Campbellsville
Around Campbellsville
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Campbellsville
Where bluegrass meets Southern hospitality.
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Welcome to Campbellsville! Enjoy the quiet charm of our courthouse squares and the beauty of Green River Lake. Whether you're here for the fishing or the fairs, you'll find a friendly wave from everyone you meet.
Clubs for Campbellsville
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The room
One room for everyone around Campbellsville. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
Coming up
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Campbellsville. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Campbellsville University Private university with a scenic campus.
- Lindsey Wilson College College in Columbia known for equestrian programs.
- Taylor County Courthouse Historic centerpiece of Campbellsville's square.
- Marion County Courthouse In Lebanon, host to Ham Days festival.
- Adair County Courthouse In Columbia, surrounded by a classic square.
- Green County Courthouse In Greensburg, a small-town landmark.
- Outdoors Fishing on Green River Lake
- Outdoors Hiking at Green River Lake State Park
- With kids Picnics at the courthouse square
- With kids Swimming at the lake beach
- Evenings Live music at local bars
- Evenings Karaoke nights
- Locals love courthouse squares
- Locals love lake marinas
Through the year
- Taylor County Fair summer County fair with rides and livestock.
- Marion County Ham Days September Celebrates country ham with food and music.
- Adair County Fair July Classic county fair in Columbia.
- Green County Fair July Small-town fair in Greensburg.
- Green River Lake fishing tournaments spring-fall Regular bass and catfish tournaments.
Humid subtropical with four distinct seasons. Best: Spring and fall are the best times to be out.
Getaways
- Lexington Horse country and urban amenities.
- Glasgow Gateway to Mammoth Cave.
- Somerset Lake Cumberland recreation.
- Elizabethtown Shopping and dining.
Local flavour
Rooting for University of Kentucky Wildcats (NCAA), Louisville Cardinals (NCAA), Kentucky Wildcats football and basketball, Nashville Predators (NHL) – some locals follow, Cincinnati Reds (MLB) – some locals follow
Eat and drink
- Country ham Salt-cured, smoked ham, a Kentucky staple often served with biscuits.
- Bourbon Kentucky's signature spirit, produced throughout the state.
- Burgoo A thick stew made with meat and vegetables, common at gatherings.
- Spoonbread A cornmeal-based side dish, a Southern classic.
Where people go
- Courthouse squares Historic town centers with local shops and community gatherings.
- Horse farms Rolling pastures with white fences, iconic to the region.
- Tobacco barns Traditional structures once used for curing tobacco, still seen on backroads.
- Small-town main streets Quaint, walkable downtowns with family-owned businesses.
Heritage and traditions
Proud of its tight-knit rural communities, strong faith traditions, and the natural beauty of Green River Lake.
Say it like a local: “fixin' to” — About to do something
Festivals
- Marion County Ham Days September A celebration of country ham with contests, food, and crafts in Lebanon.
Landmarks with a story
- Historic downtown Campbellsville A walkable district with 19th-century storefronts and the courthouse square.
Food traditions
- Country ham biscuits A staple at gatherings and festivals, featuring salty, aged ham on a biscuit.
- Church fish fries Friday night fish fries during Lent, a tradition in many local churches.
Music and arts
- Bluegrass and old-time music Local jam sessions and church singings keep Appalachian string-band traditions alive.
A little history
- 1817 Founded as a crossroads town
- 1906 Home to Campbellsville University, founded as a Baptist school
Rivalries
- University of Kentucky vs. Louisville Cardinals Big in-state college rivalry.
- Game day High school football Friday nights
- Outdoors Fishing for bass and crappie at Green River Lake
- Outdoors Hiking the trails at Green River Lake State Park
A mild Southern accent with Appalachian influences; common phrases include 'y'all' and 'fixin' to.'
Only here
- The phrase 'ham days' actually means a festival, not a sale.
- You can hear roosters crowing in town, not just on farms.
- The courthouse square is the social hub—everyone knows where to find you.
New here? A few tips
- Be ready for hot, humid summers and mild winters; spring and fall are short but lovely.
- Learn to love country ham—it's salty, so pair it with biscuits and red-eye gravy.
- Attend a local church potluck or community dinner to meet people quickly.
- Drive carefully on winding country roads, especially at dusk when deer are active.
- When someone says 'the lake,' they mean Green River Lake—bring a fishing pole.
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Campbellsville, KY. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.