Kentucky Elk and Outdoor Fest - Bardstown, KY

Event Start Date: 5/9/2026 9:00 AM

Event End Date: 5/9/2026 4:00 PM

Timezone: EDT

Date: May 9th 9am - 4pm

Location: Kentucky Gun Co. - 401 Glenwood Drive Bardstown, KY 40004

Join us May 9th for the fourth annual KY Elk & Outdoor Festival. This event will feature the LIVE unveiling of all the winners for the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Elk drawing. In addition to the unveiling, this festival will feature a vendor village filled with manufacturers and outfitters from the outdoor industry, food & beer trucks. The event will also include door prizes and raffles of 250+ firearms, Honda UTV’s and ATV’s.

The Kentucky Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers will be located in the vendor village. Stop by to chat about all things regarding public lands and waters, pick up some swag from our merchandise tables, and meet your local Chapter Leaders.

Bring a lawn chair, enjoy some food / beverages, and live music throughout the day. All proceeds from this event will be used to promote and support an introduction to conservation, shooting sports and outdoor recreation for Kentucky’s youth.