Berea Tourism

Balance the Star Dance Weekend
2025-09-26 19:00 - 2025-09-27 23:00 (America/New_York) | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Join us for the Balance the Star Dance Weekend!

Balance the Star Dance Weekend
2025-09-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Join us for a fun evening of folk dance led by Wendy Graham, a dynamic caller who has learned traditional dance from the best! Music is provided by the fabulous Berea Castoffs (Al and Alice White, Elise Melrood, and Tripp Bratton). Wendy will lead us in a mix of folk-dance styles such as squares, contras, Sicilian circles, and English Country dances. All dances will be taught; all skill levels are welcome. Admission: $12 adults, $5 students.

Berea College Planetarium Shows
2025-09-26 19:00, 2025-09-21 16:00 | 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's Bikes and Brews Ride
2025-09-26 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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Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr
2025-09-26 18:00, 2025-09-21 14:00, 2025-09-20 18:00 | Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road North, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Journey down the rabbit hole with Alice in this fast-paced stage adaptation of Disney’s animated film. Join Alice’s madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, gets caught up in a wild tea party with the Mad Hatter, and faces off with the temperamental Queen of Hearts.
Featuring our talented performers ages 9-14, this whimsical production brings all your favorite characters to life with colorful costumes, enchanting music, and the magic of live theater. Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR is a delightful adventure for audiences of all ages!

Celebrating the Black Experience- Opening Reception
2025-09-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Berea Arts Council, 444 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Join us for the opening reception of Celebrating the Black Experience, an exhibit honoring stories, history, and creative expression. The evening will include light refreshments and a chance to gather with community as we launch this important show.
At 6:00 PM, don’t miss the Narrative Stage, sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council, featuring Bradley Gilmore of Somerset and Donyalle Jackson of Louisville as they share their voices and experiences through powerful storytelling.
This event is free and open to the public—we invite you to come, listen, and celebrate with us. Free refreshments provided.

Jammin’ on the Porch
2025-09-25 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.

Pictionary Trivia
2025-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Just Love Coffee Cafe, 636 Chestnut St., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Get ready to guess, laugh, and draw your way to victory!! Join us for a night where your doodles do the talking and your brain does the guessing!!
Hosted by the Madison County Public Library

Fall Crafts in the Park
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, Jefferson Street, Berea, 40403, United States
Free Make and Take Fall Crafts for Children
Memorial Park
5:30-7:30 pm

Tunes & Blooms
2025-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Boone Tavern and Short St., College Square, berea
Tunes & Blooms at Boone Tavern with LIVE MUSIC!!!
Join us at Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant for a delightful evening of live music, delectable grilled fare, and blooming fun! Experience the vibrant atmosphere of our garden setting, where local talent Erik Botsford will serenade you with his talent. Savor delicious grilled dishes prepared by the talented chefs of Berea College, complemented by refreshing beverages. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting Berea, this event promises a memorable experience filled with music, flavors, and community spirit.
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm Location: Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant- Garden
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of music, food, and fun at Boone Tavern!

Wine Down Wednesday
2025-09-24 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.

Woodcarver Wednesday
2025-09-24 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!

Monday Live Team Trivia
2025-09-22 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 from 7pm-9pm
Cash bar + food truck available.

Night Walk at Brushy Fork
2025-09-21 19:30 | Brushy Fork Park
Join us for a slow paced walk in Brushy Fork to see what nocturnal critters we can find and enjoy the sights and sound of the evening. Please bring a flashlight/headlamp.Meet at the bridge. Directions can be found on our website: https://forestryoutreach.berea.edu/trails/brushy-fork/

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
2025-09-21 16:00, 2025-09-20 20:00 | Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road North, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
What happens when minor characters become the stars?

Step into Tom Stoppard’s brilliant and witty masterpiece that flips Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” on its head! Follow the bewildered courtiers Rosencrantz and Guildenstern as they stumble through the events of the Danish court, trying to make sense of their role in a story much larger than themselves. This Tony Award-winning comedy explores fate, free will, and the absurdity of existence with razor-sharp wit and philosophical depth.

Filled with wordplay, coin flips, and existential questions, this modern classic will have you laughing while pondering life’s biggest mysteries. Stoppard’s genius lies in taking two forgotten characters from literature’s greatest tragedy and making them the heroes of their own tragicomedy. It’s theater at its most intelligent and entertaining – perfect for audiences who love clever dialogue and thought-provoking drama.

Performance Dates: September 19-27, 2025
Recommended for: Mature audiences and theater enthusiasts
Presented by The Bluegrass Players

Family Activity: Autumn Equinox
2025-09-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
The autumn equinox–when day and night will be equal– is September 22nd! Celebrate heading into autumn with a leaf suncatcher craft and making a simple sundial!Meet in the Nature’s Classroom gazebo.

Make a Functional Teapot with Jonathan Dazo
2025-09-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Berea Arts Council, 444 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Participants will learn the basics of slab-construction pottery to make their own functional teapot. You will have an assortment of texture rollers to choose from, or you are welcome to bring your own tools to decorate your piece. Teapots will be fired and finished in a turquoise glaze. And you may choose to make your own ceramic handle OR add a bamboo one! $114 covers the workshop and all materials.
Sign up here: https://bereaartscouncil.networkforgood.com/events/90894-make-a-functional-teapot-with-jonathan-dazo

29th Annual Spoonbread Festival
2025-09-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 21:00 | Memorial Park, Jefferson Street, Berea, 40403, United States
Join Us for the 29th Annual Spoonbread Festival! Dates: Friday, September 19th – Sunday, September 21st Location: Berea, KY
We’re thrilled to announce that craft vendor booth applications are now open! If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, visit www.bereakychamber.org for details and applications.

Planning is underway to make this the BIGGEST and BEST Spoonbread Festival in history! Don’t miss out!
For any questions about the festival, please reach out to us directly through our official page or website.
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Spoonbread Festival 5K Run/Walk
2025-09-21 09:00 | Russel Acton Folk Center, 212 W Jefferson Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States

Shuffle and Groove - DJ Dance Party
2025-09-20 22:00 - 23:59 | One Eyed Jacks Social Club, 107 Clay Dr., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
This a DJ Dance Party to wrap up the evening with our house DJ after the Karaoke Kings and Queens have been crowned 👑👑
Our DJ Dance parties will be a mix of various music and genres.
Keep an eye out for special THEME NIGHTS like Jazz, Disco, Pop, and more!

👑Karaoke Kings and Queens👑
2025-09-20 20:00 - 22:00 | One Eyed Jacks Social Club, 107 Clay Dr., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Come Sing your HEART out with us at One Eyed Jacks!
Win Cash Prizes for your amazing singing ability.
Winners selected by votes placed by the Audience participation.
The Audience will select the winner by placing votes
1 dollar = 100 votes
All vote funds go to the prize pool
The nights top performer (by placed votes) wins the prize pool!
It’s not always the best singer that wins, you have to win the audience over…top performance matters!

Nature Hikes at the Pinnacles
2025-09-20 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

Spoonbread Festival Parade
2025-09-20 13:00 | Memorial Park, Jefferson Street, Berea, 40403, United States

Forest Meditations
2025-09-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Berea College Forestry Outreach Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Come join us each Saturday from 10:30-11:30 am 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.

Cartonnage Workshop with Shelby Smarte
2025-09-20 09:30 - 16:00 | Berea Arts Council, 444 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Come create your own beautiful keepsake box at the Berea Arts Council!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the historic craft of box making with a modern twist. You’ll use your own beautiful fabrics to create a sturdy hinged-lid box that’s perfect for holding jewelry, keepsakes, or giving as a handmade gift.
Event Details-
Date: Saturday, September 20
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Ticket Price: $50
Additional Kit Fee: $30
What to bring: Your own fabrics to cover your box.
Ready to get crafty? Register here to secure your spot: https://bereaartscouncil.networkforgood.com/events/90896-cartonnage-workshop-with-shelby-smarte
