Road Hog Festival
2026-05-30 13:00 - 22:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Anglin’s Hog Pen, 57 W Main Street, Brodhead, KY, United States
Anglin’s Hog Pen and Sunset Drive In presents Road Hog Festival
This Free Event will have a car show, food trucks, live music, vendors, and drive in movie. Music by Acoustic Breakaways, Silhouette Band, and Tone Control. Call 606-758-8686 for more details.

US 25 Yard Sale
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-06 | KY
The 15th Annual US 25 Yard Sale stretches across US 25 in Kentucky from Walton to Williamsburg. Follow them on Facebook or call Randy at 859-779-3005 for more info.

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
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.

Riverside Rendezvous Festival
2026-06-19 16:00 - 2026-06-21 23:30 | Rockcastle Riverside, 4211 Lower River Road, Livingston, KY, 40456, United States
Riverside Rendezvous Festival at Rockcastle Riverside
Celebrate Summer Solstice on June 19-21, 2026 in Livingston, Kentucky! Come hang with us at the Riverside Rendezvous Music Festival, happening June 19–21, 2026, in scenic Livingston, Kentucky. Nestled along the Rockcastle River, this three-day celebration is all about good music, good people, and soaking up the kind of moments that stick with you long after the weekend ends.
More info: 859-404-1661

Volks Valley Rally Car Show
2026-06-20 09:30 - 15:00 | 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

Rock Painting Party
2026-06-25 16:00 - 18:00 | City of Mt. Vernon, Mt. Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join us June 25th from 4-6 PM at the City Park located at 15 Williams Street in Mt. Vernon, KY for a Rock Painting Party! It’s a free, family-friendly event where we’ll provide the supplies. Just bring your creativity to paint, hide, and share kindness rocks throughout Mt. Vernon!

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.

Bounce House and Foam Party
2026-06-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Lake Linville, 1797 Lake Linville Rd, Mount Vernon, KY, 40456, United States
Join us Tuesday, June 30th from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Rockcastle County Veterans Memorial Park/Lake Linville for an evening full of family fun!

Foam Party
Bounce House & Inflatables
Splash Pad
Basketball Court
Pickleball Court
Rolling Cones Ice Cream Truck

Bring your lawn chairs, towels, friends, and family and come enjoy an afternoon of fun at the park! Everyone is welcome—we can’t wait to see you there!

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

Livingston Homecoming Weekend
2026-09-04 - 2026-09-05 | City of Livingston, KY, 9317 Main Street, Livingston, KY, United States
Join the City of Livingston for their annual homecoming on Labor Day Weekend! Events include Gospel Singing, Country Breakfast, Parade, live music, pie auction, and more. Stay tuned for more details.

Rock Rebellion
2026-09-04 - 2026-09-06 | Rockcastle Riverside, 4211 Lower River Road, Livingston, KY, 40456, United States
Rock Rebellion is held Labor Day Weekend at Rockcastle Riverside in Livingston, Kentucky.
More information coming soon

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

Singer Songwriter Event at KY Music Hall of Fame
2026-09-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, 2590 Richmond Street, Mt. Vernon, 40456, United States

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

The Moonshiners Ball
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11 | Rockcastle Riverside, 4211 Lower River Road, Livingston, KY, 40456, United States
The Moonshiner’s Ball is an annual music festival that was started in 2014 by a rag-tag group of musicians and music-loving friends, including members of the band Blind Corn Liquor Pickers. Since 2018, the fest has taken place at Rockcastle Riverside, a beautiful and secluded private concert venue and campground located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, a little over an hour southeast from Lexington, Kentucky. With an average attendance of 1200-1500 kind souls, this small, grassroots festival allows plenty of space to spread out, steal away from the crowds and commune with nature.
Meticulously curated by a team of music lovers, The Moonshiner’s Ball embraces a diverse variety of music, with the unofficial tagline “folk by day, funk by night.” We take great pride in our region, and love to spotlight our favorite Kentucky acts, but are also excited to host some of our favorite musical discoveries from well beyond our state on our two stages. Genres range from bluegrass, Americana and singer-songwriter to funk, R&B, electronica and beyond.
Beyond the music, festival features include camping, kayaking / canoeing (arrange for a paddle experience on-site!), community bonfires, tons of kids’ activities, top-shelf culinary vendors, creative arts and craft vendors, and tons of new friends you didn’t know you needed in your life. The vibe is blissful, friendly and laid-back. We’re pretty sure you’re never gonna wanna leave.
