Fall is a great time of year. The leaves are changing colors. The temperatures are dropping, but you don't need to pull out your fleece socks. There's a lot to do in the Richmond, KY area. If you are not sure what to do, keep reading to discover our favorite fall activities within driving distance of the city. 1. Attending the Spotlight Fall Fair and Monster Mash One great thing you can enjoy this fall is attending the Spotlight Fall Fair and Monster Mash at 214 Richmond Road. This festival is being held on October 28 starting at noon, and there will be several events throughout the day. Notably, there is trunk-or-treating from 4 to 6 PM and a costume contest at 5 PM. After the festival, we recommend sticking around for a show or two. At 6:30, you can catch the Monster Mash Cabaret Show. 2. Checking Out the Georgetown AutumnFest We also recommend checking out the Georgetown AutumnFest, an event that runs from September 9 through October 31. Located at Bi-Water Farm at 877 Cincinnati Road, this fall farm festival features tons of fun. There is an Autumn Fest Express to help you move through the farm quickly. There is also an adventure park that includes a pumpkin cannon, sky-high slide, zip lines, and much more. If you have a child who is interested in ball sports, you have to check out the Field of Dreams. In this section of the farm, you can find a football pass, basketball toss, and baseball throw. The pumpkin obstacle course is also really fun. 3. Hiking at Fort Boonesborough State Park Hiking at Fort Boonesborough State Park at 4375 Boonesboro Rd. is another fun way to enjoy a beautiful fall day. The Pioneer Forage Trail is over a quarter of a mile long, and it connects the fort and campground. There are also several other trails that you can walk down. We recommend visiting this state park during early fall. You can see historically accurate blockhouses, furnishings, and cabins. You will feel as if you stepped back in time if you tour the fort, and the demonstrations are worth a watch. 4. Touring White Hall Historic Site Finally, we recommend touring White Hall Historic Site at 500 White Hall Shrine Road. Tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, and there are many special events. There are lots of fun things to do in the fall in the Richmond area. However, they are inaccessible if you do not have reliable transportation. If your current ride is unreliable, a 2024 Toyota Camry may be a great fit. To take it for a spin, visit us today at Toyota South.

When you need to wake up early, a big breakfast can put you on the road to a successful day. If you don't have time to cook before heading out the door, we recommend stopping at one of the four best breakfast places in Richmond, KY. 1. Jackson's Restaurant Visit this locally-owned Richmond spot for delicious breakfast platters, including the pork tenderloin meal, country ham meal, omelets, French toast, corned beef hash, biscuits with gravy, and much more. Jackson's Restaurant is known for its homestyle cooking and for its Big Hoss challenge, which awards customers with a free meal and a T-shirt if they finish a massive burger with two half-pound patties and a stack of toppings. Jackson's Restaurant is located at 203 S 3rd St. They're open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. 2. Purdy's Coffee Café We've been coming to this delightful Richmond breakfast destination since 2012. In addition to the iconic house blend of coffee, you'll find breakfast options like fresh bagel sandwiches, cinnamon sweet rolls, baked oatmeal, country ham biscuits, quiche, muffins, and yogurt parfaits. You can also grab sandwiches and salads if you stop by during lunch hours. Pair your meal with your favorite beverage, from espresso lattes to tea and lemonade. You can visit Purdy's Coffee Cafe at two locations in town. The 212 W Main St shop is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The 444 Big Hill Ave shop is open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 3. Winkler's Stockyard Restaurant This Richmond restaurant offers homestyle cooking for breakfast and lunch, with the added bonus of a warm, welcoming staff whether you decide to dine in or take your meal home. Although the menu is somewhat small, it covers all the breakfast bases with omelets, biscuit sandwiches, and breakfast platters with your choice of city ham or country ham. Lunch choices include a burger or the lunch bar selection of the day. Winkler's Stockyard Restaurant is located at 349 K St. It's open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and closed on the weekends. 4. Better Burgers & More You can get breakfast all day at this Richmond restaurant staple, with generous platters like Big Tom's Country Breakfast, which comes with two eggs, meat, potatoes, fried apples, and a biscuit with gravy. Better Burgers & More also serves a Huge Ultimate Hashbrowns, loaded with toppings, omelets, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, French toast, and fresh-made donuts. Better Burgers & More is located at 952 Red House Rd. You can have breakfast there Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. You won't mind getting an early start when you're behind the wheel of a sleek new Toyota Corolla Cross. Test drive this small SUV today at Toyota South.

Richmond, KY, offers a host of fun spring activities for families. Whether you live in the area or frequently visit Richmond, mark your calendar for our favorite spring events. 1. Tasty Tuesdays Every Tuesday night from April through September, Richmond hosts a free event with food trucks and live music. Tasty Tuesdays take place from 5 to 8 p.m. and feature a different local band each week along with a diverse variety of cuisine. Just a few of the vendors participating include Speedy Garcia Mexican Food Truck, Cindy Lou Who's Kettle Corn, The Chuck Wagon, and Little Donut Trailer. The town holds Tasty Tuesdays at Irvine McDowell Park at 345 Lancaster Avenue. You can park for free in the EKU Crabbe Street parking lot nearby while you sample favorites from some of Richmond's best restaurants. 2. Park and Play Also taking place at Irvine McDowell Park, this pop-up event emphasizes the positive impact of healthy outdoor activity and play on communities. Each free Park and Play session includes sports and fitness games, water activities, music, arts and crafts, karaoke, and other fun competitions. The next session is June 9 from 1 to 3 p.m., with weekly sessions at different locations throughout June and July. It also includes Spray and Play, a one-hour visit from the fire department, who use their hoses to help the kids cool off. 3. Kids Fishing Derby Kids ages 16 and younger can compete in this Kentucky Department of Fishing and Wildlife derby at Lake Reba Park from 8 to 10 a.m. The June 3 event is part of Richmond's Free Fishing Weekend. You can enjoy refreshments from Texas Roadhouse and Travelin' Toms Coffee Truck, both on hand at 299 Lake Reba Drive during the festivities. 4. Paradise Cove Opening Day You can be one of the first at Paradise Cove Aquatic Center this season at this May 27 Opening Day event. This Richmond Parks and Rec facility has a large pool with an ADA lift, diving boards, and an aqua rock climbing wall, as well as a kid's pool with a slide. It also features several open swim areas, two 40-foot slides, and a family slide for multiple riders. Daily admission is just $9 for adults, $6 for teens, $6 for kids and seniors, and free for babies and toddlers younger than 3. Paradise Cove is located at 274 Lake Reba Drive, open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. If you spend a lot of time outdoors in Kentucky, you need a rugged vehicle like the Toyota 4Runner. Stop by Toyota South today to check out this all-wheel-drive SUV in person.