REGIONAL EVENTS

Aug 23

Gar-gantuan Fish

Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

There's no exaggerating the size of these catches! Watch our resident gar grab a bite to eat and learn all about them right in our own backyard pond.

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 23

Sunday Funday: Turkeys

Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our turkeys! 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 wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 23

Treat the Sheep

Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 11am - 12pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Meet our Border Leicester sheep and learn what role they played on an 1850's farm. Offer them a treat and get up close with these fuzzy farm friends.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 23

Of Kilns & Kick Wheels

Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 1pm - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

19th Century Tennessee was no stranger to pottery. Redware, and salt glazed stoneware stored food on many farmsteads. Join us on the farm, and you could catch anything from kiln-making to kick wheeling!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 23

Nick Bentley

Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 1:30 - 5:30pm

Fat Daddy's, 119 Driftwood Shores, Dover, Dover

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

Contact: www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Aug 25

Tuesday Planetarium Events

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - various times

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

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Pink Floyd - Dark Side at 5:30pm Pink Floyd - The Wall at 7pm

Contact: 270-924-2233

Aug 26

Cadiz Farmers Market

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 7am - 12pm

Cadiz Farmers Market Pavilion, 21 Spring Street, Cadiz, Cadiz

Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

Aug 27

Murray State Women's Soccer vs. UT Martin

Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 1pm

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

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

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

Aug 27

Murray State Racer Football vs. Eastern Illinois

Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 6pm

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

Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on Eastern Illinois at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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

Aug 28

John Sutton

Friday, August 28, 2026 - 1:30 - 5:30pm

Fat Daddy's, 119 Driftwood Shores, Dover, Dover

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

Contact: www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Aug 28

Steven Green

Friday, August 28, 2026 - 6:30 - 9:30pm

Tiki Turtle, 265 Nautical Drive, Grand Rivers, Grand Rivers

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

Contact: www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-tu…

Aug 28

Labor Day Lakeside Fest

Friday, August 28, 2026 – Sunday, August 30, 2026 - TBD

Holiday Hills Resort, 5631 State Route 93 S, Eddyville, Eddyville

Labor Day Lakeside Fest (August 28-30th) at Holiday Hills Resort features trivia night, a BBQ cook-off, a Labor Day parade, Chef Jamie's food truck, and a cornhole tournament, bringing a full weekend of lakeside celebration.

Contact: 270-388-5253

Aug 28

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

Friday, August 28, 2026 – Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 8:25pm

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

Enjoy a weekend of classic movies at the Calvert Drive-In! It's Harry Potter weekend at the drive-in with the Sorcerer's Stone showing at 8:25pm and the Chamber of Secrets immediately after at 11:00pm. Stock up on food items at their on-site restaurant and soak in a fun evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Aug 28

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Friday, August 28, 2026 – Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 11:00pm

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

Enjoy a weekend of classic movies at the Calvert Drive-In! It's Harry Potter weekend at the drive-in with the Sorcerer's Stone showing at 8:25pm and the Chamber of Secrets immediately after at 11:00pm. Stock up on food items at their on-site restaurant and soak in a fun evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Aug 29

Saturday Planetarium Events

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - various times

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

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Retro - Best of the 80's at 5:30pm Laser Beatles at 7pm Laser Metallica at 8pm

Contact: 270-924-2233

Aug 29

Silent Sight

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 11:30am - 12pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

One of the rarest owls in Kentucky, barn owls once were quite common, but slowly started to disappear. Come up close and meet Ghost our resident barn owl, as we talk about her story and how we can help barn owls in Kentucky.

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 29

Crazy for Carrion

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 1:30pm - 2pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at our new (and very personable) turkey vulture that just loves dinner-time, and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 29

The Science of Hummingbirds

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Hummingbirds can flap their wings 80 times per second! Let's discover the amazing world of hummingbirds through hands-on and interactive activities and try to meet a few of our fast-paced flyers in the backyard!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 29

Street Corner Symphony - A Cappella

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 7pm - 9pm

The Badgett Playhouse, 1838 JH O'Bryan Avenue, Grand Rivers, Grand Rivers

Enjoy a night out at The Badgett Playhouse! Tonight's feature is Street Corner Symphony, sing along with hits from this A Cappella group.

Aug 29

Cadiz Farmers Market

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 7am - 12pm

Cadiz Farmers Market Pavilion, 21 Spring Street, Cadiz, Cadiz

Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

Aug 29

Meet the Birds

Saturday, August 29, 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

Aug 29

Knitting

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 10am - 11am

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Join us on the farm for a cozy, hands-on fiber experience! Discover the art of knitting as we demonstrate basic techniques, share its rich historical significance, and explore how this timeless craft has connected communities for generations. Guests will have the opportunity to try knitting themselves and add a few stitches to our ongoing community washcloth project - or practice on a sample swatch designed just for beginners. Whether you're brand new to knitting or simply curious about its history, this interactive experience offers a warm, welcoming space to learn, create, and connect. Come stitch a row and become part of the story!

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 29

Murray Downtown Farmers Market

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 7am - 12pm

5th & Maple Streets, Murray, Murray

Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

Aug 29

Jordan Skoda and The Damwrights

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 1:30 - 5:30pm

Fat Daddy's, 119 Driftwood Shores, Dover, Dover

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

Contact: www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Aug 29

No Limits

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 6:30 - 9:30pm

Tiki Turtle, 265 Nautical Drive, Grand Rivers, Grand Rivers

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

Contact: www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-tu…

Aug 29

Live Music at Echo Charlie's

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - 6pm - 10pm

Echo Charlie's, 7612 KY-93 South, Eddyville, Eddyville

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

Contact: eddycreek.com/events/

Aug 30

Peewee Predators

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Don't let their small stature fool you, these tiny predators are ferocious! From lightning-fast reflexes to silent ninja-like movement, these tiny terrors are some of the most fearsome predators around. Come and meet some of our smallest native predators and learn how size isn't everything!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 30

Sunday Funday: Red Wolves

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

Woodlands Nature Station, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our endangered Red Wolves! 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 wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

Contact: (270) 924-2020

Aug 30

Basket Making

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 10am - 11:30am

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

From egg baskets to picnic baskets, many different types of baskets were created by hand to help do the many jobs on the farm. Join us today to learn about the different kinds of baskets, their uses, and some tips for making your own at home.

Contact: 931-232-6457

Aug 30

Pigging Out

Sunday, August 30, 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

Aug 30

Murray State Women's Soccer vs. Georgia Southern

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 1pm

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

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

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

Aug 30

No Deposit

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 1:30 - 5:30pm

Fat Daddy's, 119 Driftwood Shores, Dover, Dover

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

Contact: www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Sep 4

Chris Jordan

Friday, September 4, 2026 - 1:30 - 5:30pm

Fat Daddy's, 119 Driftwood Shores, Dover, Dover

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

Contact: www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Sep 4

Memphis Yahoos

Friday, September 4, 2026 - 6:30 - 9:30pm

Tiki Turtle, 265 Nautical Drive, Grand Rivers, Grand Rivers

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

Contact: www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-tu…

Sep 4

Cars

Friday, September 4, 2026 – Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 8:00pm

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

Enjoy a weekend of classic movies at the Calvert Drive-In! This weekend will have showings of two all-time Disney-Pixar classics, with Cars at 8:00pm and Toy Story at 10:00pm. Stock up on concessions at the drive-in's in-house restaurant and soak up an evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Sep 4

Toy Story

Friday, September 4, 2026 – Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 10:00pm

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

Enjoy a weekend of classic movies at the Calvert Drive-In! This weekend will have showings of two all-time Disney-Pixar classics, with Cars at 8:00pm and Toy Story at 10:00pm. Stock up on concessions at the drive-in's in-house restaurant and soak up an evening under the stars!

Contact: 270-573-7759

Sep 5

Critter Scene Investigation

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

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

Do you think you have what it takes to be a Critter Scene Investigator? Come hone your investigating skills by looking at different wildlife “critter scenes” and use the clues to discover who is responsible!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Pretty Grim

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 1:30 - 5:30pm

Fat Daddy's, 119 Driftwood Shores, Dover, Dover

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

Contact: www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Sep 5

King Kaiju

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 6:30 - 9:30pm

Tiki Turtle, 265 Nautical Drive, Grand Rivers, Grand Rivers

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

Contact: www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-tu…

Sep 5

Sullivan 3

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 6pm - 10pm

Echo Charlie's, 7612 KY-93 South, Eddyville, Eddyville

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

Contact: eddycreek.com/events/

Sep 5

Axe Throwing

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

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

Come out and play a kid-friendly game of Axe Throwing! Bring your A-game, compete with siblings and friends, and otherwise have a great time tossing these foam + Velcro projectiles. Fun for the whole family.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Trades Fair

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10am - 3pm

Homeplace Working Farm, 4512 The Trace, Dover, LBL

This Labor Day weekend celebrate the hard labor and hand work skills of our ancestors. Visit this weekend with local traditional trades and craft people as they share their skills and knowledge of these lost folk arts. If you are interested in having a booth at the annual Trades Fair email: sshakleford@friendsoflbl.org Vendors: Bramble & Bee (Honey Products) Brent McKinney (Stone Cutter and Copper Jewelry) Caleb Coots (Saturday Only Live Music) Daily Bread Milling (Flour) Hoptown Foods (Food Truck) James Kneeling (Wood Carvings) Lee Family Farm & Petting Zoo (Saturday Only) Liz & the Amish (Baked Goods and Root Beer - Sunday Only) Pettygrew Grist Mill (Grits and Milling Demonstrations) Shades Ridge Farm (Goat Milk Soap) Tammy Trawick (Baked Goods) Tennessee River Artist Blacksmith Association (Blacksmithing Demonstrations)

Contact: 931-232-6457

Sep 5

Paw Paw Path Hike

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 10:30am - 12pm

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

Join a naturalist for a beginner-friendly, 1 mile hike to learn foraging safety tips as well as general trail safety like how to identify poison ivy and what to do if you encounter a wild animal.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

DIY Animal Track Book Craft

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 11am - 1pm

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

Can you identify what animal has been around from only its footprints? Join us and learn about animal tracks while crafting a booklet that can help you remember what certain tracks look like and can maybe even assist you out in the wild!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Kid vs. Wild

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 1pm - 2:30pm

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

Hey kids! Learn some basic outdoor survival skills like building temporary shelters, what to pack in a survival kit, and more by trying some fun hands-on activities.

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Campground Critters

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 3:30pm - 4pm

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

Campgrounds are one of the best places to spot wildlife! In this program, you’ll get the chance to meet a few critters that might wander into your campsite! Learn why campgrounds make a good home base for animals as well as what you can do as a responsible camper to keep them happy and healthy!

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Sunset Kayak Trip

Saturday, September 5, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Come along for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Land Between the Lakes scenic bays. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife such as osprey, eagles, beavers, egrets, frogs, and songbirds. Enjoy a feast for the eyes and ears as the sun dips below the trees and nature’s evening chorus comes to life. $30 per person admission - reservation and full deposit required Participants must be 13+ years old

Contact: 270-924-2020

Sep 5

Labor Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival

Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Monday, September 7, 2026 - 9am - 5pm

Little Lake Park, Little Lake Park, Payne St, Grand Rivers, Grand Rivers

The Grand Rivers Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival returns as the largest and longest running arts and crafts festival in the region, now celebrating 50 years! Gates open at 9am daily. Closing at 5pm on Saturday and Sunday, and 3pm on Labor Day Featuring over 125 vendors, specialty food and beverage vendors, and Live Music all three days of the festival.

Contact: 270-362-0152

Sep 6

Murray State Women's Soccer vs. Austin Peay

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 1pm

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

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

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

Sep 6

NCT Bass Club Open at Lick Creek

Sunday, September 6, 2026 - 9am - 5pm

Lick Creek Boat Ramp, Colson Road, Dover, Dover

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club is hosting open tournaments throughout 2026 at Lick Creek Boat Ramp in Dover. Two person team or fish by yourself for $50.00 per boat with 80% payout. Optional $10.00 Big Bass Pot with 100% Payout for a total of $60.00 at ramp. Tournament dates are 3/15, 3/29, 4/19, 5/31, 6/7, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16, 9/6, and 9/20. For more details, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568.

Contact: 931-802-1568