Mt. Vernon - Rockcastle County Tourism

Volks Valley Rally Car Show
2026-06-20 09:30 - 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Central Kentucky VW Club presents the Volks Valley Rally Car Show at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
Registration on site starting at 9:30 AM
Registration is $20 per car
Spectators are Free
DJ Music & Top 10 Awards
Show is from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Songwriter in the Round: Josh Mitcham, Philip Bowen, and Charity Gilbert
2026-06-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
The Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum is happy to announce their Songwriter & Heritage Music Series for 2026:April 25: Loretta Lynn Tribute with Lisa Woods in Memories of a Coal Miner’s Daughter Live PerformanceMay 23: Emily Jamerson, Eric Bolander Music, and Taylor LansdaleJune 27: Josh Mitcham, Philip Bowen, and Charity GilbertJuly 25: Tommy Cate will be bringing his Gospel Jam to the Hall of FameAugust 22: Clarke Sexton, Keagan Hatton Music, and John IsaacsSeptember 26: Tony Logue, Jeremy & Della Marshall (Hollerhead), and Jason & Amy BowmanNovember 21: Cody Lee Meece, Shelby Lore Band, and Rick PotterDecember 19: Emily Jamerson, Josh Mitcham, and Zoe HowardMusic kicks off at Noon inside our lobby. They are free to attend. This series is brought to you by the Sanderson Music Fund – 100% of this fund goes to songwriters. Donations are accepted to help keep the music flowing and supporting the songwriters.

America 250 Celebrations in Rockcastle County
2026-07-04 11:00 - 21:00 | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join us on July 4th for a Parade, Fireworks, Inflatables, and more for a full day of fun!
Brodhead Stroller, Wagon, and Bike Parade
Lineup at 8:30 AM and Parade at 9:00 AM. Everyone is encouraged to dress in red, white, and blue and prizes will go to best decorated entry.
Mt Vernon Parade Theme: What America Means to Me
9AM to 11AM – Drop in by the Rockcastle Arts Place on Main Street to make your own red, white, and blue bag for collecting candy. Free and open to all
Parade Lineup at 10AM at Mt Vernon Elementary School
Parade at 11AM
Categories: Church, Business, School Organization, Family, and Civic Organization
Grand Prize: $300
Category Prizes: $100 First Place and $50 Second Place
Register by calling Kathy Bobo at 606-308-1208 or email bobokathy784@gmail.com
Evening Fun
Starting at 6PM at the Rockcastle County Industrial Park on Progress Drive off US150
Food + Silcox Ice and Sweet Spins Desserts + DJ Music + Inflatables
Fireworks at Dusk

Acoustic Breakaways Concert
2026-07-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Acoustic Breakaways at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum – located at 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY
Showtime 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Free Admission to Show

4th Annual A Midsummer Night's Talent Show
2026-07-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
The A Midsummer Night’s Talent Show is scheduled for July 11, 2026 at 6:00pm at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum (back amphitheater) in Mount Vernon, Kentucky.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN AT THE LINK: https://forms.gle/ueGzUXzDC1svFR84A

Presented by The Rockcastle Arts Association, The Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, and The City of Mt. Vernon

FREE EVENT – bring a lawn chair!

Contact Rockcastle Arts Association at rockcastlearts@gmail.com with any questions.

Prizes will be awarded by a panel of judges:

BEST OVERALL PERFORMANCE: $1000
(The overall winner will be chosen from the category 1st Place winners.)

CATEGORIES:
Musical performance of an ORIGINAL song – Solo/Duet – ages 18 and over (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Musical performance of an ORIGINAL song -Solo/Duet- ages 17 and under (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Musical performance of a COVER song – Solo/Duet – ages 18 and over (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Musical Performance of a COVER song – Solo/Duet – 17 and under (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Musical Performance of an ORIGINAL song – Group/Band – All Ages (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Musical Performance of a COVER song – Group/Band – All Ages (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Dance Solo or Group – All Ages (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)
Other Talent Performance – All Ages (1st Place $200, 2nd Place $100)

Registration forms MUST BE COMPLETED VIA GOOGLE FORM by July 1, 2026

Tommy Cate's Gospel Open Jam
2026-08-01 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States
Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Singer-Songwriter Series
Free to Attend – Shows start at Noon
June 27: Josh Mitcham, Philip Bowen, Charity Gilbert
August 1: Tommy Cate’s Gospel Open Jam
August 22: Clarke Sexton, Keagan Hatton, and Shelby Lore
September 26: Tony Logue, Jeremy & Della Marshall, and Jason & Amy Bowman
November 21: Cody Lee Meece, John Isaacs, and Rick Potter
December 19: Emily Jamerson, Josh Mitcham, and Zoe Howard

Clarke Sexton, Keagan Hatton, and Shelby Lore at KMHOF
2026-08-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States

Duck Duck Jeep End of Summer Bash
2026-08-27 17:00 - 20:00 | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Duck Duck Jeep End of Summer Bash with non-judged car, truck, and motorcycle cruise – in.
All makes and model vehicles are welcome.
First 50 Jeeps will get a limited edition duck.
Cornhole Tournament + kids activities + DJ Music by Charlie Napier + Door Prizes
Main Street in Mt. Vernon, KY

6th Annual Kentucky Food Truck Championship
2026-09-12 11:00 - 18:00 | Rockcastle County Industrial Park, Progress Drive, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Mark your calendars for our 6th Annual Kentucky Food Truck State Championship in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on September 12, 2026. We will have Food Trucks, Craft Vendors, Children’s Activities, as well as live music. Competitors are judged by a judge panel for overall champion and category winners. Attendees will get the chance to vote for their favorite in the special People’s Choice Award.
Event kicks off at 11:00 AM and goes through 6:00 PM. Parking is $5 per vehicle. Food and drink purchases are separate.
Event takes place at the Rockcastle County Industrial Business Park, located at 111 Progress Drive in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky
Applications are now being accepted for Food Truck Competitors and Craft Vendors.

Bulls and Barrels Rodeo in Brodhead Night 1
2026-09-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Brodhead Fairgrounds, Castle Village Dr, Brodhead, Kentucky
Get ready for an action-packed rodeo experience the whole family will love! Watch fearless riders take on powerful bulls during bull riding, and cheer on amazing riders and their horses as they race against the clock in barrel racing.
Beyond the arena, enjoy tons of delicious food, western vendors, and a variety of western-themed events and activities happening all evening. From classic rodeo thrills to great eats and entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss this unforgettable western experience!
Gates open at 5pm. All vendors, food, and western activities begin at 5pm. Bulls and Barrels action begins at 7:30pm.

Bulls and Barrels Rodeo in Brodhead - Night 2
2026-09-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Brodhead Fairgrounds, Castle Village Dr, Brodhead, Kentucky

Bittersweet Festival
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-03 | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Bittersweet Festival is held the first weekend in October and includes music, parade, craft and food vendors, and more!
Craft & Food Vendors – Contact City Hall for an application at 606-256-3437
Music Lineup for 2026
Friday:
6PM: Jaclyn Bullock
7PM: Shane Winkler Band
8PM: Call to Post
Saturday
5PM: D Boone Pitman
6PM: Donovan Howard
7PM: Dukes of Country
Also – Saturday Night we will have Best Beard and Best Mullet Contests at 7PM at the main stage
