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Monday, February 20, 2012

Historic Downtown Walking Tours to Resume in April

The Depot Community Room’s monthly walking tours will resume in April. The guided tour highlights the exhibits in the Henderson Depot Community Room as well …

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Henderson's Tri-Fest Celebrates Its 25th Year in 2012

What started out as a fundraising opportunity for our schools, churches and non-profit organizations in the spring of 1988 has grown into one of Henderson’s …

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Diane Earle to Perform Piano Recital

Diane Earle, chair of the Department of Communication and Fine Arts at Kentucky Wesleyan College, will present a piano recital Sunday, February 12, 3 pm, …

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Two Henderson Music Festivals Win 'Top 20' Award for 2012

It’s an exciting year for two Henderson music festivals. The Southeast Tourism Society has named both the W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival and the …

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Carolina Chocolate Drops To Play in February at Fine Arts Center

If you’ve got a hankerin' for some foot-stomping, knee slapping banjo beat, with a simmering old-time Bluegrass flavor, then look no further! The Carolina Chocolate …

Friday, December 02, 2011

Second Girl's Night Out Scheduled for December 8th

Because of the overwhelming success of the last Girl's Night Out, another event has been planned for December 8th from 5-10pm in downtown Henderson. Bring …

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Annual Turkey Trot Offers Way To Give Back on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time for being thankful and giving back to the community. That’s the inspiration behind the annual Turkey Trot in Henderson, Ky. The …

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

75th Christmas Parade

The 75th annual Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas parade will be on Saturday, November 19, 2011 and will start promptly at 4:30PM! The theme for the 2011 …

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

75th Christmas Parade in Owensboro

The 75th annual Owensboro-Daviess County Christmas parade will be on Saturday, November 19, 2011 and will start promptly at 4:30PM! The theme for the 2011 …

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Celebrate 5 Years With Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery

Want to relax? What better way to start or end your day this Fall than to make a visit to Ruby Moon Vineyard and Winery. …

Tuesday, November 08, 2011

Bon Ton Mini Mart Highly Reviewed Here, There, Everywhere

Henderson's Bon Ton Mini Mart is not only a local favorite, but a feature in several publications and food blogs all over the United States. …

Monday, November 07, 2011

Holiday Art at Audubon State Park

Holiday art activities start at Audubon State Park next week. These activities are perfect for a variety of ages. For questions, please contact the person …

Monday, October 31, 2011

This Friday's Gallery Hop Attracts Artists to Downtown

The 3rd Annual Art Hop Gallery Show & Sale is scheduled for November 4, 2011 in Downtown Henderson from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.

This unique and …

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Part Time Farm Offers Weekend Hayrides to See the Fall Colors

"At Part Time Farm (PTF) we want people to have fun on the farm while making memories with their family!" writes owner, Bettye Willingham. And …

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

Great Food & Sightseeing Opportunities on Henderson Lunch Cruise

One of Cincinnati’s top attractions, BB Riverboats, will be running a lunch cruise in Henderson, Kentucky on November 8 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm.

Come take …

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

Fall Activities at State Park Include Art Retreats, Preschool Programs and the Spooktacular

The cooler temps are upon us but Audubon State Park is still active. Take a walk in the best hiking weather Mother Nature has to …

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Methodist Hospital Antique Show This Weekend: October 1-2

The Henderson Regional Hospital Foundation will hold its 24th annual Antique Show, Antiques and Accents on Saturday, October 1st and Sunday, October 2nd at RiverBend …

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Girl's Night Out: Shopping to Support the Backback Club

Grab your girlfriends and head to Downtown Henderson Thursday, October 20th for the first ever girls night out. We have 14 retailers who will be …

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Backroads Farm Tour Offers Animal Viewing, Produce Samples and Beautiful Country Views

Downloadable brochure available here.

The 2011 Henderson County Backroads Farm Tour, a self-guided tour that offers patrons of all ages first-hand looks at up to …

Friday, September 09, 2011

Bill Monroe 100 Birthday Centennial Celebration

Get Ready for Bluegrass! Bill Monroe, the Father of Bluegrass, would have turned 100 years old on September 13. The Centennial Celebration begins on Monday, …

Thursday, September 08, 2011

Fernwood Cemetery Tour Set for September 24

A tour of Fernwood Cemetery is planned for September 24, starting at 9am. Tour will begin outside the parks and recreation office at Fernwood Cemetery …

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Belle of Cincinnati Fall Riverboat Tour Coming to Henderson

What's your perfect riverboat adventure? Maybe it's a romantic date for two, or a leisurely meal with the family. Perhaps you and your friends are …

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Dance Kaleidoscope Leaps Into Henderson

Dance Kaleidoscope (DK), a nationally acclaimed contemporary dance company from Indianapolis, IN, will bring their talent to Henderson Saturday, September 17 at 7:30pm with a …

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Owensboro Dragon Boat Races -

Come one, come all! The first Owensboro Dragon Boat Races will be fun for the whole family. Saturday, August 27, fourteen teams of 20 will …

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Camels, Ostriches and Horses...Oh My! All Racing at Ellis Park this Saturday.

Want to see something truly unique at the track?

This Saturday visit Ellis Park Race Track for the Camel and Ostrich Races. The races are …

Monday, July 25, 2011

Great Specials For Downtown Shoppers During Sidewalk Sale Days

Downtown Henderson Summer
Sidewalk Sales

This weekend, on July 29 & 30, come to downtown Henderson for great sales from local retailers. Downtown Henderson boasts …

Monday, July 25, 2011

Fox on the Run 5K Offers August Sunset Run

Whether you’re a runner or a walker, the newest event at Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival is right for you. Fox on the Run …

Thursday, July 07, 2011

Five-Time Grammy Award Winner, Marty Stuart, to Kick off the 26th Annual Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival

The Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival is proud to announce this year’s Thursday night headliner: Five time Grammy Award winner, Marty Stuart.

From his …

Friday, July 01, 2011

4th of July Offers Fireworks, Food and Music on the Riverfront

FIREWORKS & ALL ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR JULY 5TH

Independence Bank and the Downtown Henderson Project have an exciting 4th of July planned for …

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Farm to Table, Vine to Glass Tuesdays

This year, the popular event celebrating locally-grown foods changes to a weekly event from June 7 through August 30! Four local restaurants will showcase delicious …

Monday, June 20, 2011

ROMP - Owensboro River Of Music Party

June 23-25. Bluegrass Museum/RiverPark Center/Yellow Creek Park. Performances by Steve Martin with the Steep Canyon Rangers, Pete & Joan Wernick, Audie Blaylock & Redline, Tony …

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Yellowbanks Dulcimer Festival returns in 2011

Come enjoy a family music weekend with instruction for levels from beginner to advanced, children to adults. Handmade crafts, music vendors and food add to …

Friday, May 13, 2011

Aaaw . . . the smell of barbecue!

The International Barbecue Festival is going on in Owensboro Friday and Saturday, 13th & 14th. Not only barbecue, but corndogs, porkchop sandwiches, gyros, lemon shake-ups, …

Monday, May 09, 2011

International Barbecue Festival - May 13 and 14

Just four more days until Downtown Owensboro gets lively with the delicious aroma of hickory fires, live music, classic cars, and thousands of people!

Wednesday, May 04, 2011

Juleps and Jockeys, A Derby Party

Sip a mint julep, taste some delicious food, and watch the 137th Run For the Roses, The Kentucky Derby. Enjoy a traditional Derby buffet catered …

Monday, March 28, 2011

Saturdays on the Square 2011 Line-up

The Greenville Tourism Commission is pleased to announce the musical line-up for Saturdays on the Square 2011. This year’s summer concert series will be on …

Friday, March 04, 2011

Owensboro Home & Garden Show

New ideas for your home, inside and out. Friday, March 4 through Sunday, March 6 the Owensboro Homebuilder's Association brings their annual show to the …

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Once-in-a-lifetime Event

Conductor Hugh Wolff and the National Symphony Orchestra will present a dynamic program in RiverPark Center's Cannon Hall, Sunday, February 20 - 3 p.m., 101 …

Wednesday, February 09, 2011

Union County Bicentennial

Union County is celebrating its Bicentennial in 2011 with at least one event held each month.
The next scheduled event is a Civil War Encampment …

Monday, January 24, 2011

Marionette Festival - Owensboro Museum of Fine Art

January 28-30. The region’s children are invited to participate in a special program presented through the support of the Michael E. Horn Family Foundation. Master …

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Rich Little starring in Jimmy Stewart - A Humorous Look At His Life

The Glema Mahr Center for the Arts in Madisonville proudly presents Rich Little in Jimmy Stewart - A Humourous Look at His Life on February …

Monday, January 03, 2011

Working In A Coal Mine - Owensboro Museum Science and History

The Owensboro Museum of Science & History opened their new exhibit, the Coal Mine Gallery, in December. Daily tours will be held at 3 p.m. …

Tuesday, December 07, 2010

Winter Wonderland at RiverPark Center in Owensboro

Start your holiday season with a visit to Winter Wonderland, which includes an enormous Christmas tree at the entrance of an oudoor skating rink overlooking …

Monday, November 29, 2010

Holiday Stroll in Downtown Owensboro

Saturday, Dec. 4. stroll the downtown streets of Owensboro to get in the holiday spirit. Strolling carolers, storefront decorations and indoor performers will make this …

Monday, November 22, 2010

Winter Wonderland in Owensboro

Winter Wonderland starts Friday, Nov. 26 in Owensboro. Doesn't seem like ice skating weather today, but by Friday it will be perfect. Join us at …

Monday, November 15, 2010

Christmas Parade in Owensboro

Join us for the Christmas Parade in Downtown Owensboro this Saturday, Nov. 20 at 4:30 p.m. for our version of "The Christmas Story"

Monday, November 08, 2010

Bill Monroe 100th Birthday

Bill Monroe, bluegrass music and Owensboro will be featured in New York City's Times Square from Nov. 15 to Jan. 1 -- a full-color digital …

Friday, August 06, 2010

Big O Music Fest

The Big O Music Fest, the best time in Owensboro, will feature popular Nashville acts. On Friday, Randy Houser, Mark Wills, Josh Gracin and Mountain …

Friday, July 09, 2010

Marathon Ski for DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

Mark Miller and his two teenage sons will be slalom skiing (one ski) the entire length of the Ohio River (981 miles) in late July. …

Friday, July 09, 2010

Farm to Table, Vine to Glass

The Owensboro Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau announces the 2010 Farm to Table, Vine to Glass fundraiser to benefit the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market …

Monday, May 17, 2010

Friday After 5 Returns!

Friday After 5 gets under way this coming Friday, May 21. Come on down to the Ohio River on the RiverPark Center's BB&T Plaza and …

Thursday, April 08, 2010

Lanham Brothers Jamboree

The Lanham Brothers bring a fun and interactive show for the entire family to Diamond Lake Resort. Doors open at 6 p.m. Special guest will …

Wednesday, April 07, 2010

Mutton Glutton

For those who want All Barbecue, All the Time, get your Mutton Glutton tickets. Undoubtedly the best deal of the Festival, Mutton Glutton tickets give …

Wednesday, April 07, 2010

Your Photos!

The Owensboro Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau wants your photos! Visit one of our great festivals or events and take your own photos. You …

Thursday, March 04, 2010

Owensboro Hospitality

The Owensboro Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau is partnering with the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce in offering new workshops in hospitality. Owensboro is …

Thursday, March 04, 2010

New 2010 Visitor Guide!

Our new Visitor Guides are here! The 2010 Visitor Guide offers more information than ever before, with great photos of events and attractions in Owensboro. …

Thursday, March 04, 2010

Owensboro's Tournament Season!

he 2010 Owensboro Sports Season gets started in March. On March 20, the St. Patrick’s Day Dash, 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run is a chance to …

Thursday, March 04, 2010

Bluegrass tickets!

You’ve still got time to make your plans to attend Owensboro’s first bluegrass festival of the year, the 9th Annual Bluegrass Returns to its Roots …

Thursday, March 04, 2010

Arts in Owensboro!

March offers many opportunities to enjoy Owensboro’s active arts community!
Owensboro Museum of Fine Art continues their “Lincoln-Then and Now” exhibit through March 21;
Owensboro …

Thursday, March 04, 2010

NEW CVB I-PHONE APP!

The Owensboro Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau now has their own I-Phone App. Keep up-to-date on all the Owensboro News, Events, Festivals, Tournaments and …