Jammin’ on the Porch
2025-01-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Gathering Space, 635 Chestnut 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. Bring your own chair.

Rook Tournament
2025-01-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Berea Chamber of Commerce, 304 Chestnut St. Suite A, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Get ready for an evening of strategy, excitement, and community fun at our Rook Tournament! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the game, this event is for everyone! Door Prizes: We’ll have amazing giveaways throughout the night! Want to support this event? We’re looking for local businesses to sponsor door prizes. It’s a great way to showcase your business and support the community.

A Year With Frog and Toad
2025-01-31 18:30, 2025-02-01 18:30, 2025-02-02 14:00 | Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road North, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Come support our talented young performers as they bring the beloved story of Frog and Toad to life on stage! In this charming musical, you’ll follow the delightful duo as they journey through seasons, share friendship, and tackle life’s little challenges together. With catchy songs, playful dances, and heartwarming moments, this production will entertain theatergoers of all ages.
Our little actors have worked hard to make this show magical and would love your support! Don’t miss this chance to cheer them on and experience the joy and humor of Frog and Toad’s world. Grab your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable show!

Berea College Planetarium Shows
2025-01-31 19:00, 2025-02-02 16:00, 2025-02-07 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.

Honk! The Musical
2025-01-31 20:00, 2025-02-01 20:00, 2025-02-02 16:00 | Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road North, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
The Bluegrass Players invite you to experience Honk! The Musical, the enchanting and uplifting story of a little duckling with a big heart. First premiering in 1993, this charming musical won the prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Musical in London’s West End, triumphing over other beloved shows like The Lion King! Since then, Honk! has touched hearts around the world with revivals across theaters big and small.
When Ugly hatches in the barnyard, he faces challenges because he looks different from the other ducklings. But soon, he embarks on an unforgettable adventure, discovering the beauty of being unique and making wonderful friends along the way! Filled with catchy songs, laughter, and touching moments, Honk! is a treat for all ages. It’s a celebration of kindness, acceptance, and the courage to be yourself.
Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to feel inspired, this show will warm your heart and leave you smiling long after the curtain falls. Don’t miss out – quack your way to The Spotlight Playhouse and join us for this beautiful journey of self-discovery and joy!

Berea Farmers Market
2025-02-01 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 13:00 | 201 N Broadway, Berea, KY, 40403
Visit the market for baked goods, fresh produce, greens, eggs, cheese and meats, hand crafted items, and more!

Blown Together: A Valentine's Pair
2025-02-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-07 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Fire & Fern Glass Studio, 217 Adams St., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine’s season with “Blown Together: A Valentine’s Pair”! In this special glassblowing class designed for 1-2 participants, you’ll craft a matching set of two stunning items— stemless wine glasses, captain’s cups, low ball tumblers, or pint glasses. Choose your colors, textures, and designs while our expert glassblowers guide you through the process. Make it a date, a gift, or a memory to cherish forever! ❤️

From the Heart: Glass Paperweight Workshop
2025-02-01 10:00 - 14:30, 2025-02-07 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 14:30 | Fire & Fern Glass Studio, 217 Adams St., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Craft something heartfelt this Valentine’s season with our “From the Heart,” Glass Paperweight Class. Guided by expert glassblowers, you’ll shape molten glass into a stunning heart-shaped keepsake. Choose your favorite colors and textures to make it uniquely yours. Perfect as a gift or a token of self-love! ❤️

Nature Hikes at the Pinnacles
2025-02-01 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-02-08 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 at group hike at the Pinnacles in Berea!
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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

Mom & Me
2025-02-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Just Love Coffee Cafe, 636 Chestnut St., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
This is a special painting event to share with the kids! You can choose from 2 canvases (for Mom & child) or 3 canvases (for Mom & 2 children). Don’t miss out on this FUN event and opportunity to spend quality time with those loved ones!❤️💕❤️ All canvases are 8″x10″.

Monday Live Team Trivia
2025-02-03 19:00 - 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. Free to play. Top two teams win prizes!
Doors open at 6pm.
Trivia begins at 7pm.
Cash bar + food truck available.

Write Night Tuesdays
2025-02-04 18:00 - 19:30 | The Taleless Dog Booksellers, 204 Estill St., Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Bring your computer or pen & paper and use this designated time to get creative!

Woodcarver Wednesday
2025-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Madison County Public Library, 319 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
Every Wednesday, our talented woodcarvers from around the local area come together from 10:00AM – 12:00PM to demonstrate their skills at the Madison County Public Library. Watch them work, ask questions, and learn about their intricate craft!

Wine Down Wednesday
2025-02-05 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 Frost Cafe or Boone Tavern Restaurant between 5 pm and 8 pm, for $2 off glasses and $5 off bottles of wine.

Sweet and Deadly Murder Mystery
2025-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant, 100 Main Street, Berea, KY, 40403
Step right up for a Valentine’s Day carnival you’ll never forget! 🎡
Love is in the air—or is it? When sweethearts collide over Ferris wheel flings and fried dough dreams, jealousy sparks, and someone takes the ultimate ride… to their doom. 💔 Join us for Sweet & Deadly on February 7, 2025—a sidesplitting murder mystery where passion meets pie-throwing, and the stakes are as high as the carnival rides. Will Kitty find her Valentine, or will love’s twisted game end in tragedy?
Synopsis:
it’s Valentine’s and to celebrate the gang has gone to the carnival. Bunky Wonky, his best friend Tommy Wunkus, Tommy’s sister Kitty, and Tommy‘s mama, Mana Wynonna have spent the day enjoying carnival food, carnival games, and carnival rides. Tommy and Bunky especially loved the Ferris Wheel . The Ferris Wherl was being operated by Connie Bee Rebel, a good time gal who gave them BOTH the time of day. Kitty is sweet on Bunky and thought that he was gonna be her valentine. But when someone comes between her and her Bunky, you know there’s gonna be some big problems. Big problems and a big murder in this hysterical Valentines day comedy by Paula Hilton.
Join Bluegrass Mystery Theater and Boone Tavern for an evening of fine dining and holiday fun.
Tickets: $65
Cash Bar Available
Menu:
Coming Soon!!

The Berea Old Time Music Circle
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Union Church, 200 Prospect Street, Berea, KY, 40403, United States
In the new year of 2025: “Berea Old Time Music Circle” is having regular free and (open to the public) jams for those interested in the Old Time Music of our Appalachian Region. We meet at Union Church, in their “Parlor” at 200 Prospect Street, Berea, KY 40403 on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month from 10:00 a.m. until High Noon. Please join us if you can. All listeners, dancers, singers, or acoustic instrument musicians are welcome.

A Winter Gathering
2025-02-08 17:30 - 20:00 | Churchill’s, 100 Churchill Court, Berea, KY, 40403
The Berea Urban Farm loves winter and there is no better time to share stories and meet other urban gardeners than February! Join us to show your support for Sustainable Berea’s mission while enjoying a memorable evening of good food, meaningful conversation, and community connection. Expect a lively silent and live auction along with raffles, complimentary dinner included with each ticket, and a chance to celebrate our Community Sustainability Award winners.
All proceeds from the event will support the following programs:
1) Victory Garden Blitz provides raised beds for gardening. This program is in its 11th year!
2) The Farmacy Program will provide nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables to low-income adults managing chronic illnesses, supporting their health through better nutrition.
3) Acts of Restorative Kindness (ARK) Program will enhance both food security and biodiversity. This initiative will support residents in allocating half of their yard space to organic food cultivation and the other half to natural habitats.
