Master Musicians Festival

Somerset, KY · Music

When: July 16–17, 2027
Where: Festival Field, Somerset Community College, 808 Monticello St · Somerset · KY
Cost: Not confirmed
Status: Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet

A free two day music festival on the Somerset Community College campus that pairs national touring acts with regional songwriters. It grew out of a songwriting workshop in the 1990s into one of southern Kentucky's largest music events. The 2026 lineup was headlined by Trampled by Turtles. (2027 dates approximate.)

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