REGIONAL EVENTS

Oct 11

Murray State Women's Soccer vs. Illinois-Chicago

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 1pm

Cutchin Field, Curris Center, Cs-1075, Murray, KY 42071, Murray, Murray

Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on UIC at Cutchin Field.

Contact: goracers.com/sports/womens-soc…

Oct 11

Sunday Wolf Week Events

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - Various Times

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Fall break is all about wolves at the Woodlands Nature Station! Come visit our resident endangered Red Wolves and join their "pack" of wolf admirers. Attend special wolf programs offered each day. Discover why these cunning canines have inspired awe in people for generations. Today's Events: 11:30am - Skins & Skulls Booth 1:30pm - Red Wolf Treat Time 3:30pm - Sunday Funday: Red Wolf

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 11

Minecraft on the Farm

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 10am - 4pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Did you know that a lot of elements in the game Minecraft can be found at Homeplace 1850's farm? Can you find all the real-life versions of the blocks, tools, animals, and objects in Minecraft? Play a scavenger hunt game, to find all the real-life versions and win a prize.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 11

Meet the Birds

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 11am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Come meet our Dominique chickens and Cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farmyard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 11

Sunday Planetarium Shows

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Sunday! 10am - Little Star that Could 11am - Earth, Moon, and Sun 12pm - From Earth to the Universe 1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe 2pm - Traveling with Light 3pm - Firefall 4pm - Discover the Stars

Oct 12

Monday Planetarium Shows

Monday, October 12, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Monday! 10am - Little Star that Could 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Explore 1pm - Firefall 2pm - Discover the Stars 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Oct 13

Tuesday Planetarium Events

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Earth, Moon, and Sun 1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe 2pm - Habitat Earth 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Discover the Stars

Oct 14

KECC Golf Scramble

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - 9:00am

Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park Golf Course, 185 Village Green Circle, Gilbertsville, Gilbertsville

Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park will be hosting a golf scramble to help raise much needed funds for the 2026 Kentucky Employees Charitable Campaign. Come out, support a good cause and have a good, relaxing day on the golf course!

Contact: 270-362-8658

Oct 14

Wednesday Planetarium Shows

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky 11am - Habitat Earth 12pm - Traveling with Light 1pm - Explore 2pm - Firefall 3pm - Discover the Stars 4pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Oct 15

Thursday Planetarium Events

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Earth, Moon, and Sun 1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe 2pm - Habitat Earth 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Discover the Stars

Oct 15

Murray State Racers Volleyball vs. Belmont

Thursday, October 15, 2026 - 6pm

Racer Arena, 333 N 14th Street, Murray, Murray

Live at historic Racer Arena: The Lady Racers Volleyball team take on the Belmont University Bruins in Missouri Valley Conference play on October 15th at 6pm!

Contact: 270-809-3000

Oct 16

Hocus Pocus

Friday, October 16, 2026 – Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 7:00pm

The Calvert Drive-In Theater, 111 Drive in Ln, Calvert City, Gilbertsville

Enjoy a cool October night at the Calvert Drive-In! This weekend, enjoy classic spooky showings of Disney's Hocus Pocus at 7:00pm and Edward Scissorhands starring Johnny Depp at 8:35pm. Stock up on concessions at the drive-in's in-house restaurant and soak up an evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Oct 16

Edward Scissorhands

Friday, October 16, 2026 – Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 8:35pm

The Calvert Drive-In Theater, 111 Drive in Ln, Calvert City, Gilbertsville

Enjoy a cool October night at the Calvert Drive-In! This weekend, enjoy classic spooky showings of Disney's Hocus Pocus at 7:00pm and Edward Scissorhands starring Johnny Depp at 8:35pm. Stock up on concessions at the drive-in's in-house restaurant and soak up an evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Oct 16

Friday Planetarium Events

Friday, October 16, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Little Star that Could 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Explore 1pm - Firefall 2pm - Discover the Stars 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Oct 16

Honk Jr. Presented by The Penguin Project

Friday, October 16, 2026 – Sunday, October 25, 2026 - 7pm - 9pm

Playhouse in the Park, 705 Gil Hopson Dr, Murray, Murray

The Penguin Project presents "Honk Jr.," a heartwarming musical about Ugly, a duckling who feels out of place due to his different appearance compared to his charming siblings. Despite his mother's efforts to protect him, the other animals on the farm highlight his uniqueness, leading Ugly on an adventurous journey of self-discovery. Throughout this adventure, he encounters a variety of unique characters and learns that being different is something to be celebrated, all while cleverly outsmarting a hungry Cat.

Oct 16

Kentucky Comedy Festival All-Star Show

Friday, October 16, 2026 - 7pm

Wrather Hall - Murray State University, 1499 Olive Blvd, Murray, Murray

We're pleased to have Rik Roberts returning to the Kentucky Comedy Festival on Friday, October 16 at Wrather Hall at Murray State University! Show time is 7 pm. This is an All-Star show with Rik, headliner Sonya White, and Murray comedian Brad Brauser.

Oct 16

Murray State Racers Softball vs. John A. Logan College

Friday, October 16, 2026 - 3:00pm

Owens Family Field, lc-8101A, Murray, Murray

Watch as the Lady Racers take on NJCAA John A. Logan College Vols on Sunday October 16th at 3pm! Parking is located at either the CFSB Center or around Roy Stewart Stadium.

Contact: www.goracers.com

Oct 16

Murray State Racers Volleyball vs. Southern Illinois University

Friday, October 16, 2026 - 5pm

Racer Arena, 333 N 14th Street, Murray, Murray

Live at historic Racer Arena: The Lady Racers Volleyball team take on the SIU Salukis on October 16th at 5pm!

Contact: 270-809-3000

Oct 17

Murray State Racer Football vs. South Dakota

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 4pm

Roy Stewart Stadium, 1401 KY-121, Murray, Murray

Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on South Dakota at Roy Stewart Stadium.

Contact: goracers.com/sports/football/s…

Oct 17

Johnny Mac

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 7:00pm

Ralph's Harborview Grill at The Moors, 570 Moors Rd, Gilbertsville, Gilbertsville

Johnny Mac is live tonight at Ralph's Harborview Bar & Grill! Grab a bite to eat and listen to great music on the lake!

Oct 17

Apple Fest

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - All Day

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Come join us at the homeplace as we celebrate fall with our annual Apple Festival. Fall crafts, cider press demonstrations, apple butter, and baked goods aplenty await you at the farm.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 17

Tree-mendous Tree Hike

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 11:30am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Land Between the Lakes has a large diversity of trees! Let's go on a 1-mile guided hike on our Woodland Walk Trail and learn some simple tips and techniques on how to identify the trees in your own backyard, their role in the environment, and other fun facts!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 17

Opossum: P.I.

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet our resident rescued opossum up close and personal and learn about how you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 17

Kentucky's True Wildcat

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Meet Kentucky's true wildcat, the bobcat! Join our resident bobcat for an afternoon snack as we discover more about this elusive feline. Did you know that about 200 bobcats live right here in Land Between the Lakes? Find out how these masters of stealth survive so well without being seen.

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 17

Funeral for a Gangster

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 5:30pm

Kentucky Dam Convention Center, Dam Village State Resort Park, Gilbertsville, Gilbertsville

Step back into 1928 for Funeral for a Gangster, a murder mystery dinner at the Kentucky Dam Convention Center on Saturday, October 17. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner and the show beginning at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 plus tax and service fee and include an Italian dinner, with a cash bar available. Dress for the era, follow the clues, and see if you can solve the murder, with costume and detective awards up for grabs. Get your tickets at minnihanproductions.com

Contact: 270-362-4271

Oct 17

Lasers & Music at the Golden Pond Planetarium

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

This fall, the Golden Pond Planetarium is hosting laser-light shows all throughout October and November. Admission is $8 per person. Here are tonight's Lasers & Music shows: 5:30pm - Pink Floyd: Dark Side 7:00pm - Pink Floyd: The Wall

Contact: 270-924-2233

Oct 17

Knucklehead - Halloween at the Patio

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 8:00pm

Break Time Bar & Grill, 109 Carroll Road, Draffenville, Benton

Halloween is taking over Break Time Bar & Grill! They're kicking off Halloween Events & Costume Parties with 5 nights of live music, themed costumes, cash prizes, and Halloween fun! Saturday - October 17th, Knucklehead is live at the patio! Tonight's theme is "The Addams Family." Costume contest with cash prizes starts at 10pm!

Contact: 270-252-7140

Oct 17

Downtown Farmers Market

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 7am - 12pm

Downtown Murray, Courthouse Square, Murray, Murray

Fall has hit the farmer's market located on the courthouse square in Downtown Murray. Shop fresh and local every Saturday from 7am to Noon!

Oct 18

Apple Cobbler

Sunday, October 18, 2026 - 10am - 1pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Fall is here and our apple trees are bearing fruit. What should we do with all those apples? Why not make an apple cobbler? Come join us, as we heat up the wood stove and bake an apple cobbler.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 18

Snake, Rattle & Roll

Sunday, October 18, 2026 - 11:30am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Have you ever seen a snake? Now's your chance! Meet our resident snakes as we learn the different types of snakes we have here in LBL! You'll get to learn how to identify a venomous snake and discover what role they play in the ecosystem. We'll also discuss how to be safe around venomous and nonvenomous snakes when we're outside!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 18

Owls Up Close

Sunday, October 18, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Join our naturalists for a program dedicated to our favorite nocturnal singers - our owls! Meet our resident owls up close, learn how they survive in their nocturnal world, and discover what makes each species unique!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 18

Pigging Out

Sunday, October 18, 2026 - 2pm - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Come learn some fascinating facts about pigs and their place on an 1850's farm. Meet Pinky and Blake, our heritage breed pigs, we'll be telling you all about them while they enjoy a tasty treat.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 18

Sunday Funday: Coyote

Sunday, October 18, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our coyotes. Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued native wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 18

Sunday Planetarium Shows

Sunday, October 18, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Sunday! 10am - Little Star that Could 11am - Earth, Moon, and Sun 12pm - From Earth to the Universe 1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe 2pm - Traveling with Light 3pm - Firefall 4pm - Discover the Stars

Oct 19

Monday Planetarium Shows

Monday, October 19, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Monday! 10am - Little Star that Could 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Explore 1pm - Firefall 2pm - Discover the Stars 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Oct 20

Tuesday Planetarium Events

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Earth, Moon, and Sun 1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe 2pm - Habitat Earth 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Discover the Stars

Oct 21

Wednesday Planetarium Shows

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky 11am - Habitat Earth 12pm - Traveling with Light 1pm - Explore 2pm - Firefall 3pm - Discover the Stars 4pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Oct 21

Murray State Racers Softball vs. Bethel University

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - 3:30pm

Owens Family Field, lc-8101A, Murray, Murray

Watch as the Lady Racers take on NJCAA John A. Logan College Vols on Sunday October 16th at 3pm! Parking is located at either the CFSB Center or around Roy Stewart Stadium.

Contact: www.goracers.com

Oct 22

Thursday Planetarium Events

Thursday, October 22, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Laser Legends of the Night Sky 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Earth, Moon, and Sun 1pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe 2pm - Habitat Earth 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Discover the Stars

Oct 23

Casper

Friday, October 23, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 7:00pm

The Calvert Drive-In Theater, 111 Drive in Ln, Calvert City, Gilbertsville

Enjoy a cool October night at the Calvert Drive-In! This weekend, divulge in a mix of spooky with Casper at 7:00pm and Anne Hathaway's Verity at 8:50pm. Stock up on concessions at the drive-in's in-house restaurant and soak up an evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Oct 23

Verity

Friday, October 23, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 8:50pm

The Calvert Drive-In Theater, 111 Drive in Ln, Calvert City, Gilbertsville

Enjoy a cool October night at the Calvert Drive-In! This weekend, divulge in a mix of spooky with Casper at 7:00pm and Anne Hathaway's Verity at 8:50pm. Stock up on concessions at the drive-in's in-house restaurant and soak up an evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Oct 23

Friday Planetarium Events

Friday, October 23, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am through close. Here is their show schedule for this Tuesday! 10am - Little Star that Could 11am - Traveling with Light 12pm - Explore 1pm - Firefall 2pm - Discover the Stars 3pm - From Earth to the Universe 4pm - Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe

Oct 23

Almost Broke - Halloween at the Patio

Friday, October 23, 2026 - 8:00pm

Break Time Bar & Grill, 109 Carroll Road, Draffenville, Benton

Halloween is taking over Break Time Bar & Grill! They're kicking off Halloween Events & Costume Parties with 5 nights of live music, themed costumes, cash prizes, and Halloween fun! Saturday - October 23rd, Almost Broke is live at the patio! Tonight's theme is "The 80's." Costume contest with cash prizes starts at 10pm!

Contact: 270-252-7140

Oct 24

Ethan Torsak

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 7:00pm

Ralph's Harborview Grill at The Moors, 570 Moors Rd, Gilbertsville, Gilbertsville

Ethan Torsak is live tonight at Ralph's Harborview Bar & Grill! Grab a bite to eat and listen to great music on the lake!

Oct 24

Hootenanny

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 11:30am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Join our naturalists for a program dedicated to our favorite nocturnal singers - our owls! Meet our resident owls up close and learn how they survive in their nocturnal world, and what makes each species unique!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 24

Interpret Nature's Signs

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 12pm - 1pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

If you have ever been curious about how the farmer throughout American history decided when and how to plant then you are in for some interesting information! Join us to learn how the farmer interpreted elements of his environment, including celestial bodies, to make decisions that he and his family were depending on for their lives.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 24

Bat Attitudes

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

What do you know about bats? Do bats actually drink blood? Can bats get caught in a human's hair? Join us for this fun and interactive program where we debunk some common myths of bats and even learn how bats help us humans. Then follow us outside, and we will see if we can have a chat with our very own backyard bats!

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 24

Horsing Around

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 2pm - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love too. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn how they help out on the farm.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Oct 24

Nature's Monster Mash

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 3146 Silver Trail Road, Cadiz, LBL

Vampires!? Zombies!? Coming back from the dead? AAHH It sure sounds scary! Did you know Mother Nature came up with them first? Let's find out the true "monsters" in your backyard and out there in the woods.

Contact: 270-924-2299

Oct 24

Lasers & Music at the Golden Pond Planetarium

Saturday, October 24, 2026 - Various Times

Golden Pond Planetarium, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, LBL

This fall, the Golden Pond Planetarium is hosting laser-light shows all throughout October and November. Admission is $8 per person. Here are tonight's Lasers & Music shows: 5:30pm - Beatles 7:00pm - Taylor Swift

Contact: 270-924-2233