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Oct 16, 2026throughOct 18, 2026Mt. Sterling, KY

Markets & crafts · Festival

Mt. Sterling October Court Days

A downtown trading and shopping tradition with crafts, collectibles and food. Choose this if browsing stalls is the main attraction for your group.

Where: Historic downtown Mt. Sterling, Kentucky
Admission: Admission not confirmed. Vendor purchases and parking may cost extra.
Before you go: Tourism lists street closures from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and accessible parking at City Lot 1 Friday–Sunday. Check the organizer's current access and animal policies.

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For more options, visit Kentucky Tourism's statewide calendar.