JUNE 4 · 5 · 6, 2026

LAKEVIEW PARK · FRANKFORT, KY

FREE ADMISSION · ALL THREE DAYS

ARTISANS · LIVE MUSIC · CARNIVAL · FOOD

THE FUNNEL CAKE 3K

SINCE 1973

★ A FRANKFORT TRADITION SINCE 1973

CAPITALEXPOFESTIVAL

three days of free family fun under the Kentucky sun

★ COUNTDOWN ★

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★ ABOUT THE FESTIVAL ★

Frankfort's favorite summer tradition.

Started in 1973, Capital Expo is a festival for the entire family — three days of continuous fun and free entertainment in beautiful Lakeview Park in the heart of Frankfort, Kentucky.

From hand-crafted artisan goods and Kentucky Proud vendors to carnival rides, live entertainment, and the famous Funnel Cake 3K — there’s something here for everyone.

50+
YEARS STRONG
3
DAYS OF FUN
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ATTRACTIONS
FREE
ADMISSION
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100% Free
Admission
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Lakeview Park
Frankfort, KY
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Family-Friendly
All 3 Days
🎵
Continuous
Live Music
50+YEARS
Frankfort Expo
★ What's Happening ★

There's something for everyone.

Artisans & Crafts

Handmade jewelry, woodwork, pottery, paintings, Kentucky Crafted goods

Food & Beverage

Come hungry — every taste, every craving covered

Carnival Rides

Classic fair rides for thrill-seekers of every age

Live Music

Continuous live entertainment across all three days

Cornhole Tournament

Compete for glory at Frankfort's favorite tournament

Funnel Cake 3K

Run a 3K — earn the funnel cake at the finish line

Classic Car Cruise

Stunning classics and customs on full display

Children's Festival

A dedicated zone packed with fun just for the kids

★ THREE-DAY SCHEDULE ★

Plan your visit.

Wednesday

JUNE 3, 2026

5:00 PM - 12:00 AM

OPEN

Carnival Opens Only

Lakeview Park gates open to the public

5:00 PM-8:00 PM

OPEN

Wednesday Only All-You-Can-Ride Wristbands Sold

Purchase Your All-You-Can-Ride Wristbands for Wednesday Only!

Thursday

JUNE 4, 2026

3:00 PM

OPEN

Festival Opens

Lakeview Park gates open to the public

7:30 PM

LIVE

Opening Ceremony

Capital Expo Opening Ceremony

8:00 PM

music

Capital Expo Idol Finals

Idol Finale

12:00 AM

CLOSE

Day One Wrap

See you tomorrow!

Friday

JUNE 5, 2026

3:00 PM

OPEN

Gates Open

Artisan booths & food vendors begin

4:00 PM - 12:00 AM

LIVE

Live Entertainment

Local band on the main stage

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Car Show

Car Show

Classic Car Show

Saturday

JUNE 6, 2026

9:00 AM

RACE

Funnel Cake 3K

Race begins from main entrance

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

KIDS

Children's Festival

Activities For The Little Ones

12:00 PM

OPEN

Full Festival Day

All booths & rides operating

12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Music

Live Entertainment

Main Stage

4:00 PM

LIVE

Cornhole Tournament

Let The Bags Fly! 

10:00 PM

LIVE

Closing Concert & Fireworks

The grand finale

★ LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ★

This year's lineup.

Seven acts across two nights on the Capital Expo mainstage — free with admission, all weekend long. Lineup and set times subject to change; follow us on Facebook for updates.

★ Friday · June 5 ★
4:00 – 5:30 PM

Discocreep

Mainstage Set
6:30 – 8:30 PM

Here For The Party w/ David Harrod

Mainstage Set
9:00 – 11:30 PM

Twist of Fate

Friday Headliner
★ Saturday · June 6 ★
12:00 – 2:30 PM

Stormin' Rockwell

Opening Set
3:00 – 5:30 PM

Barebones

Mainstage Set
6:00 – 8:30 PM

Hicktown Romeo

Mainstage Set
9:00 PM – Midnight

Bill May All-Stars

Pre & Post Fireworks
★ OUR SUPPORTERS ★

A huge thank-you to our 2026 sponsors.

The businesses and individuals who make Capital Expo possible.

Festival Sponsors

🥇 Gold Sponsors

Extended Stave Warehousing LLC

🥈 Silver Sponsor

Kentucky Web Solutions

Event Sponsors

🏃 Funnel Cake 3K Sponsors

★ Title Sponsors
Cedarcrest Properties
Century 21 Commonwealth Real Estate
Frankfort Elks Lodge
🏆 Awards Sponsors
Retro Social
Traditional Bank
Supporting Sponsors
Main Street Barbers
Statewide Mortgage
Undisputed Fitness

🎤 Expo Idol Sponsors

La Fiesta Grande
Miguel's Restaurant
★ PARTICIPATE ★

Join us as a vendor.

Applications are open for the 2026 festival. Secure your spot at one of Frankfort’s most-loved annual events with thousands of attendees over three days.

Arts & Crafts Vendor

Handmade & artisan goods, Kentucky Crafted items

Food & Beverage Vendor

Food trucks, concessions, non-food vendors

Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold, Silver & Bronze tiers available

Entertainment Inquiry

Performers, bands & acts for the main stage

★ GET IN TOUCH ★

Find us at Lakeview Park.