All special events are subject to change and may be cancelled or postponed by the Kentucky Department of Parks due to unforeseen circumstances. Please confirm event schedule prior to arrival for date, time and fee information, especially if you plan to visit a Kentucky State Park for a specific event. Event details and contact information for all 52 Kentucky State Parks can be found on this website.
KRPS/Barren River Innovative Programming Workshop
1/13/2009 to 1/15/2009
Perfect opportunity for teachers, day camp facilitators and other recreation staff to meet other professionals and learn about the hottest programming ideas to use at your facility. Activities will range from crafts to team building to environmental education. Call the recreation supervisor at 1-800-325-0057 for more information.
Download registration form (pdf file).
Barren River Lake SRP Buffalo Night
2/7/2009
Our chef has cooked up a wonderful buffet of buffalo dishes along with some of your favorite traditional dishes. There will be live music in the Driftwood Restaurante as well as historical presentations in the lobby. Please call the lodge at 1-800-325-0057 for buffet prices on this weekend.
Barren River Lake SRP Honeymooner's Weekend
2/13/2009 to 2/15/2009
Bring your sweetheart to Barren River's Honeymooner's Weekend. This popular weekend is packed with entertainment and surprises. You don't want to miss the ever popular "Not So Newlywed" Game and the fantastic food. Call 1-800-325-0057 for package information.
Nature Watch Weekend - Sandhill Cranes
2/27/2009 to 2/28/2009
Each year, thousands of Sandhill Cranes migrate through the area. Join us along with a wildlife biologist to learn more about these unique birds. Early morning hikes will hopefully reward you with a closeup view of the Sandhill Cranes.
Download flyer (pdf file)
Download Registration (pdf file)
Barren River's Overnight Backpacking/Camping Trip
3/14/2009 to 3/15/2009
Are you wanting to try backpacking (or get back into it) but don't want to purchase all the equipment? We will be practicing Leave No Trace us as we guide you on this overnight outing under the stars. You must pre-register for this event. We provide all the equipment.
Barren River's Overnight Backpacking/Camping Trip
3/28/2009 to 3/29/2009
Are you wanting to try backpacking (or get back into it) but don't want to purchase all the equipment? We will be practicing Leave No Trace us as we guide you on this overnight outing under the stars. You must pre-register for this event. We provide all the equipment.
Barren River Lake SRP Womens Fitness Bootcamp
4/17/2009 to 4/19/2009
Bring your friends to this fun, fit and fabulous bootcamp weekend. We will have a personal trainer on hand to get you going in an exercise program, demos on healthy food options and some R&R as well. Please check with your physician before beginning a fitness program. This will be a weekend of fun to get you started (or help you continue) a healthy lifestyle. For women only.
Barren River's Camper's Appreciation Weekend
4/24/2009 to 4/26/2009
Campers, camp 2 nights for the price of 1. Be sure to join our Nature Fest activities this weekend. We even provide a hamburger and hot dog dinner on Saturday night to registered campers. Call the park at 1-800-325-0057 for more details.
Barren River Lake SRP Nature Fest
4/24/2009 to 4/26/2009
This weekend will be a sampling of everything outdoors. Want to try canoeing, we have it. Want to know more about birding and birdwatching, it's here. This will be a fun family weekend with over 20 different nature related sessions. Bring the family and have a great time. All sessions are free unless noted on the final agenda. Enjoy the weekend in our campground with two nights for the price of one.
Barren River 5K Classic
5/16/2009
Run this challenging course that takes you through the beautiful scenery of the park. Prizes for each division and overall male and female winners. Registration fee includes T-shirt and goodie bag.
Download Informational Brochure.
Download Barren River registration form
Glasgow Highland Games
5/28/2009 to 5/31/2009
Celebration of Scottish culture and heritage. Celtic Rock Band Concert; Lunch with the Chief; Genealogy Seminars; Celtic Fest on the Square; Ceilidh (traditional and Celtic Rock music); Governor's Breakfast; Tartan Ball; Rocking Under the Stars; Vendors; Demonstrations/exhibits--Highland coos, Sheep Dogs, Period Re-enactments, Rugby; Parade of Tartans; Food; Competitons: Pipe and Drum, Highland Games, Battle Ax, Kilted Mile, Ladies Haggis Toss, Bonniest Knees
Barren River Lake's Youth Fishing Derby
6/6/2009
This is a fun day for youth ages 15 and under. A cooperative effort between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Glasgow Recreation Department and Barren River Lake State Resort Park provides youth an opportunity to learn about fishing. We provide the poles (or you can bring your own) the bait and drinking water.
Barren River Lake SRP Bowfishing 101
6/13/2009
Bow fishing 101 is a FREE introduction to bow fishing. The event includes a classroom style seminar using power point for questions and answers, and also a hands-on demonstration with instruction for bow fishing. Once you are familiar with shooting, we'll take you for a target shoot with prizes awarded.
Barren River Lake 4th of July Celebration
7/4/2009
Our annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. We start off the day with a beach party (weather permitting) and plenty of fun and games. There will be live entertainment at 6:00 followed by the fireworks display at 9:00 p.m. Our activities will continue throughout the weekend with our annual "whatever floats your boat" contest on Saturday. Other activities such as the pre-4th block party on the 3rd include karaoke and the non-motorized parade.
Barren River Trashmasters Classic
9/19/2009
Join us, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Friends of Barren River and WBKO 13 for the annual lakeshore cleanup. We will spend the morning collecting trash then meet at the beach for lunch and entertainment. Door prizes will be awarded. This year's event will coincide with the Geocaching (Cash In Trash Out) event. Be sure to join us for that as well.
Barren River's Overnight Canoe/Camping Trip
9/26/2009 to 9/27/2009
Join us for this family canoe weekend. You will spend the day canoeing either a tributary of Barren River Lake or on the Green River and camp under the stars We provide all equipment and training. Pre-registration is required. For ages 8 and up. Since this is a family trip with younger paddlers, the paddling distance will total between 7-10 miles.
Barren River Lake SRP Trail of Scarecrows
10/1/2009 to 10/31/2009
The trail of scarecrows is the fundraiser for Kentucky Employees Charitable Campaign (KECC). Entries will be displayed from Oct. 1 - Oct. 31 along the paved trail at the park for everyone to see. Prizes will be awarded to the best scarecrows. Plan early and show off your talents. All scarecrows must be up by October 1st. We will be taking appointments to put them up on Sept. 29 and 30.
Barren River's Overnight Canoe/Camping Trip II
10/3/2009 to 10/4/2009
Join us as we canoe either the scenic Green River within the boundaries of Mammoth Cave National Park or a tributary to Barren River Lake and camp under the stars. We provide all equipment and training. Pre-registration is required. This trip is for ages 16 and above.
Barren River Lake SRP Corporate Survivor Challenge
10/10/2009
Does your corporation, small business or civic group have what it takes to outwit, outplay and outlast other competitors? There is only one way to find out - join us for the survivor challenge - a series of competitions throughout the day that will have you facing off with your neighbors to see who is truly a survivor. This is a great teambuilding activity for any group.
Barren River Lake SRP 12th Halloween Spookoot
10/16/2009 to 10/18/2009
Join us for this annual spooktacular weekend where the ghosts and goblins take over the campground. There will be costume contests, pumpkin roll contests, trick or treating and a variety of other activities for ghouls of all sizes.
Barren River Lake's 4th Annual Geocaching
10/24/2009 to 10/25/2009
Join us for this fun weekend of "caching" on the park. Special caches will be hidden for you to find. We will have poker caches as well as prizes for first to find on some caches. There will be a costume contest and chili dinner as well. So set that GPS system to Barren River Lake State Park and join us for this fun family event.
Barren River's 3rd Annual Youth Boot Camp
11/7/2009
Bring your young soldier, ages 6 to 12 to this fun morning of "boot camp." Our drill sergeants will have the troops in line in no time. "Soldiers" will be doing a lot of fun skills such as PT, paint ball gun, obstacle course, drill and hand signals. The morning will wrap up with drill followed by a light lunch.
Barren River Lake SRP Brunch with the Grinch
12/12/2009
The "Who's" have invaded Barren River Lake State Resort Park. Join them and everyone's favorite Who, The Grinch for brunch, crafts, pictures and more. Put on your favorite "Who" attire and join our "Who" costume contest.