Northern Kentucky Festivals

Festivals are summer in Northern Kentucky

Summer is NKY Festival Season

Church Festivals

Northern Kentucky church festivals are an integral part of the community. Some festivals have a history of dating back more than 100 continuous years. Each festival is organized by an individual parish or church and has a range of activities for everyone. From rock concerts and festival food to carnival-style games and rides, there's something for the entire family to enjoy.

Our church festivals in NKY bring the community together. The festival is about being part of the community and fostering a sense of belonging. The St. Cecilia's Labor Day Festival, for example, is known for its diverse lineup of rock bands, including tribute bands to iconic artists like Journey and Bon Jovi or even better, the actual artists like Night Ranger or Boston.

Other church festivals in NKY include the St. Pius X Parish Festival in Edgewood and the Immaculate Heart of Mary Festival in Burlington. These events take place in the summer, providing a perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and enjoy the warm weather and a great time. Most festivals operate on their own specific weekend and rarely overlap. This sets up an entire summer of fun, food, music, and games.

The Largest and Can't Miss Festivals for the Family

These festivals define the Northern Kentucky Festival Experience

• Mayfest - Covington
• St. Cecilia Labor Day Music Festival
• Riverfest (Labor Day Fireworks)
• Independence 4th of July Celebration
• Oktoberfest

Party in the Park and Community Gatherings

• Fort Wright
• Independence Party in the Park
  • June 12 - Doghouse | Music starts at 7pm

Summer 2025 Festival Line-up

May

• St. Cecilia (Party in the Lot) — May TBA
• See all May Festivals

June

• St. Augustine, Covington — June 7-8
• St. Paul, Florence — June 7-8
• St. Catherine of Siena, Ft. Thomas — June 8
• St. Joseph, Camp Springs — June 8
• St. Therese, Southgate — June 14-15
• Mary Queen of Heaven, Erlanger — June 21-23
• See all June Festivals

July

• Independence 4th of July Celebration
• St. Pius X, Edgewood
• St. Thomas, Ft. Thomas
• See all July Festivals

August

• St. Joseph, Cold Spring
• St. Philip, Melbourne
• St. Bernard Parish, Dayton
• St. Philip, Melbourne
• Holy Cross High School
• Sts. Peter and Paul Picnic
• St. Augustine Parish, Augusta
• See all August Festivals

September

• St. Agnes, Ft. Wright — September TBA
• St. Cecilia Labor Day Music Festival
• Sts. Peter and Paul Octoberfest
• St. Timothy Octoberfest, Union
• St. Agnes Parish
• St. Benedict Parish
• DCCH Center for Children and Families
• See all September Festivals

October

• St. Barbara - Rocktoberfest
• Haunted Halloween Trails
• See all October Festivals