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A Rockin’ Adventure Rocking Thunder: Written by Patti Nickell

Those looking for a soft adventure experience that combines scenic beauty, history, bourbon, wildlife viewing and river lore, can begin counting down the days until summer – the beginning of July to be exact. That’s when Rockin Thunder will again pull into its landing spot along the Kentucky River. It will keep rockin’ its two-day…

Savoring Frankfort Bourbon, History, and Sweet Traditions: Written by Julia Koslowsky

Frankfort, KY is a city where tradition thrives. From delicious barrels of Kentucky bourbon to the stories charted in its museums, Frankfort is full to the brim with culture and history that come alive around every corner. Establishments like Rebecca Ruth Candy combine mouth-watering treats with a dash of the past to add extra sweetness…

Pedaling for Potables The Bourbon Blazer: Written by Patti Nickell

Some people will do almost anything for a good cup of coffee or a bourbon cocktail – and that includes pedaling up and down Frankfort’s hills on a 13-person contraption that’s a cross between a bicycle and a trolley car. The Bourbon Blazer Bike has been a fixture on the capital’s streets since April of…

The Frankfort A Bourbon Cocktail for the Capital City: Written by Patti Nickell

Have you ever wondered just how many classic cocktails have been named after cities?  As it turns out, not that many. The Manhattan is obviously the first to come to mind, although technically, it’s named for a borough in a city.  There’s also Singapore (the Sling), Moscow (the Mule), London (the Fog), Los Angeles (the…

Frankfort Fall Written by Julia Koslowsky

Getaway to Frankfort This Fall Fall has almost arrived in Frankfort, and it might just be our favorite season. With fall comes lovely temperate days to explore the city, calm nights to indulge a glass of bourbon on the riverfront, and beautiful colors that cover the Kentucky landscape. Frankfort is full of small-town charm, outdoor…

16 Things to do in Frankfort, Kentucky

1. Visit the Kentucky State Capitol 2. Taste the spirit of Kentucky while you tour the distilleries. 3. Get lost in a book at Poor Richard’s 4. Get some fresh air while hiking or biking at Cove Spring Park! See more places for outdoor adventures here. 5. Miley Cyrus said it best- “I can buy myself flowers”. You can…

Frankfort is Kentucky Distilled Bourbon Week in Frankfort, Kentucky: Written by Patti Nickell

It seems a week doesn’t go by that Frankfort isn’t throwing some kind of party, celebration, festival or special event to entice locals and visitors to experience all the Capital city’s downtown offers. July’s celebration promises to be really special as it celebrates the commonwealth’s gift to the world.  The inaugural Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Week…