Celebrate with your Valentine, the gals or just yourself at a Kentucky State Park in February 2023! For a look at all upcoming Kentucky State Park events checkout the online calendar of events here.
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Honeymoon Valentine's Weekend
Friday, February 10 - Saturday, February 11
Join us for a weekend of couples fun! Karaoke, games, wine & bourbon tasting, prime rib buffet, dance and more. Stay 1 night, 2 nights or come just for the dance. Pick the package that suits your plans:
Friday Night — Karaoke & Games — 8 p.m. to Midnight
Sing away the night in your own karaoke style and compete in couples themed games for prizes. DJ entertainment provided by Delaney Sublett.
Saturday — Dinner 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. + Dance 8 p.m. to Midnight
Enjoy a romantic dinner with your sweetheart & then dance to music provided by Delaney Sublett DJ entertainment.
- Honey 1 Package starting at $269 + tax per couple - includes one night lodge room, Saturday Prime Rib dinner buffet, dance Saturday night and Sunday breakfast
- Honey 2 Package starting at $479 + tax per couple - includes two nights in lodge room, Karaoke Game night on Friday, Saturday afternoon wine & bourbon tasting, Prime Rib dinner buffet Saturday, Honeymooners’ dance Saturday night plus Saturday & Sunday breakfast
- Dinner & Dance $149 per couple - includes Prime Rib dinner buffet and dance tickets for Saturday night
- Karaoke or Dance only $39 per person - includes event ticket only
- Prime Rib Buffet $34.95 per person + tax and gratuity
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park
Patricia Wallen and the Pink Ladies Band - Eat to the Beat Series
Saturday, February 11, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at Hidden Waters Restaurant
Patricia Wallen was born and raised in eastern Kentucky in the small town of Hindman. At the age of 8 years old her father started teaching her how to sing and play mandolin. With her dad, Patricia would sing mostly bluegrass, but also found she loved to sing country! With recently recorded original material, she has been playing at venues just about everywhere - as well as performing near Pikeville, Kentucky where she now resides. This concert is included with the price of the meal. See ya there! Call 859-289-5507 for more info.
Carter Caves State Resort Park
Valentines Dinner Theater
Friday, February 10 - Saturday, February 11
Come on out for yet another evening of fantastic food and great performance with America’s Got Talent and 2 Time World Magic Award Winning Escape Artist Michael Griffin who brings the magic. Guests will enjoy a great buffet-style meal and then be treated to an amazing performance of impossibility up close in this audience interactive experience. Griffin says to bring an open mind, and a sense of humor and magically your smiles will appear. The cost for the dinner and show is $38.00 (plus tip) per person. We are also offering a package that includes the dinner, show and an overnight stay in Lewis Caveland Lodge for just $150.00 (plus tax & tip) for two people. Dinner starts at 7pm and we begin seating for dinner at 6:45 p.m. For additional information call 606-286-4411.
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Chautauqua Valentines Special
Saturday, February 11, 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Kentucky Chautauqua is a statewide service of Kentucky Humanities. We thank Kentucky Humanities for making this presentation possible as part of their mission of Telling Kentucky’s Story. Come stay at Cumberland Falls on the evening of the performance for only $99 and enjoy the show with FREE admission. Call 606-528-4121 to make your reservation and reserve your spot today. "Grandpa" Jones was a singer, a banjo picker, a song writer, and, in his later years, a television star — “Grandpa” Jones, otherwise known as Louis Marshall, did it all in a country music career that spanned more than 60 years. Few performers could please an audience the way Grandpa and his old-time music could. Kentucky Chautauqua proudly presents David Hurt as Grandpa Jones in Country Musician and Comic.
Ft. Boonesborough State Park
Fireside Chats - Dolly
Saturday, February 11, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a first-person presentation by Elizabeth Lawson as Dolly, an enslaved pioneer, shares the story of her life from her arrival with Daniel Boone and the axe men, to the establishment of Fort Boonesborough, the siege of 1778 and more. The 18th Century Tavern blockhouse will be open at 6:00pm for snacks and refreshments with the presentation starting at 6:30pm in the Orientation blockhouse. Admission is $12 per person for all ages and reservations are required as there is limited seating. Call (859) 527-3131 and if no answer please leave your name and phone number.
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
Interactive Valentines Murder Mystery Dinner Theater - "Belles Bourbon and Belladonna"
Saturday, February 11, 6:00 p.m.
Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theater-"Belles Bourbon and Belladonna." Call (606) 473-7324 for your reservation to celebrate Valentines Day with Dinner and a Show.
• 50.00 per ticket plus tax: $50.00
• Overnight Lodging starting at 179.95 plus tax: $179.95
John James Audubon State Park
Little Rembrandts - Valentines Art (ages 3-6)
Friday, February 10, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring those Little Rembrandts, ages 3-6, to the Audubon Museum on Friday, Feb. 10 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. for fun with Valentines Art. We will be working on shapes and color. All students must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required. DRESS for a MESS, as always and be prepared for a morning of FUN, CREATIVE ARTS with Mrs. Kim. For further information or registration, contact: Arts Administrator, Kim McGrew-Liggett at (502)782-9726 or email to: [email protected] Cost: $7.00.
Sweetheart Hike
Saturday, February 11, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Spend some time in the great outdoors with your Valentine sweetie! Bring a friend, the whole family, or that special someone along for our free naturalist-led Sweetheart Hike on Saturday, February 11, at 1:00 P.M. Along the hike route, some of nature’s “love stories” (unique and fascinating animal mating rituals, family-friendly, of course) will be shared. Be prepared for this 1-mile moderately strenuous hike by dressing in layers and wearing sturdy shoes. Meet at the John James Audubon Museum. Please watch our Facebook and Instagram pages for weather-related hike announcements. Questions? Contact: Lisa Hoffman at (502)782-9727 or email to [email protected]
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Valentine Sweetheart Buffet
Friday, February 10, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Bring your sweetheart for a special evening of romance with delicious food and live music. Specialty buffet selections prepared by our talented chefs. And to add a little magic, Cody Campbell and friend will be performing live. Add some Sparkling Rose or perhaps a Mimosa for an extra touch of love. A perfect way to celebrate a bit of QT with your Cu-tie!! Valentine's Dinner Buffet: $18.00. Taxes and fees not included in pricing.
Limited Seating available. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Kingdom Come State Park
My Bloody Valentine Haunted House
Saturday, February 11, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Love is in the scare! Grab your Valentine and experience terror and torment like our Halloween haunted house, but with a twist! What thrills and chills await you? Entry is $5 per person. Tickets are to be purchased at the gift shop. My Bloody Valentine Haunted House is not recommended for ages 12 and under! Call the park at (606) 589-2478 for more info.
Rough River Dam State Resort Park
Sweetheart Dinner & Dance 2023
Saturday, February 11 - Sunday, February 12
Enjoy a romantic weekend away by attending our dinner and dance event. A delicious meal will be crafted and cooked by our chef and staff. Even in the winter our scenery is beautiful and can be enjoyed from any room. Following your sweetheart meal in the Grayson's Landing Restaurant you can enjoy the music of NITE SHIFT. Dance to favorite romantic hit songs by this popular local cover band. Call the front desk to make a weekend reservation. Dinner and Dance tickets are also available for purchase from the Front Desk. Call 270-257-2311.