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Grab a Stein at West Sixth Oktoberfest, No Ticket Needed
I went to West Sixth Oktoberfest in Lexington for a $12 stein, a smoked beer called House Fire and a schnitzel sandwich. What it cost and where to park.
Bring Your Dog to Barktoberfest in Hamburg and Get Free Food
I took my notebook to Paws 4 the Cause's Barktoberfest at Liquor Barn in Hamburg. Free brats, beer, wine, a silent auction and a lot of dogs in costumes.
What to Know Before You Go to the South Elkhorn Fall Festival
I went to the South Elkhorn Christian Church Fall Festival on Harrodsburg Road. Here is how parking works, what the booths are like and what I bought.
Take Your Kids to the Lexington Fire Prevention Festival
The Lexington Fire Department's free Fire Prevention Festival at Masterson Station Park. Parking, the demo loop, two antique engines, and a lot of free stuff for kids.
Parktoberfest at Ashland, Your Second Chance at Oktoberfest
Parktoberfest 2026 on the lawn at Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate. Where we parked for free, what the steins cost, what we ate, and a Great Dane named Gunther.
Why You Need to Go to the Southland Street Fair
I walked the Southland Street Fair 2026, ate pad thai in the beer garden, and petted a possum named Sadie. Where we parked and what we saw.
What I Found at the Kentucky Pop-Ups Fall Market in Hamburg
What I found at the Kentucky Pop-Ups fall market at Hamburg Pavilion, which vendors were there, what I bought, and when the market comes back.
What to Know Before You Go to Christ the King Oktoberfest 2026
What Christ the King Oktoberfest is actually like: the cake wheel, the casino tent, the German food tent, the beer mugs, and the two streets we parked on.
What the Woodland Art Fair Actually Costs (and Where to Park)
A write-up from the Woodland Art Fair in Lexington. The art, the barbecue, the drinks, what the day actually cost the two of us, and where we parked once the side streets filled up.
The Bluegrass Fair Is in My Neighborhood. Here's What to Know.
The Bluegrass Fair at Masterson Station Park in Lexington, KY happens each June. Hours, rides, food, parking, and tips from a local.
Inside the Bayou Bluegrass Easter Buffet at The Manchester Reserve
Bayou Bluegrass Catering delivered an incredible Easter buffet on April 5, 2026 at The Manchester Reserve. Here is a look at the full spread.
Scenic Horse Country Drive Near Lexington KY
Drive the scenic horse country roads near Lexington KY along Old Frankfort Pike, past famous farms and rolling bluegrass pastures.
Best Things to Do in Lexington KY: A Local's Guide
The real list of things to do in Lexington KY from someone who actually lives here. Keeneland, the Distillery District, Rupp Arena, Jacobson Park, and everything in between.
Breeders' Cup 2026 is Coming to Keeneland
The Breeders' Cup World Championships are coming to Keeneland on October 30-31, 2026. Everything you need to know about tickets, parking, what to wear, and why this is the biggest event Lexington has seen in years.
Complete Guide to Horse Farm Tours
Your complete guide to horse farm tours near Lexington, Kentucky. From mares and foals to stallion tours, Keeneland experiences, and retirement farms, discover everything Visit Horse Country has to offer.