# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Goatman Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: A free four-day cryptid festival with music, movies, vendors, experts, tours and optional haunted attractions at Pope Lick Park.About this EventGoatman Festival brings four days of Kentucky folklore, cryptids and unexplained fun to Pope Lick Park, home of Louisville’s legendary Pope Lick Monster.Meet cryptid experts, paranormal investigators, artists and fellow folklore fans while enjoying live music, outdoor movies, seminars, local vendors, costume contests and some of Louisville’s most unusual festival competitions.Admission and parking are freeGeneral festival admission and parking are completely free. No ticket or advance registration is required to enter the festival.Eventbrite requires a free ticket option to create this event page, but attendees do not need to reserve, download or present a ticket for general admission. Tickets are only required for optional paid attractions, tours and upgraded experiences.Festival hoursThursday, October 15: 6–10 p.m.Friday, October 16: 6 p.m.–midnightSaturday, October 17: noon–midnightSunday, October 18: noon–10 p.m.What to expectFestival programming includes:Cryptid experts and special guestsSeminars and panel discussionsLive music and performancesOutdoor creature-feature moviesCryptid artists and merchandise vendorsCostume contestsGoatman calling and other unusual competitionsFood and refreshmentsOptional guided toursOptional haunted attractionsSome experiences, including guided tours and the Legend at Pope Lick haunted trail, require separate paid admission.Before you arriveGoatman Festival is an outdoor event, and some programs take place after dark on natural terrain. Wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather and consider bringing a blanket or lawn chair for outdoor presentations and movies.The Pope Lick railroad trestle is an active railroad bridge, private property and not part of the festival grounds. Never enter, approach or climb the trestle.Visit https://goatmanfest.com for the complete schedule, attraction information and updates.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/louisville/goatman-festival-2026/100002000084347123
- **Event Categories**: festivals, entertainment, music, contests, workshops, live-music, halloween, art, trips-adventures, ghost-hunts, music-festivals, business, it, kentucky-derby
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Louisville
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Pope Lick Park
- **lat**: 38.1837381
- **long**: -85.48758869999999
- **full address**: Pope Lick Park, 4002 South Pope Lick Road, Louisville, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Goatman Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Goatman Festival 2026 takes place on Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Pope Lick Park, 4002 South Pope Lick Road, Louisville, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Goatman Festival 2026?
  - **A:** Goatman Festival 2026 is organized by Louisville Halloween.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Goatman Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Louisville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Goatman Festival 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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