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08/19/2026

⏰️ Tic Toc ⏰️ Do not let the deadline slip by!

Applications are now being accepted for the Buffalo Trace Festival Pageants. 🎉 Please visit City Hall, Main Street Petersburg for application and to submit payment.
Pageant will be held the morning of October 10, 2026 and participate must be available to attend the festival on October 8th, 9th & 10th.
✨️Miss, ages 15 to 21 years of age. ✨️ Junior/Teen Miss, ages 9 to 14 years of age ✨️ Little Miss, ages 4 to 8 years of age. Age determined by the date of the pageant!

08/13/2026

The Buffalo Trace Festival is excited to announce that Season 19 American Idol Winner and country music star Chayce Beckham will headline the Buffalo Trace Festival stage! 🎤🎶

Joining Beckham for an unforgettable night will be special guest and social media sensation Brandon Davis!

Beckham captured national attention after winning Season 19 of American Idol and has quickly become one of country music’s breakout stars. His platinum-selling hit “23” topped the charts and introduced fans to his powerful vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and Southern rock-country sound.

📅 Saturday, October 10
📍 Buffalo Trace Festival — Petersburg, IN
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION

Get ready for a night you won’t want to miss!

08/12/2026

One of the area’s rising stars and a Buffalo Trace Festival favorite, Conner Loveless takes the stage Saturday, October 10! 🎶

Come enjoy an evening of FREE live entertainment, great food trucks, vendors, and carnival rides for the whole family! 🎡🍔

Don’t miss Conner Loveless at the Buffalo Trace Festival! 🎤

08/11/2026

The Buffalo Trace Festival is proud to announce The Patoka Valley Boys featuring Tony Rothrock and Mike Sumner will take the stage on Saturday, October 10! We are excited to have these extremely talented musicians on the Buffalo Trace Festival stage!

Come out early and enjoy a great evening of FREE live entertainment, food trucks, vendors and carnival rides! 🎡🎶🍔

Bring the family and join us for a great night at the Buffalo Trace Festival!

08/06/2026

The Buffalo Trace Festival is excited to welcome Tennessee Whiskey: A Tribute to Chris Stapleton to the stage on Friday, October 9!

Known as the #1 tribute to Chris Stapleton, Tennessee Whiskey delivers an unforgettable celebration of one of country music's biggest stars. From "Tennessee Whiskey," "Broken Halos," and "Parachute" to "Fire Away" and many more, this high-energy show captures the soulful sound, powerhouse vocals, and incredible musicianship that have made Chris Stapleton one of country music's most celebrated artists.

Bring your friends and family for a night of FREE live entertainment, along with great food, vendors, carnival rides, and more. We can't wait to see you at the Buffalo Trace Festival!

08/05/2026

🎶 Hometown Gold is coming to the Buffalo Trace Festival!

Join us on Friday, October 9, for a great night of FREE live entertainment at the Buffalo Trace Festival. Bring your family and friends, enjoy the food trucks, vendors, and carnival rides,

We'll see you October 9!

08/04/2026

🎶The Buffalo Trace Festival is excited to welcome the very talented Jayla Harris to the stage on Friday, October 9! 🎶

Join us as Jayla kicks off an incredible evening of FREE live entertainment. Enjoy great music, delicious food vendors, carnival rides, and all the fun the Buffalo Trace Festival has to offer.

We look forward to seeing you in downtown Petersburg!

07/31/2026

Applications are now being accepted for the Buffalo Trace Festival Pageants. 🎉 Please visit City Hall, Main Street Petersburg for application and to submit payment.
Pageant will be held the morning of October 10, 2026 and participate must be available to attend the festival on October 8th, 9th & 10th.
✨️Miss, ages 15 to 21 years of age. ✨️ Junior/Teen Miss, ages 9 to 14 years of age ✨️ Little Miss, ages 4 to 8 years of age. Age determined by the date of the pageant!

07/30/2026

🎶 The Buffalo Trace Festival is excited to announce that local favorite American Pie will take the stage on Thursday, October 8, performing all your favorite classic hits!

Join us for an evening of FREE live entertainment along with delicious food trucks, vendors, and all your favorite carnival rides. It's the perfect way to enjoy a fun-filled night at the Buffalo Trace Festival.

We can't wait to see you in Petersburg this October!

07/29/2026

🎉 The Buffalo Trace Festival is excited to kick off on Thursday, October 8!

Join us for an evening of fun featuring the Buffalo Trace Festival parade, carnival rides, food trucks, vendors, and one of Pike County's finest talents—the Pike Central Swing Choir!

Come celebrate the start of an unforgettable festival weekend with great entertainment, delicious food, and fun for the whole family. We can't wait to see you in downtown Petersburg!