Apples, Arts And Crafts, Whitewater Rafting, Other Great Things

APPLE FESTIVAL
Reid’s Orchard Apple Festival is a unique festival to celebrate the fall season. The festival includes food vendors, carnival rides, arts and crafts, petting zoo, and hayrides. Stop by Owensboro and check out the festival Saturday,Oct. 17, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 18, from 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Visit www.reidorchard.com or call (270) 685-2444 to find out more.

ARTS AND CRAFTS
Begin your holiday shopping as 185 artists and craftsmen display their talents in the annual Bardstown Arts, Crafts and Antique Fair. Choose from wearables, jewelry, pottery, floral, wood items, and antiques. Enjoy delicious Southern foods and musical entertainment. Sat., Oct. 10, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sun., Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. For more information, visit www.bardstowntourism.com or call (800) 638-4877.

WHITEWATER RAFTING
Join in exciting, thrill-packed days of whitewater rafting during the weekends of October. Let the professionals at Russell Fork Whitewater Adventures make your trip a safe and enjoyable one.

For more information, visit www.tourpikecounty.com or call (800) 844-7453.

CHOOSE YOUR FEST!
Kentucky Down Under is a little piece of Australia, right here in Kentucky. See a red kangaroo, learn to play the didgeridoo, or feed a rainbow lorikeet!

Check out Aussie Fest, a celebration of Australian culture, with special events and fun contests for both children and adults alike. Plus, residents of Hardin, Grayson, and LaRue counties receive admission for only $5 per person! Oct. 3-4.

Or at Halloween Fest, Oct. 24–31, choose between regular tours and spooky Halloween tours as well as compete for prizes in special contests.

Visit www.kdu.com or call (270) 786-2634 for more information.