35th Annual W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival

Schedule

Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 pm

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Location

101 N Water St, Henderson, KY | Henderson, KY

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Enjoy one of the nations largest FREE music festivals along the river in Audubon Mill Park in downtown Henderson,KY. This community event offers world-class entertainment, delicious food, and a family- friendly environment for everyone to enjoy!

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101 N Water St, Henderson, KY, United States

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