What will you discover this summer?
From buried histories to hidden talents, SummerQuest 2026 invites you to dig deeper, explore widely, and uncover stories waiting just beneath the surface. Whether you’re a curious kid, a creative teen, or a lifelong learner, there’s something here for you.
This summer, your library is your excavation site—full of experiences to explore, create, and connect.
SummerQuest Kickoff Festival
SummerQuest 2026 starts with a roar! 🦖✨
May 30th | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
@ Central Library
Celebrate the start of SummerQuest with a high-energy day of prehistoric play and hands-on discovery! Dig for fossils, explore dinosaur science with the Kentucky Science Center, create and build, and uncover surprises throughout the library. Plus, enjoy crowd favorites like the petting zoo, giant bubbles, retro arcade games, selfie rooms, and the Dream Bus along with exciting community guests and giveaways.
Take on the SummerQuest Challenge 🗺️🏆
June 1st–July 31st
- Pick up your Quest Card and stickers at a BCPL location near you starting June 1st. You can choose a challenge designed for Kids, Teens, or Adults. Transition ages are welcome to choose whichever challenge most appeals to them.
- Complete 5 total activities—one challenge per category—to complete your quest. (We encourage you to do more if you can, though!)
- Return your completed Quest Card no later than July 31st to receive your completer prize AND earn a chance to win one of our Bonus Prize Packages.
Completer prize options include:
- Dino Nugget Pillow Plush
- Paint-Your-Own Dino Lamp Kit
- Bluetooth Speaker
Optional: Prefer to track your progress online? SummerQuest Challenges will also be available in Beanstack starting June 1st.
Events 📅🎭
We’re bringing the theme to life with hands-on events and experiences designed to help you unearth stories in new ways. From archaeology digs and science exploration to dino-mite performances, art workshops, storytimes, and more—there’s something happening all summer long for every age group.
More events are being added—check back often to see what’s been uncovered!