Kentucky State Parks put the “special” in special events, celebrating everything from wildflowers in the spring to spectacular fall colors in the mountain and lake areas.
From Elk viewing tours to ghost walks or reenactments and living history events, there are weekends full of fun, free entertainment to create special memories with your family and friends. Search KY state parks below by date range or by park name to view a list of each individual park’s events and read about each one. You and the kids can pick out which destinations and events you want to enjoy, then start building your itinerary.
Kentucky State Parks Events Calendar
Kentucky State Parks Events Calendar
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Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
Crowd favorite USUAL SUSPECTS BAND entertains this Friday evening on the patio beside the Grayson's Landing Restaurant. Music begins at 6:30 p.m. Central time. …
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park, Dawson Springs
Come celebrate National Trails Day at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. The park naturalist will be leading a night hike on the golf course path. We will see what kind of…
Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
Every second Friday of every month guests are entertained with traditional Bluegrass music. Enjoy the evening by starting in the Grayson's Landing Restaurant and end the…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Pennyrile Beach, Dawson Springs
We will use the almost full moon to guide us over the water to see what creatures are using the lake. Trips will last about 2 hours on the water. Bring water, bug spray, and a head…
Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
Cody Lohden and the Lohden Boys Band are the featured entertainment is Friday evening beginning at 6:30 p.m. Central time. Bring the whole family out to enjoy this free…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
Make you dad feel special by bringing him to enjoy our delicious Father's Day Buffet in the Grayson's Landing Restaurant. Food selections and prices will be listed…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
Cam Thompson returns to entertain this Friday evening beginning at 6:30 p.m. Central time. Enjoy a delicious meal in the Grayson's Landing Restaurant or just snack on the…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
This begins our 4th of July weekend celebrations. Linda Smith Band will help begin the weekend fun with a performance on the patio facing Rough River Lake. Make plans…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
It's time for the annual RUMBLE OVER ROUGH FIREWORKS! This special event is hosted by Friends of Rough River and promises to be spectacular. Begin the 4th of July week…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls Of Rough
July Fireworks begins this Saturday afternoon with a free concert by NITE SHIFT. Bring the family out and enjoy the entire day on the park playing games and recreational…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History