Daniel Boone Festival (since 1948)

The Daniel Boone Festival takes place each year in downtown Barbourville during the first full week of October.  This festival has been an annual event since 1948, and was voted one of the Top 25 Kentucky Downtown Festivals by managers of the Kentucky Main Street Program in February, 2004.  The festival features a parade and a visit from the Cherokee Indians of North Carolina.  A feast is held for the signing of the Cane Treaty between the Indians and Barbourville citizens.  Other attractions include an arts and crafts fair, quilt contests, food booths with wonderful southern-cooked items and homemade candy, a pioneer village, car shows, talent show, entertainment, free concerts featuring well known artists, fishing tournament, and a Long Rifle Shootout--all while the local citizens dress in pioneer clothing!  Please check out other festival information at www.danielboonefestival.com.  You may also call 606-546-4300 or email chamber@barbourville.com for more information.