Events

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 […]

🎶 Lee Dean Presents: Swinging with Elvis! 🎶 Get ready for a night of rock ‘n’ roll as Lee Dean takes the stage with three decades of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits! From the hip-shaking '50s to the legendary '70s, experience the King’s most iconic songs live. 📅 Friday, April 4, 2025 🕖 Showtime: 7 PM […]

Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter with "Spotlight Shenanigans: Skits and Giggles"! This family-friendly comedy extravaganza features a hilarious blend of classic sketch comedy, side-splitting improv, and unforgettable moments you’ll be talking about long after the curtain falls. With a mix of carefully crafted skits inspired by comedic legends like Carol Burnett and […]

Our Traditional Craft classes continue in April! These pay-what-you-can (even if that's $0) events help continue traditional craft education here in Berea. Come spend time with local artists as you learn hand tool woodworking or blacksmithing. Signups are through the ticket links on our facebook events, or through our calendar at www.bereamakerspace.org/calendar On April 5th, […]

Friends of the Madison County Public Library Spring Book Sale! Stop by the Berea location on Saturday, April 5 to grab some great deals on gently used books and other items. Fill a small bag for $5 or a large library bag for $10. All proceeds go to support the Madison County Public Library.

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 […]

Rebel Rebel Emerging Musician's Incubator Workshop Series. Come for the Workshop 5-6:30pm, Stay for Open Mic 7-10pm! The workshop is free to attend, donations appreciated. RSVP required. Apr 8 - Essential Email Marketing for Creatives WHY you should have an email list, HOW to set one up and automate it, and WHAT you should include […]

YOU asked for it...so we are offering a 2nd class for our Easter Ceramics!! Yes, we all LOVE those Ceramics! This 2nd Easter Ceramics class is on Tuesday, April 8th, 6-8:30pm! The 1st one sold out and this one may also! Don't wait! Register TODAY!! Join us for a relaxing and creative session where you […]

Fast FUN.

See Berea College's Bluegrass Ensemble Live at the Berea Arts Council! Get ready for an evening of incredible music! The Berea College Bluegrass Ensemble, a professional string band with an eclectic blend of sounds, is coming to the Berea Arts Council on Wednesday, April 10th at 7:00 PM. Expect a lively performance featuring traditional Appalachian […]

 Easter Bunny Mini Sessions at Maddox Made April 11th, 13th, and 15th Come celebrate spring with a sweet visit from the Easter Bunny—right here in Berea! Each session includes: A beautifully styled spring set with florals by The Added Touch A photo with the Easter Bunny taken by Ariana Jordan Photography One high-resolution image of your choice included (with […]

Think you know everything about the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and the DC Universe (DCEU)?  Whether you're Team Avengers or Team Justice League, this is your chance to prove your superhero knowledge!  Prizes for the top teams! Themed drinks & superhero snacks! Dress as your favorite superhero or villain! Tag your superhero squad and get ready for an […]

Riders meet up at GOKY HQ at 6pm for a 10-mile casual ride ending at one of or local beer vending establishments for some suds and conversation. This ride happens every other Friday, so if you can't join this one, we hope to see you on the next. #bereabikeculture #bereasbikesandbrews #visitberea #getoutsideky #bikesandbeers #bikes #bikeride […]

Join us for our second Paint the Town event in Berea! For more event information, check out our website at https://bctrace.com/painting-2025/ Artists, you can purchase an entry by visiting https://www.bcloghousecrafts.com/paint-the-town-artist-fe/ and make sure to select "Pick-Up In-Store". We loved the fall colors that were captured throughout our beautiful town and we cannot wait to see […]

Join us as we build and install 175 raised garden beds in Berea and nearby areas. We need volunteers to build beds, bag soil, deliver and install beds, prepare food, and keep records. Help us increase local food security by helping our neighbors to grow food. You can learn more, donate or volunteer for the […]

Our Traditional Craft classes continue in April! These pay-what-you-can (even if that's $0) events help continue traditional craft education here in Berea. Come spend time with local artists as you learn hand tool woodworking or blacksmithing. Signups are through the ticket links on our Facebook events, or through our calendar at www.bereamakerspace.org/calendar On April 13th, […]

 Easter Bunny Mini Sessions at Maddox Made April 11th, 13th, and 15th Come celebrate spring with a sweet visit from the Easter Bunny—right here in Berea! Each session includes: A beautifully styled spring set with florals by The Added Touch A photo with the Easter Bunny taken by Ariana Jordan Photography One high-resolution image of your choice included (with […]

Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter with "Spotlight Shenanigans: Skits and Giggles"! This family-friendly comedy extravaganza features a hilarious blend of classic sketch comedy, side-splitting improv, and unforgettable moments you’ll be talking about long after the curtain falls. With a mix of carefully crafted skits inspired by comedic legends like Carol Burnett and […]

 Easter Bunny Mini Sessions at Maddox Made April 11th, 13th, and 15th Come celebrate spring with a sweet visit from the Easter Bunny—right here in Berea! Each session includes: A beautifully styled spring set with florals by The Added Touch A photo with the Easter Bunny taken by Ariana Jordan Photography One high-resolution image of your choice included (with […]

FREE WORKSHOP FOR SMALL BUSINESS STARTUP "FROM THE GROUND UP: How to Start & Grow a Small Business" Hosted by Donna Angel, Berea Business & Economic Development Register for this FREE event focusing on Small Business Startup in Berea and hear from a list of local small business representatives ready to answer your questions about […]

Join us to learn more about Interwoven at the Berea Arts Council on Thursday, April 17th. Doors open at 5:30pm, and the presentation begins at 6pm. Refreshments will be provided to attendees. Let us know if you're coming to this free event by using the registration link (not required) The Berea Arts Council & Clean4Change […]

Electric FUN.

Join us at the Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen in Berea as we feature our artists' creative journeys, celebrating their commitment to process and honoring their path to excellence in art and craft. Exhibiting artists were invited to submit one early piece of work at the beginning of the journey and a current piece […]

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 […]

Make plans now to join MSHS Dance Team for some Easter fun!! Crafts, games and breakfast!!  🐰🐥🐣🐰🐥

This Saturday is our 88th Easter egg Hunt. Come join in the fun!!!  🐰🐣🐥🐰

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 […]

Join us on April 22nd, 2025, at Memorial Park, for an unforgettable afternoon of music, environmentalism, and community! Let's come together and use the power of music to inspire change and create a better future for all. Join the Berea Earth Warriors in the fight for a healthier planet! And it's not just about the […]

Bringing environmental awareness to the community through the arts! Calling all music lovers and activists! Join us for the Berea Earth Warriors Concert Series, a celebration of music, community, and environmental activism! Featuring an incredible lineup of talented musicians and artists from a variety of genres, the Berea Earth Warriors Concert Series is a can't-miss […]

Meet Gary Schoeniger, author of the book, The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage. We’re all familiar with the stories of iconic entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk. Yet when we look beyond the headlines and the hype to explore the mindset of everyday entrepreneurs, a hidden logic begins to emerge—one that can empower ordinary […]

Costume making at the Berea Arts Council. This is in preparation for the Interdependence Day Parade coming up on July 5th. This event is free. No RSVP Necessary. All are welcome, whether you can attend the parade or not.

Join us for the final show of the 2025-2026 season as the Madison Southern High School is transformed into Bikini Bottom for "The SpongeBob Musical". Tickets available online (bit.ly/mshsspongebob) or at the door, $5-$15.

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Get ready to LAUGH! Join us at the Berea Arts Council on Friday, April 25th for an evening of hilarious, completely made-up-on-the-spot improv comedy! Prepare for a night of unexpected twists, side-splitting scenes, and pure, unadulterated fun. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show starts at 7:00 PM. Just $5 admission at the door! […]

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 […]

This Saturday! Kentucky's first ever BOOK CRAWL at participating Central Kentucky Bookstores! Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day by traveling from store to store - and with each visit, you earn chances to win great gift baskets. Visit our website for more details. thetalelessdog.com

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with us! Lots going on Saturday including the first ever KY Bookstore Crawl AND the LIBRO GOLDEN TICKET! If you love audio books, make sure you come by to find the Golden Ticket and win 12 audiobook credits!

Live butterfly exhibit at the Taleless Dog. Take a walk through a wonderland of magical butterflies and experience these amazing and beautiful creatures up close. Tickets are $6.00 per person and can be purchased on the events page at http://www.thetalelessdog.com. All children under 6 are free but must be accompanied by a paid adult.

Come help us grow fresh produce for the Berea Food Bank! Enjoy some sunshine and join our volunteer gardeners! Tools, gloves, and drinking water will be provided as available!

Join us for a family activity! We’ll slowly walk around the lower forest to find as many bug friends as we can find to observe with magnifying glasses and the microscope (if we can catch the bugs!) Geared towards younger kids but all ages welcome. Weather dependent ☀️⛅🌤️🌥️🌦️☀️

The shopkeepers of Old Town invite you to join us in celebrating May Day — a joyful spring gathering full of tradition, creativity, and community spirit! Our doors will be open wide, welcoming neighbors and visitors alike to explore the heart of Berea’s Artisan Village. Wander through our working artist studios and locally-owned shops, where […]

20 miles of backroads and scenery for E-Bike riders to enjoy a group road ride experience without all the work and lycra.

Join master calligrapher Bob Berger for a three-week calligraphy workshop at the Berea Arts Council! Held on Thursday evenings (May 1, 8, and 15), this hands-on class is perfect for beginners and experienced letterers alike. Open to ages 12+, the workshop covers essential techniques, styles, and creative applications. Fee: $120 (all materials included).

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 […]

Kayla Preston of Grow Appalachia has built most of the high tunnels on the BUF and more than 100 tunnels elsewhere in eastern Kentucky. She will discuss high tunnel construction and costs, and their use in season extension and protection against severe weather.

At this workshop, participants will learn how to make yarn from old T-shirts! Roberts-Long will take participants through every step of the process. No supplies are required for participants to bring to this workshop, although we do ask that if you have T-shirts you have been waiting to take to Goodwill, bring them with you! […]

Join us for the 3rd Annual Break A Leg 5K on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 9:00am at Berea Community Park/Trail as we raise funds to support the Spotlight Acting School. RACE FEATURES Scenic race through Berea Community Park and the Berea City Trail on paved trail surfaces Commemorative race T-shirts (While supplies last) Free […]

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 […]