Fall festival magic settles over Kentucky in mid-October. The air gets crisp, the leaves turn shades of orange and amber, and the town of Lawrenceburg prepares for its most delicious tradition. This year, from October 16 to 18, 2026, the annual Anderson County Burgoo Festival is back with warm bowls and warm hearts. The historic…
more: Slow-cooked heritage at the Anderson County Burgoo Festival 2026
The air outside has just begun to take on that unmistakable Kentucky chill, but inside, the room is filled with warmth. Close your eyes and listen. It starts with the hum of an acoustic guitar being tuned—a vibration that settles right in your chest. Then comes the clink of ice against crystal, followed by the…
An immersive afternoon at Rising Sons Winery in Lawrenceburg The road out through Anderson County winds, carrying you through the heart of Kentucky’s rolling countryside. Behind you lies a downtown morning—a lunch at Lineage Kitchen & Bar and a quick stop at The Kentucky Bookstore for an author book signing. But as you turn onto…
jYou have tasted our world-class, fine Kentucky bourbons, and explored the historic streets during Stave Fest. Maybe you’ve spent the morning browsing regional history at The Kentucky Bookstore, or dined on the best Reuben sandwich at Heavens to Betsy. But as you settle into the charm of Anderson County, perhaps you are looking for a…
Who woulda thunk that right here in the Heart of Bourbon Country, you could hang with a capybara, spend the night in a caboose, learn to make your own clay pottery, eat the best Reuben sandwich in the state (that’s right, Yelp said so) and still hit one of three distilleries? That’s all right here…
LAWRENCEBURG, Kentucky — Athletes from around the country raced in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, on Sept. 20 for the 2025 USA Triathlon Long Course National Championships, hosted in partnership with Team Kentucky and the Wildman Triathlon Experience. Featuring the Long Course Triathlon, Long Course Duathlon and Long Course Aquabike National Championships, the event challenged athletes on a scenic course through the…
Slow Down, Breathe Deep, and Enjoy Spring & Summer in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky As spring stretches into summer, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky becomes a perfect getaway for anyone craving a slower pace without sacrificing charm or entertainment. Just far enough off the beaten path to feel peaceful, this small town still knows how to throw a good party—and…
It’s that time of the year when travelers think about going over the river and through the woods to visit their relatives in the Bluegrass state for the holidays, and Kentucky Tourism is debuting a campaign promoting travel with friends and loved ones using “Road Snacks” as a vehicle to pay homage to Kentucky’s Bluegrass…
more: Road Snacks Available for Holiday Travelers in the Bluegrass Region
Mary Dowling was a maverick and pioneer in the early days of Anderson County Bourbon making. Her story inspired a whole brand and that label has poured out (see what we did there?) some tremendous small batch bourbons. The newest release is a smooth, grain-forward Winter Wheat and makes the perfect base for a Whiskey…
By Patti Nickel When Zeena Brady talks, you hear the heathered hills of Ireland in her voice. But the Dublin-born Brady is quick to tell you that despite her accent, her heart is only part emerald green. The rest is pure Kentucky Bluegrass. Brady arrived in Lawrenceburg 10 years ago by way of New York…