There are a handful of field trips that stand out when you think back on your days in elementary school, and in my case, the Kentucky Wool Festival was the absolute best. Getting to witness all of the classic Kentucky traditional activities such as wood carving and Bluegrass Music as well as getting to enjoy an incredible turkey leg and freshly popped kettle corn made the festival one for the books. Mark your calendars: the 2023 Kentucky Wool Festival is scheduled for October 6-8 and it’s a fall tradition you’ll want to experience.

There’s something special about the community in Pendleton County, and the weekend of The Wool Fest is essentially their Super Bowl.
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If you’ve never experienced the combination of freshly brewed root beer and freshly popped kettle corn, get ready to have your mind blown. While there are plenty of food options to explore and enjoy, this is the tent you will find me at more than likely.
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One of the most special pieces of the festival is the live music. You will hear the history on full display as Bluegrass musicians plan timeless folk songs that tell the story of Kentucky.
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There’s never a bad time to make a new friend, and the animals at The Wool Fest are ready to meet you half way.
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While there is plenty of parking at the festival, you can always park your car in one of the designated lots and hitch a complementary ride with one of the commuting buses.
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It wouldn’t be a proper Falmouth Kentucky event without a nod to the German heritage of the area. You’d be hard-pressed to find something more delicious than a bratwurst fresh from the grill.
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Falmouth, Kentucky is known to be a bit off of the beaten path, but that’s no reason not to pay it a visit. Surrounding the town on all sides are some of the most gorgeous rolling hill views the Bluegrass State has to offer, and I’m certain that in tandem with the magic of the Kentucky Wool Festival will make this trip an annual tradition for you and yours!

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