Mason County Events
Events for Mason County
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
April 20
"Noises Off" Presented by The Maysville Players
50th AnniversarySeason. A theatrical romp in which actors can’t, doors don’t, sardines should, and hilarity happens as the curtain (sometimes) goes up and down as the show goes on (or not)! Filled with slamming doors, falling pants, and backstage brawls, this breath catching comedy is a not-to-be missed event. 8pm – 11pm. 50th AnniversarySeason.
Location: Washington Opera House, 116 West Second Street, Maysville, KY 41056 Phone: 606-564-3666
Website: www.maysvilleplayers.net
April 21
Tony Poe Cornhole Tournament Benefiting Hospice of Hope
2pm – 10pm
Location: O’Rourke’s Pub, 123 Market Street, Maysville, KY 41056 (map)
Phone: 606-564-3933
www.orourkespubmaysville.com
Email: ngallenstein@maysvilleky.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
May 26
Buffalo Trails Multisport Races
Each Memorial Day weekend, includes Duathlon -- a 2.45 mile run, 22 mile bike, 3.05 mile run; the Triathlon a 0.5 mile swim, 22 mile bike, 3.05 mile run; and the LastingMotion 5K is 3.05 miles. The course winds it way through downtown Maysville as well as western Mason County producing not only a challenging, but a scenic, course. For more information on the races, follow this link to the race website: www.buffalotrailsraces.com
You can register at www.getmeregistered.com
For further information, contact Vicki Steigleder, Executive Director Maysville-Mason Co. Area Chamber of Commerce (606) 564-5534 Or chamber@maysvilleky.net.
June 2
Maysville Uncorked! Wine and Art Festival
Middle Market Street downtown Maysville, the second Saturday of June. Wine tasting showcases Kentucky’s vineyards, art, food, and music. Free street party 7pm. featuring live music, sponsored by The Maysville Players.
Phone:
606-759-4856
www.maysvilleplayers.com
Early June
400 Miles of Antiques, Collectibles
(8th Annual Event) Highway 68 & 80 Sale from Washington/Maysville to Paducah. Shops will offer specials and Sidewalk Sales. Visit yard sales of Residents in the Historic District of this 1700s village. To Setup in Washington Contact Marsha Jones at 606-759-0505 or E-mail: marsha.jones59@yahoo.com or Spencerdebby@aol.com
Phone: 270-781-6858
August 10 & 11
Maysville Oktoberfest
5pm – 10pm. Sponsored by the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center.
Location: Second Street & Market Street, Maysville, KY 41056 (map)
Phone: 606-564-5865
Mid-September
“Pig Out On Market”
Presented by Interstate Equipment Sales & Rental and benefiting Shriners Transportation Fund. Annual BBQ contest, Market Street, downtown Maysville. BBQ contest with cash prizes, street party, live music, Cornhole tournament. Contact Norbert: 606- 564-3933 or e-mail: ngallenstein@maysvilleky.net.
Car Show, McDonald Parkway, downtown Maysville. Noon to 6pm., followed by a free picnic for exhibitors and family members. Contact Allen Porter at 606-882-2486.
September 15 & 16
Simon Kenton Harvest Festival
(35th Annual Event) -3rd weekend in September). Washington dedicates this festival to our frontier hero who settled this area and lived here for 14 years. Simon once saved the life of his longtime friend, Daniel Boone. Kenton Kin come from many states for their annual reunion. Educational activities for children and adults. Museums, specialty shops, antiques, arts, crafts, food and entertainment all work together to make an event to remember. For information contact Suzie Pratt - E-mail suziepratt@maysvilleky.net or Phone 606-564-9419 Extension 308
To be announced.
Rosemary Clooney Concert
Free Street Party in downtown Maysville on Friday. Dine under the stars Saturday night in Maysville’s historic district and enjoy a live concert by nationally-known acts, gates open at 6:30pm, entertainment begins at 8pm. Entertainment to be announced. Contact The Lundergan Group at 800-785-8639.
December 7
Twilight Christmas Parade
Spectacular floats, marching bands and Santa make this event a family favorite. Parade begins at 6 p.m. on East Second Street at Bridge Street. It proceeds west on Second Street, to Wall Street, north to Third Street, and back east to Bridge Street. Parade Line-up at 5:30pm on East Second street east of the CSX viaduct. No permit required.
Washington Opera Theatre Christmas Play in downtown Maysville. Children can meet Santa Claus, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, and be entertained by a fun performance.
Kentucky Gateway Museum Center Open House, downtown Maysville. Begins after the parade; refreshments, each child receives a gift. Contact 606-564-5865.
Location: Downtown Maysville.
Phone:
606-564-9419.
First weekend of December
Frontier Christmas Festival
Scenic 1780s pioneer village with seven museums, strolling costumed carolers, dulcimer, banjo and fiddle playing; learn the art of candle making, period craft demonstrations.
Location: In Old Washington
Phone:
606-759-7411.
