Quilt Shows by State
Quilt Shows in Kentucky
1 major quilt show in Kentucky for 2026 — dates, locations, and what to expect.
Major Kentucky quilt shows in 2026
Quilting in Kentucky
Kentucky has its own quilting community, traditions, and shops. Kentucky has more miles of waterways than any other state except Alaska. For local quilters, the state's active guilds run annual or biennial shows that are smaller than the national circuit but often easier to attend.
Major shows Kentucky quilters travel for
The largest quilt shows in the US worth a road trip from Kentucky:
QuiltCon
Raleigh, NC · Feb 19
The premier modern quilting convention — bold solids, negative space, and the cutting edge of contemporary patchwork.
Houston International Quilt Festival
Houston, TX · Nov 19
The largest quilt show in the world — 1,000+ vendor booths, thousands of quilts, 50,000+ attendees.
FAQ about Kentucky quilt shows
What major quilt shows are in Kentucky?+
Kentucky hosts 1 major quilt show that we track: AQS QuiltWeek Paducah. Each is listed above with 2026 dates and details. Kentucky also has dozens of state guild shows and local exhibits that are not in this directory.
Where is the closest major quilt show to Kentucky?+
The closest major quilt show in Kentucky itself is AQS QuiltWeek Paducah in Paducah.
Are there quilt guilds in Kentucky?+
Yes — Kentucky has multiple quilting guilds. Browse our guild directory for a list of active Kentucky guilds, including Modern Quilt Guild affiliates and local traditional guilds.
What about quilt shops in Kentucky?+
See our Kentucky quilt shops directory for a list of independent quilt shops in the state. Kentucky also participates in regional shop hops — see our 2026 shop hop calendar for events affecting your region.