Corn Island Storytelling Festival

Join us for the 2026 Corn Island Storytelling Festival at 3rd Turn Brewing Oldham Gardens in Crestwood, Kentucky, on August 28-29, 2026. This festival, a cherished tradition since 1975, promises two unforgettable evenings celebrating real people and their real stories. Experience an incredible lineup of storytellers, poets, musicians, and historians sharing a rich tapestry of narratives, from Appalachian ghost stories to WWII memories, bourbon history, and original poetry. The event features a variety of activities, including storytelling sessions, live musical performances, the Kentucky Homefront Reunion, and an Artisan & Craft Village. Attendees will enjoy engaging performances on both nights, with emcees “Them Calloways” and Colonel Bob Thompson guiding the festivities. The lineup includes the Hickory Vaught Trio, poets such as Lee Pennington and Ron Whitehead, and storytellers like Josh Gonzalez and Claudine Finn, among others. With laughter, inspiration, and a few surprises in sto

All Ages