With a Farmer’s Market, Weekly Music, and Seasonal Festival, There’s Nothing Like a Summer Weekend in This Kentucky Town

Most visitors to Kentucky will head straight to the big cities like Lexington and Louisville, and there are many good reasons to do so. However, the charm of this state is most evident in its smaller towns, where the pace is slower, there’s a welcoming and friendly community feel, and there's no shortage of things to see and do. Elizabethtown is not on many people’s radar, but a summer small town weekend getaway in Kentucky will undoubtedly put it on yours!

Welcome to Elizabethtown, where you’ll find Kentucky charm, beautiful surroundings, and many things to see and do. It's a wonderful town to visit for a summer getaway in Kentucky.

Elizabethtown is home to the Hardin County Farmers’ Market, which offers a wide selection of fresh and delicious local produce. This wonderful market takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays from April to October and offers locally made baked goods, wines, herbs, flowers, preserves, pickles, and so much more. It even has homegrown Alpaca yarn for knitting amazing creations.

If you’re looking for live music, movies, comedy shows, and other entertainment, the Historic State Theater Complex is an old-fashioned venue offering concerts almost weekly. While the Art Deco exterior may look old-fashioned to some, the interior is gorgeous with modern amenities. It is an excellent live concert venue with modern lighting and a dynamic sound system for a top-notch experience.

Elizabethtown has had an annual seasonal BBQ, Bands & Bikes Festival for several years, bringing together delicious food, live music, and a vast array of cool-looking motorcycles. However, this festival is being replaced with the Heartland Harvest Festival, which returns after an 18-year hiatus. This music festival is scheduled at the end of August, and you should purchase your tickets in advance before they sell out. Some huge artists are performing this year!

Other seasonal festivals include the Heartland Homecoming Parade in August, Cruisin’ The Heartland in July, and Founders Day, which is also in July. Did you know that Elizabethtown shares its birthday on July 4 with the nation? Now, that's something to celebrate!

There’s much more to see and do in charming Elizabethtown, and you’re sure to have a fun-filled summer weekend in Kentucky when you visit. Have you ever visited Elizabethtown before? If so, tell us your favorite things about it by sending a message through our nomination page.

If not, book a stay at one of the town’s fine hotels for a great summer weekend in Kentucky. There are numerous vacation rentals in Elizabethtown as well. For a farm stay, try the two-bedroom Mini Cow Cottage. This family-friendly getaway can accommodate four guests, and you'll be able to see mini Highland cows during your stay! If you prefer a rental along the Bourbon Trail, the charming Old Maple House with its blue exterior is where you'll want to be.

Be sure to go on a summer weekend trip to some more charming small towns in Kentucky. There are so many wonderful places to explore around the state this season.