Casino Dead Money
2025-08-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Join us for an 18+ Murder Mystery at the Folk Center. FREE event!
Limited reservations available! Must Pre-register! 859-986-9402
6-8 pm Light meal provided

Berea's Bikes and Brews Ride
2025-08-29 18:00 - 20:30 | Get Outside Kentucky, 204 Estill St. Suite C, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
A social ride with pep… and beverages!Meet us every other Friday for a social ride ending at a venue for some brews and conversation. Rides generally offer two route options. A shorter route of around 8 miles and another around 12 miles for a longer/faster option. Ride paces are typically around 10-13 average mph. Also remember, this ride is great whether you end at the social venue or not!

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BIG IDEAS AFTERPARTY
2025-08-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Rebel Rebel Studio & Lounge, 440 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Kentucky friends (and everyone else) join for an Appalachian Big Ideas Fest party. There will be a Poetry Slam with cash prizes, Open Mic, and Karaoke hosted by Betsy Whaley. Free appetizers, cash bar, and the Peg & Awl food truck will be available. It will be fun! Everyone is welcome. 6-10pm.

Play Music on The Porch Day
2025-08-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Log House Craft Gallery, 200 Estill Street, Berea, KY, United States

Forest Meditations
2025-08-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Come join us each Saturday from 9-10am at the Forestry Outreach Center for Forest Meditations!
This is an opportunity to connect with ourselves, each other, and the world. All are welcome! We will meet in the “Nature’s Classroom” gazebo. Bring your mats or cushions if you like. Chairs will be provided.
We will start with a short introduction to the sit, meditate for about 20 minutes, and then invite you to reflect on your experience in any way you wish. It could be through writing, drawing or quiet contemplation. We would then welcome anyone who would like to share from their experience. We would love to have you linger afterwards for coffee and conversation.
This event is hosted by Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, Wendy Zagray Warren, Jane Mecham and Pat Gailey.

Berea Farmers Market
2025-08-30 09:00 - 13:00 | Chestnut Street Pavilion, 635 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Vendor Spotlight: Gaia’s Food & Good Deeds Craft Chocolate

This week our spotlight is on Gaia’s Food along with Good Deeds Craft Chocolate – two amazing locals bringing delicious, thoughtful creations to the Berea Farmers Market!

Ruwen and Chris are truly some of the most genuine folks Berea could ask for. Together, they represent the heart of our market: good food, community spirit, and a commitment to making the world a little brighter.

Find Gaia’s Food & Good Deeds Craft Chocolate at the Berea Farmers Market:
Saturday, 9 AM – 1 PM
635 Chestnut Street Pavilion

Stop by, support local makers, and treat yourself to something truly special!

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Know Where Your Food Comes From — Shop Small and Support Local! Fresh items every Saturday
Visit the market for baked goods, fresh produce, greens, eggs, cheese and meats, hand crafted items, and more!

Nature Hikes at the Pinnacles
2025-08-30 10:00 - 12:30 | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Want to make new friends? Worried about hiking alone until you gain your confidence? Want to learn about the local wildlife?
Then join a group hike at the Pinnacles in Berea!
Every Saturday at 10:00am this summer, FOC staff and Berea College students will be ready to hike with you! The group that attends will decide on the destination together. We can also split groups (if there is ample staffing) if there are different wants/needs of hike difficulty.
Please bring water and any medications you might need (i.e. inhaler). Dress for the weather.
*The hike will be cancelled in the case of inclement weather including thunderstorms or high winds*
Group hikes are offered year-round.
Hike times:
*May-August, 10:00am
*September-April, 1:00pm
No hikes the weekends of Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years

Introduction to Plant Based Dyeing - Interwowen Series
2025-08-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Berea Arts Council, 444 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Have you been dyeing to learn more about natural dyes?
Natural, plant-based dyeing is a gentler way to give fabrics a fresh look (or cleverly cover up stains). But with so much information out there, getting started can feel overwhelming.
Join friends and neighbors for this Interwoven series workshop—a relaxed primer on natural dyeing using local materials. This session is perfect for beginners, but we also welcome those with experience to share tips, examples, and inspiration.
We won’t be dyeing fabric in this short intro, but you’ll leave with the knowledge and confidence to get started on your own. If there’s enough interest, we’ll host a follow-up dyeing session exclusively for participants in this introductory workshop.
RSVP Here: https://bereaartscouncil.networkforgood.com/events/90431-introduction-to-plant-based-dyeing-interwoven-series

Free! E-Bike Rental Day
2025-08-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Get Outside Kentucky, 204 Estill St. Suite C, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Bicycle freedom for FREE!
A special occasion where we offer a free one-hour ride on one of our rental e-bikes. Sign up through our website to secure your spot in advance so you don’t miss out. Rentals will be offered during our business hours 10am to 5pm on Saturday, August 30th!
Join us for a FREE 1-hour Electric Joyride!!

Chestnut Street Pavilion Concert Series Presents: 3 Men & A Banjo
2025-08-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Chestnut Street Pavilion, 635 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
This acoustic trio made up of Jeff Richey on the upright bass, Tyler Conn on the mandolin, and Randall Conn on the Banjo come together to create Appalachian swing unlike anything you’ve ever heard before! Performing all over Central Kentucky and beyond, 3 Men and a Banjo beautifully blends traditional bluegrass sounds with a unique jazz flair that will have you tapping your toes in no time. Their album “Up to the Sky” is available on Spotify and beyond!
FREE Community Event! Grab your friends, bring your chairs, and join us for an evening of great music! 🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵
Gates Open at 6:30PM
Music Starts at 7:00PM
This free concert series is brought to you by Berea Tourism

Night Hike at the Pinnacles
2025-08-30 20:30 - 22:00 | The Berea Pinnacles, 2047 Big Hill Rd., Berea, 40403, United States
We will head into the woods after dark to see what wildlife we can see and hear. Please bring a flashlight/headlamp!
This will be a one-mile loop with minimal elevation change and we will walk at a slow pace.

Family Activity: Bug Safari
2025-08-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
We will go on a slow-paced, child led walk in the lower forest to look for as many bug friends as we can find!
Cancelled in the case of heavy rain/thunderstorms.
Meet at the Center to leave at 2pm.

Monday Live Team Trivia
2025-09-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Rebel Rebel Studio & Lounge, 440 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Weekly on Mondays. Hosted by Drew of Questionable Activities. Trivia inside Rebel Rebel Studio & Lounge.
Bring a team or join on when you arrive. All ages! Free to play! Prizes for winners!
Doors open at 6pm.
Trivia begins at 7pm.
Cash bar + food truck available.

Appalachian Writers Conference
2025-09-02 14:00 - 2025-09-04 23:00 | Boone Tavern’s Event Center, 100 S. Main Street North, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Sept. 2-4, 2025, beginning with a welcome reception on Tuesday evening and ending with the Awards Banquet on Thursday night. Are you ready to start, refine, or finally finish that writing project? The Appalachian Writers Conference 2025 is your chance to immerse yourself in an inspiring community of authors, industry experts, and fellow creatives—all set against the stunning backdrop of Berea, Kentucky, the state’s Artisan Capital!
What to Expect:
Pitch Your Work to literary agent Jackie Kruzie (Focused Artists) and gain insider tips on pitching agents and crafting unmissable synopses. Plus, enjoy exclusive one-on-one pitch sessions for completed manuscripts!
Learn from Award-Winning Authors:
Trace Conger – Author of edge-of-your-seat crime novels, including Five Will Die, which has been optioned for a six-episode series beginning production this year.
Susan Furlong – Returning for a second year with insights from her acclaimed books, including Murder in the Appalachians and Shattered Justice, a New York Times Best Crime Novel of the Year.
From writing memoirs and developing unforgettable characters to building your author brand, navigating contracts, and protecting your work from libel, AWC 2025 offers sessions designed to elevate your writing game.
Explore the Historic Boone Tavern Hotel, breathtaking trails, serene waters, handcrafted treasures, and Kentucky’s vibrant artisan culture.

Woodcarver Wednesday
2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Berea Welcome Center, 3 Artist Circle, Berea, 40403, United States
Every Wednesday, our talented woodcarvers from around the local area come together from 10:00AM – 12:00PM to demonstrate their skills on the back platform of the historic L&N train depot in Old Town Berea. Come on down and listen to some live fiddle music! Watch them work, ask questions, and learn about their intricate craft!

Pop Up Book Shop at Boone Tavern
2025-09-03 11:00 - 18:00 | Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant, 100 Main Street, Berea, KY, 40403
The 2025 Appalachian Writers Conference invites the public to step into a world of storytelling at its Pop-Up Bookshop, Wednesday, September 3, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the Boone Tavern Lobby in Berea, Kentucky. This free event is open to all, offering an up-close connection with some of the region’s most engaging voices in literature.

Wine Down Wednesday
2025-09-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant, 100 Main Street, Berea, KY, 40403
Every Wednesday at Boone Tavern is Wine Down Wednesday! Stop by the Boone Tavern Restaurant between 5 pm and 8 pm, for $2 off glasses and $5 off bottles of wine. Relax on the beautiful porches or sip inside. 🍷

Booktrovert Silent Book Club
2025-09-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Have a book that’s been collecting dust because you can’t find a quite time or place to read it?
We would like to introduce you to our Silent Book Club!
The first hour will be used for silent reading and the last 30 minutes can be used to discuss what you have read or what you have on your TBR.
This program is for adults from 6:00-7:30 pm on the first Wednesday of each month

Paisley Fields / Sam Gleaves
2025-09-04 18:00 | Rebel Rebel Studio & Lounge, 440 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Paisley Fields Known for turning classic country on its head, Paisley brings Brooklyn grit and Nashville heart to blend honky-tonk storytelling with punk spirit and queer liberation.
Sam Gleaves is an Appalachian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose music weaves together old-time traditions and fresh, personal storytelling to write his own songs that hold queer joy without metaphor or apology.
Doors at 6:00. Music at 7:00$10 advance tickets, $15 at the doorFood and Drink available from Peg + Aw

Jammin’ on the Porch
2025-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
🎵🎶 Bring your instrument and join in the jam session, or feel free to just sit and tap your toes. Father and daughter duo, Lewis and Donna Lamb host the free event from 7:00-9:00pm.🎶🎵

Autumn Gala: Telling Our Story Around The Table
2025-09-05 17:30 | Churchill’s, 100 Churchill Court, Berea, KY, 40403
An Evening of Storytelling, Celebration, and Community
Join Berea Home Village for our 2025 Autumn Gala – an evening of shared stories, delicious food, and meaningful support for our mission: helping older Bereans thrive at home.

Our theme, “Telling Our Story Around the Table,” honors the voices, histories, and traditions that bring us together. We’ll gather for a heartfelt Farm to Fork dinner, listen to inspiring words and music, and raise vital funds to continue our work throughout the coming year.

Featuring Kentucky Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson

We are thrilled to welcome Crystal Wilkinson as our featured speaker. A celebrated author, poet, and Kentucky’s first Black woman Poet Laureate, Crystal’s work is steeped in family, food, place, and storytelling—perfectly aligned with the spirit of our evening.
She is the author of “Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts,” a memoir with recipes that explores generational memory, healing, and love through food and Black Appalachian heritage.
Come hear her story and celebrate the power of our shared experiences around the table.
Special thanks to Berea College for their role in bringing Crystal Wilkinson to Berea.

The Berea Pollinator Gardens present Music at Moonrise
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Tillie Dog Park, 131 Harrison Ct, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Moonrise Music at the Woodland Garden, the Berea Pollinator Garden’s next music event! September 5, 2025 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The moon rises at 7:05 p.m. that evening. Free and open to all.
Please bring a chair.

If you have accessibility issues, park right next to the garden.

Tille Dog Park/Utilities Building, 200 Harrison Road, Berea

The Wizard of Oz Musical
2025-09-05 19:00, 2025-09-06 19:00 | Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road North, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Adventure!
Join Dorothy, Toto, and friends on their magical journey through the Land of Oz in this beloved musical adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic! Watch as Dorothy meets the Scarecrow searching for brains, the Tin Man longing for a heart, and the Cowardly Lion seeking courage. Together, they’ll discover that everything they need has been inside them all along.
This enchanting production features all your favorite songs including “Over the Rainbow,” “Follow the Yellow Brick Road,” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” With dazzling costumes, creative sets, and the magic that only live theater can bring, this production promises to transport audiences of all ages to a world where dreams really do come true. There’s no place like The Spotlight Playhouse for this classic tale!

Berea College Planetarium Shows
2025-09-05 19:00 | Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Natural Sciences and Health Building, 271 N Main St., Berea, KY, 40403
The Berea College planetarium hosts shows twice a week in our large planetarium. The shows are open to the public and held every Friday at 7PM and Sunday at 4PM. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children and seniors. You can check out https://planetarium.berea.edu to view the available shows and descriptions.
Located in the Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Natural Sciences and Health Building (34) on the 4th floor. Visitors can enter using the two doors located at the front of the building. Parking and location information is provided by the interactive campus maps.

Berea Farmers Market
2025-09-06 09:00 - 13:00 | Chestnut Street Pavilion, 635 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Know Where Your Food Comes From — Shop Small and Support Local! Fresh items every Saturday🌱
Visit the market for baked goods, fresh produce, greens, eggs, cheese and meats, hand crafted items, and more!

Fall Into Reading Kick Off Party! Captivating Creatures
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Fall into Reading is back and it’s getting wild!
Join us in a new version of Fall into Reading!

Plush Pumpkin Workshop with Terri Beard
2025-09-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Berea Arts Council, 444 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Ready to get crafty this fall? Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll make your very own Plush Pumpkin!
In this three-hour class, artist Terri Beard will guide you through the process of covering a pumpkin form with thick, cozy yarn. You’ll have a wide variety of yarn colors and decorative ‘toppings’ to choose from, allowing you to personalize your creation to match your home decor or create a one-of-a-kind gift.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a completed Plush Pumpkin measuring 10″ in diameter and 6″ high (plus the height of the toppings). You’ll also leave with the skills to create more special and unique projects on your own.
This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, but participants should be comfortable using a glue gun. All materials are included in the $40.00 price.
With a maximum of 12 participants, spots are limited, so reserve your spot today and get ready to add a personal touch to your fall decor!
Get your tickets here: https://bereaartscouncil.networkforgood.com/events/90343-plush-pumpkin-workshop

Nature Hikes at the Pinnacles
2025-09-06 13:00 - 15:30 | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Want to make new friends? Worried about hiking alone until you gain your confidence? Want to learn about the local wildlife?
Then join a group hike at the Pinnacles in Berea!
Every Saturday at 1:00 pm, FOC staff and Berea College students will be ready to hike with you! The group that attends will decide on the destination together. We can also split groups (if there is ample staffing) if there are different wants/needs of hike difficulty.
Please bring water and any medications you might need (i.e. inhaler). Dress for the weather.
*The hike will be cancelled in the case of inclement weather including thunderstorms or high winds*
Group hikes are offered year-round.
Hike times:
*September-April, 1:00pm
No hikes the weekends of Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years
