Calendar of Events
Bullitt County invites you to enjoy our many special events – on the Bourbon Trail – the Wine & Whiskey Trail – Bernheim Forest – and family fun events throughout the year. Exits 105 – Lebanon Junction, 112 – Clermont, 116 & 117 – Shepherdsville and in Mount Washington, 121 – Brooks. Bullitt County KY is located on I-65 only 20 minutes south of Louisville.
Due to ongoing concerns with the COVID-19 virus, all 2021 events listed below are TENTATIVE. Please check the event’s website or Facebook page for the latest information.
Current Month
june 2021
03junAll Day05Hillview City Fair
Event Details
Carnival rides and games, booths, commercial exhibits, live music and other entertainment, and a beer garden. The Hillview City Fair has something for everyone!
Event Details
Carnival rides and games, booths, commercial exhibits, live music and other entertainment, and a beer garden. The Hillview City Fair has something for everyone!
Time
june 3 (Thursday) - 5 (Saturday)
Organizer
Hillview City Fair Committee502-955-8915
05junAll Day06Family Fishing Days at Bernheim
Event Details
The whole family can enjoy fishing on any lake in Bernheim’s arboretum without a fishing license.
Event Details
The whole family can enjoy fishing on any lake in Bernheim’s arboretum without a fishing license.
Time
june 5 (Saturday) - 6 (Sunday)
Organizer
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest502-955-8512
05jun10:00 am2:00 pmCancelledKidsFest
Event Details
A festival designed to entertain and educate children ages 12 and younger.
Event Details
A festival designed to entertain and educate children ages 12 and younger.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organizer
Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce502-543-6727
07jun9:00 am5:00 pmGrand Re-Opening Bullitt County History Museum!
Event Details
Featuring a book signing by: Betty Darnell, local author of many books including her new book on Archibald Magruder. Daniel Buxton, Executive Director Bullitt County History Museum author of “The Lynching of
Event Details
Featuring a book signing by:
Betty Darnell, local author of many books including her new book on Archibald Magruder.
Daniel Buxton, Executive Director Bullitt County History Museum author of “The Lynching of Mary Thompson.”
The week prior, the official re-opening ceremony will take place on June 1 at 9:00am.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
14junAll Day19Bullitt County Fair
Event Details
Escape the hustle and bustle and bring your family to the fair! Enjoy pageants, carnival rides and games, horse shows, contests, exhibits, demolition derby, motocross events and much more. Don’t
Event Details
Escape the hustle and bustle and bring your family to the fair! Enjoy pageants, carnival rides and games, horse shows, contests, exhibits, demolition derby, motocross events and much more. Don’t miss out!
Time
june 14 (Monday) - 19 (Saturday)
Location
Bullitt County Fairgrounds
964 Clermont Rd, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Organizer
Bullitt County Fair Board502-724-3152
21junAll DayAmerican Red Cross Blood Drive
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Time
All Day (Monday) ET
Organizer
American Red Crosshttps://www.redcross.org/
july 2021
02julAll Day034th of July Bullitt Blast and Shepherdsville City Fair
Event Details
Celebrate America’s independence in hometown style with a fantastic fireworks show along the Salt River, carnival rides and games, booths, live entertainment, 25-cent ice cream cones, pageants, fun activities for
Event Details
Celebrate America’s independence in hometown style with a fantastic fireworks show along the Salt River, carnival rides and games, booths, live entertainment, 25-cent ice cream cones, pageants, fun activities for kids, a car show and much, much more.
Time
july 2 (Friday) - 3 (Saturday)
Location
Shepherdsville-First Street Park
1100-1224 W 1st St, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Organizer
Tony Thompson502-403-6545
23julAll Day25APA Pool Tournament
Time
july 23 (Friday) - 25 (Sunday)
Organizer
Jesse Hecht502-498-5313
28julAll DayAmerican Red Cross Blood Drive
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Time
All Day (Wednesday) ET
Organizer
American Red Crosshttps://www.redcross.org/
august 2021
21aug7:30 pm10:30 pmHard Rock MMA
Event Details
Event will be at the Paroquet Springs Conference Centré. Visit the website to purchase tickets and for more information.
Event Details
Event will be at the Paroquet Springs Conference Centré. Visit the website to purchase tickets and for more information.
Time
(Saturday) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
september 2021
10sepAll Day11Greater Louisville HamFest
Time
september 10 (Friday) - 11 (Saturday)
Organizer
Bob Myerschairman@louisvillehamfest.com
25sep9:00 am4:00 pmCancelledBugFest & Fall Plant Sale at Bernheim
Event Details
Join us for BugFest, our annual celebration of insects and their relatives, at the Bernheim Visitor Center. Children and their families will go buggy exploring live critters at our insect
Event Details
Join us for BugFest, our annual celebration of insects and their relatives, at the Bernheim Visitor Center. Children and their families will go buggy exploring live critters at our insect zoo in, and at, our naturalist-led Discovery Stations. Bug-themed crafts and games for all ages will also be offered throughout the day. Don’t miss the parade of bugs or our visitor favorite – Eat-A-Bug. Also, browse Bernheim’s annual Fall Plant Sale. All plants are suitable for north central Kentucky growing.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest502-955-8512
28sepAll DayAmerican Red Cross Blood Drive
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Time
All Day (Tuesday) ET
Organizer
American Red Crosshttps://www.redcross.org/
october 2021
01octAll Day02Lebanon Junction Wall Street Park Festival
Event Details
This annual event features lots of food, fun, rides, vendors, great entertainment, and a beer garden. Time:Â 11AM-9PM
Event Details
This annual event features lots of food, fun, rides, vendors, great entertainment, and a beer garden.
Time:Â 11AM-9PM
Time
october 1 (Friday) - 2 (Saturday)
02oct6:00 pm10:00 pmBullitt County GOP Annual Dinner and Dance
Event Details
Please contact the Bullitt County GOP for more information.
Event Details
Please contact the Bullitt County GOP for more information.
Time
(Saturday) 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Organizer
Bullitt County GOPMike Hibbard
08octAll Day09Knob Creek Gun Range Fall Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show
Event Details
Knob Creek Gun Range hosts the Nation’s Largest biannual Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show in April and October. The Machine Gun Shoot is two days of machine gun
Event Details
Knob Creek Gun Range hosts the Nation’s Largest biannual Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show in April and October. The Machine Gun Shoot is two days of machine gun shooting, dealer displays, shooting competitions and a spectacular Night Shoot both Friday and Saturday. The machine gunners are shooting at a wide variety of used appliances, abandoned vehicles, and barrels of fuel with pyrotechnic charges attached. The Military Gun Show draws dealers from across the country to buy, sell and trade rifles, pistols, shotguns and machine guns. They will also be selling ammo, military surplus, hard to find gun parts, and much more. Admission is just $15 per person per day, with children under 12 only $5. Please visit the website for more information.
more
Time
october 8 (Friday) - 9 (Saturday)
Organizer
Knob Creek Gun Range(502-922-4457)
15octAll Day16One Hop Shop Quilt Show
Event Details
Time:Â 10AM-4PM both days
Event Details
Time:Â 10AM-4PM both days
Time
october 15 (Friday) - 16 (Saturday)
16octAll Day17CancelledCOLORFEST at Bernheim
Event Details
Celebrate the fall season at ColorFest, a family favorite! Visitors can slingshot pumpkins, navigate the hay maze, play in the corn pit, make mud pies, and enjoy a hayride in
Event Details
Celebrate the fall season at ColorFest, a family favorite! Visitors can slingshot pumpkins, navigate the hay maze, play in the corn pit, make mud pies, and enjoy a hayride in the splendor of Bernheim’s colorful landscape. Other highlights include live music, hands-on nature activities, unique local foods, Kentucky arts and crafts vendors, and more. $10 per car admission fee for non-members.
Time:Â 10AM-4PM
Time
october 16 (Saturday) - 17 (Sunday)
Organizer
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest502-955-8512
november 2021
06nov5:45 pm11:00 pmOpals Dream Foundation Gala
Time
(Saturday) 5:45 pm - 11:00 pm
december 2021
03decAll DayHome for the Holidays Dinner at Jim Beam
Event Details
Join us as Master Distiller Fred Noe and his son Freddie share stories of the holidays past while spirits fill the air in more ways than one! Includes dinner, mixology
Event Details
Join us as Master Distiller Fred Noe and his son Freddie share stories of the holidays past while spirits fill the air in more ways than one! Includes dinner, mixology creations, live music, premium bourbon tasting and a special gift.
Time
All Day (Friday)
04dec6:00 pmLight Up Shepherdsville
Event Details
Due to COVID-19, the City of Shepherdsville will do a “drive-through” event this year for Light Up Shepherdsville. First Street Park will be lighted up so families can remain safe
Event Details
Due to COVID-19, the City of Shepherdsville will do a “drive-through” event this year for Light Up Shepherdsville. First Street Park will be lighted up so families can remain safe in their vehicles and see all the beautiful displays throughout the park. The lights will be activated at 6pm on Saturday, December 5 and remain on for the remaining month of December.
Time
(Saturday) 6:00 pm
Location
Shepherdsville-First Street Park
1100-1224 W 1st St, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Organizer
City of ShepherdsvilleFaith Portman (502-609-6013)
04dec6:00 pmChristmas In The Park
Time
(Saturday) 6:00 pm
Organizer
City of Lebanon Junction502-833-4311
06decAll Day07Train Ride to See Santa
Event Details
RESERVATION ONLY. Call 502-955-7009 to schedule your date and time. Reservations will be honored as received and will be held no will call. No reservation / no ticket / no
Event Details
RESERVATION ONLY. Call 502-955-7009 to schedule your date and time. Reservations will be honored as received and will be held no will call. No reservation / no ticket / no participation. Train will run from 4-8PM nightly in 20 minute increments, allowing time for sanitation between trips. Limited number of seats and time reservations available. Visit the Paroquet Springs Conference Centré Facebook page for more information.
Time:Â 4-8PM
Time
december 6 (Monday) - 7 (Tuesday)
january 2022
No Events
february 2022
No Events
march 2022
No Events
april 2022
No Events
may 2022
No Events
Current Month
june 2021
03junAll Day05Hillview City Fair
Event Details
Carnival rides and games, booths, commercial exhibits, live music and other entertainment, and a beer garden. The Hillview City Fair has something for everyone!
Event Details
Carnival rides and games, booths, commercial exhibits, live music and other entertainment, and a beer garden. The Hillview City Fair has something for everyone!
Time
june 3 (Thursday) - 5 (Saturday)
Organizer
Hillview City Fair Committee502-955-8915
05junAll Day06Family Fishing Days at Bernheim
Event Details
The whole family can enjoy fishing on any lake in Bernheim’s arboretum without a fishing license.
Event Details
The whole family can enjoy fishing on any lake in Bernheim’s arboretum without a fishing license.
Time
june 5 (Saturday) - 6 (Sunday)
Organizer
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest502-955-8512
05jun10:00 am2:00 pmCancelledKidsFest
Event Details
A festival designed to entertain and educate children ages 12 and younger.
Event Details
A festival designed to entertain and educate children ages 12 and younger.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organizer
Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce502-543-6727
07jun9:00 am5:00 pmGrand Re-Opening Bullitt County History Museum!
Event Details
Featuring a book signing by: Betty Darnell, local author of many books including her new book on Archibald Magruder. Daniel Buxton, Executive Director Bullitt County History Museum author of “The Lynching of
Event Details
Featuring a book signing by:
Betty Darnell, local author of many books including her new book on Archibald Magruder.
Daniel Buxton, Executive Director Bullitt County History Museum author of “The Lynching of Mary Thompson.”
The week prior, the official re-opening ceremony will take place on June 1 at 9:00am.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
14junAll Day19Bullitt County Fair
Event Details
Escape the hustle and bustle and bring your family to the fair! Enjoy pageants, carnival rides and games, horse shows, contests, exhibits, demolition derby, motocross events and much more. Don’t
Event Details
Escape the hustle and bustle and bring your family to the fair! Enjoy pageants, carnival rides and games, horse shows, contests, exhibits, demolition derby, motocross events and much more. Don’t miss out!
Time
june 14 (Monday) - 19 (Saturday)
Location
Bullitt County Fairgrounds
964 Clermont Rd, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Organizer
Bullitt County Fair Board502-724-3152
21junAll DayAmerican Red Cross Blood Drive
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Time
All Day (Monday) ET
Organizer
American Red Crosshttps://www.redcross.org/
july 2021
02julAll Day034th of July Bullitt Blast and Shepherdsville City Fair
Event Details
Celebrate America’s independence in hometown style with a fantastic fireworks show along the Salt River, carnival rides and games, booths, live entertainment, 25-cent ice cream cones, pageants, fun activities for
Event Details
Celebrate America’s independence in hometown style with a fantastic fireworks show along the Salt River, carnival rides and games, booths, live entertainment, 25-cent ice cream cones, pageants, fun activities for kids, a car show and much, much more.
Time
july 2 (Friday) - 3 (Saturday)
Location
Shepherdsville-First Street Park
1100-1224 W 1st St, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Organizer
Tony Thompson502-403-6545
23julAll Day25APA Pool Tournament
Time
july 23 (Friday) - 25 (Sunday)
Organizer
Jesse Hecht502-498-5313
28julAll DayAmerican Red Cross Blood Drive
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Time
All Day (Wednesday) ET
Organizer
American Red Crosshttps://www.redcross.org/
august 2021
21aug7:30 pm10:30 pmHard Rock MMA
Event Details
Event will be at the Paroquet Springs Conference Centré. Visit the website to purchase tickets and for more information.
Event Details
Event will be at the Paroquet Springs Conference Centré. Visit the website to purchase tickets and for more information.
Time
(Saturday) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
september 2021
10sepAll Day11Greater Louisville HamFest
Time
september 10 (Friday) - 11 (Saturday)
Organizer
Bob Myerschairman@louisvillehamfest.com
25sep9:00 am4:00 pmCancelledBugFest & Fall Plant Sale at Bernheim
Event Details
Join us for BugFest, our annual celebration of insects and their relatives, at the Bernheim Visitor Center. Children and their families will go buggy exploring live critters at our insect
Event Details
Join us for BugFest, our annual celebration of insects and their relatives, at the Bernheim Visitor Center. Children and their families will go buggy exploring live critters at our insect zoo in, and at, our naturalist-led Discovery Stations. Bug-themed crafts and games for all ages will also be offered throughout the day. Don’t miss the parade of bugs or our visitor favorite – Eat-A-Bug. Also, browse Bernheim’s annual Fall Plant Sale. All plants are suitable for north central Kentucky growing.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest502-955-8512
28sepAll DayAmerican Red Cross Blood Drive
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Event Details
Be a hero and help save lives – please donate.
Time
All Day (Tuesday) ET
Organizer
American Red Crosshttps://www.redcross.org/
october 2021
01octAll Day02Lebanon Junction Wall Street Park Festival
Event Details
This annual event features lots of food, fun, rides, vendors, great entertainment, and a beer garden. Time:Â 11AM-9PM
Event Details
This annual event features lots of food, fun, rides, vendors, great entertainment, and a beer garden.
Time:Â 11AM-9PM
Time
october 1 (Friday) - 2 (Saturday)
02oct6:00 pm10:00 pmBullitt County GOP Annual Dinner and Dance
Event Details
Please contact the Bullitt County GOP for more information.
Event Details
Please contact the Bullitt County GOP for more information.
Time
(Saturday) 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Organizer
Bullitt County GOPMike Hibbard
08octAll Day09Knob Creek Gun Range Fall Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show
Event Details
Knob Creek Gun Range hosts the Nation’s Largest biannual Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show in April and October. The Machine Gun Shoot is two days of machine gun
Event Details
Knob Creek Gun Range hosts the Nation’s Largest biannual Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show in April and October. The Machine Gun Shoot is two days of machine gun shooting, dealer displays, shooting competitions and a spectacular Night Shoot both Friday and Saturday. The machine gunners are shooting at a wide variety of used appliances, abandoned vehicles, and barrels of fuel with pyrotechnic charges attached. The Military Gun Show draws dealers from across the country to buy, sell and trade rifles, pistols, shotguns and machine guns. They will also be selling ammo, military surplus, hard to find gun parts, and much more. Admission is just $15 per person per day, with children under 12 only $5. Please visit the website for more information.
more
Time
october 8 (Friday) - 9 (Saturday)
Organizer
Knob Creek Gun Range(502-922-4457)
15octAll Day16One Hop Shop Quilt Show
Event Details
Time:Â 10AM-4PM both days
Event Details
Time:Â 10AM-4PM both days
Time
october 15 (Friday) - 16 (Saturday)
16octAll Day17CancelledCOLORFEST at Bernheim
Event Details
Celebrate the fall season at ColorFest, a family favorite! Visitors can slingshot pumpkins, navigate the hay maze, play in the corn pit, make mud pies, and enjoy a hayride in
Event Details
Celebrate the fall season at ColorFest, a family favorite! Visitors can slingshot pumpkins, navigate the hay maze, play in the corn pit, make mud pies, and enjoy a hayride in the splendor of Bernheim’s colorful landscape. Other highlights include live music, hands-on nature activities, unique local foods, Kentucky arts and crafts vendors, and more. $10 per car admission fee for non-members.
Time:Â 10AM-4PM
Time
october 16 (Saturday) - 17 (Sunday)
Organizer
Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest502-955-8512
november 2021
06nov5:45 pm11:00 pmOpals Dream Foundation Gala
Time
(Saturday) 5:45 pm - 11:00 pm
december 2021
03decAll DayHome for the Holidays Dinner at Jim Beam
Event Details
Join us as Master Distiller Fred Noe and his son Freddie share stories of the holidays past while spirits fill the air in more ways than one! Includes dinner, mixology
Event Details
Join us as Master Distiller Fred Noe and his son Freddie share stories of the holidays past while spirits fill the air in more ways than one! Includes dinner, mixology creations, live music, premium bourbon tasting and a special gift.
Time
All Day (Friday)
04dec6:00 pmLight Up Shepherdsville
Event Details
Due to COVID-19, the City of Shepherdsville will do a “drive-through” event this year for Light Up Shepherdsville. First Street Park will be lighted up so families can remain safe
Event Details
Due to COVID-19, the City of Shepherdsville will do a “drive-through” event this year for Light Up Shepherdsville. First Street Park will be lighted up so families can remain safe in their vehicles and see all the beautiful displays throughout the park. The lights will be activated at 6pm on Saturday, December 5 and remain on for the remaining month of December.
Time
(Saturday) 6:00 pm
Location
Shepherdsville-First Street Park
1100-1224 W 1st St, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Organizer
City of ShepherdsvilleFaith Portman (502-609-6013)
04dec6:00 pmChristmas In The Park
Time
(Saturday) 6:00 pm
Organizer
City of Lebanon Junction502-833-4311
06decAll Day07Train Ride to See Santa
Event Details
RESERVATION ONLY. Call 502-955-7009 to schedule your date and time. Reservations will be honored as received and will be held no will call. No reservation / no ticket / no
Event Details
RESERVATION ONLY. Call 502-955-7009 to schedule your date and time. Reservations will be honored as received and will be held no will call. No reservation / no ticket / no participation. Train will run from 4-8PM nightly in 20 minute increments, allowing time for sanitation between trips. Limited number of seats and time reservations available. Visit the Paroquet Springs Conference Centré Facebook page for more information.
Time:Â 4-8PM
Time
december 6 (Monday) - 7 (Tuesday)
january 2022
No Events
february 2022
No Events
march 2022
No Events
april 2022
No Events
may 2022
No Events