UPCOMING EVENTS

2008 Calendar of Events

It's Here! Start marking your calendars for all the fun and festive happenings at Mainstrasse Village in 2008.

EVENT CALENDAR

29th AnnualMainStrasse Village Maifest

May 16, 17 and 18

Chosen as one of the Top Ten Festivals in Kentucky for the Spring of 2007 by the Kentucky Tourism Council, and one of the Top Twenty Events for May 2007 by the Southeast Tourism Society, Maifest is based on the German tradition of welcoming the first spring wines. Maifest is the first major festival of the summer for the Tri-State region. The assortment of arts and crafts and German and international foods becomes the main course to attract approximately 150,000 area family members and regional travelers.

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8th Annual Original Goettafest

Enjoy Goetta, music, good times and family fun in MainStrasse Village at the 8th annual Original Goettafest in MainStrasse Village.

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ABOUT US

MainStrasse Village Association was formed in 1979 and is dedicated to improving the image and recognition of the area, by encouraging and assisting businsess and tourism development and contributing to the ongoing beautification of this 19th century German neighborhood. In order to accomplish its goals, MainStrasse Village hosts several festivals each year including Mardi Gras, Maifest, Goettafest, River Raid Renaissance Festival and Oktoberfest. We also host many other smaller events including the First Friday Gallery Hops and special holiday celebrations.

MainStrasse Village is a designated national historic district that is the home of Old World charm and New World fun. We offer a unique variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and entertainment and we pride ourselves on offering a safe environment to visitors and residents alike.