The Maiden Markets - Cynthiana, KY

05/08/2026

Vendors Wanted!

We are looking for a few more vendors to participate in the Central Kentucky Mustang Association - Ignite Your Engines car show on May 16th.
If you are interested, please reach out via email or text.
[email protected]
502-591-8415

Where: Ignite Academy in Richmond, KY
Time: 10am-2pm
Booth Fee: $25

03/19/2026

Cynthiana has a new festival!
The last weekend in April, Pike Street and Walnut turn into a sip and stroll experience as the tourism committee hosts local artists and wineries!

Visit the post for more information!
Tickets are required to join the wine crawl.

12/07/2025

✨ Thank You, Maiden Christmas Market Fam ✨

My friends… our heart is so full this morning.
Last night’s Christmas Market was the perfect final chapter to our 2025 season, and it’s all because of you, every person who bundled up and came out, every vendor who showed up with their craft, their heart, and their hustle, every kid with a painted face, and every family who wandered through with that little spark of holiday wonder.

You turned a chilly December evening on Walnut Street into something warm, bright, and full of community magic.

To our vendors, thank you for trusting us, for bringing your creativity to the heart of Cynthiana, and for helping build the spirit of the Maiden Markets.
To our shoppers and supporters, thank you for choosing to spend your time, energy, and dollars with small businesses. You keep these makers dreaming big.
To everyone who showed up just to soak in the atmosphere, you’re part of this, too.

As we close out the season, we’re already dreaming about a bigger, brighter, bolder 2026.
We’re growing.
We’re expanding.
And we want you along for the ride.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for an unforgettable year.
Let’s make 2026 magical.

I didnt get many photos but here is what I did get!

12/06/2025

✨ HAPPY MARKET DAY, FRIENDS! ✨
The Maiden Christmas Market is officially OPEN!
Bundle up, grab your crew, and come join us downtown for a full day of magic, community, and holiday cheer.

🎁 Handmade gifts
🍽️ Food trucks
☕ Seasonal coffee + treats
🛍️ Dozens of incredible makers
🎄 The perfect kickoff to December

While you’re here, stroll through our AMAZING downtown businesses. They’re part of what makes this community so special.

The holiday spirit is alive and well in Cynthiana today, come be part of it.

12/05/2025

✨ T O M O R R O W I S T H E D A Y! ✨
The tents are ready.
The vendors are packing their best.
The Christmas magic is settling over Cynthiana…

Tomorrow afternoon, South Walnut Street becomes your one-stop-shop for all things holiday, handmade, and heartfelt.

📍 The Walking Dead Mural Parking Lot & South Walnut St.
🗓️ Saturday, Dec 6
🕙 2PM – 7 PM

Come early, grab a seasonal drink, wander the booths, meet the makers, and take home something special.
We’ll see you in the morning, friends.

12/04/2025

🎄 Just a couple days left until the Maiden Christmas Market takes over S. Walnut St! 🎄

There’s something special about a holiday market that you just can’t explain, the warm lights, the smell of treats in the air, the sound of people laughing, the way handmade things carry a little extra love this time of year.

This Saturday from 2–7 PM, you’ll find all of that (and more):
✨ Makers with gifts you won’t find anywhere else
✨ Delicious comfort food + winter drinks
✨ Fun for the kids
✨ A whole street transformed into pure cozy holiday magic

If you’ve been craving something festive… something local… something that feels good, this is your moment to lean in.
Bundle up, bring your people, and come experience our very first Maiden Christmas Market.

We can’t wait to welcome you. ❤️

12/04/2025

✨ TWO DAYS ‘TIL MARKET DAY! ✨
Cynthiana is about to shine, y’all.

On Saturday, The Walking Dead Mural Parking Lot transforms into a festive marketplace full of holiday cheer, handcrafted goods, seasonal food + drinks, and the kind of community vibes you feel in your chest.

Whether you’re shopping for loved ones, treating yourself, or spending the day soaking in the holiday energy, we’ve got something for everyone.

🛍️ Over two dozen vendors
☕ Coffee + treats
🍕 Food trucks
🎄 Holiday gifts from one-of-a-kind artisans
🛒 Local downtown shops open all day

We can’t WAIT to welcome you.

12/03/2025

🎄 The Maiden Christmas Market is almost here, and the vibes are already building. 🎄

By this weekend, South Walnut Street will be lined with makers, bakers, artists, magical folk, and small businesses who’ve been crafting, creating, and preparing just for you.

If you want a market with heart, this is the one.
You’ll find:
✨ Handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts
✨ Cozy drinks + festive treats
✨ Kids activities
✨ A warm, small-town holiday atmosphere you just can’t fake
✨ Vendors who truly love what they do

Whether you’re coming to shop, stroll, snack, or soak up the magic…
we can’t wait to see you this Saturday from 2–7 PM on S. Walnut St.

Let’s make our very first Maiden Christmas Market something Cynthiana talks about all season. ❤️

12/03/2025

Check out the Bluegrass Bagpiper while you stroll and shop the market! He will be set up 4-5pm on Pike & Walnut.

Join me at the Corner of Pike and Walnut in Cynthiana on December 6 from 4 to 5 for Christmas carols on the bagpipes and stay for the Christmas parade.

12/03/2025

✨ T H R E E D A Y S A W A Y! ✨
The Maiden Christmas Market is almost here, and the countdown is officially ON, friends!

Our vendor lineup this year is chef’s kiss, makers, bakers, artists, small businesses, readers, creators, food trucks, coffee… all gathering right here in downtown Cynthiana to help you kick off your holiday season in the most magical way.

🎁 Pro tip: Start planning your shopping list now. You’re going to want to hit every booth.
❤️ And don’t forget to visit our downtown shops while you’re here!

Bundle up, bring your people, and get ready, the magic is almost here.