BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Lincoln Days Celebration, Inc. - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Lincoln Days Celebration, Inc. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lincolndays.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Lincoln Days Celebration, Inc. 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Tickets can be purchased via cash or check at the Lincoln Museum (66 Lincoln Square). The museum is open daily; call (270) 358-3163 for more information. \n\n\n\nLarry Elliott from the Association of Lincoln Presenters\, will be the guest speaker. Mr. Elliott is serving as the Conference Host for the 2026 Convention of the Association of Lincoln Presenters who will be visiting Hodgenville in April for their annual national gathering. \n\n\n\nThe program will also include the presentation of the Richard Burks Award\, a luncheon menu featuring grilled pork tenderloin\, mashed potatoes and gravy\, green beans\, broccoli casserole\, and dinner roll prepared by The 16th Restaurant with dessert provided by the Lincoln Days Celebration Board and Committee Members. The event is a wonderful opportunity to gather and commemorate the birthday of President Abraham Lincoln. \n\n\n\nOther activities that day include a wreath laying ceremony in downtown Hodgenville at 11:30 a.m. in front of the Presidential statue. Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park will also host a wreath laying ceremony at 10:00 a.m. \n\n\n\nThe public is invited to attend these ceremonies to honor President Lincoln’s 217th birthday. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, email info@lincolndays.org or call Lincoln Days at (270) 358-8710. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/lincoln-birthday-luncheon/ LOCATION:Lincoln Museum Community Room\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FB_ARTWORK-2026-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250820T224658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T173036Z UID:4983-1759672800-1759683600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Railsplitting Competitions DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Magnolia Bank • Logs donated by Williams and Son Logging\, LLC \n\n\n\nThe Railsplitting Tournament is a long-standing tradition of Lincoln Days Celebration and one of the festival’s original events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe host contests at both the professional and amateur level. \n\n\n\nPRIZES\n\n\n\nPrize monies for the Railsplit in the Professional Class this year:1st = $1\,2002nd = $6003rd = $3504th = $2005th = $100 \n\n\n\nAmateurs will be awarded:1st = $4002nd = $2253rd = $200Juniors will be awarded:1st = $2502nd = $1503rd = $100 \n\n\n\nMen Cross-Cut Saw:$25 x 2$20 x 2$15 x 2 \n\n\n\nWomens Cross-Cut Saw:$25 x 2$20 x 2$15 x 2 \n\n\n\nRailsplitting Rules \n\n\n\n\nLincoln Days Celebration\, Inc. Board of Directors will set the guidelines pertaining to all Railsplitting contests held during or sponsored by the festival organization.\n\n\n\nAll rails resulting from these contests will remain the property of Lincoln Days Celebration\, Inc. No rails or logs will be taken from site.  Please leave them stacked in orderly fashion\n\n\n\nThe entry fee for Lincoln Days Railsplitting events will be set by the Lincoln Days Celebration Board of Directors.\n\n\n\nThere will be three (3) Judges for Railsplitting events\, with the Chief Judge named by Lincoln Days Celebration Board of Directors. Each Judge will have copies of the rules.\n\n\n\nJudges will grade and select logs prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the event.\n\n\n\nIf 50% of the splitters declare a log should be rejected\, then it shall be replaced if other logs are available.\n\n\n\nAll logs will be drawn by lot at least one hour before the contest begins.\n\n\n\nAll participants must furnish their own tools.\n\n\n\nAll wedges must have a smooth top and all rough edges must be trimmed.\n\n\n\nAll tools will be inspected by the Judges prior to the contests.  The Judges have the RIGHT TO REJECT ANY UNSAFE TOOL.\n\n\n\nProtective leather footwear will be worn.  No sandals\, tennis or canvas shoes will be allowed.\n\n\n\nAll participants will meet prior to each contest where rules will be explained.\n\n\n\nEach Splitter will receive a copy of the Rules upon signing the entry form\, paying the registration fee\, and signing the Liability Release.\n\n\n\nEach Splitter will sign his name and class in the Bound Register.\n\n\n\nEach Splitter will be timed with an official stopwatch.  Time will be recorded by the Official Time Keepers.\n\n\n\nAll rails will be separated and the heart side turned up before time is called. There must be no “Splinters”.  “Splinters” will be cause for disqualification.\n\n\n\nAll tools and wedges must be removed from the logs or rails before calling time.  Any tool left stuck in the wood will be grounds for disqualification.\n\n\n\nWhen the Splitter finishes his log or calls time\, he must go to the designated area and await the Judges’ decision.\n\n\n\nThe quality of the rails will be left to the discretion of the Judges.  A rail is a portion of the log which shows saw marks on both ends.\n\n\n\nTime and quality will be of equal value in the judging of the rails.\n\n\n\nThe PROFESSIONAL CLASS is any person who signs the register as a Professional Splitter.  He will be bound to this Class henceforth. A Professional Splitter will split eight (8) rails.\n\n\n\nThe AMATEUR CLASS is any person who has never split in the Professional Class.  Amateurs must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. An Amateur Splitter will split eight (8) rails.\n\n\n\nThe JUNIOR CLASS is for any person between the ages of fourteen (14) and eighteen (18).  Proof of age must be shown.  PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST SIGN RELEASE FOR A JUNIOR TO SPLIT. A Junior Splitter will split six (6) rails unless the Judges deem it necessary to split four (4) rails from a half log (this would be due to number of logs available).\n\n\n\nThe decisions of the Judges will be final.\n\n\n\n\nPioneer Games will begin with Mandatory Team Meetings at 9 AM on Saturday.  You are cordially invited to bring a team and participate.  If you’d like information on the Games\, contact Lincoln Days at (270) 358-8710 or email info@lincolndays.org \n\n\n\nGames begin following the Mandatory Team Meetings until 2 PM Parade. Games resume immediately following the parade (approximately 3 PM) \n\n\n\nSunday’s railsplitting events will be held at 2 PM at CreekFront park. \n\n\n\nParking:  A designated area has been set aside for CreekFront participants’ parking. This is adjacent to the field where events are scheduled.  Arrangements are being made to transport tools and equipment to your event site. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/railsplitting-competition/ LOCATION:CreekFront Park\, 250 Tonieville Rd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States CATEGORIES:Lincoln Days 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WEB_RAILSPLIT_CAL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T180648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T125618Z UID:5554-1759669200-1759680000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Quilt Show DESCRIPTION:The annual quilt show continues on Sunday in the historic Hodgenville Christian Church after church services conclude. Participants may remove quilts from the display on Sunday\, October 5\, after 4 PM.  \n\n\n\nQUILT SHOW CLASSES & PRIZES:• Overall Winner People Choice• Overall Youth People Choice \n\n\n\nNew Additions for 2025(Will be given Homemakers ribbons)• Pieced\, Hand quilted• Pieced\, Machine quilted• Heritage• Hand Painted\, Hand Dyed• Hand Applique\, Hand Quilted• Machine Applique\, Machine Quilted• Miscellaneous\, other-than-aboveThank you to LaRue County Extension Homemakers for sponsoring the Quilt Show. \n\n\n\nLincoln Days Quilt Show Entry Form • 2025Download URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/quilt-show-2/ LOCATION:Hodgenville Christian Church\, 100 W Main St.\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748 CATEGORIES:Lincoln Days 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/WEB_QUILT_SHOW_3K0A6173.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LaRue County Extension Office":MAILTO:marla.stillwell@uky.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250805T013008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T125848Z UID:7076-1759667400-1759680000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Bitter Sweet Band DESCRIPTION:Bitter Sweet offers a perfect soundtrack for an outdoor festival\, with dynamic performances\, a blend of soulful ballads and high-energy rock to create an unforgettable live experience. Led by powerful vocals and skilled musicianship\, the band features Erin Gibson on vocals\, James Stroud on guitar and vocals\, Arnold Hurt on bass\, Mark Collins on guitar\, and Chris Collins on drums. \n\n\n\nFollow Bitter Sweet on Facebook. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/bitter-sweet-band/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/472922633_122172905948262734_3177811020571873623_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250826T115623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T134900Z UID:5700-1759662000-1759665600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Community Worship Service DESCRIPTION:Join Brother Blake Durrett and pianist Diana Aubrey on the Main Stage for our annual outdoor Lincoln Days Community Worship Service. \n\n\n\nWe will “pass the hat” and accept tithes to support our local food banks. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/community-worship-service/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/WEB-WORSHIP_SERVICE_Lincoln-Days-2023-121.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T163000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250805T013642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T182715Z UID:7081-1759660200-1759681800@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Vendors Open: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM DESCRIPTION:More than 125 vendors\, featuring original art\, crafts\, fun for kids\, bounce houses\, honey and beekeeping\, woodworking\, food and drink vendors\, outdoor and recreational needs\, apparel\, furniture\, gifts\, home decor\, church outreach….and more! \n\n\n\nView the full list of vendors here. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/vendors-open/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/WEB_3K0A7236.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T183540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T130105Z UID:6807-1759658400-1759680000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Classic and Late Model Car Show DESCRIPTION:Car Registration:  10 am – 1pm EDTJudging begins at 12 Noon\n\n\n\n● Registration $20 cash● Dash Plaques to first 50 participants● Awards for ELITE TOP FIVE classics● Trophies for TOP 25 – 1994 and older● Trophies for TOP 10 – 1995 and newer● Speciality trophies (Veteran’s choice\, Mayor’s pick\, etc)● 50/50 drawing● DJ and Music● Door Prizes● Food Trucks● T-Shirt sales \n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Call (270) 734-0257 \n\n\n\nHosted by the GoodTime Cruisers Car Club \n\n\n\n\n\nMay Cancel if Rain URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/car-show/ LOCATION:CreekFront Park\, 250 Tonieville Rd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Lincoln-Days-Car-Show-Flyer-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T103000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250821T175914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T130152Z UID:6075-1759651200-1759660200@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Pancake & Sausage Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Support the Hodgenville Christian Church at this delicious pancake and sausage breakfast. \n\n\n\nBreakfast will be served at the Christian Church Annex (at the corner between the church and The Sweet Shoppe). URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/pancake-sausage-breakfast/ LOCATION:Hodgenville Christian Church\, 100 W Main St.\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PROMO-pancakes-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T203000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T185223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T121829Z UID:5573-1759602600-1759609800@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Perfect Fit Band DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Houchens Insurance Group \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Perfect Fit Band is a Rhythm and Blues band from Campbellsville\, Kentucky. The band not only plays rhythm and blues hits\, they also play a complete array of all types of music from country to classic rock to Motown. The band was formed in 2007. \n\n\n\nPerfect Fit combines soulful singing and a strong beat to some of the most popular music that ever made the charts. The band plays a large array of different types of music for all cultures The Band has opened for the world wide known artist Lenny Williams\, The Deele\, and Rick James Stone City Band. The Perfect Fit Band has also performed at the Kentucky Arts Center in downtown Louisville Ky. The band has also performed at various festivals in the surrounding counties. \n\n\n\nPerfect Fit’s band members consist of:Vocalists – Terrence Bridgewaters\, Hollis Bridgewater\, Dewight Taylor\, and Mardena Compton; Bassist – Chop Bridgewater (Leader and founder); Lead Guitar and Keyboards – Steve Compton; Drums- Jonas Hatcher. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/perfect-fit/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Perfect-Fit-Band-IMG_5758.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T183000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250907T125553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T125556Z UID:7269-1759600800-1759602600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Pioneer Games Awards Presentation DESCRIPTION:Join us for the presentation of awards for this year’s Pioneer Games on the Main Stage. \n\n\n\nPIONEER GAMES PRIZES\n\n\n\n1st = $1\,2002nd = $6003rd = $350\n\n\n\nLearn more about The Pioneer Games. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/pioneer-games-awards-presentation/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PIONEER_GAMES_Lincoln-Days-2024-785-e1757249308393.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T173000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250825T202432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T105840Z UID:5643-1759591800-1759599000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:The Monarchs DESCRIPTION:Presented by Houchens Insurance Group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFormed in the early 60’s\, The Monarchs went on to achieve near mythical status in the Louisville area. \n\n\n\nWith their nationally charted hit “Look Homeward Angel” in 1964\, the band broke onto the national touring scene and the rest\, as they say\, is history. \n\n\n\nThe group has changed members and line-ups throughout the years\, but the musical excellence has always endured\, making the group Louisville’s most sought-after act for oldies and beach party music. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/the-monarchs/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/monarchs-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T192009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T121655Z UID:5052-1759586400-1759590000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Days Parade DESCRIPTION:Rain or shine – the Lincoln Days parade features a wide variety of participants\, floats\, vintage cars\, antique tractors… and more! \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to participate in the parade. \n\n\n\nPlease review the Lincoln Days Parade Application for more information on how to participate. \n\n\n\nDownload Parade ApplicationDownload URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/lincoln-days-parade/ LOCATION:Lincoln Square\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Lincoln-Days-PARADE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T201211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T130429Z UID:5431-1759582800-1759584600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:4-H Ham Auction DESCRIPTION:LaRue County’s 4-H Program will present a live auction of student-cured hams during Lincoln Days. \n\n\n\nThere will be up to 20+ hams for auction. \n\n\n\nLaRue County 4-Hers utilized their own ham house located at the Extension Office. Each participant is allowed to sell one of the two hams they cured. \n\n\n\nThe opening bid will be $35 which covers the cost of that ham. Bids over that amount will go 80 percent to the participant and 20 percent to the country ham project. \n\n\n\nThe 4-Hers will continue the Country Ham project next year and the auction money will help pay their ham fee. \n\n\n\nThe hams will all be on display just before the auction. \n\n\n\nAny questions\, please contact Misty Wilmoth at 270-358-3401. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/4-h-ham-auction/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/WEB_3K0A6642.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LaRue County Extension Office%3A 4-H Program":MAILTO:mwilmoth@uky.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250825T195329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T122304Z UID:5048-1759579200-1759582800@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Ice Cream Eating Contest DESCRIPTION:This year’s contest is OPEN to the first TWELVE contestants.\n\n\n\nMost vanilla pints in a 12 minute time limit. \n\n\n\n$1000 dollar First Prizeand $250 Second place\n\n\n\nCall or Text Patrick Durham at 270-735-3558 to reserve a spot. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/ice-cream-eating-contest/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Ice-Cream-Eating-Contest-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250825T202054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T130515Z UID:4980-1759575600-1759579200@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Mary Todd and Abraham Lincoln Look-Alike Contest DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 4\, 202511 a.m. (ET)\, Main Stagesponsored by Hodgenville Rotary Club\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGreetings\, Abraham & Mary Presenters! \n\n\n\nPlease join us for the 54th annual Lincoln Days Celebration on October 4-5\, 2025 in Hodgenville\, KY\, birthplace of the 16th President. \n\n\n\nYou’re invited to enjoy the heritage and hospitality of our community. Please see all the complimentary activities listed below. \n\n\n\nPre-registration is greatly appreciated for both events. Late registration will begin at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Museum Community Room. Links to registration forms are provided on this page. \n\n\n\nContest Criteria\n\n\n\nMary Todd Lincoln participants will be allowed a maximum of 3 minutes to describe their costume and/or to deliver a portrayal of some event in Mary’s life. Participants will be judged on both authenticity of costume and presentation. \n\n\n\nAbraham Lincoln Look-Alike contestants will be allowed a maximum of 3 minutes to portray/relate a “Lincoln story or speech”. In addition to the short oratory\, Abrahams will also be judged on costume\, physical traits\, and presentation. \n\n\n\nLincoln-Look-Alike-Registration-Form-2025Download\n\n\n\nMary-Todd-Look-Alike-Registration-Form-2025Download\n\n\n\nPrizes\n\n\n\nPrizes for Lincoln Look-Alike are: \n\n\n\n\n1st Place — $125\n\n\n\n2nd Place — $100\n\n\n\n3rd Place — $50\n\n\n\n\nPrizes for Mary Todd Lincoln are:\n\n\n\n\n1st Place — $125\n\n\n\n2nd Place — $100\n\n\n\n3rd Place — $50\n\n\n\n\nLook-Alike Activities for Saturday\, October 4\n\n\n\n\n7:30–9:30 a.m. Complimentary Country Breakfast at the Hodgenville Woman’s Club — for all Lincolns and Mary Todds appearing in costume.\n\n\n\n10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The Lincoln Museum invites all participants to complimentary visits at the Museum — You are also invited to sit and rest\, to visit with each other\, and to “surprise our visitors” with your presence.\n\n\n\n10 a.m. REGISTRATION FOR ALL MARY & ABE COMPETITORS in the Community Room\n\n\n\n11 a.m. *LADIES FIRST* Mary Todd Lincoln Contest followed immediately by Abraham Lincoln Look-Alike Contest. Main Stage on the Square\n\n\n\nNoon–1 p.m. Hospitality Luncheon for Lincoln Presenters at the Hodgenville Woman’s Club. Sponsored by Hodgenville Rotary Club.\n\n\n\n1 p.m. Lineup for Lincoln Days Parade — Traditionally\, participants have appeared in the Parade\, either walking or riding on a float provided by Lincoln Days. The winner of each contest is asked to ride in a special vehicle for the parade.  Parade starts at 2 PM.\n\n\n\n9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park is open\n\n\n\n\nPlease register by September 27\, 2025 if possible\, however\, late entries will be accepted. \n\n\n\nYour hosts for the 2025 Look-Alike Contests are: Hodgenville Rotary Club\, Lincoln Days Celebration and The Lincoln Museum. \n\n\n\nInformation: contact Iris LaRue via e-mail or call  270-358-3163. \n\n\n\nLODGING\n\n\n\nLodging in the area is selling out quickly due to numerous events. Please make your own lodging arrangements. \n\n\n\nPlease consider staying at THE LINCOLN LODGE in Hodgenville.2768 Lincoln Farm Rd\, Hodgenville\, KY 42748Phone: (270) 358-0005 URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/mary-todd-and-abraham-lincoln-look-alike-contest/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WEB_3K0A6433.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T185500 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250918T030325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T131803Z UID:7279-1759572000-1759604100@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Free Shuttle Service: Park and Ride DESCRIPTION:Lincoln Days will provide a free shuttle service to historic downtown Hodgenville on Saturday\, October 4 from 10 a.m. to 6:55 p.m.  \n\n\n\nTwo 15-passenger vans will run continuously between:LaRue County High School (📍map)925 S. Lincoln Blvd.Hodgenville\, KY 42748and the corner of West Main Street and South Walters Avenue (📍map)(near the Post Office) on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 6:55 p.m.\n\n\n\nPassengers will receive tickets for their return trip\, with the final shuttle departing South Walters Avenue at 6:55 p.m.  \n\n\n\nPlease note\, due to the size of the vans\, wheelchair users will need to transfer out of their chairs to ride. Chair must be foldable for transport. \n\n\n\nLincoln Days will also offer limited handicap parking one block from the town square (permit required\, and will be strictly enforced). \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, the rear parking lot of the high school will be closed for Band of Hawks practice and students painting parking space.  \n\n\n\nFestivalgoers are encouraged to use the adjacent LaRue County Middle School parking lots if the front lot of the high school fills up. \n\n\n\nLincoln Days extends our thanks to BlueOval SK for sponsoring this convenient service for festival attendees. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/free-shuttle-service-park-and-ride/ LOCATION:LaRue County High School\, 925 South Lincoln Blvd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1200-x-67531.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250928T232131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T232133Z UID:5204-1759572000-1759597200@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Pioneer Games DESCRIPTION:sponsored by Magnolia Bank\n\n\n\nwith additional support provided by Thomas Farms\, Concrete Coring & Cutting of Louisville\, Lewis Auction\, Carl’s Auto\, Magnolia Grain & Stock Farm and Southern States \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether a bucket brigade competition\, tug-of-war\, or cross-cut sawing competition\, the pioneer games are one of the more unique\, as well as entertaining aspects of Lincoln Days. Most events are based on skills that would have been essential to pioneer living\, and the rest are just plain muddy fun. \n\n\n\nScroll down for team information\, rules and details.Click here to review a list of pioneer games events. \n\n\n\n2025 Pioneer Games\n\n\n\nNOTICE:  10:00 A.M.\, Saturday\, October 4\, 2025–Team Meeting.\n\n\n\nAll Team Captains meet at CreekFront Park.  Team Captains will draw for all team positions and review all game rules. \n\n\n\nThere are ten (10) pioneer game events. \n\n\n\nTeams may consist of eight (8) to twelve (12) members with at least two (2) women per team. \n\n\n\nAll team members must sign Release Forms before games begin. ***Parent/guardian must sign for any participant under age 18. \n\n\n\nPioneer games may be limited to the first eight (8) teams who register and pay their entry fee.  Rules will be available at the Lincoln Days office at 60 Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, Ky  42748. \n\n\n\nThere are no entry fees this year due to festival sponsorships. \n\n\n\nWinning teams will be determined on basis of points earned in the ten (10) events that constitute Pioneer Games.  The team with the most points at the conclusion of the games will receive a cash prize. \n\n\n\nAll awards will be presented at an Awards Ceremony to be held at the conclusion of games on Saturday. \n\n\n\nAll points will be awarded at the sole discretion of the judges. \n\n\n\nAll decisions of the judges will be final. \n\n\n\nCONDUCT: All team members are expected to behave in a responsible manner\, mindful that they are participating in a public event that is very family orientated. There will be NO alcoholic beverages allowed at CreekFront.  No vulgar language or profanity is permitted.  Anyone not following this code of conduct will be asked to leave. \n\n\n\nPARKING: Due to the limited space at CreekFront Park\, there will be no parking allowed. \n\n\n\nThe Pioneer Games Chairperson will direct Team Captains and Team Members as to Parking\, Unloading Equipment\, etc. \n\n\n\nTeams will not be allowed to wear cleats of any kind in any event. PARTICIPANTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO WEAR SHORTS OR TENNIS SHOES DURING ANY COMPETITION. \n\n\n\nAfter a team participates in a strenuous event\, the team will receive a ten minute rest period unless waived by the Team Captain. \n\n\n\nTeams may choose to by-pass an event\, but\, will be penalized ten (10) points for each event by-passed. \n\n\n\nScoring:\n\n\n\n\nFirst Place – 10 Points\n\n\n\nSecond Place – 6  Points\n\n\n\nThird Place – 3  Points\n\n\n\n\n***Each team that participates in the Pioneer Village will receive a ten (10) point Bonus. \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS:  Beginning at 10:00 am on the first Saturday of September with Team Meetings \, the first seven events of the Pioneer Games will be held prior to the Parade (2:00). After The Parade (@ 3:00)\, two-woman rail ride and the remaining three Pioneer Games will be held. \n\n\n\n2025 PIONEER GAMES PRIZES\n\n\n\n1st = $1\,2002nd = $6003rd = $350\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSORED BY \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT LOCATION URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/pioneer-games/ LOCATION:CreekFront Park\, 250 Tonieville Rd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PIONEER-GAMES.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T233202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T171609Z UID:5549-1759572000-1759593600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Quilt Show DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a beautiful display of local quilts in the Hodgenville Christian Church\, the oldest public structure in the historic\, downtown district. \n\n\n\nQUILT SHOW CLASSES & PRIZES:• Overall Winner People Choice• Overall Youth People Choice \n\n\n\nNew Additions for 2025(Will be given Homemakers ribbons)• Pieced\, Hand quilted• Pieced\, Machine quilted• Heritage• Hand Painted\, Hand Dyed• Hand Applique\, Hand Quilted• Machine Applique\, Machine Quilted• Miscellaneous\, other-than-above \n\n\n\nThank you to LaRue County Extension Homemakers for sponsoring the Quilt Show. \n\n\n\nThe Quilt Show is also open on Sunday. \n\n\n\nQuilt Show Registration FormDownload URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/quilt-show/ LOCATION:Hodgenville Christian Church\, 100 W Main St.\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/QUILT_SHOW_1200x630.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LaRue County Extension Office":MAILTO:marla.stillwell@uky.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250805T014411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T123815Z UID:7085-1759570200-1759584600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:The Hack Project DESCRIPTION:Performing on the CreekFront Park Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Hack Project hails from Central Kentucky; an area where different genres of music come together and blend into a sound that encompasses those influences giving us a true sound of Americana. From poignant musings of everyday life\, to dreams past and present\, to dirt roads of love and memories\, they write music that navigate a musical journey that evokes what all those experiences have to offer to our senses. They are truly the epitome of classic Americana.Website: https://thehackproject2.bandzoogle.com/the-hack-project \n\n\n\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091919331678 \n\n\n\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehackproject1974 URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/the-hack-project/ LOCATION:CreekFront Park\, 250 Tonieville Rd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/HACK-PROJECT.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T194705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T124011Z UID:5201-1759568400-1759582800@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Antique Tractor Show DESCRIPTION:Registration begins at 8:30 amCreekFront Park\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe show is being sponsored by Frank Hornback and Roy Hornback. \n\n\n\nTractors will be on display from 9:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at CreekFront Park. \n\n\n\nTractors and farm trucks wishing to participate in the parade will need to register\, starting at 8:30 a.m. that morning. The parade begins at 2 p.m. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/antique-tractor-show/ LOCATION:CreekFront Park\, 250 Tonieville Rd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tractor_show_3K0A6080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T110000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250826T132442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T132444Z UID:5688-1759568400-1759575600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Cookie Baking Contest DESCRIPTION:Cookie Drop-Off at Vibe Coffeebetween 9 am and 9:45 amJudging from 10 am to 11 amWinners announced on Main Stage at 12 Noon\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCategories\n\n\n\n\nYouth (Ages 6-17) \n\n\n\nAdults (Ages 18+)\n\n\n\n\nRules:\n\n\n\n\nSubmit 3-5 baked cookies made with King Arthur Flour using an original recipe.\n\n\n\nExhibitor will be asked to acknowledge that King Arthur Flour was used. Proof not necessary.\n\n\n\nMust submit cookie recipe with entry\, preferably typed.\n\n\n\n\nJudging\n\n\n\nTextureTasteAppearanceCreativity \n\n\n\nAdult Prizes: \n\n\n\n\nFirst place $75 gift card\n\n\n\nSecond place $50 gift card\n\n\n\nThird place $25 gift card\n\n\n\n\nYouth Prizes: \n\n\n\n\nFirst place $40 gift card\n\n\n\nSecond place $25 gift card\n\n\n\nThird place King Arthur Tote Bag\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/cookie-baking-contest/ LOCATION:Vibe Coffee\, 118 N Lincoln Blvd\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/calendar-24-print-flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LaRue County Extension Office":MAILTO:marla.stillwell@uky.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T101500 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250805T015141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T124311Z UID:7091-1759568400-1759572900@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Collins & Keith DESCRIPTION:Based out of Central Kentucky\, Collins & Keith is a fun musical duo with keyboard\, acoustic guitar and vocal harmony\, focusing on an extensive song list of classic rock and classic country music with Keith Vittitow and Brian David Collins. \n\n\n\nFollow Collins & Keith on Facebook. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/collins-keith/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/473610259_10236918895971826_7015886534895428414_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T090000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250825T200616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T124444Z UID:5600-1759565700-1759568400@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Railsplitter Run: 5k and 10k DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we celebrate the birth and birthplace of President Abraham Lincoln! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Lincoln Days Railsplitter 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk\, 5K Run\, and 10K Run take place on Saturday\, October 4th at 8:15 am during the 54th Annual Lincoln Days Celebration in downtown Hodgenville\, Kentucky. You are sure to find this run-through of historic Hodgenville challenging and fun\, and there is a good chance Lincoln will join us that afternoon…..HONEST! \n\n\n\nRace Start Location – Hodgenville Municipal Parking Area \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/railsplitter-run/ LOCATION:Hodgenville Municipal Parking lot behind the Sweet Shoppe\, 100 South Lincoln Blvd\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/RUN_FACEBOOK-EVENT-ART-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250925T235812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T235815Z UID:7503-1759564800-1759680000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Fun for Kids! DESCRIPTION:Activities and events for kids and families at Lincoln Days. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/fun-for-kids/ LOCATION:KY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/1200-x-67529-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250802T015930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T182804Z UID:6951-1759564800-1759608000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Vendors Open: 8 am to 8 pm DESCRIPTION:More than 125 vendors\, featuring original art\, crafts\, fun for kids\, bounce houses\, honey and beekeeping\, woodworking\, food and drink vendors\, outdoor and recreational needs\, apparel\, furniture\, gifts\, home decor\, church outreach….and more! \n\n\n\nView a full listing of festival vendors here. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/vendors-open-8-am-to-8-pm/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Lincoln-Days-2024-654.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T083000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250802T013650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T131143Z UID:6946-1759564800-1759566600@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Opening Ceremony and Eddie Black DESCRIPTION:Wreath laying\, National Anthem\, and music by beloved entertainer Eddie Black URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/opening-ceremony-and-eddie-black/ LOCATION:Main Stage\, Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, KY\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/wreath-laying-opening3K0A5957.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251004T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20240909T221823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T131401Z UID:5198-1759563000-1759570200@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Traditional Country Breakfast DESCRIPTION:The ORIGINAL Lincoln Days event! Featuring country ham\, baked apples\, and all the fixins! \n\n\n\nEat in and carry out options available. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/traditional-country-breakfast/ LOCATION:Woman’s Club of Hodgenville\, 19 Lincoln Square\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TRADITIONAL_COUNTRY_BREAKFAST-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251012T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250921T172054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T162753Z UID:7369-1759478400-1760299200@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Elementary Art Show DESCRIPTION:View the top 32 winners from our county-wide elementary art contest. URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/elementary-art-show/ LOCATION:Sunrise Manor\, 717 N Lincoln Blvd\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/1200-x-67538.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251002T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T115828 CREATED:20250804T211335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T125455Z UID:7017-1759406400-1759428000@lincolndays.org SUMMARY:Quilt Show Drop-Off DESCRIPTION:Download the registration form below and bring with you to participate in the annual Lincoln Days Quilt Show. \n\n\n\nQUILT SHOW CLASSES & PRIZES:• Overall Winner People Choice• Overall Youth People Choice \n\n\n\nNew Additions for 2025(Will be given Homemakers ribbons)• Pieced\, Hand quilted• Pieced\, Machine quilted• Heritage• Hand Painted\, Hand Dyed• Hand Applique\, Hand Quilted• Machine Applique\, Machine Quilted• Miscellaneous\, other-than-above \n\n\n\nLincoln Days Quilt Show Entry Form 2025Download URL:https://lincolndays.org/event/quilt-show-drop-off-2/ LOCATION:Hodgenville Christian Church\, 100 W Main St.\, Hodgenville\, Kentucky\, 42748 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lincolndays.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/quilt_show_dropboff.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LaRue County Extension Office":MAILTO:marla.stillwell@uky.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR