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 dani@visitberea.com

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 […]

In this course, we’ll dive deeply into the techniques and fundamentals of solid wood furniture making.  We’ll use all the tooling available in the modern home shop and the hand tools that have been used in woodworking forever.  I don’t ascribe much to the concept of being a “hand tool woodworker” or a “power tool […]

Weekly on Mondays. Hosted by 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.

The Berea Arts Council is excited to announce a call for art for the Community Art Show: Appalachia 2025. Our annual community art show has been hosted for OVER A DECADE NOW thanks to your support! This opportunity is open to all artists from Madison and the surrounding Appalachian counties, regardless of their background or […]

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!

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.

Join us for Daytime Playtime every Thursday from 11 AM to 12 PM! Kids ages 12 and under can enjoy the Ninja course, trampolines, and tons of fun with friends. It's the perfect way to get active, make new friends, and burn off some energy! See you there!

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 […]

Location is weather dependent: The Ceremony Point in good weather, The Reception Hall during poor weather. Please check social media in unsure. Join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 7:00 PM for a free, relaxing session designed to help you stretch, unwind, and set the tone for your week. Be sure to bring your own […]

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).