Autumn Adventures Shine in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky

Fall really shows off in Lawrenceburg—and this town knows how to keep things interesting. Kick things off with the Burgoo Festival, where giant kettles of Kentucky’s favorite stew take center stage. Between the food trucks, live music, and people walking around in sweaters with giant cups of Burgoo, it’s the kind of event that feels like peak October.

The Wildman Triathlon and Wild Folk Music Festival kept the theme going—fitting, since Lawrenceburg is known for having the most Bigfoot sightings in the region. Whether you’re racing at sunrise or swaying to music at sundown, there’s a little wild in everything this time of year. Make a stop at the Wheels of Time Classic Car Cruise-In, where vintage dashboards and polished chrome lined Main Street like a living museum. Best part? You can grab dinner at Serafini, the new American-Italian spot downtown, and watch the whole car show roll by through the big glass windows while you eat.

Before heading out, grab a fall-themed latte from The Burg and a dessert from the newly reopened Heaven’s to Betsy! because balance. If you’re the kind of person who wants crisp weather, good food, and a side of Bigfoot lore—this is your season in Lawrenceburg.