You’ll love our list of the best fall festivals in Kentucky

Which festivals in Kentucky are a must-see?

Bucket list festivals in Kentucky include:

• World Fest in Louisville. Celebrate cultures from around the world at this fantastic festival in Kentucky.
• International Barbecue Festival in Owensboro. Kentucky knows barbecue and people from far and wide bring their best.
• The Big Lebowski Festival in Louisville. If you don’t like this festival, well, you know, that’s just, uh, your opinion, man.
• The Kentucky Derby Festival in Louisville. This is of course the #1 festival you absolutely have to visit in Kentucky.

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What are the major fall festivals in Kentucky?

The major fall festivals in Kentucky are:

• Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown. Kentucky is the home of bourbon and here you can sample the best of it.
• Anderson County Burgoo Festival in Lawrenceburg. Burgoo is a filling and flavorful stew that comes in a variety of styles. Come try some!
• Jefferson Gaslight Festival in Jeffersontown. Don’t worry, it’s NOT THAT kind of gaslighting. This is a historic event that has been happening for over 50 years.
• Trigg County Ham Festival in Cadiz. This festival celebrates one of Kentucky’s favorite foods prepared in so many different ways.

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What are the best foodie events in Kentucky?

The best foodie events in Kentucky include:

• Barbecue on the River in Paducah. Taste the best barbecue you’ll ever taste at this delicious festival.
• World Chicken Festival in London. Kentucky makes some really great fried chicken and you can eat your fill here.
• Beer Cheese Festival in Winchester. Beer cheese is a local favorite and you can dip almost anything in it.
• Monroe County Watermelon Festival in Tompkinsville. Watermelon is beloved in Kentucky and you can eat lots of it at this event.

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