APRIL

41st Annual Antique Show and Sale
April 5-6
100 dealers from a dozen states selling a wide range of antiques from vintage collectibles to museum quality artifacts at reasonable prices. Saturday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission $6.00. Nelson County High School, Hwy 62 East. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877. www.parrettlich.com

Lincoln’s Roots in Nelson County
April 6
As our nation celebrates the Lincoln Bicentennial 2008-2010, Wickland, The Home of Three Governors will feature monthly events. Lecture 2 - 4 pm. 550 Bloomfield Rd., Bardstown, KY. For more information call 502-507-0808.

Whiskey City Cruisers
April 12
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

Spring Plowing at Wickland
April 12
Something will happen in the cornfield at Wickland which has not happened in 100 years. Horse drawn plows will turn the soil for the planting of a field of corn. Draft horses, and vintage farm equipment will demonstrate not only how it used to be done, but how it can be done without machine noise and noxious fumes. The Green Way. 10:00am – 4:00pm. 502-507-0808.

3rd on 3rd
April 18-19
Walk, Talk,& Gawk, An Art Expo - Downtown Bardstown is blooming with beautiful creations...join us Friday Night, April 18th to Walk the streets, Talk with friends and Gawk at fascinating art. Our local artists are out in force showcasing their talents in several downtown shops and restaurants. The fun continues Saturday with many artists on hand demonstrating their trade. Students from our local high schools will also proudly display their skills at the Episcal Church.

Civil War Museum Living History
April 19-20
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm. Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration of American Music
April 20
To honor President Lincoln's 200th birthday, the Mid-Kentucky Chorus at St. Catharine will perform a variety of traditional American music favorites. Music selections are pieces that were dear to Mr. Lincoln, including songs written by Stephen Foster, early American hymns, popular ballads and familiar Civil War songs. Union and Civil War re-enactors, fife and drums, fiddlers, cloggers are included. St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral 3 p.m. Reserved seating is available with advance ticket purchase. Please call Susan Spalding 859-336-9232 or email lensusan@bellsouth.net for more information and to make reservations.

Kentucky Bourbon Festival Sampler
April 26
A fun-filled evening of sampling a variety of Kentucky bourbons and foods from area restaurants. 6:30 - 9:00 pm. $30 advance, $35 at the door. Jideco Hall, Mitsuba of Bardstown, 901 Withrow Ct., Bardstown. 502-348-3623 or 800-638-4877. www.kybourbonfestival.com

MAY

My Old Kentucky Homecoming
May 4
This gathering on the lawn of Spalding Hall features live entertainment, delicious food and drink and warm hospitality. The festivities are from 1:00 - 5:00 pm. $25.00. Tickets for brunch are available for sale at the Welcome Center. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Whiskey City Cruisers
May 10
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

Lincoln’s Mothers (on Mother’s Day)
May 11
As our nation celebrates the Lincoln Bicentennial 2008-2010, Wickland, The Home of Three Governors will feature monthly events. Lecture 2 - 4 pm. 550 Bloomfield Rd., Bardstown, KY. For more information call 502-507-0808.

3rd on 3rd
May 16-17
Heritage Weekend - Join us in Downtown Bardstown as the streets come alive. You'll enjoy shopping, dining and restaurants.

Bourbon Open Golf Tournament
May 16-18
The Bourbon Open is an annual meeting of old friends, new friends, golf, the tasting of fine Kentucky Spirits and two evenings of outstanding entertainment. Old Kentucky Home Country Club and Kenny Rapier State Park Golf Course. 502-348-3528.

Civil War Museum Living History
May 17-18
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

Wickland Wine and Theatre Fest.
May 29
Enjoy an evening of food, wine and entertainment under the stars. 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm $5.00 per person. Children under 12 free. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Wine Hop
May 30
Sample Kentucky wines, and meet the winemakers at Bardstown's finest restaurants. Trolley ride and light hors d'oeuvres (Meet at the Farmer's Market). 5 pm - 8 pm, Wine Hop; 8 pm - 10:00 pm, Wine Market. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877

Wine and Cheese Tasting
May 31
For the wine novice and enthusiast alike, the Bardstown Rotary Club, in conjunction with the American Heart Association, will hold its 33rd annual wine and cheese tasting festival on the lawn of historic Spalding Hall from 6:30 - 9:00 pm. $25 in advance, $30 at the gate. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

JUNE

Bardstown Ghost Trek
Saturdays, June-October
45-minute Power Point of ghostly activity, followed by a walking tour of downtown Bardstown during which historic and ghostly happenings are related. Tour and presentation last two hours. Every Saturday from June 7 to October 25, 8:00 pm. $15 per person. 859-576-5517 or 800-638-4877. www.ghosthunter.com

Summer Band Concerts
June 6
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

14th Annual Bardstown Bluegrass Festival
June 6-7
Performers include Bluegrass 101, Paul Williams & The Victory Trio, Tommy Brown & the County Line Grass and more. Rain or Shine show will go on, held under large pavilion. Friday, 6:00 - 10:00 pm, Saturday, Noon - 10:00 pm. Friday, $10, Saturday, $15 Combo Ticket $20. at White Acres Campground. 502-252-9004 or 502-507-5449.

Stephen Foster - The Musical Opening Night
June 7
Celebrate the opening of our 50th season with a party in the gardens on the grounds of My Old Kentucky Home State Park at 6:30 pm. Performance of the musical is at 8:30 pm in the amphitheatre. $50 per person, dinner and show, $25 show only. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

5th Annual Blooming Bardstown Garden Tour
June 7
Self-guided tour of 8 gardens in historic Bardstown and the Nelson County area. 9 am – 4 pm. $10 in advance, $12 day of tour. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Kentucky Railway Museum’s Train Robbery
June 7
Join us for a wild ride as your train gets robbed by a rootin’ tootin’ gang of train robbers. Adults $17, Children $12, (children 12 and under free) 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Stephen Foster - The Musical Season
June 7 - June 28, Tues. - Sat.
Kentucky’s Official Outdoor Musical is back with breathtaking costumes, lively dancing and the timeless music of Stephen Collins Foster. Don’t miss this world-renowned trip back in time to the 1850’s…a treat for the whole family. 8:30 pm. Adult Preferred Seating $23, Standard Reserved $18, Sat. Matinee $13. Child Preferred Seating $12, Standard Reserved Seating Ages 6-12 $10, (Children 5 & under are free) Sat. Matinee $10. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Summer Band Concert
June 13
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Whiskey City Cruisers
June 14
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

Thomas Lincoln, Father of a President (on Father’s Day)
June 15
As our nation celebrates the Lincoln Bicentennial 2008-2010, Wickland, The Home of Three Governors will feature monthly events. Lecture 2 - 4 pm. 550 Bloomfield Rd., Bardstown, KY. For more information call 502-507-0808.

Live at the Park Concert Series - Goose Creek Symphony
June 16
This crowd favorite Southern Rock-Bluegrass Jam Band returns to the stage... truly original and truly Kentucky. Special Guest Opening Act Kentucky Sassafras, the bluegrass kids of Kentucky. Tickets: $17/Advance, $20/Day of Show. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

3rd on 3rd
June 20-21
Decorate Downtown - Join us in Downtown Bardstown as the streets come alive. You'll enjoy shopping, dining and restaurants.

Summer Band Concert
June 20
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Civil War Museum Living History
June 21-22
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

Kentucky Railway Museum's Murder Mystery Theatre
June 21
Amateur sleuths are needed to help solve a mystery while they take a train ride back in time. Dinner and play will begin at the Sherwood Inn (adjacent to the museum at 5:30pm.) Tickets for the fun-filled evening are $50.00 per person which includes the play, meal and a 90 min. train ride. Reservations are required. 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Via Colori
June 21-22
Via Colori is a fundraising event that will turn a downtown street into temporary works of art. Artists will paint artworks in sponsored squares.

Day out with Thomas
June 27-29
All aboard for Thomas the Tank Engine, as the classic storybook friend rolls into New Haven for a day of fun, games and train rides with Thomas. Friday $16 per person, Saturday & Sunday $18 per person. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Summer Band Concert
June 27
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Zarb Brothers Street Concert
June 28
Matt and Pauly Zarb and guest musicians will perform a free concert in the downtown streets of Bardstown. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877

Moonlight Big Band Concert
June 30
Dance to, or just sit back and enjoy the music of the Moonlight Big Band at the beautiful Old Kentucky Home State Park Rotunda. Pack your picnic basket and lawn chairs and enjoy the music of the best known swing band in Kentuckiana! 7:30 – 10:00 pm, $10 per person. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

JULY

Annie
July 1 - July 31, Tues., Thurs. & Sat.
. Little Orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks, Miss Hannigan and all the beloved characters from this timeless musical, live on stage in Bardstown. Will run in repertory with Stephen Foster-The Musical. 8:30 pm. Adult Preferred Seating $23, Standard Reserved $18, Sat. Matinee $13. Child Preferred Seating $12, Standard Reserved Seating Ages 6-12 $10, (Children 5 & under are free) Sat. Matinee $10. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Stephen Foster - The Musical Season
July 2 - July 30, Sun., Wed. & Sat.
Kentucky’s Official Outdoor Musical is back with breathtaking costumes, lively dancing and the timeless music of Stephen Collins Foster. Don’t miss this world-renowned trip back in time to the 1850’s…a treat for the whole family. 8:30 pm. Adult Preferred Seating $23, Standard Reserved $18, Sat. Matinee $13. Child Preferred Seating $12, Standard Reserved Seating Ages 6-12 $10, (Children 5 & under are free) Sat. Matinee $10. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Stephen Foster - The Musical Fourth of July Celebration
July 4
Join us as we celebrate the birthdays of Stephen Foster and our country with old fashioned games and birthday cake at 6:30 pm. Performance 8:30 pm., fireworks after the show. Adult Preferred Seating $23, Standard Reserved $18. Child Preferred Seating $12, Standard Reserved Seating Ages 6-12 $10, (Children 5 & under are free). 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Summer Band Concert
July 4
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Day Out With Thomas
July 4-6
All aboard for Thomas the Tank Engine, as the classic storybook friend rolls into New Haven for a day of fun, games and train rides with Thomas. Friday $16 per person, Saturday & Sunday $18 per person. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Live at the Park Concert Series - Herman's Hermits
July 7
British Invasion Superstar Peter Noone and the hits of Herman's Hermits: I'm Into Something Good, Mrs. Brown You've got a Lovely Daughter, I Am Henry VIII, I Am, and More! Tickets: $20/Advance, $23/Day of Show (502) 348-5971 or 800-626-1563 www.stephenfoster.com

Summer Band Concert
July 11
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Whiskey City Cruisers
July 12
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

Nelson County Fair
July 14-19
Midway rides, games, music, animals, tractor pulls, demolition derbies and much more. Nelson County Fairgrounds on US 31E South. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

3rd on 3rd
July 18-19
Sidewalk Days - Stroll the streets of historic Downtown Bardstown and visit the quaint shops as their merchandise line the streets during this special shopping weekend. Downtown Bardstown. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877 ext 5.

Summer Band Concert
July 18
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Civil War Museum Living History
July 19-20
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

Live at the Park Concert Series - Restless Heart
July 21
25th Anniversary Tour. I'll Still Be Lovin' You, When She Cries, Wheels, The Bluest Eyes in Texas, Fast Movin' Train, and Dancy's Dream are just a few of the many hits from one of the most popular Country-Rock bands of the 80's and 90's. They are back on tour and they are stopping by to rock Bardstown. Tickets: $22/Advance, $25/Day of Show (502) 348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Summer Band Concert
July 25
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Kentucky Railway Museum's Murder Mystery Theatre
July 26
Amateur sleuths are needed to help solve a mystery while they take a train ride back in time. Dinner and play will begin at the Sherwood Inn (adjacent to the museum at 5:30pm.) Tickets for the fun-filled evening are $50.00 per person which includes the play, meal and a 90 min. train ride. Reservations are required. 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

AUGUST

Summer Band Concert
August 1
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Stephen Foster - The Musical Season
August 2 - August 15, Sun., Wed. & Fri.
Kentucky’s Official Outdoor Musical is back with breathtaking costumes, lively dancing and the timeless music of Stephen Collins Foster. Don’t miss this world-renowned trip back in time to the 1850’s…a treat for the whole family. 8:30 pm. Adult Preferred Seating $23, Standard Reserved $18, Sat. Matinee $13. Child Preferred Seating $12, Standard Reserved Seating Ages 6-12 $10, (Children 5 & under are free) Sat. Matinee $10. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Annie
August 2 - August 16, Tues., Thurs. & Sat.
Little Orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks, Miss Hannigan and all the beloved characters from this timeless musical, live on stage in Bardstown. Will run in repertory with Stephen Foster-The Musical. 8:30 pm. 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Live at the Park Concert Series - The Tommy Money Orchestra
August 4
17-piece Big Band orchestra and vocalists modeled after the great U.S. entertainers of the 1940's. This homage to the likes of Basie, Ellington and Sinatra will bring a cool and classy flair to the lineup. Tickets: $18/Advance, $21/Day of Show 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Summer Band Concert
August 8
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Whiskey City Cruisers
August 9
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

3rd on 3rd
August 15-16
Dog Days of Summer - Join us in Downtown Bardstown as the streets come alive. You'll enjoy shopping, dining and restaurants.

Summer Band Concert
August 15
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Civil War Museum Living History
August 16-17
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

The Civil War, A Lincoln Bicentennial Event
August 18-23
Drawing on letters, diaries, firsthand accounts and the words of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass and Walt Whitman, The Civil War is a thrilling, gut-wrenching and awe-inspiring dramatic theatrical production. 8:00 pm. J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre. Adult Preferred Seating $23, Standard Reserved $18. Child Preferred Seating $12, Standard Reserved Seating Ages 6-12 $10, (Children 5 & under are free). 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Buttermilk Days Festival
August 21-24
The event that offers good home cooking, along with sweet harmonies, dancing and lots of reunions of families, friends and neighbors on its 14th anniversary. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Summer Band Concert
August 22
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Kentucky Railway Museum's Murder Mystery Theatre
August 23
Amateur sleuths are needed to help solve a mystery while they take a train ride back in time. Dinner and play will begin at the Sherwood Inn (adjacent to the museum at 5:30pm.) Tickets for the fun-filled evening are $50.00 per person which includes the play, meal and a 90 min. train ride. Reservations are required. 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Summer Band Concert
August 29
Free weekly band concert series featuring a wide variety of musical tastes, from military bands playing Sousa to folk groups, to big-band swing. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bardstown Community Park. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

SEPTEMBER

Old Kentucky Home Bike Tour
September 6-7
The 31st annual two-day ride departing from E.P. Tom Sawyer Park in Louisville with three different mileage routes to historic Bardstown, Ky. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877. www.okht.org

Live at the Park Concert Series - Josh Gracin
September 6
He first entered America's homes as the talented Marine and country singer on the FOX Television hit American Idol. His debut album produced three Top 5 country hits and he continues to make an impact on the country music scene. Nothin' To Lose, I Want To Live, Stay With Me, We Weren't Crazy, and More! (Special Guest) FLOORD is Young Rockin' Country from Bowling Green, KY. Tickets: $27/Advance, $30/Day of Show 502-348-5971 or 800-626-1563. www.stephenfoster.com

Kentucky Railway Museum's KET Day
September 6
Fun for the entire family, as you meet and greet a PBS character. Don’t miss the exciting 90-minute train ride with scheduled departures at 10:00 A.M., 12:00 P.M. and 2:00 P.M. Only $19.00 per person, children under the age of 1 are free (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED). 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Rolling Fork Iron Horse Festival
September 12-13
A celebration of Rolling Fork Valley traditions through train rides, stage shows, music, parade, karaoke, arts and crafts and much more. This will all take place in downtown New Haven. Friday 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. 502-549-3117. www.newhavenkentucky.org

Whiskey City Cruisers
September 13
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

Kentucky Bourbon Festival
September 16-21
Celebrate the history and making of Kentucky's finest product, Kentucky Bourbon. Enjoy distillery tours, displays, musical entertainment, southern food and contests. Some free events, some paid events. See schedule in brochure. 502-348-3623 or 800-638-4877. www.kybourbonfestival.com

Civil War Museum Living History
September 20-21
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

Kentucky Railway Museum's Bootlegger's Hijacking
September 20
The Buschwhackers and Bootleggers are waiting to hijack anything drinkable. What adventure lies ahead as we re-enact those long ago days. $19 Adults, $14 Children. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152 www.kyrail.org

Kentucky Railway Museum's Murder Mystery Theatre
September 27
Amateur sleuths are needed to help solve a mystery while they take a train ride back in time. Dinner and play will begin at the Sherwood Inn (adjacent to the museum at 5:30pm.) Tickets for the fun-filled evening are $50.00 per person which includes the play, meal and a 90 min. train ride. Reservations are required. 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

OCTOBER

Wickland Corn Maze
October 3-4; 10-11; 17-18; 24-25
Enjoy the 3-acre corn maze, ghost stories and classic movies. Concession stands will be open for food or drink. 5 pm - 7 pm un-haunted; 7 pm - 11:30 pm, haunted. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Kentucky Railway Museum's Train Robbery
October 4
Join us for a wild ride as your train gets robbed by a rootin’ tootin’ gang of train robbers. Adults $17, Children $12, (children 12 and under free) 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152.

28th Annual Bardstown Arts, Crafts and Antiques Fair
October 11-12
Begin your holiday shopping as 185 artists and craftsmen display their talents. Choose from wearables, jewelry, pottery, floral, wood items and antiques. Enjoy delicious southern foods and musical entertainment. Saturday 10 am - 6 pm, Sunday 10 am - 5 pm. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Whiskey City Cruisers
October 11
Stroll among classic cars from yesteryear. Music from the 50's and drawings for prizes. Justice Center parking lot on East Stephen Foster Ave (Hwy 150E). 502-348-6456 or 800-638-4877.

3rd on 3rd
October 17-18
Spooks, Spirits and Surprises - Join us in Downtown Bardstown as the streets come alive. You'll enjoy shopping, dining and restaurants.

Kentucky Railway Museum’s Presidential Campaign Train
October 18-19
Celebrate the Lincoln Bicentennial as you ride along the rails with Abraham Lincoln and company. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Civil War Museum Living History
October 18-19
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

Kentucky Railway Museum's Halloween Trains
October 25-26
Friendly ghosts and many more surprises await you. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

NOVEMBER

Kentucky Railway Museum's Murder Mystery Theatre
November 1
Amateur sleuths are needed to help solve a mystery while they take a train ride back in time. Dinner and play will begin at the Sherwood Inn (adjacent to the museum at 5:30pm.) Tickets for the fun-filled evening are $50.00 per person which includes the play, meal and a 90 min. train ride. Reservations are required. 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Holiday Preview
November 6-8
Join us for the Holiday Preview in Historic Downtown Bardstown. Our specialty shops are filled with beautiful decorations, creative gifts and festive apparel for that special someone on your list. The downtown restaurants are preparing holiday entrees for you and your guest to enjoy when you make downtown your destination. Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Friday & Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Select stores on Sunday. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Civil War Museum Living History
November 15-16
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org

3rd on 3rd
November 21-22
Light Up Downtown - Join us in Downtown Bardstown as the streets come alive. You'll enjoy shopping, dining and restaurants.

Christmas 'Round Bardstown
November 28-December 20
A variety of holiday events including historic home tours, musical productions, carriage rides, train rides, fine dining, shopping, and special events with Santa. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877

My Old Kentucky Home Candlelight Tours
November 28-29, December 5-6 & December 12-13
My Old Kentucky Home is decorated for Christmas in the antebellum style beautifully accented by the glow of candles everywhere. Guests have a guided tour with refreshments afterwards. 502-348-3502 or 800-323-7803.

DECEMBER

Fostering in the Holidays, Santa on the Square
December 5-6
Enjoy your holiday shopping in the many quaint and unique shops in Downtown Bardstown and enjoy refreshments and music as you stroll the streets of our Historic District. Friday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877 www.visitbardstown.com

Kentucky Railway Museum's North Pole Express
December 5-7
All aboard for an evening of fun and holiday cheer as we journey to the North Pole to pick up Santa and his elves who will be serving Christmas goodies on the trip back. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas for pictures with Santa. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Kentucky Railway Museum's Santa Express
December 6-7
During the Santa Express you will hear a children’s Christmas story. Santa walks through the train. We will serve cookies and hot chocolate. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas. Upon arriving back at the station Santa will come into the depot for photos, so don’t forget your camera. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Kentucky Railway Museum's North Pole Express
December 12-14
All aboard for an evening of fun and holiday cheer as we journey to the North Pole to pick up Santa and his elves who will be serving Christmas goodies on the trip back. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas for pictures with Santa. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Santa on the Square
December 13
Vist with Santa on the court square.

Candlelight Tour of Homes
December 13
Tour of privately owned homes decorated for the holidays in Bardstown and the surrounding area. It includes the candlelight tour of My Old Kentucky Home. Refreshments will be served at selected homes. 2:00 - 9:00 pm. 502-348-4877 or 800-638-4877.

Kentucky Railway Museum's Santa Express
December 13-14
During the Santa Express you will hear a children’s Christmas story. Santa walks through the train. We will serve cookies and hot chocolate. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas. Upon arriving back at the station Santa will come into the depot for photos, so don’t forget your camera. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

3rd on 3rd
December 19-20
Holiday Wrap Up and Santa on the Square - Join us in Downtown Bardstown as the streets come alive. You'll enjoy shopping, dining and restaurants.

Kentucky Railway Museum's North Pole Express
December 19
All aboard for an evening of fun and holiday cheer as we journey to the North Pole to pick up Santa and his elves who will be serving Christmas goodies on the trip back. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas for pictures with Santa. 502-549-5470 or 800-272-0152. www.kyrail.org

Civil War Museum Living History
December 20-21
See life as it was during the Civil War days. Men in period uniforms and their families depicting camp life of the times in the setting of Old Bardstown Village. 10:00am – 5:00pm Adults $4.00, Children 7-15 $2.00, 6 and under free. 502-349-0291 or 800-638-4877. www.civil-war-museum.org