Shelbyville is one of the most diverse communities in Kentucky.
Our unique blend of agriculture, business and industry, coupled with our attitude of a small town atmosphere makes Shelbyville a wonderful place to visit, live, or work. Based on 2010 census, Shelby County has a population of 42,074 which includes the City of Shelbyville’s population of 14,045.
Shelbyville is known as the Saddlebred Capital of the World. The city also holds an annual horse show, which is visited by many famous people including William Shatner

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Shelbyville
​Taylorsville
​Waddy

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Transportation

​Distance from Major Airports 
Louisville International Airport (SDF) is 33 miles from Shelbyville 
Blue Grass Airport is 44 miles away from Shelbyville 
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I-64
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Talon Vineyard 

Experience more of the Talon wine you love at Talon’s picturesque Shelbyville location situated between Lexington & Louisville, KY, just off Interstate 64. Tastings offered 7 days a week. No reservations required

Bell House Restaurant 

We are in the heart of Downtown Shelbyville in a home that was fully renovated from 2007-2009 by Bobby and Sue Andriot. 
We hope your experience in Bell House is one that you desire to have again and to tell people about. 
Good Service, Good Food, and a Beautiful Environment...you can't go wrong! 
We look forward to serving you!

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey 

Originally opened on Derby Day in 1935 and reopened to the public in 2014, the Stitzel-Weller Distillery is one of the true cathedrals of the American whiskey industry. Located only five miles from downtown Louisville, the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience is one of the most convenient and impressive along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

Jeptha Creed Distillery 

Jeptha Creed is crafting the next generation of high-end heritage distilled spirits and foods. At Jeptha Creed, we use old fashioned methods to meet today’s demanding modern tastes. It means we believe in using only the finest ingredients, organically grown and locally sourced (when possible) to ensure our products meet our customer’s highest expectations for quality and flavor. You could say we’re history in the making, but we’re really making old fashion new.

The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass 

The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass is a 366,750 square feet outlet mall located near Interstate 64 in Simpsonville, Kentucky. The mall opened on July 31, 2014.

Gallrein Farms 

We love farming and want to share that passion with you! Gallrein Farms provides a place where buying fresh is an understatement. Come and browse our greenhouses in the Spring with beautiful and unusual annuals, perennials, tropical plants and more. Most all of our plants are grown and cared for right here on our farm. Bring your family to visit the petting zoo or u-pick strawberries. (Season may vary).

EVENTS

Jammin at Jeptha CreeD

SEPTEMBER 8TH!
FREE
Awesome music by Whiskey Bent Boys, from 6:00-9:00.  Food truck vendors will be at Jeptha Creed Distillery serving up some great food items.

Sympsonville Fall Festival 

SEPTEMBER 9TH!
FREE ENTRY!
​Mark your calendars for this day of family fun.  More details will be posted soon.

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