Fall Is Here

Lots of Fall Festivals To Enjoy  

HARVEST FEST:  Check out Harvest Fest at Shaker Village for pony rides, hayrides, pumpkin painting, a hay maze, games and more. You can also meet farm animals and press apples for cider. Admission to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is required for this event. When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24 and 25.  Where: Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, 3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330                                CLICK HERE FOR WEBSITE           

ADVANCE AUTO FALL FEST CAR SHOW: This event benefits Toys for Tots and includes Hot Wheels races for children, food trucks, door prizes, music and vendors. There are several judging categories, including Best of Show, Best Motorcycle and more. When: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 Where: 626 Maysville Road, Mt Sterling, KY 40353

FESTIVAL LATINO DE LEXINGTON: This celebration of Latin American culture and art is hosted by Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Foundation for Latin American and Latino Culture and Arts. Friday night will feature authentic Latino foods, live music and dancing, and you can also enjoy visual arts and more.  When: 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30 and 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1

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FALLIN INTO FUN FESTIVAL:  This fall event has a classic cars cruise-in, arts and crafts vendor village, live music, food truck alley and a children’s area with inflatables. Admission to the festival is free. When: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1.  Where: Jack Kain Ford, 3405 Lexington Road, Versailles, KY 40383

SOUTH ELKHORN CHRISTIAN CHURCH FALL FESTIVAL:  South Elkhorn Christian Church’s Fall Festival is held outdoors and features more than 150 booths, with handcrafted goods, food, a quilt raffle and live music. Admission and parking are free. “Crafters represent the visual arts, woodworking, jewelry making, handwork like knitting and sewing, customization, both outdoor and indoor décor, seasonal items, and specialty food items to mention just a few,” the church’s website says. When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8.  Where: 4343 Harrodsburg Road, Lexington, KY 40513

SCAREFEST:  ScareFest weekend is jam-packed with activities like axe-throwing, a costume contest, and scream queen bowling. Sunday is Kids Day, and children 12 years and younger get free admission all weekend. Tickets can be purchased online. Prices start at $25 (before fees and tax) for Friday admission.  When: Friday to Sunday, Oct. 21 to 23.  Where: Central Bank Center, 430 W. Vine St., Lexington, KY 40507

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KENTUCKY BOOK FESTIVAL:  More than 150 authors are set to participate in meet-and-greets and book signings at the 41st annual Kentucky Book Festival. The lineup includes Barbara Kingsolver, Jon Meacham, Wendell Berry, Crystal Wilkinson and Geraldine Brooks. The literary celebration is family friendly, and you can check the event’s website for the full schedule closer to the date. When: Saturday, Oct. 29

Where: Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 161 Lexington Green Circle #B, Lexington, KY 40503

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