What was traditionally the last trading day for much of Eastern Kentucky, Court Day still draws people from all corners of the world to trade, buy and sell. Today you might find one-of-a-kind antiques, handmade crafts, collectibles, handmade furniture and even the bounty of autumn's harvest.Court Day is always on the third Monday in October each year with the festivities beginning full swing the Saturday and Sunday before. On this weekend, Mt. Sterling grows from a population of 5,300 to an estimated 130,000 or more. One of the most remarkable things is the good nature and friendly atmosphere that the locals from Mt. Sterling generate. They open their town to people from across the nation and freely give warm hospitality truly only found in the south. Court Day is a lot more to the home folk than just trading and eating great country ham and biscuits. It's a time for seeing old friends and family. Well, its a great day and a great tradition like no other day in the country!! You haven't lived until you attend Court Day in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky!
