Paducah QuiltWeek

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Arts & CulturePaducah
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
DurationSpringEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsPaducah is home to the National Quilt Museum
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Paducah QuiltWeek in Paducah

Paducah QuiltWeek is a major quilting show held in Paducah, Kentucky, produced by the American Quilter's Society, which is headquartered in the city. The multi-day event features thousands of judged quilts on display, vendor booths of quilting supplies, workshops, and is closely tied to Paducah's National Quilt Museum.

The American Quilter's Society was founded in the 1980s and established its headquarters in Paducah, Kentucky, a decision that transformed the citys civic and tourism identity, culminating in the establishment of the National Quilt Museum in Paducah as a permanent home for significant quilted works from across the country.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

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The place changes

Paducah is home to the National Quilt Museum and serves as the headquarters of the American Quilter's Society, making it one of the most significant hubs in the country for the quilting community, and QuiltWeek draws thousands of quilters and quilt enthusiasts to a city that has built substantial civic and tourism identity specifically around this single textile art form

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The show maintains a rigorous judging and jurying process for entered quilts

Water and renewal

Living ritual

awarding recognition across numerous categories

The sacred route

Living ritual

and its close institutional relationship with the American Quilter's Society and the National Quilt Museum continues a tradition of Paducah serving as a national center for quilting excellence and education

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

For Paducah QuiltWeek, plan transport around the exact Paducah venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Casual comfortable clothing suits a multi-day event involving extensive walking between exhibit halls, vendor booths, and workshop venues.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Paducah QuiltWeek, stay near the part of Paducah you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map37.08 N, 88.60 WOpen in Google Maps

Paducah, KY

Nearest airportPAH — Barkley Regional
TransportFor Paducah QuiltWeek, plan transport around the exact Paducah venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Paducah QuiltWeek, stay near the part of Paducah you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Paducah via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Paducah, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for April.Compare faresFestival gearCasual comfortable clothing suits a multi-day event involving extensive walking between exhibit halls, vendor booths, and workshop venues.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Paducah QuiltWeek?

Paducah QuiltWeek is listed for April · Spring. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Paducah QuiltWeek take place?

The festival is listed in Paducah, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Spring is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Paducah, KY

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLamericanquilter.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
Source statusOfficial source linked
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