Kentucky talent!

Spring Painting Workshop
2026-01-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Join us for a Spring Painting Workshop with Paint with Bai on January 17th at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum. The painting will be on a round door hanger. Cost is $40 per person with all supplies included. Ages 12 & up. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided for participants. We have 25 spots available, sign up today at the link below. Make sure to select the correct number of people, including yourself, if you are paying for more than 1 person.

The registration fee must be paid by January 10th, 2026. Unless the class is cancelled or postponed due to weather, no refunds will be given to those attendees that cancel after January 10th, 2025.

Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KB99SD8.

Elvis! The Concert of Kings: Hosted by Charles Stone
2026-01-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

3rd Annual Quilt Show at KMHOF
2026-02-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
The 2026 Quilt Show at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame will be held on Saturday, February 7th from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. It is FREE to enter up to 2 quilts. Admission to the show is $5 per person with children 12 & under free.

We will have three different categories this year including Hand-Sewn Quilts, Machine Embroidered Quilts and Recycled Quilted Items (purses, coats, stuffed animals, etc.). Quilts and items will be judged the day of the event by the general public receiving 1 ballot to vote. First place in all categories and divisions will receive $100 cash prize each. We will have Quilt Vendors selling fabric and other quilting related items as well as Cumberland Roots Coffee and Beverly Ann’s Cookie Truck on site.

You will drop off your quilts and items anytime on Friday, February 6th from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM or Saturday, February 7th 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. They will need to be picked up by 6:00 PM on February 7th.

Applications will close February 1st. For more information – call 606-256-1000, email allisonkmhof@gmail.com, or visit www.kentuckymusichalloffame.com

Maddie & Tae: The Love & Light Tour at Renfro Valley
2026-03-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, 2380 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States

2026 Great Saltpetre Cave Open House
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-17 10:00 - 15:30 | Great Saltpetre Cave, 237 Saltpetre Cave Road, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
The next Great Saltpetre Preserve Open House is:
Saturday, May 16, 2026 – 10am to 3:30pm (gate entry closes; last cave tour at 3:30pm)
Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 10am to 3:30pm. (gate entry closes; last cave tour at 3:30pm)
(Note: The Open House is always the weekend after Mother’s Day.)
Great Saltpetre Cave was a significant source of saltpeter for gunpowder during the War of 1812. (Note: “saltpetre” is the old spelling.)
The property has been an important part of the Rockcastle County community. Join us for:

Guided tours of the Cave.
Free soup beans and corn bread.
Food concession stand operated by the Livingston Fire Department.
Souvenir concession stand.
Miles of hiking trails.
Bring a picnic lunch.

The 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.
Admission is free, but donations to the Preserve are always appreciated!
Directions:
I-75 to Exit 59 (Mt Vernon/Livingston). Go East on Route 25 for about 100 yards.
Turn Left onto route 1004, continue on route 1004 about 4 miles
until it comes to a “T” (Just past RR tracks and cement bridge).
Turn right and continue about 5 miles farther to the Great Saltpetre Preserve.

4th Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival
2026-06-06 18:00 - 22:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Celebrate the blues with the 4th Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater. More information coming soon – but mark your calendars for Saturday, June 6, 2026!
