Festival Activities.
— there's something for everyone at Capital Expo
Something for everyone.
From morning races to evening fireworks, Capital Expo packs three full days with activities for every age and interest. Spin on the carnival rides, shop the artisan market, cheer on a singer at Expo Idol, or just grab a funnel cake and enjoy the music. Here’s everything you’ll find at the festival.
Carnival Rides
Thrills for every age — from the carousel to the tilt-a-whirl, rides spinning open all weekend long.
Live Entertainment
Continuous music on the Lakeview Park mainstage with local and regional acts every day of the festival.
Funnel Cake 3K
A festival favorite race with the sweetest finish line in Frankfort. Runners and walkers welcome.
Children's Festival
Hands-on activities, games, and community partners built for our youngest festival-goers and their families.
Classic Car Cruise-In
Chrome, paint, and horsepower — a showcase of vintage rides and the stories behind them.
Cornhole Tournament
Bring your bags, your best toss, and your competitive streak. Open to teams of all skill levels.
Expo Idol
Frankfort’s premier homegrown singing competition — find out who takes the crown this year.
Artisans & Vendors
Primitive woodcrafts, jewelry, pottery, paintings, Kentucky Proud goods, and food for every craving.
Fireworks Show
The grand finale — bring a blanket, look up, and stay for the encore performance.
See the
full schedule.
Plan your weekend with the complete festival schedule — every event, every time, every stage.