Before Netflix, before radio—even before motion pictures—there was melodrama. With caped villains, valiant heroes, and a call for audience cheers and boos, this theatrical genre swept across America in the 19th century. Today, that same spirit is alive and well in Berea, where The Spotlight Playhouse is reviving a tradition of laughter, suspense, and shared…

Three distinct holiday experiences will transform Berea into a Christmas celebration hub the weekend of December 19-21, offering residents and visitors a variety of ways to enjoy the season. The Berea Arts Council kicks off the weekend with a Christmas concert featuring Liza & A.J. on Friday, December 19, at 7:00 PM. The musical duo…

BEREA — Berea United Methodist Church will host its annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 6, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall at 101 Fee Street. The event features homemade baked goods, handmade crafts, artisan pieces, Christmas decorations, gifts, and the annual favorite “Choose Your Own Dozen Cookie Tables.” Church organizers…

BEREA — First Christian Church is inviting the community to celebrate the Christmas season with a special joint choir concert and an evening of caroling through Berea neighborhoods on December 14. The day begins at 10:00 a.m. with a unique musical collaboration between two of Berea’s historic congregations. The combined choirs of First Christian Church…

BEREA — Berea College will present its annual Celebration of Christmas concert Friday and Saturday evenings at Union Church, marking a significant change for the traditionally ticketed event: this year’s performances are completely free and open to the public. The concerts, featuring Berea College’s instrumental and vocal ensembles, will begin at 7:30 p.m. both nights,…

BEREA — More than 30 small businesses and artisans will gather Friday evening for the first annual Winter Night Market, an indoor holiday shopping event hosted by Berea Creekside Co-op at Berea Friends Meeting House. The market runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, offering handcrafted and curated items in a festive atmosphere…

BEREA — Dancers of all skill levels will gather at Berea College Dec. 5-7 for the fourth annual Appalachian Flatfooting Frolic, a weekend celebration of mountain dance, music, food, and Appalachian culture. The three-day event, hosted by Kentucky dance instructor Carla Gover and flatfoot dance instructor Rebecca Stout, who divides her time between Alabama and…

BEREA — The world-famous Harlem Wizards will face off against Team Madison in a high-energy exhibition game Thursday, Dec. 4, at Madison Southern High School, bringing more than 60 years of basketball entertainment to the local community. The event, a fundraiser for Madison Southern High School cheerleading, promises an evening of trick shots, comedy routines,…

BEREA — The Spotlight Playhouse will present “Little Women: Christmas at the March House,” an original adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved classic, for five performances December 5-13. Written by Chad Hembree and directed by Dana Hendren, the Bluegrass Players production offers audiences an intimate look at the March family on Christmas Eve, as sisters…

BEREA — The Berea Chamber of Commerce will host the 39th Annual Berea Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, bringing festive floats, twinkling lights, and community cheer to downtown Berea. The evening celebration begins with Christmas on Main Street from 3 to 6 p.m., featuring food and craft vendors, live music, street performances, and inflatables…

BEREA, KY – By Wednesday, the week is starting to feel long. The weekend still seems far away, and the to-do list keeps growing. That’s when Boone Tavern opens its doors—and its wine list—for Wine Down Wednesday. Every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., the Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant offers $2 off glasses…

As Veterans Day ceremonies remind us of sacrifice, local and national organizations offer ways to help year-round BEREA, KY — Veterans Day ceremonies across Berea earlier this month honored the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Now, as the holiday season approaches, community members have numerous opportunities to extend…

BEREA, KY – The holiday season officially arrives in Berea on Saturday, November 29, when the Old Town Artisan Village lights up for the annual Mayor’s Merry Mingling and Christmas Tree Lighting. The beloved community tradition, now in its fifth year, brings families together for an evening of campfires, caroling, hot cocoa, marshmallow roasting, and…

31st annual event invites community to honor loved ones during the holiday season RICHMOND, KY — The holidays bring joy and celebration, but for many families, they also bring the profound absence of loved ones who are no longer here. For 31 years, Hospice Care Plus has offered the community a meaningful way to honor…

BEREA, KY – The Berea Art Crawl returns Saturday, November 22, inviting residents and visitors to explore over 20 galleries and businesses across town for a free evening of art, music, and community celebration. Presented by the Berea Arts Council, the event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. and features local art, handmade crafts, live…

BEREA, KY – Berea College’s Homecoming Weekend will fill the air with music this Friday through Sunday, featuring five free musical events showcasing the college’s diverse ensembles and welcoming alumni back to campus. The musical celebration begins Friday evening and continues through Sunday evening, offering performances ranging from Appalachian folk traditions to gospel music, classical…

BEREA, KY – The Spotlight Playhouse presents “Faith, Laughter, and Love: A Christmas Celebration” opening Friday, November 21, offering audiences two complete shows in one evening on select dates through November 30. The Bluegrass Players production features both side-splitting comedy and touching drama, combining “Black and Blue Friday” and “The Gift of the Magi” in…

RICHMOND, KY – Eastern Kentucky University Choirs will present “Deck the Halls!” on Friday evening, offering an evening of traditional and contemporary holiday selections to kick off the holiday season. The annual holiday concert, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on November 21 in the Keen Johnson Ballroom on EKU’s campus, features EKU choral ensembles performing festive…

RICHMOND, KY – Eastern Kentucky University’s Wind Ensemble and Concert Band will present a concert of wind band literature Thursday evening at the EKU Center for the Arts. The performance, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 20, features two of the university’s premier instrumental ensembles under the direction of Dr. Rebekah Daniel, EKU’s Director…

BEREA, KY – The Spotlight Playhouse is transforming into a winter wonderland this holiday season with six distinct Christmas productions spanning mid-November through mid-December. From nostalgic 1940s radio shows to interactive dinner theater mysteries, the diverse lineup offers something for every family’s holiday tradition. The ambitious holiday season kicked off November 14 and continues through…