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SUMMARY:Memories of a Coal Miner's Daughter: Loretta Lynn
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome Kentucky Chautauqua Speaker\, Lisa Woods\, as she depicts Loretta Lynn in “Memories of a Coal Miner’s Daughter” performance. It will be held on Saturday\, April 25th at Noon at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Lobby. It is Free to attend the performance with no ticket required. All ages are welcome.\n\nLoretta Lynn was known for her songs and stories as she came from Butcher Holler\, Kentucky. Loretta broke barriers\, told women’s stories with honesty and grit\, and changed country music forever. Her voice\, songwriting\, and fearless spirit continue to inspire generations. She was also one of our pioneer inductees in 2002 and helped established the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Join us as we celebrate her life and music through this special performance. This program is funded in part by the KY humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/memories-of-a-coal-miners-daughter-loretta-lynn/
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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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:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T091405
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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:20260606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260606T220000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 4th Annual Kentucky Blues Music Festival – coming to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame on Saturday\, June 6th at 6:00 PM. This year’s lineup includes 2022 Hall of Fame Member\, Tee Dee Young \, along with Nat Myers and Donovan Howard. Admission is Free to attend. Bring a chair\, grab a bite to eat or drink from our food trucks\, and settle in for an unforgettable night of live blues under the Kentucky sky! Don’t miss one of this summer’s hottest events.  Brought to you by the KMHOF\, Mount Vernon Rockcastle Tourism \, and City of Mount Vernon\, KY.
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/4th-annual-kentucky-blues-music-festival/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, KY\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family Events,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T093000
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SUMMARY:Volks Valley Rally Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Central Kentucky VW Club presents the Volks Valley Rally Car Show at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\nRegistration on site starting at 9:30 AM\nRegistration is $20 per car\nSpectators are Free \nDJ Music & Top 10 Awards\nShow is from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/volks-valley-rally-car-show-2/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show,Family Events,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260711T180000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual A Midsummer Night's Talent Show
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nREGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN AT THE LINK: https://forms.gle/ueGzUXzDC1svFR84A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by The Rockcastle Arts Association\, The Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\, and The City of Mt. Vernon\n\n\nFREE EVENT – bring a lawn chair!\n\n\n\nContact Rockcastle Arts Association at rockcastlearts@gmail.com with any questions.\n\n\n\nPrizes will be awarded by a panel of judges:\n\n\n\nBEST OVERALL PERFORMANCE: $1000\n(The overall winner will be chosen from the category 1st Place winners.)\n\n\n\nCATEGORIES:\nMusical performance of an ORIGINAL song – Solo/Duet – ages 18 and over (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nMusical performance of an ORIGINAL song -Solo/Duet- ages 17 and under (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nMusical performance of a COVER song – Solo/Duet – ages 18 and over (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nMusical Performance of a COVER song – Solo/Duet – 17 and under (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nMusical Performance of an ORIGINAL song – Group/Band – All Ages (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nMusical Performance of a COVER song – Group/Band – All Ages (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nDance Solo or Group – All Ages (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\nOther Talent Performance – All Ages (1st Place $200\, 2nd Place $100)\n\n\n\nRegistration forms MUST BE COMPLETED VIA GOOGLE FORM by July 1\, 2026
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/4th-annual-a-midsummer-nights-talent-show/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Amphitheater\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, KY\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Concert,Family Events,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame,Rockcastle Arts Association
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SUMMARY:Tommy Cate's Gospel Open Jam
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Singer-Songwriter Series\nFree to Attend – Shows start at Noon\nJune 27: Josh Mitcham\, Philip Bowen\, Charity Gilbert\nAugust 1: Tommy Cate’s Gospel Open Jam\nAugust 22: Clarke Sexton\, Keagan Hatton\, and Shelby Lore\nSeptember 26: Tony Logue\, Jeremy & Della Marshall\, and Jason & Amy Bowman\nNovember 21: Cody Lee Meece\, John Isaacs\, and Rick Potter\nDecember 19: Emily Jamerson\, Josh Mitcham\, and Zoe Howard
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/tommy-cates-gospel-open-jam/
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:20260822T120000
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SUMMARY:Clarke Sexton\, Keagan Hatton\, and Shelby Lore at KMHOF
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Singer-Songwriter Series\nFree to Attend – Shows start at Noon\nJune 27: Josh Mitcham\, Philip Bowen\, Charity Gilbert\nAugust 1: Tommy Cate’s Gospel Open Jam\nAugust 22: Clarke Sexton\, Keagan Hatton\, and Shelby Lore\nSeptember 26: Tony Logue\, Jeremy & Della Marshall\, and Jason & Amy Bowman\nNovember 21: Cody Lee Meece\, John Isaacs\, and Rick Potter\nDecember 19: Emily Jamerson\, Josh Mitcham\, and Zoe Howard
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/clarke-sexton-keagan-hatton-and-shelby-lore-at-kmhof/
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:20260912T110000
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Kentucky Food Truck Championship
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEvent kicks off at 11:00 AM and goes through 6:00 PM.  Parking is $5 per vehicle. Food and drink purchases are separate. \nEvent takes place at the Rockcastle County Industrial Business Park\, located at 111 Progress Drive in Mt. Vernon\, Kentucky \nApplications are now being accepted for Food Truck Competitors and Craft Vendors. 
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/6th-annual-kentucky-food-truck-championship/
LOCATION:Rockcastle County Industrial Park\, Progress Drive\, Mt. Vernon\, KY\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall Events,Family Events,Food Truck Championship,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260926T120000
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SUMMARY:Singer Songwriter Event at KY Music Hall of Fame
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Singer-Songwriter Series\nFree to Attend – Shows start at Noon\nJune 27: Josh Mitcham\, Philip Bowen\, Charity Gilbert\nAugust 1: Tommy Cate’s Gospel Open Jam\nAugust 22: Clarke Sexton\, Keagan Hatton\, and Shelby Lore\nSeptember 26: Tony Logue\, Jeremy & Della Marshall\, and Jason & Amy Bowman\nNovember 21: Cody Lee Meece\, John Isaacs\, and Rick Potter\nDecember 19: Emily Jamerson\, Josh Mitcham\, and Zoe Howard
URL:https://www.rockcastletourism.com/eventcalendar/singer-songwriter-event-at-ky-music-hall-of-fame/
LOCATION:Kentucky Music Hall of Fame\, 2590 Richmond Street\, Mt. Vernon\, 40456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
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