Lake Cumberland Life

Explore the scenic beauty and rich heritage of Wayne County and Monticello, Kentucky; we are THE Heart of Lake Cumberland.

09/12/2026

NOTICE:

Due to the annual Poker Run event and high public use, the Lake Cumberland US Army Corps of Engineers in collaboration with Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources has placed a temporary “Idle Speed” zone beginning approximately ½ mile downstream of Jack’s Branch in Harmon Creek.
This temporary Idle Speed zone is in place to help alleviate congestion and aid in boater safety. Also, please be mindful of the permanent “NO SKI” or “NO TOW” zone beginning at the mouth of Harmon Creek.

BOAT SAFE! BOAT SMART! WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKET!

09/05/2026

Monticello Market, Downtown is today, 9/5//26. Visit downtown Monticello, KY from 10-3 to see it all!

09/04/2026

We are so pumped to announce that headlining the 2026 Lake Cumberland Fall Fest will be Craig Morgan!!

-He is a singer, actor, author and soldier.
-He is a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
-He has charted over 25 songs on the Billboard Charts.
-He has over 2.5 billion career streams.

You won't want to miss this performance at the Lake Cumberland Fall Fest on Saturday, October 24th at the Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park. Admission for Fall Fest is FREE!!

09/04/2026

Today and tomorrow at the Aspire Center in Monticello, KY!

09/04/2026

Channel your inner diva this Friday! ✨🎤

From Dolly to Whitney, Reba, Tina, or Cher—pick your favorite legend and own the stage.
Join us for Diva Night Karaoke from 8 PM – 12 AM with great food, cold drinks, and a night full of unforgettable performances.

See you at Lakeside! 💖

09/02/2026

This weekend in Monticello, tradition meets creativity at the 2026 Quilt Show of the Little Mountains!

Come see an incredible collection of quilts, patterns, colors, and craftsmanship presented by the Contented Heart Quilt Guild.

Join us Labor Day weekend at the Aspire Center in Monticello -Friday, September 4th from 9 to 5 and Saturday, September 5th from 9 to 4.

Come get inspired and see why quilting is still very much an art.

08/30/2026

‼️Float Clue‼️

Our annual Quilt Show of the Little Mountains is coming up next weekend at the Aspire Center, so this float drop is stitched together with a little quilt inspiration!

Your clue is hidden in the quilt block pictured below.

The block may not lead you to the exact spot, but if you figure out what it represents, you should find yourself within eyesight of where the float is hidden.

As always, the first person to find the float gets to keep it. Please post a photo and comment FOUND on this post so everyone else knows the hunt is over.

Good luck, and don’t forget to make plans to visit the Quilt Show next weekend!