2008 RoundAbout
Major Events Calendar.
Following is a listing of major festivals and events in our
12-county distribution area. For additional events throughout the year, see our monthly Calendar of Events page.

Carrollton, KY
12-13: Spirits of Butler Paranormal Weekend. Butler-Turpin House hosts a study and investigation of paranormal activity. One night stay at Butler Lodge, Saturday dinner and Sunday brunch included. Certified EVP specialists and instructors. 1-866-462-8853 or (502) 732-4384 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
15-16: Sewing Expo. Sewing enthusiasts gather from Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. Hosted by the Cooperative Extension Services of the University of Kentucky, Kentucky State University and Purdue Eniversity. Classes, seminars, displays. (502) 732-7030.
26: Plapp's "Ohio River Rumble" Pro Outdoor Open Bass Fishing Tournament. Pro fishermen compete on the Ohio River from Point Park. 1-800-325-4290 or (859) 647-1234 or visit: www.carrolltourism.com or www.plapps.com.
TBA: Native America Pow Wow. A benefit event for the Kentucky Center for Native American Culture and Art, to be built at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. This event features Native American ceremonies and displays and takes place at the park. For information, call Marty Martin at (502) 966-9949 or Bruce Brading at (502) 532-7290.

Friendship, IN
17-20: National Women's Weekend. Inaugural event for women at the National Muzzle Loader Rifle Association's shooting range. Shooting activities, catered dinner. Tickets $10. Call Karen Longstreth at (937) 277-2692 or visit: www.nmlra.org.

Madison, IN
11-12: Annual Indiana "Hot Luck" and Fiery Foods Exhibition. A great gathering of spicy people with hot tastebuds. Weekend event includes Hot Luck, salsa competition, fiery foods exhibition and music. At the Thomas Family Winery, 208 E. Second St., Madison, Ind. 1-800-948-8466.
12-13: Bits & Pieces Quilt Show. Annual event at the Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds, Hwy. 256. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarship program. Sponsored by the Jefferson County Extension Homemakers.

Vernon, IN
TBA: Sassafras Tea Festival & Civil War Living History Festival. Civil War battle re-enactments and encampments on the Courthouse Square. Historical demonstrations and displays. Free. Sponsored by the Jennings County Historical Society. 1-800-928-3667.

Carrollton, KY
10-11: Pioneer Power Club's Annual Antique Tractor Show. On Highland Avenue featuring dozens of antique machines. Free. 1-800-325-4290 or visit: www.carrolltontourism.com.
9-11: Kentucky Scottish Weekend. Annual event at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. Features traditional games, songs and dance, British car show, Border Collies and more. Admission charged. Visit: www.kyscottishweekend.org.
10: Demolition Derby Spring Bash. Sixth annual event at the Carroll County Fairgrounds. (502) 732-5924 or (502) 732-0699.
17: Heritage Saturday. Demonstrations of heritage skills such as spinning, basket weaving, wine making and lye soap making at the Historic Masterson House, Hwy. 42 east of Carrollton. Tours available of the house (circa 1790). 1-800-425-4290 or visit: www.carrolltontourism.com.

Madison, IN
10-11 & 17-18: Madison in Bloom. Tour private homes and gardens. Sponsored by the Jefferson County Historical Society. Tickets $8 in advance; $10 after April 25. Children under 12 are free. (812) 265-2335 or visit: www.jcohs.org.
16-17: Ohio River Valley Folk Festival. A celebration of the area's folk heritage with music, storytelling and displays. Featuring music headliners The Duhks & Todd Snider. Plus traditional foods, microbeer and wine. Wristbands $20 and include $10 in food coupons if purchased before May 1. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. 1-800-559-2956 or visit: www.ohiorivervalleyfolkfestival.com.
24: CAM River Run Car Show. Eleventh annual car show on Vaughn Drive along the Madison riverfront. Food vendors, car judging, music, drawings. Free to spectators. (812) 265-3620.
23-25: Spring Old Court Days. Antique and craft market held around the Jefferson County Courthouse and Second Street parking lot. 9-6 each day. Free. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Madison. (812) 273-6226.

Napoleon, IN
3-4: Napoleon Civil War Encampment & Living History Weekend. Re-enactments, Fancy Dress Ball and ladies tea are part of this event. Also tour the Historic Central House and the Elias Conwell House. Admission charged. 10 a.m. - 5 Saturday; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday. (812) 852-1780.

Seymour, IN
TBA: Wings Over Muscatatuck Migratory Bird Festival. At Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge. 1-888-522-4352 or visit: http://www.fws.gov/midwest/muscatatuck.
17-20: U.S. 50 Nationwide Yard Sale. 1-888-524-1914.

Sparta, KY
10: ARCA RE/MAX Series' "Buckle Up Kentucky 150." 8 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. Preceded by the ARCA Lincoln Welders' "The Kentucky 100" race at 6 p.m. For race and ticket information, call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.kentuckyspeedway.com.

Carrollton, KY
28: Kentucky Kruizers Car Show and Fireworks. 1950s & '60s music, concessions, inclatable games, food venders and fireworks for the whole family at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. (502) 732-4384 Ext. 2412 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
28: American Roots Music Concert Series. Enjoy a variety of live music at the Butler-Turpin State Historic Site, featuring wine tasting from River Valley Winery. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.

Friendship, IN
14-22: Flea Market & National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association Shoot. 1-888-747-5394. Contact NMLRA's John Miller at P.O. Box 67, Friendship, IN 47021. (812) 667-5131. Visit: www.nmlra.org.

La Grange, KY
6-7: Arts on the Green. Annual juried art show sponsored by the Oldham County Arts Association. On the Oldham County Courthouse lawn. Free to spectators. Music and food included. (502) 241-1006 or visit: www.oldhamcountyarts.com.

Madison, IN
21-22: Lanier Days Local Heritage Festival. Activites include Civil War encampment, storytellers, Victorian Tea, children's crafts, talks by local historians and concerts. Children $3; adults with children are free. Adults without children are $3. (812) 273-05565 or visit: www.in.gov/ism/historicsites.
28: Cincinnati Brass Band Picnic in the Park concert. Free event at John Paul Park. Picnic at 6 p.m. Concert at 7 p.m. 1-800-559-2956.
13: Music in the Park. Summer concert series at the Broadway Fountain and sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. Free. 7 p.m. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. (812) 265-3270 or visit: www.madisonmainstreet.org.

Osgood, IN
27-29: Dearborn-Ripley F.A.R.M. Club Antique Tractor Show. Swap Meet, flea market, antique tractor display, craft show, Midwest Farm Toy Show and tractor pulls. Camping available. At the Ripley County Fairgrounds. Contact Chuck Heck at (812) 926-3654.

Sparta, KY
TBA: "Frank Kimmel Enduro Invitational." 8 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. Four-tim ARCA RE/MAX Series champion Kimmel created the 100-lap, 15-mile format to provide the best local street stock drivers with the chance to compete at the Kentucky Speedway. Nearly 200 drivers expected in this inaugural event. For race and ticket information, call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.kentuckyspeedway.com.
TBA: Clearchannel Cincinnati "Fanfest." Practice sessions, autograph sessions, live music and interactive displays with NASCAR Busch Series drivers. Time TBA at the Kentucky Speedway.
14: NASCAR Busch Series' "Meijer 300 Presented by Oreo." 8:30 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. Featuring a pre-race concert by legendary rock guitarist Peter Frampton. For race and ticket information, call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.kentuckyspeedway.com.

Vernon, IN
TBA: Railroad Days. County wide celebration of train history. 1-800-928-3667.

Buckner, KY
4: Oldham County Freedom Celebration. Fireworks, food and fun at the Wendell Moore County Park. Free.

Carrollton, KY
18-19: Bluegrass Festival. Fourth annual event at Point Park. 1-800-325-4290 or visit: www.carrolltontourism.com.
TBA: Bike Butler Triathlon. Xterra Point Series Off-Road Triathlon event at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. (502) 484-2998 or visit: www.bikebutler.com.
26: American Roots Music Concert Series. Enjoy a variety of live music at the Butler-Turpin State Historic Site, featuring wine tasting from River Valley Winery. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.

Friendship, IN
19-20: National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association's Youth Shoot. Contact NMLRA's Scott Mings at nmlrayouth@seidata.com. Or visit: www.nmlra.org.

Gallatin, KY
TBA: The City of Warsaw River Days Festival. 24th annual event featuring live bands each night along with food and craft booths, free moon bounces and similar items for the kids courtesy of Gallatin Steel. Fireworks on July 3 co-sponsored by the Kentucky Speedway and our local business people. (859) 567-5900

La Grange, KY
19: Oldham County Day. Annual community wide celebration featuring a 10:30 a.,. parade, food, live music and many nonprofit and commercial exhibitor booths around the Courthouse Square. Sponsored by The Project Guild.

Madison, IN
June 30 - July 6: Madison Regatta. Unlimited hydroplane boat races, plus vintage craft boat races on the Ohio River. Festival includes parade at 6 p.m. Friday; 10K race on Saturday; beauty pageant; firemen's waterball fight; bed races on Main Street; battle of the bands contest on Thursday; weekend air show, fireworks at 10 p.m. Saturday on the river; live entertainment nightly on the riverbank. (812) 265-5000 or 1-800-559-2956 or visit: www.madisonregatta.com.
11: Music in the Park. Summer concert series at the Broadway Fountain and sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. Free. 7 p.m. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. (812) 265-3270 or visit: www.madisonmainstreet.org.

Sparta, KY
18: ARCA RE/MAX Series' "Channel 5-150." 8 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. For race and ticket information, call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.kentuckyspeedway.com.
19: NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series' "The Built Ford Tough 225 Presented by the Greater Cincinnati Ford Dealers." 8 p.m. at the Kentucky Speedway. For race and ticket information, call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.kentuckyspeedway.com.

Brownsboro, KY
TBA: Brownsboro Day Festival. Day-long event featuring music, food and tours. Free.

Carrollton, KY
23: 24th Point Park River Run. Exhibition of high-performance boats on the Ohio River. 1-800-325-4290 or visit: www.carrolltontourism.com.
TBA: Bike Butler's "Mud, Sweat & Gears International Clydesdale Championship. Mountain biking at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. (502) 484-2998 or visit: www.bikebutler.com.
23: American Roots Music Concert Series. Enjoy a variety of live music at the Butler-Turpin State Historic Site, featuring wine tasting from River Valley Winery. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
24: Toy Train, Radio Control & Diecast Hobby Swap Meet & Show. Free. At Gen. Butler State Resort Park's Conference Center. Vendors welcome. 1-800-325-4290 or (502) 732-5414.
30: Golderod Gala. Arts and crafts festival at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. Music, food and more. Vending space available. (502) 732-0923.

Friendship, IN
TBA: National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association's "Lore of the Laughery." Primitive camping demonstrations and historical re-enactments and a Trade Fair. Contact NMLRA's Leslie Martin Dotson at nmlraevents@seidata.com. Or visit: www.nmlra.org.

Madison, IN
8: Music in the Park. Summer concert series at the Broadway Fountain and sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. Free. 7 p.m. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. (812) 265-3270 or visit: www.madisonmainstreet.org.
15-16: Madison Ribberfest. Sixth annual event on the Madison riverfront featuring blues bands, amateur and professional barbecue cooking contests, balloon races and children's activity area. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Tickets available by calling (812) 265-2956 or 1-800-559-2956, or visit: www.madisonribberfest.com.
29-30: Prince of Peace Schools Community Festival. Public welcome. Midway games, rides for youth, raffle for a 2004 Jeep Wrangler, contests, teen dance at 9 p.m. Saturday for $2. Music, dance, beer garden, casino and games of chance for adults. Family dinners served Friday and Saturday night. Hours: 5 p.m.-midnight Friday; 3 p.m.-midnight Saturday. On the Pope John/Shawe school grounds, 221 W. State St. (812) 273-5835.
30-31: Neavill's Grove "Old Settlers Meeting." Annual event in Deputy featuring antique farm machinery, arts and crafts, flea market, entertainment, food, games and contests. Free. Sponsored by the Neavill's Grove Association. (812) 273-3807.

Sparta, KY
8: Indy Racing League's "Fanfest." Pole day and practice sessions, qualifying, autograph sessions with IndyCar and IndyPro Series drivers, live music and interactive displays at the Kentucky Speedway. Time TBA.
9: Indy Racing League IndyCar Series' "The Kentucky Indy 300"(6:30 p.m.) and the IndyPro Series' "The Kentucky 100" (9 p.m.). For race and ticket information, call 1-888-652-RACE or visit: www.kentuckyspeedway.com.

Vevay, IN
21-24: Swiss Wine Festival. Celebration of Swiss heritage featuring ethnic food, live entertainment, parade, grape stomping, contests, amusement rides, arts and crafts, wine tasting and beer gardens. 1-800-HELLO-VV or visit: www.swisswinefestival.org.

Warsaw, KY
TBA: Gallatin County's Thunder on the Ohio River. ChampBoat Racing is the most exciting sport on the water. For more info visit www.warsawthunder.com, email info@warsawthunder.com or call (888) 293-4341 or visit www.gallatincountyky.com.

Westport, KY
TBA: Native American Festival. Traditional Native American ceremonies and performances and displays at the Westport City Park.

Bedford, KY
13-14: Trimble County Apple Festival. Held on the Trimble County Courthouse Square from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday and noon - 5 p.m. Sunday. Featuring apple pie judging, children's activities, arts and crafts, antiques & collectibles, quilt exhibit & raffle, car & antique tractor show, and food. Live entertainment and food court. (502) 255-7591 or visit: www.trimblecounty.com.

Canaan, IN
12-14: Fall Festival and Pony Express Mail Run. Village flea market, crafts, food, music, parade, contests. Free. (812) 839-4770 or (812) 839-4101..

Carrollton, KY
5-6: Blues to the Point. A two-day music festival at Carrollton's Point Park on the riverfront. Camping available. Concessions. Bring lawn chair or blankets. For tickets and information, call (502) 732-6960 or visit: www.bluestothepoint.net.
12-14: Derby City Mustang Club of Louisville. Gen. Butler State park. Ford Mustangs from past and present. Annual event. www.derbycitymustangclub.com.
TBA: Bike Butler Kentucky Open. Annual mountain bike race at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. (502) 484-2998 or visit: www.bikebutler.com.
20: American Roots Music Concert Series. Enjoy a variety of live music at the Butler-Turpin State Historic Site, featuring wine tasting from River Valley Winery. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
20: Heritage Saturday. Demonstrations of heritage skills such as spinning, basket weaving, wine making and lye soap making at the Historic Masterson House, Hwy. 42 east of Carrollton. Tours available of the house (circa 1790). 1-800-425-4290 or visit: www.carrolltontourism.com.
25-27: Two Rivers Tobacco Festival. Carrollton courthouse square. Amusement rides, arts, crafts, flea market, parade, food vendors. 1-800-325-4290.
27-28: Spirits of Butler Paranormal Weekend. Butler-Turpin House hosts a study and investigation of paranormal activity. One night stay at Butler Lodge, Saturday dinner and Sunday brunch included. Certified EVP specialists and instructors. 1-866-462-8853 or (502) 732-4384 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.

Friendship, IN
13-21: Friendship Flea Market & National Muzzle Loading Rifle Assocation Fall Shoot. Downtown flea market throughout town. (859) 356-7114 or www.ripleycountytourism.com. Contact NMLRA's John Miller at P.O. Box 67, Friendship, IN 47021. (812) 667-5131. Visit: www.nmlra.org.

Madison, IN
5: "Cash in the Attic." Third annual event at Lanier-Madison Visitors Center, 601 W. First St. Featuring appriaser Tim Luke of HDTV. Tickets $10. Program includes an auction of donated items. 7 p.m. Luke returns on Sept. 8 to appraise tems brought in by the public. Fee is $10 per item, limit four items per person. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (812) 273-0556.
6-7: 141st Chelsea Jubilee. Saluda Park, Chelsea. Indiana's oldest festival includes music, rides, swine rodeo, food & flea market. Sponsored by Chelsea Park Jubilee Association. 5-11 p.m. Friday; noon-11 p.m. Saturday. Free. (812) 889-2726.
12: Music in the Park. Summer concert series at the Broadway Fountain and sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. Free. 7 p.m. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. (812) 265-3270 or visit: www.madisonmainstreet.org.
13: Hispanic Cultural Day. Entertainment, food, crafts and information centering around the Spanish culture. 4-9 p.m. Broadway Fountain in downtown Madison (Brown Gymnasium, if rain). Free. Call Shirley Kloepfer at (812) 273-4350.
13: The Great Event. Annual community welcome day for local residents and incominh Hanover College freshmen. Exhibitor booths, games, music at the riverfront. Sponsored by the City of Madison and Hanover College. Free. (812) 265-8300.
24-28: Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale. Sponsored by Madison/Jefferson County Public Library located at 420 W. Main St. Includes paperbacks, hard covers, videos and books on tape. (812) 265-2744.
26-28: Fall Old Court Days. Outdoor antique and craft market held around the Jefferson County Courthouse at Main and Jefferson Sts. Free. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Madison. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. each day. (812) 273-6226.
27-28: Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art. Enjoy Southern Indiana's premier open-air juried fine arts and fine crafts show featuring artists and craftspeople from across the nation. 10-5 each day. Riverfront foodfest, outdoor and evening entertainment and children's activity tent. Free. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. (812) 265-2956 or 1-800-559-2956 or visit: www.madisonchautauqua.com.

Prospect, KY
TBA: Prospect Arts & Crafts Fair. Sponsored by the North Oldham Lions Club. Call Alan Simon at (502) 228-4161.

Scottsburg, IN
TBA: Scott County Courtfest. Fall festival around Scottsburg's courthouse square. Features live music and activities plus arts, crafts, food vendors and demonstrations. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday. Sponsored by Scott County Tourism Commission and Scott County Arts Council. Free admission. (812) 752-4080 or (812) 752-9211 or visit: www.greatscottindiana.org.
TBA: Kentuckiana Ultralite Fly In. Sponsored by Scott County Visitors Commission. Airplanes and ultralights will fly in to the Scottsburg Airport on Lake Road. Bring your own lawn chair. Food concessions available. Activities begin at 7 a.m. (812) 752-6631.

Versailles, IN
24-27: Annual Versailles Pumpkin Show. Courthouse Square. Sponsored by the Versailles Lions Club and Tri-Kappa Sorority. Call (812) 689-5423.

Vernon, IN
TBA: Labor Day Antique & Vintage Collectibles Market. Courthouse Square. Visit: www.jenningsco.org.

Carrollton, KY
18: American Roots Music Concert Series. Enjoy a variety of live music at the Butler-Turpin State Historic Site, featuring wine tasting from River Valley Winery. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
24-25: Tales From the Butler Ghosts. The Butler-Turpin House hosts ghostly tales of legends and folklore performed by period thespians, who set the stage for the mysterious "Haunted Butler Mansion." Begins at dusk. Tickets $4 per person. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
31-Nov. 2: Halloween Family Weekend. Gen. Butler State Resort Park hosts the haunted train ride and goulish miniature golf and other scarry events. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.

Commiskey, IN
TBA: Commiskey Fall Festival. 1-800-928-3667.

Crestwood, KY
TBA: Crestwood Fall Arts & Crafts Fair. Artists, crafters, food and entertainment plus a parade in downtown Crestwood. (502) 241-2323.

Madison, IN
4: Madison Aviation Spectacular. Air show, displays and tours at the Madison Municipal Airport. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (812) 273-1914 or visit: www.airport.madison.in.us.
11: Soup, Stew, Chili & Brew. Annual community event on Main Street featuring food contests and live music. Sponsored by the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce. (812) 265-3135 or visit: www.madisonchamber.org.
10-12: Tri-Kappa Tour of Homes.
25: Spooky Mansion. Family event featuring ghost stories, creepy crafts, tour of decorated mansion basement and light refreshments. 7-9 p.m. at Lanier Mansion State Historic Site. Tickets $3 per child. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. (812) 273-0556.

Pewee Valley, KY
TBA: Pewee Valley Arts and Crafts Day. More than 100 artists and crafters, entertainment, children's activities, food and drinks. Juried show benefits the Pewee Valley Women's Club Scholarship Fund and St. Aloysius Art Programs. Held in four locations: Pewee Valley Presbyterian Church at 119 Central Ave., St. Aloysius School Campus, the Old P.V. Firehouse and the P.V. Women's Club on Mt. Mercy Drive. (502) 222-4601.

Rising Sun, IN
10-11: Navy Bean Fall Festival. Annual event with crafts, food booths, live music and bean soup and cornbread dinners. Free. 1-888-776-4786 or visit: www.enjoyrisingsun.com.

Seymour, IN
TBA: Annual Seymour Oktoberfest. Enjoy the German heritage of Jackson County. Authentic German fare, music and dances, arts and crafts, flea market, carnival rides, 5K Run/Walk, Biergarten, parade, hot air balloon race, talent show, baby contest, baking contest, quilt exhibit and more. 1-888-524-4020 or visit: www.jcvcb.com.

Versailles, IN
4-5: Versailles State Park Bluegrass Festival. More than 10 regional bluegrass bands perform at Versailles State Park. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission charged. (812) 689-6424 or visit: www.ripleycountytourism.com.

Vevay, IN
4: Sleepy Hollow Fall Celebration. Annual fall celebration in the town of Vevay. (812) 427-3237 or 1-800-HELLO-VV.

Crestwood, KY
TBA: Crestwood Civic Club Holiday Home Tour & Luncheon. Meet at the Civic Club on Kavanaugh Road. Tour from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (502) 241-0231.

La Grange, KY
TBA: Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Annual Fall Festival and Turkey Dinner. At the church, 502 N. Fifth Ave. Festival from 2 - 9:30 p.m.; Dinner served from 4 - 7:30 p.m. Raffles include a $10,000 grand prize, 50/50 Split the Pot, a trip to Kissimmee, FL. and a handmade quilt. Spin wheel booths, Raffle booth, Silent and Live auctions. Texas Hold'em from 7 to midnight; 6 p.m. check in. $100 buy-in, 80% payout. Early signups call (502) 243-3535. www.weareic.org
TBA: Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Christmas Bazaar and Boutique. At the church, 502. N. Fifth Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (502) 222-0671.

Madison, IN
TBA: Business Expo/Small Business Development Center Awards Dinner. Tour commercial booths and sign up for door prizes. Featuring a keynote speaker TBA. Booths open at 5 p.m. Buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. Ticket $35. Held at Clifty Inn. Sponsored by the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce and the Southeastern Indiana SBDC. (812) 265-3135, Ext. 254 or visit: www.madisonchamber.org.
28-30: Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes. Two weekends of tours of public sites and private homes decorated for the holidays. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. 5-9 Friday-Saturday; 4-7 Sunday. Advance tickets $12 adults, $5 children in advance; afterward $15 adults, $5 children. (812) 265-2956 or 1-800-559-2956 or visit: www.nightsbeforechristmas.com.
25: Light Up Madison. Celebration of the season with the annual lighting of the city's Christmas tree on the Courthouse lawn and visits with Santa Claus. Free. Sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. (812) 265-3270.

New Castle, KY
TBA: Annual Extension Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the 4-H Fairgrounds Building, Hwy. 421 between New Castle and Pleasureville. About 25 booths of handcrafted items and holiday gift items. Booth rentals (residents or nonresidents) $12. Lunch provided by senior citizens. Call Maryellen Garrison at (502) 845-2811.
TBA: Light Up New Castle. Annual holiday celebration includes caroling, carriage rides around town and lighting of Christmas tree on Courthouse lawn. Sponsored by New Castle Business Association. 5- 8 p.m. (502) 845-0600.

Rising Sun, IN
TBA: Holiday Winterwalk. Annual celebration in historic downtown Rising Sun, featuring lighting displays, carolers, and carriage rides, extended shopping hours and more. 1-888-776-4786.

Scottsburg, IN
TBA: Courtyard Christmas. More than 700 luminaries, carriage rides, arts and crafts to parades, Santa Claus, children's games & the traditional lighting of lamps around Scottsburg's Courthouse Square. Kelly Neuhauser at (812) 752-4343.

Carrollton, KY
1-31: Festival of Trees. View an array of decorated Christmas trees sponsored by local businesses, churches, schools and clubs at Gen. Butler State Resort Park. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
6: Christmas in the Park. Gen. Butler State Resort Park holds a variety of holiday events, including Breakfast with Santa and a concert at the lodge. 1-866-462-8853 or visit: www.generalbutler.com.
6: A Christmas Carroll. Downtown, lighting the courthouse square, miniature ponies, children's games, story time, horse drawn carriage rides, bake sale, visits with Santa, much more. 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Free. (502) 732-8100 or 1-800-325-4290 or visit: www.carrollcountyky.com.

La Grange, KY
5-6: Light Up La Grange. From 6-10 p.m. in downtown La Grange. Sponsored by the La Grange Business Association. Special shopping promotions, children's activities, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides, refreshments, and window decorations, carol singers. Call Keli Quinn at (502) 269-0126 or visit: www.DiscoverDowntownLagrange.com.

Madison, IN
5-7: Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes. Annual tours of public sites and private homes decorated for the holidays. Sponsored by the Madison Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Advance tickets $12 adults, $5 children in advance; afterward $15 adults, $5 children. 5-9 Friday-Saturday; 4-7 Sunday. (812) 265-2956 or 1-800-559-2956 or visit: www.nightsbeforechristmas.com.
6: Christmas Parade. Parade begins at Main & Mill streets and ends at Main & Jefferson. Begins at 10:30 a.m. free entertainment following the parade at the Brown Gym on Broadway. Includes a visit from Santa Claus with treats for children. Sponsored by Madison Business & Professional Association. (812) 265-2835 or (812) 273-4956.
TBA: "Festival of Christmas Music." A selection of holiday favorites sung at the St. Michael the Archangel Church, 521 E. Third St. Sponsored by Historic Madison Inc. Free but donations accepted. (812) 265-2967 or visit: www.historicmadisoninc.com.
6: "Handel's Messiah." At the St. Michael the Archangel Church, 521 E. Third St. Directed by Hanover College's Mark Hopkins. Sponsored by the Madison-Ohio Valley Arts Council. Tickets at door or the Madison tourism office. (812) 265-2956.

Rising Sun, IN
TBA: Holiday Winter Walk. Tree lighting, visits with Santa, carriage rides and extended shopping hours. 1-888-776-4786 or visit: www.enjoyrisingsun.com.

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