What's on in Shelby County.

Derby Eve at Wakefield

Mint juleps, a bluegrass quartet, and the running of the Oaks on a barn-side projector. Hat encouraged.

Shelby Trails Volunteer Day

Help clear winter debris and rebuild the back-loop bridges. Lunch provided; tools welcome.

Mother's Day Brunch at Claudia Sanders

The full Sunday spread, plus a string quartet on the porch. Reservations strongly recommended.

Beginner Saddlebred Clinic

First-time-in-the-saddle clinic for adults. Equipment provided; sign up the week before.

Trivia Night at The Paddock

Six rounds, three-person teams, prizes from Main Street partners. Reservations open Monday.

Friday-Night Music at Talon Winery

Acoustic duo on the porch overlooking the vineyard. Bottle service and small plates available.

Red Orchard Farmer's Market

Saturday produce, breads, flowers, and the high-school jazz band on the gazebo. Bring a tote and small bills.

Shelby County Saddlebred Spring Show

Three days of high-stepping Saddlebreds at the spring qualifier. Free spectator gallery; concessions on site.

Pick-Your-Barrel Saturday at Bourbon 30

Walk the rickhouse with the distiller, taste seven barrels straight from the wood, and take a personalized bottle home.

Distiller's Hour with Autumn Nethery

A small-group conversation with the head distiller about grain, water, and the Bloody Butcher corn program.

The Shelby County Spring Mile

An evening of harness racing on the historic half-mile, with food trucks, local bourbon, and a paddock open to the public.

Bourbon Pairing Dinner at Old Stone Inn

Five-course tasting menu paired with five expressions from Shelby County distilleries.

BBQ on Main

Pitmasters take over Main; bourbon tents on the side streets, a soundstage at Bell Court, and the whole town smells like hickory.

Jeptha Creed Summer Concert: Tyler Childers Tribute

Live music on the hill, cocktails from the bourbon team, food trucks, and a sunset that lines up with the silos.

Smithfield Sunflower Festival

Six acres of blooms, cut-your-own, hayrides, and one of the most photographed weekends in the county.