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Learn a new skill with hands-on instruction from expert artist instructors all while creating a unique piece of art that you’ll treasure for a lifetime. For inquiries, email [email protected]

Join us for another awesome PNO event! Arcade games, dance battles, ninja training, pizza and more!!! This event is open to members and nonmembers alike! Call/Text 8592280093 or stop by to register!

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. […]

Join us on April 25th at the Berea Arts Council for a night of spontaneous laughter and side-splitting entertainment. Enjoy improv comedy at its finest! $5 admission fee at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm.Starts at 7pm.

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.

 Friday Night Open Gym for Kids (Ages 6+) Looking for a fun and active Friday night activity for your little ones? Look no further! Join us every Friday from 7 PM to 9 PM for an exciting Open Gym session tailored exclusively for kids aged 6 and above! What to Expect:A safe and supervised environment for your […]

Step into a world of wit, romance, and comedic chaos with William Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing,” brought to life by the Bluegrass Players. Directed by the talented Jennifer Woodruff, with the support of her husband, Edwin Tait, this production highlights their passion for bringing Shakespeare to our community theater. Set in a lively Italian […]

For the 22nd time, Hands Four is hosting an energetic contra dance weekend in Berea, KY, featuring Berea Castoffs, Hot Coffee Breakdown, Deborah Denenfeld, Timothy Klein, Chris Bischoff and some wonderful instructors. We wanna dance with you. Online tickets at EventBrite: Hands Four Spring dance Weekend, or go to www.hands4-berea.com for further info.

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

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 […]

Visit the market for baked goods, fresh produce, greens, eggs, cheese and meats, hand crafted items, and more!

Join Us for CommuniTea and Conversation! Are you ready to unleash your creativity? Mark your calendars for a special event that combines art, community, and conversation! Event Details: - What: CommuniTea and Conversation: Beat Dat Mug - When: April 26, 2025 - Time: 11 AM - 1 PM - Where: Union Church, Berea, KY - […]

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! *** Every Saturday at 10:00am this summer, FOC staff and Berea College students will be ready to hike with you! The group that attends […]

SAT, APR 26 at 3PM. FREE Admission: The Spirituals in Motion Song Creation Workshop with Sistah LaLa invites participants to engage in Lyric Writing and Arrangement of Traditional Negro Spirituals to create new work. This activity is perfect for multigenerational groups and looks to inspire creativity, merge history with the voices of today. This workshop is designed […]

Family and friends will gather on Saturday April 26, 2025, to celebrate the 3/4 Century+1 Birthday Recognition for Jim Embry. Feel at ease to come Saturday for as long as you can or to just drive by and say hello…or drop by Sunday anytime to say hello. What to bring: 1) Let’s all contribute to a […]

Step into a world of wonder at The Taleless Dog Bookstore with our Live Butterfly Exhibit! Experience the magic of these beautiful creatures up close as we showcase a variety of live butterflies in a specially curated environment.Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with nature in a whole new way—perfect for a family outing […]

It's time again for a bike party by the creek and this time, you're invited too! Ready to shred, send it, and show off your best tricks? The Creekside Bike Bash is here, and it’s gonna be a full-on bike party! If you’ve got a bike and a passion for two wheels, get yourself to […]

Local authors Wes Browne and Rick Childers gather on the patio at the Apollo Pizza Old Town Taproom in Berea, KY for discussion, reading, Q&A, book sale and signing. They will be sharing from and discussing their new books They All Fall the Same and Turkeyfoot. This event is free and open to the public. […]

Come and join us for our annual Legacy Prom event. This year we will have appetizers and desserts, a professional photographer and lots and lots of music and fun! This event is for Madison County and surrounding area homeschool kids. There is a dress code and code of conduct that must be agreed to. Please […]

Craft and Vendor Fair!

We are READY for all the RODEOS this year!! Another amazing event that we get to be apart of this May!! Pre-sale tickets are on sale NOW! Head on over to their website and get yours today! See y’all there!! 

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 surfacesCommemorative race T-shirts (While supplies last)Free race photosAwards […]

Start your morning with great coffee and even better company at our next Coffee & Conversation networking event! Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Location: Just Love Coffee Café 636 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY 40403 Sponsored by: Just Love Coffee Café This is the perfect opportunity to connect with local […]

Tired of Facebook groups and Dating Apps when trying to meet new friends, neighbors, or love interests? Rebel Rebel Studio & Lounge has you covered!! Join us Tuesday, May 6th for Sip & Spark: A Casual Meeting Space - A Rebel Social! Forge connections, curate experiences, and celebrate the success of putting yourself out there […]

Rebel's MONTHLY Open Mic on the SECOND TUESDAY of each month. Start time 7pm. Spread the word and let's fill the room.

Grow Your Garden, Grow Our Community! The Berea Arts Council is hosting its annual plant sale, a fantastic opportunity to refresh your garden and support the arts in Berea. Donate Your Plants: As you tend to your garden this spring, consider sharing your bounty! We're accepting donations of plants, flowers, bulbs, houseplants, and vegetables. Bring […]

We’re so excited to announce SummerFest is returning this year! Make sure to save the date for Berea's newest outdoor festival, coming up on Saturday May 17th!!  We'll have plenty of activities to try and lots of ideas for a whole summer of fun. Enjoy live music, hands-on demos and pick up info about all […]

 A Royal Afternoon Awaits!  Get ready for an afternoon of magic, tea, and tiaras!  J Join us at Historic Boone Tavern on Sunday, May 18th, 2025, from 2-4 PM for a Princess Garden Tea Party in partnership with Gleam and Glow Princess Services! Bring your little princes and princesses for a whimsical tea party experience filled […]

Come get your fresh farm-raised tunes! 3 Men & A Banjo is bringing its Appalachian swing sound back to the Market!

Join us for the second annual Summer Solstice Festival this summer. The front lawn will be filled with vendors and we will have kids activities, food trucks, free parking, music, and shuttle service. Be sure to stop in Berea on June 7th and celebrate L&N Day and the Summer Solstice Craft Festival with us as […]

We are so excited to announce our 2025 Summer Intensive! Join us this summer at Spotlight Acting School for ‘Singin’ in the Rain Jr.’! Open to ages 13-18, this program will provide students with immersive experiences in singing, acting, and dancing, offering interactive workshops and production experience.From June 9th to June 19th, students will work […]

Over 110 artists from all over the United States will be on site with their work and providing demonstrations. Friday, July 11, 10:00am – 6:00pmSaturday, July 12, 10:00am – 6:00pmSunday, July 13, 10:00am – 5:00pm INDIAN FORT THEATER– 3 MILES east from downtown Berea, 40 miles south of Lexington. Just off I-75, exits 76 & […]

Over 110 artists from all over the United States will be on site with their work and providing demonstrations. Friday, July 11, 10:00am – 6:00pmSaturday, July 12, 10:00am – 6:00pmSunday, July 13, 10:00am – 5:00pm INDIAN FORT THEATER– 3 MILES east from downtown Berea, 40 miles south of Lexington. Just off I-75, exits 76 & […]

Over 110 artists from all over the United States will be on site with their work and providing demonstrations. Friday, July 11, 10:00am – 6:00pmSaturday, July 12, 10:00am – 6:00pmSunday, July 13, 10:00am – 5:00pm INDIAN FORT THEATER– 3 MILES east from downtown Berea, 40 miles south of Lexington. Just off I-75, exits 76 & […]

Unlock Your Writing Potential at AWC 2025! Are you ready to start, refine, or finally finish that writing project? The Appalachian Writer’s 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 […]

 Official Announcement: Beware of Unofficial Spoonbread Festival Pages!  Hello, Spoonbread Festival fans! We’ve noticed some confusion regarding an unofficial page claiming to represent this year’s event. Please be aware that the ONLY official Spoonbread Festival is hosted by the Berea Chamber of Commerce, and all accurate information will be shared through our official channels. OFFICIAL […]