Current Events in Northern Kentucky
Experience the many exciting and unique festivals, fairs and other events
in the
Northern Kentucky River Region.
Choose a county to the left for an extended schedule of events.
Boone, Campbell & Kenton Counties
(Covington, Newport, Bellevue & Florence)
www.nkycvb.com
February 3
1st FRIDAY GALLERY HOP
Enjoy great local art and the works of visiting artists at the galleries, shops and art-filled pubs of historic downtown Covington and Mainstrasse Village. Also enjoy coffee & dessert, dinner, drinks, shopping & music at the many restaurants, pubs and unique shoppes along the hop route. 6pm-10pm. Pick up a map at the Artisans Enterprise Center.
Location: 25 W. 7th Street, Covington, KY 41011
Phone: 859-292-2322
www.covingtonarts.com
February 4
Pre-Valentine's Day Concert by Raison D'Etre Trio at Kentucky Haus Artisan Center
1 - 3pm - Raison D'Etre Trio Concert - Violet Rae Webster, Vickie Ellis and Roberta Schultz will perform selections from their Hearts Contents CD. The trio provide a combination of traditional, spiritual, sentimental journey, western, and a capella. The concert is free and open to the public.
Location: Kentucky Haus Artisan Center located inside Kentucky Pickens at the Newport Levee, 1 Levee Way #1120, Newport
Phone: (859) 261-4287
www.kentuckyhaus.com
February 8 (Snow Date February 15)
Wine Walk
Celebrate American Heart Month with the 6th Annual Newport on the Levee Wine Walk on Wednesday, February 8, 6pm-9pm. Proceeds from the event benefit the American Heart Association. New in 2012, members of the young professional, non-profit organization, LEGACY of Northern Kentucky, will serve as event hosts and will help guide Wine Walk participants as they travel from venue to venue. Wine Walk attendees will visit various Levee venues to sample wine selections and heart healthy hors d’oeuvre tastes. Wine Walk venues include: Bar Louie, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Claddagh Irish Pub, GameWorks, Jefferson Hall, Mitchell’s Fish Market, Star Lanes on the Levee, and StoneBrook Winery inside Art on the Levee. Wine lovers are also encouraged to wear red at the event to show their support of the American Heart Association and American Heart Month. The non-refundable event fee is $35 or $30 for young professionals; must be 21 or older to participate. Each Wine Walk participant will receive a commemorative wine glass. For more information or to register for Wine Walk, visit www.newportonthelevee.com.
Phone Number: (859) 815-1389
www.newportonthelevee.com/events/details.aspx?id=360
February 10
Pure Prairie League in concert @ Newport Syndicate
Enjoy a fabulous dinner buffet and incredible live performance by Pure Prairie League with special guest Craig Fuller. Dinner @ 6pm; Show @ 7:30pm. See event website for full details.
Location: Newport Syndicate - 18 E. Fifth St, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-491-8000 (venue); 859-781-7700 (tickets)
www.rwatickets.com or www.newportsyndicate.com
February 10 - 25
The 39 Steps @ Falcon Theater
What do you get when you combine the genius of Alfred Hitchcock,the zany humor or Monty Python and the boundless energy of 4 incredibly versatile actors? You get one hysterical parody of all the great Hitchcock film thrillers! Performances on Feb 10-11, 17-18 and 24-25. See the event website for tickets and full information.
Location: Monmouth Theatre - 636 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 513-479-6783
www.falcontheater.net
February 11
The Van-Dells in concert @ Newport Syndicate
Enjoy a fabulous dinner buffet and an exciting live concert by the Van-Dells, the nation's #1 rock & roll review specializing in '50s & '60s rock & roll. Call or see event website for details.
Location: Newport Syndicate - 18 E. Fifth St, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-491-8000 (venue); 859-781-7700 (tickets)
www.rwatickets.com or www.newportsyndicate.com
February 11
Pre-Valentine's Day Bourbon & Chocolate Food Tasting at Kentucky Haus Artisan Center
Noon-6pm -- "Kentucky ProudT Food Tasting" featuring Kentucky ProudT bourbon and chocolate food items from Applecreek Orchards, Bourbon Barrel Foods, Ruth Hunt Candies and Weisenberger Mills. The Tasting is free and open to the public.
Location: Kentucky Haus Artisan Center located inside Kentucky Pickens at the Newport Levee, 1 Levee Way #1120, Newport
Phone: (859) 261-4287
www.kentuckyhaus.com
February 12
Super Sunday Family Programming: Celebration of Black Roots
Celebrate Black History Month with a storyteller, music and crafts. Have a conversation with notable African Americans first person interrupters. Listen to stories of hardship and escape on the underground railroad and the uplifting sounds of gospel music. Free Admission! Sponsored by The Greater Cincinnati Foundation.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd Devou Park Covington
Phone: 859-491-4003
www.bcmuseum.org
February 16
Bank of Kentucky Center -- Blake Shelton in concert
Shelton was named the CMA's 2010 male vocalist of the year. See the event website for tickets and full information to his Well lit & Amplified Tour 2012. 7:30pm.
Location: Bank of Kentucky Center - 500 Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099
Phone: 800-745-3000
www.bankofkentuckycenter.com
February 16
Brian Johnson of AC/DC @ The Madison
An evening of stories and music. Tickets $30, $25 advance.
Location: Madison Theater - 730 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011
Phone: 800-745-3000
www.madisontheateronline.com or www.ticketmaster.com
February 16, - 26
The Farnsworth Invention @ NKU
A production of Northern Kentucky University Dept of Theatre and Dance. From Aaron Sorkin, the Academy Award winning writer of The Social Network, A Few Good Men and The West Wing. Play tells the story of Philo Farnsworth, a boy genius from Rigby, Idaho who, at age 22, invented television only to become involved in an all-or-nothing legal battle with David Sarnoff, the young president of RCA and America's first communications mogul. In this classic tale of little guy versus the corporate machine, Farnsworth not only fights for his rights but for his slice of the American dream. See the event website for tickets and full performance information.
Location: Northern Kentucky University - Nunn Dr, NKU Corbett Theatre, Highland Heights
Phone: 859-572-5464
www.nku.edu/~theatre
February 17
“Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods” Opening Event
At 6pm, noted historian Rick Bell, author of The Great Flood of 1937 - Rising Waters, Soaring Spirits will give fascinating presentation. Mr. Bell’s work was the first book-length study of this major natural disaster since 1937. Looking at images and community reactions, he paints a vivid picture of the harrowing days in the winter of 1937 when the Ohio River flooded along its entire length and reached its highest level ever in Greater Cincinnati, officially recorded at 79.9 feet. The event is free for museum members and $5 for future museum members.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd. Devou Park, Covington
Phone: (859)-491-4003
Email: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
February 17 & 18
16th Annual 96Rock MainStrasse Village Mardi Gras
Get out your beads, it's time to party "New Orleans-style" in MainStrasse Village!
8pm until 1am in the Entertainment Tent. And then continue the party in the MainStrasse Bars! Begin your Mardi Gras Celebration in our huge MainStrasse Village Entertainment Tent or your favorite MainStrasse Village Business. Entertainment Tent with live music and Cajun Food by Shiska Haus opens at 8 p.m. Music by THE WEBSTERS begins following the parade both nights. BIG HEAD PARADE on Friday and GRANDE PARADE on Saturday begin at 8:00 p.m. and will travel down Main Street. Anyone interested in entering a float, Big Head or walking in the parade, please contact the MainStrasse Village Association at 859-491-0458 for an entry form.
Only 6,000 tickets will be sold for each night. Presale tickets are $10 each night or $15 for both nights and are available on line at www.mainstrasse.org or by calling 859-491-0459. Tickets will also be available at the door for $10 each night. YOU MUST BE 21 TO PURCHASE A TICKET! Baubles, Bangles and BEADS will be available at MainStrasse Village businesses.
Phone: 859-491-0459
www.mainstrasse.org
Feb. 18 - May 27
Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods
Get swept away into Behringer-Crawford Museum’s latest exhibit, “Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods.” Taking a special look at the regional floods that occured in 1884, 1913, 1937 and 1997, this exhibit explores how these floods changed forever the Ohio River Valley. The rising waters altered lives and left lasting marks in the community. In addition, the exhibit discusses why floods occur, aspects of flood prevention, the important roles levees play in our everyday lives and provides multi-sensory experiences through interactive components and documentaries produced by WKRC/Local 12 personality and celebrated local historian Dan Hurley.
Visitors will have the opportunity to become part of the Ohio Valley Flood history by sharing their personal stories about the floods that ravaged our region in 1937 and 1997. If you have a story or experience you would like to share, contact BCM for scheduled dates and times.
This exhibit will open for museum members and future members at 6 p.m February 17 with a presentation by noted historian Rick Bell, author of The Great Flood of 1937 - Rising Waters, Soaring Spirits. He will discuss the book’s in-depth look at the 1937 flood and its effects on the community. Soak up the knowledge of our rivers’ power. The opening event is free to museum members and with a $5 charge for future museum members. Members Opening Feb. 17, 6 p.m. For more information about the exhibit or other BCM activities, please call.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd Devou Park Covington
Phone
859-491-4003
E-mail: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
February 18
Celtic Concert at Kentucky Haus Artisan Center
1 - 3pm - Nancy Bick Clark and Frank Clark will entertain guests with a selection of Celtic and original tunes featuring the bodhran, Celtic harp, dulcimer, recorder and vocal. Concert is free and open to the public.
Location: Kentucky Haus Artisan Center located inside Kentucky Pickens at the Newport Levee, 1 Levee Way #1120, Newport
Phone: (859) 261-4287
www.kentuckyhaus.com
February 21
Tot Tuesdays: Presidents
It is time to honor the great men who lead our country. Come visit BCM with your tot as we honor the Presidents. At this program you will sit down and listen o a great presidential story. You will also be able to make a craft celebrating those great men, all while you spend some quality time with your little one. Event is free with admission to the museum. Ages 2-5.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd. Devou Park, Covington
Phone: (859)-491-4003
Email: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
February 22
“Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods” Oral History Collection
Now is your chance to become part of Ohio Valley Flood History. From 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Boone County Public Library staff will be at Behringer-Crawford Museum interviewing volunteers about the floods of 1937 and 1997. If you have a story or experience you would like to share please contact BCM to schedule an appointment.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd. Devou Park, Covington
Phone: (859)-491-4003
Email: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
Thriough - April 1
Turfway Park- Winter/Spring Meet
No trip to Kentucky is complete without the excitement of live thouroughbred horse racing! See the Turfway Park website for post times for the Winter/Spring Meet and for information on scheduled promotions and special events throughout the season. General admission and parking are free.
Location: Turfway Park - 7500 Turfway Rd, Florence, KY 41042
Phone: 800-733-0200 or 859-371-0200
http://www.turfway.com
Bracken County
(Augusta, Brooksville & Germantown)
www.augustaky.com
Carroll County
(Carrollton & Ghent)
http://www.carrolltontourism.com/
February 11
Perfect Harmony Dinner Theatre
General Butler State Resort Park. Every couple deserves a night away, so come and enjoy our Dinner Theatre at General Butler. Includes one night lodging ( Saturday Feb 11th) Saturday Dinner Theatre ( Meal & Show), Sunday Breakfast Buffett.
Location: General Butler State Resort Park
Phone: 866-462-8853 or
502-732-4384
www.generalbutler.com
Fleming County
(Flemingsburg & Elizaville)
http://www.flemingkychamber.com/
February 19
Years of Farming Bluegrass Show
Don Rigsby & Midnight Call; Nightflyer
Location: Simons Middle School Auditorium
For more information, contact Paula Hinton: 606-748-0798.
February 19
67th Anniversary of the Assault on Iwo Jima
Ceremony Honoring PFC Franklin R. Sousley, USMCR (KIA)
Location: VFW Post, Flemingsburg, KY, 1335 Mt. Sterling Rd, 2 PM
Location:
Elizaville Cemetery, Elizaville, KY, 3 PM
For more information, contact: Marine Corps League, Dan Daly Det. 859-277-2654 or VFW Post, Flemingsburg 606-845-6101.
Gallatin County
(Sparta & Warsaw)
www.gallatincountyky.com
Plan now for:
June 28
UNOH 225 - Camping World Truck Series
(225 miles / 150 laps) TBD
Location: Kentucky Speedway
Phone: 888-652-RACE
www.Kentuckyspeedway.com
June 29
Feed The Children 300 - Nationwide Series
(300 miles / 200 laps) TBD
Location: Kentucky Speedway
Phone: 888-652-RACE
www.Kentuckyspeedway.com
June 30
Quaker State 400 - Sprint Cup Series
(400 miles / 267 laps) TBD
Location: Kentucky Speedway
Phone: 888-652-RACE
www.Kentuckyspeedway.com
Grant County
(Dry Ridge, Williamstown, Crittenden & Corinth)
http://www.grantcokentuckytourism.com/
Every Friday
Heritage Demonstrations at
The Historic William Arnold Log Home
The Historic William Arnold Log Home is open to the public every Friday 11 - 4. This historic structure was the home of the town's founder. Each Friday there will be heritage demonstrations, such as chair weaving, basket weaving, quilting, etc. Free Admission
Location: On Main Street in downtown Williamstown
Lewis County
(Vanceburg, Tollesboro & Trinity)
http://lewiscounty.ky.gov/
All Year
Self guides Coverd Bridge Tour
Explore 8 covered bridges of The Buffalo Trace Region and enjoy the scenic reminders of a bygone era, Kentucky's architectural treasurers are links to the past.
Visit the web site below for a downloadable map.
CoveredBridgeBrochure.pdf
All Year
Quilt Trail
The Lewis County Quilt Trail project places colorful painted quilt squares on highly visible barns and other structures throughout the county. Local students are heavily
involved. The high school's advanced art classes sketch out and paint the patterns. The vocational school's carpentry classes construct the frames.
http://www.visitlewiscountyky.com
http://www.visitlewiscountyky.com/quilttrail/quilttrailmap2.html
Mason County
(Maysville, Washington & May's Lick)
http://www.masoncountykentucky.com
February 9-12 & 16-19
More FUn than Bowling Presented by The Maysville Players
A romantic comedy
Location: Washington Opera House, 116 West Second Street, Maysville, KY 41056 Phone: 606-564-3666
Website: www.maysvilleplayers.net
Mid-April
Chocolate Festival
(24th Annual Event) Chocolate is found in the 1700s village shops located along flagstone streets during this award winning festival as well as vendors on the street – homemade candies, cakes, cookies, tons of fudge, Pageant, Horse-drawn Carriage Rides, Pirate Ship Ride, and various games all to make this a fun filled weekend.
Phone: 606-759-0505
E-mail: marsha.jones59@yahoo.com
Owen County
(Owenton)
www.owencounty.ky.gov
February 11
Valentines Dinner at Elk Creek Vineyards
Join us for a romantic evening at the Winery. Our Valentines Dinner will feature an exquisitely cooked dinner by our local chef Gary Sigretto, featured his acclaimed Prime Rib and Salmon. Dinner will also be paired with select Elk Creek wines. Click HERE to purchase tickets.
Location: 150 Highway 330, Owenton, KY 40359
Phone: 502.484.0005
www.elkcreekvineyards.com
February 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
Music at Elk Creek Vineyards
February 3 Lyn Payne Holland Eclectic Acoustic
February 4 George LaVigne Acoustic
February 10 Jake Walz Acoustic
February 11 Dan Hardin and Company Valentines Dinner
February 17 Nate Jones Acoustic
February 18 Lyn Payne Holland Eclectic Acoustic
February 24 Mike Duncan Acoustic
February 25 Jeff Ziehm Acoustic
Location: 150 Highway 330, Owenton, KY 40359
Phone: 502.484.0005
www.elkcreekvineyards.com
Pendleton County
(Falmouth)
http://www.pendletoncounty.ky.gov/
April through November
Canoe on the Licking River
Thaxton’s South Fork Canoe Trails, Inc. and Paddlers’ Inn are located on the northwest side of the US 27 bridge on the banks of the Licking River, only an hour north of Lexington and just a half-hour South of Cincinnati. The Licking River is recognized by the Kentucky Division of Water as an outstanding water resource. Here you will find over 100 species of fish and over fifty species of mussels. Mussels serve to filter bacteria from the water and are protected on this pristine waterway that flows North. Our cedar cabins nestled above the river offer a perfect romantic getaway or family holiday. During the season. Group Rates Available with Advanced Reservation and Non-refundable Deposit.
Phone:
859-472-2000 or E-mail info@gopaddling.com
www.gopaddling.com
Robertson County
(Blue Licks & Mt. Olivet)
http://www.robertsoncounty.ky.gov/
