I'm Bored! Fun Stuff in Random Places. I'm always coming across really cool stuff happening here, there and everywhere. Some of these events I have attended, others I wish I could. They are small town and off the beaten path and major, ticketed events, so there is something for everyone. I select the happenings myself or they are suggested to me by friends. So if you are looking for something different to do or ready to hop in the car for a weekend road trip maybe we have your destination! The list updated constantly so keep an eye out.
Kentucky
June 22-23, 2013 - Shelbyville, KY - Bluegrass, Bikes & Bourbon - "Route Options: 35, 65, & 100 Age Minimum: 12 Enjoy a 2 day cycling adventure with your closest friends through Kentucky's Bourbon Country. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an avid cyclist, every pedal stroke will raise money and will make a difference in the lives of people living with MS. On the first day, participants will choose from three unique routes starting at Gallrein Farms in Shelbyville, KY. We will cycle through the heart of Kentucky’s Bourbon Country and complete our ride at Four Roses Distillery in Lawrenceburg, KY. Participants will stay overnight in Lawrenceburg, KY and will return to Gallrein Farms the second day. Bike MS will take you further than you’ve ever gone before. It’s not the miles that matter - it’s the unforgettable journey. Join us for an event that’s more than a ride - it’s anticipation, camaraderie, personal accomplishment, and the knowledge that you’re changing lives - making every mile that much sweeter."
September 26-29, 2013 - London, KY - World Chicken Festival - "Colonel Harland Sanders, founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, is one of the most highly recognized figures in the world. Laurel County, Kentucky, located in the heart of the beautiful Daniel Boone National Forest, is proud to be the home of the Colonel’s first and original restaurant established in the 1940’s. Lee Cummings, co-founder of Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, also began his career in 1952 with his uncle, Colonel Sanders, in Laurel County.The Annual World Chicken Festival is a tribute to this heritage. We invite you to our international celebration the last full weekend of every September, in beautiful downtown London. All the “egg-citement” and entertainment for four fun filled day makes this one of Kentucky’s largest festivals."
June 21-22, 2013 - Kingsley, MI - The Red Dresser Hens & Friends Barn Sale - "Join The Red Dresser and friends for a 2 day flea market featuring over 20 vendors selling funky junk, vintage furniture, local handmades, APC chalk paint, and all things reclaimed! We will have live music on Friday evening and food will be available. Come and join us for this annual event!"
July 27-28, 2013 - Ypsilanti, MI - 16th Annual Beer Festival - "The Summer Beer Festival features over 600 different beers from more than 65 Michigan craft breweries. Food will be available for purchase inside the festival, and guests will enjoy live music from a variety of Michigan bands.The oldest of the Michigan Brewers Guild's four annual festivals, the Summer Beer Festival takes place rain or shine in the lovely outdoor setting of Ypsilanti's Riverside Park in historic Depot Town."
August 25-27, 2013 - Mackinac Island, MI - The Grand Garden Show - "Celebrate the beauty of flowers while you surround yourself with the rich history of Mackinac Island and Grand Hotel. Listen, learn and relax. Step back in time, and step on to the Grand Island of Mackinac. Join us for a multi-day, hands-on learning experience at one of the most wonderful settings in the country."
- Stacey Hirvela: Spring Meadow Nursery Garden Topics: Hydrangeas Demystified and Shrubs: Flower Powerhouses
- Susan Martin; Walters Gardens Garden Topics: Tips ‘n Tricks for Maximizing Garden Performance and How to Combine Perennials for Late Season WOW!
- Jack Barnwell: Barnwell Landscape and Garden Services Garden Topics: Landscaping and Gardening on Mackinac Island by Horse and Bike and Creating the Mackinac Look
- P. Allen Smith: Gardening Expert and TV Host Garden Topic: A Journey of Colors, Trends and Textures
August 31- September 2, 2013, Hamtramck, MI - Hamtramck Labor Day Festival - Absolutely one of the best Polish Festivals in the country.
Illinois
July 10-14, 2013 - Chicago, IL - Taste of Chicago - "...The nation's premier outdoor food festival showcasing the diversity of Chicago's dining community. The delicious array of food served at Taste of Chicago is complemented by music and exciting activities for the entire family. Every summer since 1980, Chicago's beautiful Grant Park on the city's magnificent lakefront has been home to the world's largest food festival.
July 27, 2013 - Chicago, IL - 2013 BTN Big 10K - "This year’s race will be televised on the Big Ten Network.Dress up in your favorite school colors and compete for your Big Ten team in the 10K race or 5K run/walk. Afterward, kick-off the college football season in style with thousands of Big Ten fans at the ultimate post-race FanFest & Tailgate party! Register early, the 2012 event sold out in only 64 days!"
Ohio
August 2- 4, 2013 - Canton, OH - NFL Enshrinement Festival - ProFootball Hall of Fame
Iowa
August 1-4, 2013 - Davenport, IA - The Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival - "2013 brings another great lineup to The Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival.There will be 15 fantastic jazz bands performing at the three venues throughout the festival. There are multiple special events in addition to the terrific performance schedule. Also demonstrating their jazz proficiency will be members of the Bix Jazz Society Youth Band, carriers of the torch for the next generation."
"Bix Weekend is the Quad-Cities' biggest party of the year, consisting of jazz concerts at various venues, the Quad-City Times Bix 7 road race and a street festival, all in Davenport. The weekend began in 1972 when a group of jazz fans who had organized the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Society the year before hosted a jazz festival in Davenport. The society chose the last weekend in July because of its proximity to the day of Bix's death (Aug. 6). The jazz was shortly joined by a street festival with wonderful smells, sounds and tastes and in 1975 a road race called the Bix 7 fleshed out the weekend. The race is named the Bix 7 for the seven grueling miles it twists and turns through Davenport. ...Today the race typically draws about 15,000 walkers and runners. Olympians Bill Rodgers and Joan Samuelson have boosted the event's image by their presence, ... Niche races have grown up around the Bix 7, including a two-mile "Quick Bix," the Alcoa Jr. Bix for children, the Race for the Jackpot and the Brady Street Sprint." - Quad Cities Times
North Carolina
June 8, 2013 - Hurdle Mills, NC - Farm to Fork Picnic - Great local farmer fresh food and incredible local chefs and restaurant owners collaborate to bring you a picnic with a cause. The proceeds raised go to help farmer training programs.
July 27-28, 2013 - Greensboro, NC - Super Flea Market - "...The Super Flea Market has established itself as the North Carolina Piedmont's premiere variety show. The market boasts a superior group of hundreds of dealers from throughout the Southeast, many of which have been with the show since its inception. As a true variety show, the Super Flea Market abounds with New & Used Merchandise, Collectibles, Antiques, Crafts, Vintage-Costume-Antique-and New Jewelry, Primitives, Home Décor, Glassware, Clothing, Furniture, Steins, Upscale AND Just Plain Stuff. Featuring a friendly staff and knowledgeable dealers the Super Flea Market is a one of a kind one-stop shopping experience. This is not your average flea market!"
October 10-12, 2013 - Chapel Hill, NC - TerraVITA 2013 - "Named one of the “10 Southern Food Festivals You Need to Taste” by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution – will return for a fourth season, thanks to community support. Renowned North Carolina chefs, artisans and makers of top sustainable wines, microbrews, spirits and coffee will unite October 10-12, 2013 for a series of events,including the Grand Tasting on the Green, which will be held at Southern Village in Chapel Hill on Saturday, October 12."
June 8, 2013 - Charleston, SC - Food Truck Rodeo - "Lasso the best in street eats when the Food Truck Rodeo rolls to The Post and Courier! Bring your lawn chair. Friendly pets welcome. Beer and wine available."
October 18-19, 2013 - Charleston, SC - Southern Ground Food and Music Festival - "Presented by LandShark Lager, Zac Brown Band's ultimate sensory experience, the third annual Southern Ground Music & Food Festival in Charleston, takes place at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island."
Tennessee
June 13-16, 2013 - Manchester, TN - Bonnaroo - Lineup includes Paul McCartney, The Lumineers, Mumford and Sons, and a bazillion other acts. "4 of the best days ever. 80,000 happy campers. 700 Acres of Tennessee Nature. 150 epic performances. 10+ stages of music. Several dozen comedians. An escape into Excitement. Music. Art. Discoveries. Trees. Fresh Air. Green Grass. A mini film fest. Friends (Old / New). Adventure. Overwhelming happiness. Hugging a stranger by accident. Sharing and Generosity. Bonnaroovian Dancing. Hyperbolic verbiage. System overload. The perfect bite of ice cream. Sandals. Fallovers. Chirping Birds. Flashing Lights. Food and Drink. Variety. Singing. Laughing. Short shorts. High-Fives. Rocky IV in the cinema tent at 3am. Spicy Pie. Memories. Someone dressed up like Teen Wolf. Holy Cow(!) Moments. Interesting factoids. Egg sandwiches. More music. Adventure. Deep Breaths. Big smiles. This. That. The Other. Hellos and Goodbyes and reminders of all that we have to celebrate and look forward to next year and in the future."
September 27-28, 2013 - Nashville, TN - Southern Ground Music and Food Festival - Presented by LandShark Lager, Zac Brown Band
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