Soards Road
Independently Organized TED Event
Ideas Worth Spreading
at Queenslake · Georgetown, Kentucky
America's 250th Birthday · Countdown to July 4, 2026
Ideas Worth
Spreading
On America's 250th birthday, visionary voices take the stage overlooking our 40-acre lake — with horses roaming the paddocks in the background. Four sessions of ideas worth spreading, woven together with live musical performances at every break, lunch, and a grand finale at the close of the day.
This independent TEDx event is operated under license from TED. TEDx events are non-commercial. Speaker fees, travel, and accommodation are not provided per TEDx guidelines. Ticket proceeds cover production and venue costs.
The TEDxSoards Road Stage · Queenslake Horse Farm · Georgetown, Kentucky
A Day of
Ideas & Music
Opening remarks and welcome to TEDxSoards Road at Queenslake.
The first of four powerful sessions featuring speakers sharing ideas worth spreading.
Refresh and connect while live musicians perform overlooking the 40-acre lake.
More voices sharing transformative ideas from the TEDx stage.
A catered lunch experience with live musical performances in the heart of Queenslake.
The afternoon begins with more speakers and ideas that will stay with you.
An afternoon musical interlude as the Kentucky sun shines over the paddocks.
The final speakers bring the day's ideas to a powerful crescendo.
A grand musical finale to close America's 250th birthday TEDx celebration.
24 Historic
Voices
Queenslake
Horse Farm
Nestled on 140 breathtaking acres in Georgetown, Kentucky, Queenslake Horse Farm is one of the most enchanting venues in the Bluegrass State. The TEDx stage overlooks a 40-acre lake with horses roaming the paddocks — a setting unlike any other TEDx event in the world.
Celebrate America's
250th Birthday
with Ideas That Matter
On the day America turns 250, 24 voices will gather at one of Kentucky's most enchanting farms to spread ideas that will shape the next 250 years. This is not just a TEDx event — it is a celebration of the American spirit of innovation, resilience, and possibility.
Secure Your Seat — $100Only 100 tickets available. This event will sell out.
Music at Every
Break & Finale
TEDxSoards Road is not just a speaker event — it is a full-day experience. Live musical performances weave through every break and lunch, and culminate in a patriotic music and video tribute as the sun sets over the 40-acre lake. Out of respect for our horses and veterans, there will be no traditional fireworks — just a breathtaking celebration of America's 250th birthday.
Morning Breaks
Live music between sessions to refresh and inspire
Lunch Performance
A full musical set during the midday break
Patriotic Finale
Live music & video tribute — no fireworks, honoring our horses and veterans
Be Part of
History
July 4, 2026. America's 250th birthday. 24 voices. 100 seats. One extraordinary day at Queenslake Horse Farm. This is your invitation.
Only 100 tickets available. This event will sell out.