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April 2020
POSTPONED: On the Road with KET: In Celebration of 25 years of Kentucky Life
Go on the road with KET and celebrity guest host, Dave Shuffett! This exclusive bus tour leaves from the KET studios in Lexington and includes stops at Camp Nelson National Monument and Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill.
Find out more »June 2020
2020 Virtual Summer Celebration
Though we could not celebrate in person this year...the party continued! From June 1-6, we flashed back to favorite Summer Celebration “Greatest Hits” and mixed some awesome playlists for everyone to share. Choice online auction bargains remain through June 19. From all of us at KET—several pictured healthy-at-home—we thank you for participating. Through your combined efforts and the generosity of rock star sponsors who stuck with us this year, our first Virtual Party netted $156,000 in support of KET programs…
Find out more »June 2021
2021 Summer Celebration: I Want My KET Recap
Thank you! Thanks to everyone who joined KET’s 33rd annual Summer Celebration—both in person at Donamire Farm, and online as bidders in the virtual silent auction! The June 12th event brought back the fun—safely—for so many. Some 580 guests made this year’s celebration extra special and helped raise funds for KET’s greatest hits. “I Want My KET” turned back time with totally rad 80s costumes, big hair, an audacious auction, thriller jams by the Jimmy Church Band, even a DeLorean!…
Find out more »August 2021
James Taylor and his All-Star Band with special guest Jackson Browne
KFC Yum! Center, Louisville As a recording and touring artist, James Taylor has touched people with his warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 40 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired. Inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the world-renowned artist has sold more than 100 million albums since he was first signed by The Beatles to their Apple Records label.…
Find out more »October 2021
Joe Bonamassa
For most musicians, opening for blues legend B.B. King would be the pinnacle moment of their career. But for Joe Bonamassa, who shared the stage with King in 1989 when he was all of 12 years old, it was only the start.
Find out more »December 2021
Martinis & Mistletoe 2021
Join us for Martinis & Mistletoe! The Northern Kentucky Regional Board of the Commonwealth Fund for KET presents the 13th annual Martinis & Mistletoe honoring Garren and Susan Colvin, and all healthcare heroes.
Find out more »February 2022
February Fanfare 2022
Make plans to attend "Roaring with KET," a 20s inspired evening to remember at KET's February Fanfare 2022 -- the 23rd annual Louisville Fundraiser.
Find out more »April 2022
Chris Stapleton: Concert for Kentucky
Kentucky-born Chris Stapleton is a multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM Award-winner and one of the country’s most respected and beloved musicians. He returns home in April for the first-ever concert at Kroger Field!
Find out more »May 2022
Small Batch, Big Odds
Whether you’re a casual fan or connoisseur, enjoy tastings along with Bluegrass bites, handicap with a master distiller, and bid often and generously on a collection of vintage bourbons.
Find out more »June 2022
Summer Celebration 2022: Sail the Sea with KET
Sail the Sea with KET's annual Summer Celebration. Rock your cool shades aboard the S.S. KET for high-seas adventure. KET opens a world of discovery and possibility for those on deck and your support helps lift all boats!
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