REGIONAL EVENTS
Murray State Softball vs Evansville
Apr 18, 2025 - 5pm
MSU Racer Field // Gilbert Graves Dr - Murray
https://goracers.com/sports/softball/schedule
Watch the Murray State Racers softball team this season at Racer Field. All softball games are free to attend. For more info, visit goracers.com.
Easter on the Square
Apr 19, 2025 - 9am-12pm
Courthouse Square // 206 S 4th St - Murray
Downtown Murray will be hosting an Easter celebration on the central square! Children ages zero to eight can join in egg hunts and spring-themed activities. Meet special characters, Mr. Tom Carrots and the Bubble Fairy, for a morning of festive cheer.
Eiffel Tower Park Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 19, 2025 - 10am
Eiffel Tower Park // 1020 Maurice Fields Dr - Paris
Easter egg hunt at eiffel tower park! Those who find the Metallic egg should come to the prize table as soon as you finish egg hunting! One Metallic egg per child. Whoever guesses the correct number of jelly beans will be announced on City of Paris Facebook page! Also, be on the look out for the Easter Bunny!
Schedule:
Special needs at 10:00am
Children ages 1-2 at 10:20am
Children ages 3-4 at 10:40am
Children ages 5-7 at 11:00am
Children ages 8-10 at 11:20am
Banking with my Peeps Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 19, 2025 - Varies
Mike Miller Park // 596 US-68 - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/events/2403882829975088
Join us for Lake Chem's Annual Banking with my Peeps Easter Egg Hunt! With fields designated for kids from newborn to 12, and even a special needs field- there is fun for the whole family here! Our special guest, the Easter Bunny, will be at the gazebo to take pictures with children at 12:30pm and then the hunt will begin promptly at 2:00pm!
Murray State Softball vs Evansville
Apr 19, 2025 - 2pm
MSU Racer Field // Gilbert Graves Dr - Murray
https://goracers.com/sports/softball/schedule
Watch the Murray State Racers softball team this season at Racer Field. All softball games are free to attend. For more info, visit goracers.com.
Kentucky Sheriffs Boys & Girls Ranch Car Show
Apr 19, 2025 - TBD
Kentucky Dam Village // Old Beach Area - Gilbertsville
270-551-2095
For the 50th anniversary of the Kentucky Sheriffs' Boys and Girls Ranch, Kentucky Dam Village is hosting a Car Show to help raise funds for the upcoming camping season. There is a $10 entry fee for cars, with a 50/50 drawing at 4:00 PM. Car owners must be present to win. The event will also feature many raffle items. The event will be held at the old beach (the parking lot between the lodge and convention center).
Quilting Bee
Apr 19, 2025 thru Apr 20, 2025 - 10am-4pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
Come celebrate the art of quilting-where history, memory, and artistry come together in every stitch! The Quilting Bee, like a Barn Raising, was the opportunity to lighten the load of their labor while also connecting with their community. Not only would work get done and tasty treats be had, but the gossip was sure to fly! Come on out and join us for our day of celebrating all things quilts and quilting, including a display of antique quilts, demonstrations of quilting, and hands-on activities.
Starts 10am on the 19th and ends at 4pm on the 20th.
Those Sneaky Rabbits are at it Again!
Apr 20, 2025 - 10am-3:30pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
Time to celebrate Easter on the farm! Join us in a scavenger hunt. Look all around the farm and see what you can learn about rabbits! You might even figure out why it's some crazy bunny delivering the eggs and not our lovely chicken Scissors!
Lake Barkley Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 20, 2025 - 2:30pm
Lake Barkley State Resort Park // 3500 State Park Rd - Cadiz
270-924-1131
Bring the family down to beautiful Lake Barkley State Resort Park Easter Sunday to snap a picture and let the little ones go on the hunt for Easter eggs. Meet the Easter bunny starts at 2:30 PM and our egg hunt will begin promptly at 3:00 PM.
Murray State Softball vs Evansville
Apr 20, 2025 - 12pm
MSU Racer Field // Gilbert Graves Dr - Murray
https://goracers.com/sports/softball/schedule
Watch the Murray State Racers softball team this season at Racer Field. All softball games are free to attend. For more info, visit goracers.com.
Yoga in the Park
Apr 22, 2025 - 6pm
Calvert City Civic Center // 861 E 5th Ave - Calvert City
info@calvertcityky.gov
You are invited to join in on this exciting yoga journey, fostering connections with others and embracing the myriad benefits of yoga. Yoga mats will not be provided. Children are allowed but must be accompanied by an adult. Classes will be held once a week on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Calvert City Civic Center. There is no charge.
Earth Day Shoreline Clean Up
Apr 22, 2025 - 9am
Blue Springs Trail Head // 3500 State Park Rd - Cadiz
270-924-1131
Join us at Lake Barkley for a day dedicated to improving the health and preserving the beauty of our park! We will gather at the Blue Springs Trail Head in front of Little River Warehouse at 9:00 AM, where we'll distribute gloves, trash bags, and water. After a brief orientation, we'll split into groups and tackle littered areas we've identified as needing attention. Please come dressed for outdoor work (sturdy shoes, long sleeves, sunscreen) and bring any necessary personal items. We'll break for lunch (feel free to bring your own or snacks) and continue working until 2:00 PM. At that time, we'll meet back at the Blue Springs Trail Head to gather all collected garbage and litter. For more information or to RSVP, please contact jared.phelps@ky.gov. We look forward to seeing you there as we work together to keep Lake Barkley beautiful!
Earth Day Celebration
Apr 22, 2025 - 9am-4pm
Kentucky Dam Village // 166 Upper Village Dr - Gilbertsville
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/
Celebrate the Sustainability Garden's 5th Year! Tree giveaways, a crafting station, a potting station, yard games, nature hikes, conservation info, live music, and more!
A Jaunty Trek Through the Trees
Apr 26, 2025 - 11am-3:45pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
Come get some fresh spring air! Learn about the trees you'll see in the woods all around the region. Come to enjoy the views or brush up on your dendrology. Why not both?
Meet at the double pen porch. The tour should take approximately 40 minutes.
Tours are from 11am-11:45am, 1:30pm-2:15pm, and 3:00pm-3:45pm.
Bread with a Twist
Apr 26, 2025 - 1pm-3pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
Pretzels have a long history. This simple snack food was a favorite among all walks of life. Join us as we demonstrate how pretzels would have been made on our historic wood stove.
Grand Rivers Quilt Show
Apr 23, 2025 thru Apr 26, 2025 - 9am-5pm
Grand Rivers Community Center // 155 W Cumberland Ave - Grand Rivers
270-362-0152
The best community quilt show in the region. View vintage and new quilts up close, quilt raffle, and vendors. Only $3 per person for all-day admission.
Earth Day Celebration
Apr 26, 2025 - 10am-2pm
Doran Arboretum // 300 Hickory Dr - Murray
Celebrate Earth Day at the Doran Arboretum! New this year the Friends of the Arboretum are partnering with the Four Rivers Watershed Sustainability group to bring the community a Bigger and Better Celebration. We will still be having our Big Flower Sale, yearly Arbor Day Tree Planting, and Kite Festival, but we will now have over 30 Booths set up for people of all Ages to Enjoy. We will have Storytime for the kids, Animal with Energy for all, and Beau Dodson will present on Climate for the Environmental Enthusiasts. Like last year, The 5k and 1 mile Mutt Strut will kick off the day, bright and early. The greenhouses will be open for business at 9am and booths will be ready for visitors at 10 am. Lunch will be available for just $5!
Always Loretta
Apr 26, 2025 - 7pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/events/8637788712967061
After Ms. Lynn's unfortunate recent passing, Emily Portman connected with Loretta's longtime backup band, The Coalminers. They agreed to join talents and collaborate to honor the memory and music of this true country music trail blazer with "Always Loretta"- a show authorized by the Loretta Lynn family that includes all the greatest hits and shares intimate stories of Loretta's life through the eyes of those who knew her best.
Olivia Faye
Apr 26, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Ralphs's Harborview Bar & Grill // 570 Moors Rd - Gibertsville
270-363-8361
Live music at Moors Resort and Marina on Kentucky Lake! Join us at Ralph's to enjoy and support some of our favorite local entertainers!
AQS Quilt Week
Apr 22, 2025 thru Apr 26, 2025 - Various Times
Schroeder Expo Center // 415 Park Street - Paducah
https://www.americanquilter.com/paducah-2025
Experience a week filled with quilts at AQS QuiltWeek in Paducah, Kentucky! Participate in quilt workshops, attend engaging lectures, and journey down aisles of fabrics, notions, and more at the Vendor Mall. Immerse yourself in the beauty of award-winning quilts, semi-finalist contest quilts, and special exhibits that will surely inspire you. For more information, visit this link.
Cornfield Fishing Gear Demo Days
Apr 25, 2025 thru Apr 26, 2025 - 9am
Moors Resort & Marina // 570 Moors Rd - Gilbertsville
https://www.facebook.com/events/929128985746252
Experience a day of food, fellowship, fun, and fishing at Moors Resort and Marina! Bring your boat and let their expert pros and installers help you find the perfect equipment fit for your fishing style. You'll also have the chance to chat with their Tournament Championship Anglers and Guides. Stay tuned for more updates!
Piecing and Quilting
Apr 27, 2025 - 1pm-3pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
Beautiful, artistic, and practical. Quilts are not only stunning works of art, but also treasures of tradition on the farm. Join us for a demonstration on piecing together and sewing quilts by hand, like they would have done in the 1850s. Whether you're a quilting enthusiast or have never seen one before, you are invited to share your stories and discover the beauty and skill behind these fabric masterpieces.
Storytime
Apr 27, 2025 - 10:30am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
Join us by the fire and enjoy a story read by one of our staff members. Grimms Fairy Tales, Aesop's Fables, or a story from Hans Christian Anderson, together we will decipher what lesson the story endeavors to tell.
Nevermore - The Imaginary Life & Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe
Apr 24, 2025 thru Apr 27, 2025 - 7:30pm-9:30pm
Robert E. Johnson Theatre (MSU) // Price Doyle Fine Arts Center 106 - Murray
270-809-4421
This unique and wildly theatrical musical combines haunting music and poetic storytelling to chronicle the fascinating life of iconic American writer Edgar Allan Poe. A literary rock star of his day, Poe struggles with tragedy and addiction, poverty and loss, yet produces some of the world's most original, visionary and enduring literature before dying in unexplained circumstances at the age of 40. At once gorgeous and grotesque, Nevermore explores the events that shape Poe's character and career, blurring the line between fact and fiction--after all, as Poe himself writes, "All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream."
Free admission for Murray State students. Tickets are $20.
Murray Paddle Mania
Apr 25, 2025 thru Apr 27, 2025 - 8:30am-9:30am
CFSB Center // 1401 KY - 121 - Murray
m_cavness@yahoo.com
The Murray Pickleball Association is excited to present our first Regional Pickleball tournament! This three day event will take place April 25-27 at the beautiful indoor CFSB Center located in Murray Kentucky.
This round robin tournament is designed to offer a great experience for all players, allowing for multiple games, and a competitive playoff round at the end of the round robin for the top teams of each division.
Registration is $45 and the deadline is April 14.
Yoga in the Park
Apr 29, 2025 - 6pm
Calvert City Civic Center // 861 E 5th Ave - Calvert City
info@calvertcityky.gov
You are invited to join in on this exciting yoga journey, fostering connections with others and embracing the myriad benefits of yoga. Yoga mats will not be provided. Children are allowed but must be accompanied by an adult. Classes will be held once a week on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Calvert City Civic Center. There is no charge.
Life on the Farm
Apr 1, 2025 thru Apr 30, 2025 - 10am-4pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
The Homeplace is an 1850's working living history farm that gives visitors a chance to step back in time and get a glimpse of life on a 19th century farm in middle Tennessee. The farm has 15 original and restored log structures, gardens, crop fields, and heritage breed animals. Interpreters in period clothing demonstrate daily chores and traditional skills used on a middle-class farm allowing for a unique look at how life has change dover the past 150+ years.
Goodnight, Farm!
Apr 1, 2025 thru Apr 30, 2025 - 4pm-4:30pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/
We start our evening chores with the adorable Parade of Chickens, featuring our beloved Scissors the Hen. It's a Homeplace Tradition! Then we say goodnight to the young whippersnappers on the farm, our pigs. Finally, you can help us herd our sheep to the front of the farm...well actually, they already know the way. It's a sheep's world, and we're just living in it. Get up close and personal with the real stars of the farm, our ANIMALS!
Food Truck Friday
May 2, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is back for its seventh year in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Murray State Softball vs Illinois State
May 2, 2025 - 5pm
MSU Racer Field // Gilbert Graves Dr - Murray
https://goracers.com/sports/softball/schedule
Watch the Murray State Racers softball team this season at Racer Field. All softball games are free to attend. For more info, visit goracers.com.
Kites Over Calvert
May 3, 2025 - 1pm-3pm
Calvert City Doctors Park Pavilion // 23 Park Rd - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/events/974108807509646
The Calvert Area Development Association will be giving kites away on a first-come, first-served basis to children. Get to Doctors Park (behind City Hall) early to get a free kite! Free and open to the public, this annual event is not to be missed! Grab your kite for a fun-filled afternoon of kite flying!
Anna Lynn Ferris Band
May 3, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
The Inspirations
May 3, 2025 - 7pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/events/425919973728775
Martin Cook, a former piano player for the Kingsmen and a chemistry teacher at Swain High School in Bryson City, NC, formed the Inspirations in 1964 with several of his teenage students: Archie Watkins, Ronnie Hutchins, Jack Laws and Dean Robinson. The Inspirations became full-time in 1969, a year after hosting their first "Singing In The Smokies" event. Bass singer Mike Holcomb joined them in 1972.
Ethan Torsak
May 3, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Ralphs's Harborview Bar & Grill // 570 Moors Rd - Gibertsville
270-363-8361
Live music at Moors Resort and Marina on Kentucky Lake! Join us at Ralph's to enjoy and support some of our favorite local entertainers!
Benton Farmer's Market
May 3, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Murray State Softball vs Illinois State
May 3, 2025 - 2pm
MSU Racer Field // Gilbert Graves Dr - Murray
https://goracers.com/sports/softball/schedule
Watch the Murray State Racers softball team this season at Racer Field. All softball games are free to attend. For more info, visit goracers.com.
Andrew O'Rourke
May 4, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
USA Bassin Championship Week
Apr 24, 2025 thru May 4, 2025 - Varies
Kentucky Dam Village // 166 Upper Village Dr - Gilbertsville
http://www.usabassin.com/index.php
The USA Bassin Championship week is four Championship events back to back for a chance to win cash, boats, and more! Hosted by the Kentucky Lake CVB and taking place at Kentucky Dam Marina and Kentucky Dam Village. This event is sure to hold lots of excitement over the course of ten days!
Murray State Softball vs Illinois State
May 4, 2025 - 12pm
MSU Racer Field // Gilbert Graves Dr - Murray
https://goracers.com/sports/softball/schedule
Watch the Murray State Racers softball team this season at Racer Field. All softball games are free to attend. For more info, visit goracers.com.
Max Hurt Memorial Golf Tournament
May 9, 2025 - 12pm - 5pm
Murray Country Club // 1072 5th Ave SE - Murray
https://www.tourmurray.com/events/max-hurt-memorial-rotary-golf-tournament
With over 10,000 dollars in cash prizes, the Murray Rotary Club's Annual Max Hurt Memorial Golf Tournament is the perfect way to spend a summer Saturday.
The McCartney Years
May 9, 2025 - 7pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/events/1339760310410948
"The world's premiere Paul McCartney concert experience, The McCartney Years are coming to the Kentucky Opry! This authentic, family-friendly show features the greatest hits from the Beatles and Wings and is guaranteed to get you up and dancing!"
Food Truck Friday
May 9, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Les Reynolds Memorial Car Cruise/Concert
May 10, 2025 - 5pm
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Car Cruise on Benton's Court Square beginning at 5pm. Concert by Justin Hatcher and Higher Calling to start at 6pm. Bring a lawn chair and some friends and come join the fun!
Grits & Whiskey
May 10, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
MLF Bass Fishing League
May 10, 2025 - 6am
Kentucky Dam Marina // 466 Marina Dr - Gilbertsville
https://majorleaguefishing.com/events/2025-04-26-kentucky-barkley-lake/
Takeoff is at 6am, and Weigh-ins are at 2pm.
Off Limits: Standard MLF5 off-limits apply, plus the area inside the breakwall at Kentucky Dam Marina and the paddleboat area. Locking is not permitted.
Fishing License: A Kentucky license is required for Kentucky waters. A Tennessee license is required for Tennessee waters. KY and TN licenses reciprocate on Kentucky Lake from Egner's Ferry Bridge to the Highway 79 Bridge. A KY license can be purchased over the phone at 877-598-2401. A TN license can be purchased over the phone at 888-891-8972. Either license can be purchased online at majorleaguefishing.com/fishing-license.
Catch Limits: Boater: 5; Co-Angler: 3
Size Limit: 15 inches.
Benton Farmer's Market
May 10, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Dale & The Rockers
May 11, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Playhouse in the Park Presents Bettlejuice
May 1, 2025 thru May 11, 2025 - Various Times
Playhouse in the Park // 701 Gil Hopson Drive - Murray
https://www.playhousemurray.org/events/beetlejuicejr
Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole "being dead thing." Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life.
Showtimes are Friday and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2:30pm.
For more information, visit Playhouse in the Park's website.
Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt
May 16, 2025 - 6pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/events/golf-cart-scavenger-hunt-2/
Get ready for a fun-filled evening! Join us at Memorial Park on May 16th at 6pm for a Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt. Grab your golf cart, gather 2-6 friends, and bring your camera-equipped cellphone. Follow the clues, snap those pictures, and you could win a gift card to a local Calvert City restaurant! Free and open to everyone.
Food Truck Friday
May 16, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Legacy
May 17, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Jason Hudy: Mesmerizing Magic
May 17, 2025 - 7pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/events/484156134631927
Jason's magic has been featured in theaters, performing arts centers, cruise ships and casinos, and now he is coming to you. He is a regular guest entertainer on Disney Cruise Lines, and was one of a select group of magicians invited to perform at the "House of Magic" at Studio City Casino in Macau, near Hong Kong. Jason was part of a tour that performed in 30 cities across China and performed 950 performances of "The Magic of Saipan" on the island of Saipan, a US Territory in the South Pacific Ocean. His TedX Talk gives audiences a "peak behind the curtain" into the world of magic and illusion.
Relax & Re-wine
May 17, 2025 - 5pm
Poca Terra Winery // 633 Gatlin Road - Benton
270-493-2682
Enjoy live music by Lew Jetton and delicious food from Burgers on Wheels! There's no cover charge, and no reservations are needed for lawn seating-just bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax. If you'd like a reserved table, we've got options: $20 for a table for four or $10 for a table for two. Call 270-493-2682 to reserve your spot-prepayment is required, and availability is limited. Please support our local vendors by refraining from bringing outside food or beverages. Don't miss this great night of music, food, and fun!
Benton Farmer's Market
May 17, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Tough Enough
May 18, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
May 18, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Food Truck Friday
May 23, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
TN Outlaw Country Band
May 24, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Johnny Mac
May 24, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Ralphs's Harborview Bar & Grill // 570 Moors Rd - Gibertsville
270-363-8361
Live music at Moors Resort and Marina on Kentucky Lake! Join us at Ralph's to enjoy and support some of our favorite local entertainers!
Benton Farmer's Market
May 24, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Blast Over Kuttawa
May 24, 2025 - Dusk
Hu-B's // 1709 Lake Barkley Dr - Kuttawa
270-388-9563
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Hu-B's in Kuttawa with fireworks at dusk and live entertainment.
Stronghold
May 25, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Memphis Yahoos
May 26, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Hayleigh Martin
May 30, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Ralphs's Harborview Bar & Grill // 570 Moors Rd - Gibertsville
270-363-8361
Live music at Moors Resort and Marina on Kentucky Lake! Join us at Ralph's to enjoy and support some of our favorite local entertainers!
Food Truck Friday
May 30, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Lake Barkley's Cannonball Run
May 30, 2025 thru May 31, 2025 - Time TBD
Lake Barkley // Lake Barkley - Kuttawa
https://kuttawacannonballrun.com/contact/
The Kuttawa Cannonball Run is a popular annual poker run on Lake Barkley, held in Kuttawa, Kentucky. This event combines the thrill of boating with the excitement of poker. Participants navigate a scenic course around the lake, stopping at designated points to draw cards and build their poker hands. The goal is to have the best hand at the end, not the fastest time. This family-friendly event brings together boat enthusiasts of all types for fun, camaraderie, and community spirit, all while benefiting local charities. Whether you're a seasoned boater or a first-time participant, the Kuttawa Cannonball Run is a unique and exciting way to experience Lake Barkley!
The Heartbreaks
May 31, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
May 31, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Scotty Ray Morton
Jun 1, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Calvert City Summer Slam
May 30, 2025 thru Jun 1, 2025 - 8am-7pm
Calvert City Pickleball Courts // 23 Park Rd - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/
The best little pickleball tournament in Kentucky! Mark your calendars for May 30th through June 1st, 2025, and prepare for a weekend of thrilling matches, fantastic food, and community spirit at the Calvert City Pickleball Courts.
Registration opens on 3/1.
Lauren Freebird
Jun 6, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jun 6, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Rayla Ray Band
Jun 7, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Mark Chesnutt
Jun 7, 2025 - 7pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/events/9557128224308924
Mark Chesnutt is one of Country's true musical treasures. Critics have hailed him as a classic Country singer of the first order and some of Country music's most elite entertainers, from George Jones to George Strait, echo the sentiment.
Kids Art in the Park
Jun 7, 2025 - 9am-1pm
Memorial Park // 1048 E 5th Ave - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/events/570900659281821
Wear your not-so-good clothes for this event! Free and open to the public! Join us in Calvert City Memorial Park from 9am to 1pm for all things art!
Benton Farmer's Market
Jun 7, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Chris Turner Band
Jun 8, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
MLF Bass Pro Tour
Jun 5, 2025 thru Jun 8, 2025 - TBD
Kentucky Dam Marina // 466 Marina Dr - Gilbertsville
270-527-3128
Prepare for four days of intense angling action as 66 elite anglers battle it out in a high-stakes bass fishing tournament. This event features a unique format designed to test the skills and strategies of every competitor.
Tournament Format
Qualifying Days: June 5-6th
Knockout Round: June 7th
Championship Round: June 8th
For more information click here.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Jun 8, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Dallas Duff
Jun 13, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jun 13, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Black Hole Suns
Jun 14, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Car Cruise/Concert
Jun 14, 2025 - 5pm
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Car Cruise on Benton's Court Square beginning at 5pm. Concert by The River Dust Duo to start at 6pm. Bring a lawn chair and some friends and come join the fun!
MLF Bass Fishing League
Jun 14, 2025 - 7am
Moors Resort & Marina // 570 Moors Rd - Gilbertsville
270-527-3128
Takeoff is at 7am, and Weigh-ins are at 3pm.
Off Limits: Standard MLF5 off-limits apply, plus the area inside the breakwall at Moors Resort. Locking is not permitted.
Fishing License: A Kentucky license is required for Kentucky waters. A Tennessee license is required for Tennessee waters. KY and TN licenses reciprocate on Kentucky Lake from Egner's Ferry Bridge to the Highway 79 Bridge. A KY license can be purchased over the phone at 877-598-2401. A TN license can be purchased over the phone at 888-891-8972. Either license can be purchased online at majorleaguefishing.com/fishing-license.
Catch Limits: Boater: 5; Co-Angler: 3
Size Limit: 15 inches.
For more information click here.
Benton Farmer's Market
Jun 14, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Sullivan 3
Jun 15, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Playhouse in the Park Presents All Shook Up
Jun 6, 2025 thru Jun 15, 2025 - Various Times
Playhouse in the Park // 701 Gil Hopson Drive - Murray
https://www.playhousemurray.org/events/beetlejuicejr
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley. It's 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that'll have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as "Heartbreak Hotel," "Jailhouse Rock," and "Don't Be Cruel."
Showtimes are Friday and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2:30pm.
For more information, visit Playhouse in the Park's website.
Drew Whitehead
Jun 20, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jun 20, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Dean Akridge Invitational Baseball Tournament
Jun 19, 2025 thru Jun 21, 2025 - Various Times
Lee S. Jones Park // Lee S Jones Park Rd - Eddyville
American Legion Post 68 in Kuttawa will be hosting the Dean Akridge Invitational Tournament June 19-21 at Lee S. Jones Park in Eddyville. More details as the event draws closer. Follow Post 68 on Facebook.
Pretty Grim
Jun 21, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Relax & Re-wine
Jun 21, 2025 - 5pm
Poca Terra Winery // 633 Gatlin Road - Benton
270-493-2682
Enjoy live music by River Dust Duo and delicious food from Handheld Food Truck! There's no cover charge, and no reservations are needed for lawn seating-just bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax. If you'd like a reserved table, we've got options: $20 for a table for four or $10 for a table for two. Call 270-493-2682 to reserve your spot-prepayment is required, and availability is limited. Please support our local vendors by refraining from bringing outside food or beverages. Don’t miss this great night of music, food, and fun!
Benton Farmer's Market
Jun 21, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
King Kaiju
Jun 22, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Robin Taylor
Jun 27, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jun 27, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Trigg Warning
Jun 28, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Jun 28, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Andrew O'Rourke
Jun 29, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Jun 29, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Ameribration Pagent
Jun 30, 2025 - 6pm
Calvert City Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/
The Ameribration Pageant is a standing tradition in Calvert City. Ages 0-21 are welcome to participate. The winner in each age division receives a crown, trophy, sash, and cash award. Wear your favorite red, white, and blue summer attire! There will be no registration at the door!
Jordan Skoda & Damnwrights
Jul 4, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jul 4, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Anna Lynn Ferris Band
Jul 5, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Jul 5, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Thunder Over Eddy Bay
Jul 5, 2025 - Dusk
Eddy Creek Marina // 7612 KY 93 South - Eddyville
270-388-2271
Enjoy fireworks at Eddy Creek! Best viewed from the waters of Lake Barkley. Very limited parking (only available to Eddy Creek Marina Resort guests) but shuttle service is planning to be provided. More details will be posted as we get closer to the date!
Stronghold
Jul 6, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Amanda McCarthy
Jul 7, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Dallas Duff
Jul 8, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Nick Bentley
Jul 9, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Philip Loney
Jul 10, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Dark Waters Project
Jul 11, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jul 11, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Breakin Steel
Jul 12, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Glow Bingo
Jul 12, 2025 - TBD
HH Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join the Benton Partnership for a fun filled night of GLOW bingo for a chance to win cash and prizes!
Benton Farmer's Market
Jul 12, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Sullivan 3
Jul 13, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Eddie Bustamante
Jul 18, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jul 18, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Marina Crawl
Jul 19, 2025 - Various Times
Lake Barkley // Lake Barkley - Eddyville
270-388-4769
Save the date! The Marina Crawl returns this July 2025 to Lake Barkley! Travel around your boat to various marina stops on the lake and pick up your card. More details will be posted as we draw closer to the date.
Kyle Wallace & The Wingers
Jul 19, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Jul 19, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Nightingale Band
Jul 20, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Jul 20, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Joe Nulty
Jul 25, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Food Truck Friday
Jul 25, 2025 - 10:30am-1:30pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/calvertcityky
Food Truck Friday is here in Calvert City Memorial Park! Lunch is from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We hope to see you there!
Faded Domain
Jul 26, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Relax & Re-wine
Jul 26, 2025 - 6pm
Poca Terra Winery // 633 Gatlin Road - Benton
270-493-2682
Enjoy live music by Melanie Davis and delicious food from Chimney's Food Truck! There's no cover charge, and no reservations are needed for lawn seating-just bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax. If you'd like a reserved table, we've got options: $20 for a table for four or $10 for a table for two. Call 270-493-2682 to reserve your spot—prepayment is required, and availability is limited. Please support our local vendors by refraining from bringing outside food or beverages. Don't miss this great night of music, food, and fun!
Benton Farmer's Market
Jul 26, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Pebo Wilson
Jul 27, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Legacy
Aug 2, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Aug 2, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Tough Enough
Aug 3, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Aug 3, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Rayla Ray
Aug 9, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Lorrie Morgan
Aug 9, 2025 - 7pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
270-527-3869
She is undeniably one of the most eloquently emotive vocalists of modern times.
Lorrie Morgan, the first woman in her genre to begin her career with three consecutive Platinum albums, recently completed a new album with award-winning producer Richard Landis. Sadly, it is the final producing credit of Landis' illustrious career, as he passed in 2023 prior to the completion of the album. Dead Girl Walking (Cleopatra Records) is sure to be yet another collection showcasing the rainbow of emotions, from darkest heartache to bright, shiny humor, that is the hallmark of Morgan's range. The album is set for release JUNE 28, 2024.
Pickleball Tournament
Aug 9, 2025 - TBD
HH Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join the Benton Partnership for a local Pickleball tournament to raise money for park needs and expansion!
Benton Farmer's Market
Aug 9, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Amanda McCarthy Band
Aug 10, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Mystic Wolf
Aug 16, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Aug 16, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Ryan Rooster Lee
Aug 17, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Beat The Heat Pickleball Tournament
Aug 16, 2025 thru Aug 17, 2025 - Various Times
Kenlake State Park // 542 Kenlake Rd - Hardin
270-474-2211
Southern Pickleball presents the inaugural Beat the Heat - Kentucky tournament at Kenlake State Resort Park. The event will be two days, Saturday August 16th through Sunday August 17th.
August 16th - Women's and Women's Doubles
August 17th - Mixed Doubles
All matches will be played at the indoor tennis facility at Kenlake State Resort Park. Registration is $60 and includes one event. An additional event is $10. For more details, visit this link.
Pretty Grim
Aug 23, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Aug 23, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Jake Needham
Aug 24, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Andrew O'Rourke
Aug 30, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Aug 30, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Anna Lynn Ferris Band
Aug 31, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Chris Turner Band
Sep 1, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Jordan Skoda & Damnwrights
Sep 6, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Calvert Citywide Yardsale
Sep 4, 2025 thru Sep 6, 2025 - 7am-2pm
Calvert City // Throughout - Calvert City
https://www.facebook.com/events/1528041751147643
Start cleaning your closets and get ready for the Calvert Citywide Yard Sale, September 4-6! Does your organization want to participate as a fundraiser? Of course you can! To host a yard sale, simply go to this link to complete the form and use this page to promote your yard sale!
Benton Citywide Yard Sale
Sep 4, 2025 thru Sep 6, 2025 - TBD
City of Benton // Throughout - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Get ready to hunt for bargains! Shop around yard sales in Benton or set up your own. More information to come.
Benton Farmer's Market
Sep 6, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Sullivan 3
Sep 7, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
MLF Bass Fishing League (Illinois Div.)
Sep 6, 2025 thru Sep 7, 2025 - 6am
Kentucky Dam Marina // 570 Moors Rd - Gilbertsville
270-527-3128
Takeoff is at 6am, and Weigh-ins are at 2pm.
Off Limits: Standard MLF5 off-limits apply, plus the area inside the breakwall at Kentucky Dam Marina and paddleboat area. Locking is not permitted.
Fishing License: A Kentucky license is required for Kentucky waters. A Tennessee license is required for Tennessee waters. KY and TN licenses reciprocate on Kentucky Lake from Egner's Ferry Bridge to the Highway 79 Bridge. A KY license can be purchased over the phone at 877-598-2401. A TN license can be purchased over the phone at 888-891-8972. Either license can be purchased online at majorleaguefishing.com/fishing-license.
Catch Limits: Boater: 5; Co-Angler: 3
Size Limit: 15 inches.
For more information click here.
Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt
Sep 12, 2025 - 6pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/
Get ready for a fun-filled evening! Join us at Memorial Park on September 12th at 6pm for a Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt. Grab your golf cart, gather 2-6 friends, and bring your camera-equipped cellphone. Follow the clues, snap those pictures, and you could win a gift card to a local Calvert City restaurant! Free and open to everyone.
Memphis Yahoos
Sep 13, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Car Cruise/Concert
Sep 13, 2025 - 5pm
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Car Cruise on Benton's Court Square beginning at 5pm. Concert by Homemade Jam Band to start at 6pm. Bring a lawn chair and some friends and come join the fun!
Benton Farmer's Market
Sep 13, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Emily Ann & Church Street
Sep 14, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Suicide Awareness Walk
Sep 16, 2025 - 6pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/
Join us for the Calvert Cares Suicide Prevention Walk on September 16th at 6pm in Memorial Park. Did you know suicide is a leading cause of preventable death? This walk is a citywide acknowledgment of our support and care for those impacted by suicide. We'll share stories, mourn, and remember loved ones lost. Your participation helps create a powerful message: Your story doesn't end here.
Scotty Ray Morton
Sep 20, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Founder's Day
Sep 15, 2025 thru Sep 20, 2025 - Various Times
Throughout Eddyville // Eddyville - Eddyville
270-388-5300
The 62nd Annual Founder's Day celebration kicks off September 15 with tons of events the entire family will love. From live music to fireworks to food to kid's activities, there's a little bit of something for everyone. Be watching Lake Barkley's Facebook page as we get closer to the event for more information.
Benton Farmer's Market
Sep 20, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Nick Bentley
Sep 21, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Hopkins County Bass Tournament - Lake Barkley
Sep 27, 2025 - Time TBD
Lake Barkley Ramp in Kuttawa // Kuttawa - Kuttawa
270-871-9329
Anglers - save the date for the Hopkins County BASS Club Tournament on Lake Barkley September 27, 2025 at the Kuttawa ramp. More details will be posted as the date approaches.
Stronghold
Sep 27, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Benton Farmer's Market
Sep 27, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Kyle Wallace & The Wingers
Sep 28, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's // 119 Driftwood Shores Lane - Dover
https://www.fatdaddysfun.com
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
MLF Bass Fishing League (LBL Div.)
Sep 27, 2025 thru Sep 28, 2025 - 7am
Kentucky Dam Marina // 570 Moors Rd - Gilbertsville
270-527-3128
Takeoff is at 7am, and Weigh-ins are at 3pm.
Off Limits: Standard MLF5 off-limits apply, plus the area inside the breakwall at Kentucky Dam Marina and paddleboat area. Locking is not permitted.
Fishing License: A Kentucky license is required for Kentucky waters. A Tennessee license is required for Tennessee waters. KY and TN licenses reciprocate on Kentucky Lake from Egner's Ferry Bridge to the Highway 79 Bridge. A KY license can be purchased over the phone at 877-598-2401. A TN license can be purchased over the phone at 888-891-8972. Either license can be purchased online at majorleaguefishing.com/fishing-license.
Catch Limits: Boater: 5; Co-Angler: 3
Size Limit: 15 inches.
For more information click here.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Sep 28, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
River Folk Fest
Oct 4, 2025 - 10am-6pm
Memorial Park // 1072 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/
The CC River Folk Festival is a beloved, family-friendly music festival in Kentucky that offers a foot-stomping good time for all ages! Free and open to the public! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy two days of everything fall!
Calvert City Fall Paddle Up
Oct 4, 2025 - 8am-11am
Kentucky Dam Village // 166 Upper Village Dr - Gilbertsville
https://calvertcityky.gov/
Join the KY Lake Paddleup on Saturday, October 4th! This family-friendly paddle event, in partnership with Calvert City, the Kentucky Lake CVB, CADA, and the Tennessee RiverLine, offers a scenic paddle from Sledd Creek to Kentucky Dam Village Boat Ramp. Bring your kayak, canoe, or paddle craft and enjoy a beautiful day on Kentucky Lake. Stay tuned for more details!
Benton Farmer's Market
Oct 4, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Spooky Kentucky Dam Bike Ride
Oct 10, 2025 - 6pm
Kentucky Dam Village // 166 Upper Village Dr - Gilbertsville
https://calvertcityky.gov/
Get ready for a spooky bike ride! Join us on October 10th for a Halloween-themed ride across Kentucky Dam. Dress in your best costume, decorate your bike, and compete for prizes! Meet at the Beach at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. Helmets recommended.
Car Cruise Trunk or Treat
Oct 11, 2025 - TBD
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us for a spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat on Benton Court Square! Dress up in your best Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat from decorated car trunks. Fun for the whole family! More information to come.
Carol Capps Pink Walk
Oct 11, 2025 - 9am-11am
Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/
In October, we wear pink to remember and honor those touched by breast cancer. Join the Calvert Area Development Association for The Carol Capps Pink Walk on October 11th at 9am. We'll remember loved ones lost, celebrate those fighting, and emphasize the importance of proactive mammograms. Your participation directly supports Kentucky Cancer Link, helping local individuals in need.
Benton Farmer's Market
Oct 11, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Oct 12, 2025 - 9am - 5pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Benton Farmer's Market
Oct 18, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
Lake Barkley RBT Renegade Tournaments OSH Classic
Oct 22, 2025 thru Oct 23, 2025 - 7am to 3pm
Lake Barkley // Lake Barkley - Eddyville
270-535-5774
The Renegade Tournament will visit Lake Barkley October 22-23. For more information, call director John Newton at 270-535-5774. This is a Senior event, one person in the boat must be over 50.
Benton Farmer's Market
Oct 25, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Oct 26, 2025 - 9am - 5pm
Lick Creek Ramp // Colson Rd - Dover
931-802-1568
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568
Calvert City Treat Trail
Oct 31, 2025 - 5pm
Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/
Calvert City is one of the best little towns to visit during Halloween. Residents travel by golf cart, car, hayride, or bike to the many stops on October 31st. The City of Calvert City is urging residents to keep a lookout for little goblins, especially around Halloween. The Calvert City Treat Trail is scheduled for October 31st with a curfew of 9pm.
NTBA Fall Classic at Lake Barkley
Nov 7, 2025 thru Nov 8, 2025 -
Kuttawa Ramp // Kuttawa - Kuttawa
https://anglersntba.com/
This bass fishing tournament is open to NTBA members and will take place at the Kuttawa ramp on Lake Barkley November 7-8. For more info, visit https://anglersntba.com/
Holiday Open House Small Business Saturday
Nov 29, 2025 - TBD
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Start your holiday shopping at Benton Partnership's Holiday Open House weekend. Many local businesses will be participating and offering door prizes. There will also be sales and snacks!
Cranksgiving Bike, Walk, Run Challenge
Nov 22, 2025 thru Nov 30, 2025 - All Day
Doctors Park Sports Complex // 23 Park Rd - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/
Hop on the Moneymaker Trail during Thanksgiving week and crank out this fun challenge by running, biking, or walking on a full belly! Beginning November 22nd, the Moneymaker Trail will be marked off with a start line and finish line for a 1.5-mile trail. Ride it, walk it, or run it as many times as you'd like during November 22nd-30th, and mark your time down on the leaderboard (there will be better markers this year). This friendly competition is a way to get out and get active during the Thanksgiving holiday!
Santa Fly-in
Dec 5, 2025 - 6pm
KDV Airport // 441 Airport Rd - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/
Santa's sled is undergoing maintenance, and he's stopping by Calvert City to check on a few kids before he heads back to the North Pole. Make plans to watch Santa fly into the airport, and enjoy holiday activities before getting your picture taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus, his favorite elf, and one of his reindeer!
Calvert City Christmas Bazaar
Dec 6, 2025 - 9am-4pm
Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/
Find all your unique gifts in one town! Mark your calendar and map out your plan for one of the biggest shows in town! Four shopping locations all around Calvert City!
Calvert City Lions Club Christmas Parade
Dec 6, 2025 - 6pm
Downtown // 5th Ave - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/
The longest-running Christmas Parade in Kentucky on 5th Avenue. Enjoy a night full of floats from all your favorite local businesses! After the parade, head to the Civic Center for a photo with Santa, hot dogs, and drinks served by the Calvert City Lions Club.
A Benton Christmas
Dec 13, 2025 - TBD
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership
Come to Benton's Court Square to enjoy an array of activities, including a live Nativity, hot chocolate, cookies, ornament decorating, and much more! And we can't forget Santa, of course!
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