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REGIONAL EVENTS

LOCAL EVENTS // LBL EVENTS // REGIONAL EVENTS

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.

Forge Fridays

Jun 13, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

It's Forge Friday at the 1850's farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during themid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools.

Playhouse in the Park Presents All Shook Up

Jun 13, 2025 - Various Times
Playhouse in the Park // 701 Gil Hopson Drive - Murray
https://www.playhousemurray.org/events

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.

Year of October

Jun 13, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Grand Rivers Street Dance

Jun 14, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Grand Rivers Tourism / Chamber Office // 1858 J H O'Bryan Ave - Grand Rivers
https://grandrivers.org/event-calendar/

Free event!

Featuring live music. The street is blocked off for dancing. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy this traditional old fashioned street dance the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month during the Summer!

Blooms & Brustrokes

Jun 14, 2025 - 10am-2pm
Rustic Ridge Event Center // 1342 Beal Rd. - Hardin
270-804-4603

Join us for the family fun event! Vendors will be on site. Free door sign painting and fresh flower bouquet building for adults and crafts for kids.

Knit Outdoors Day

Jun 14, 2025 - 10am-12:30pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Are you a knitter? Would you like to be? Knitters of any level, we would like to invite you to our Knit Outdoors Day event! We'll be working on some of our own projects on the farm and y'all are welcome to come and join us with your own project for a nice morning of getting some work done amongst friends.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jun 14, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

Fort Donelson Presents "Rumble on the River"

Jun 14, 2025 - 10am-10:30am
Fort Donelson National Battlefield // Lock D Loop Tour Stop #4 - Dover
931-232-5706

On February 14, 1862, Union City-Class Gunboats attempted to shell Fort Donelson and capture the fort in the same way they had captured Fort Henry a week earlier. However, instead of capturing the fort Confederate artillerist heavily damaged the gunboats, killed 10 sailors and wounded 44 and suffered no casualties during their engagement. These new technological marvels failed in what both sides thought would be an easy victory for the new boats. Join park staff every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 10AM to learn about these iron ships and what happened to them on Valentines Day in 1862.

Programs are subject to staffing availability. In the interest of safety, in the event of inclement weather, programs are subject to cancelation. Information as to program status will be available online, or by contacting the Ranger office at 931-232-0576.

Playhouse in the Park Presents All Shook Up

Jun 14, 2025 - Various Times
Playhouse in the Park // 701 Gil Hopson Drive - Murray
https://www.playhousemurray.org/events

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jun 14, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Disc Golf Tournament

Jun 14, 2025 - 8am-4:30pm
Trigg County Recreation Complex // 303 Complex Road - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/event/disc-golf-tournament/

A disc golf tournament will be held at the Trigg County Recreation Complex on June 14th from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. As part of the West KY Disc Golf Tour, the event is open to players of all skill levels. Come out for a fun and competitive day on the course!

Trigg County Longspurs Jakes Day

Jun 14, 2025 - 8am-12pm
Benji Harper's Farm // 2092 Floyd Summer Rd. - Cadiz
(270) 206-0090

Join us for a Youth Outdoor Fun Day on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon at Benji Harper's Farm, located at 2092 Floyd Summer Rd., Cadiz, KY 42211. This exciting event is open to all ages and will feature a variety of outdoor activities including BB gun shooting, .22 rifle target practice, archery, fishing, and skeet shooting. Registration begins at 8:00 AM, with events starting shortly afterward. A gun safety and shooting practices class will be offered for all participants, including parents, to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. At 11:30 AM, a free lunch of hot dogs with all the trimmings will be served to everyone in attendance. You can also support the event by sponsoring a Jake's youth member with a $10 donation. To register, please contact one of the event organizers by June 12, 2025: Benji Harper at (270) 206-0090, J.L. Hendricks at (270) 871-1072, or Roger Merrick at (270) 350-6012. Early registration is appreciated to help the organizers plan for the right amount of food and supplies. This is a great opportunity for families and youth to enjoy the outdoors, learn valuable safety skills, and make lasting memories, you won't want to miss it!

Cadiz Cruz-In

Jun 14, 2025 - 3pm-6pm
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/event/cadiz-cruz-in-3/

Cadiz Cruz-In is a monthly car meet for classic, custom, and cool rides of all kinds�cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more! Held the first Saturday of each month, April through October, from 3�6 PM on Main Street in Cadiz. Open to all vehicle enthusiasts and spectators. Free to attend!

Steven Green

Jun 14, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Father's Day Watercolor Cards

Jun 15, 2025 - 11am-1pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Father's Day is a day to celebrate and honor fathers. One way to celebrate father's is by making them a card. Come join us at the Homeplace and make a watercolor card to honor fathers everywhere.

Quill & Ink

Jun 15, 2025 - 11am-1pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

The quill pen was used to sign the Declaration of Independence, but did people in the 1850s still use quills as pens? Steel pens had been invented, but there was still a lot to be learned before they would take over. Come on out and try your hand at writing with one of our chicken or duck feathers! Don�t worry, the ink will come off of your fingers... Eventually!

Black Powder

Jun 15, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

The venerable old cap and ball firearms were a staple of rural life in the 1850s. Even before war ended the golden age between the rivers, these valuable tools were the primary means of defending the home and securing wild game. Come out to the Homeplace this Father's Day weekend for a live Black Powder demonstration!

Playhouse in the Park Presents All Shook Up

Jun 15, 2025 - Various Times
Playhouse in the Park // 701 Gil Hopson Drive - Murray
https://www.playhousemurray.org/events

Patch & Pantry

Jun 16, 2025 - 10am-11:30am
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

An important source of food for the families of the 1850s was the garden. The garden provided a variety of different fruits and vegetables that supplemented the staples they could buy and trade for at the local market. An interpreter will be available today in at least one of the two major food hotspots on our farm, the garden and the kitchen. Say hello and learn how we grew, ate, and preserved our bounty in an era before refrigeration!

Tool Barn Tuesdays

Jun 17, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done.

Weaving Wednesdays

Jun 18, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Weaving, sewing, quilting... What do all of these crafts have in common? They're all forms of textile crafts! Every Wednesday, join the Homeplace for a deep dive into one of the myriad textile crafts that contributed to the creation of fabrics that were a common sight on an 1850s farm.

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jun 18, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

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.

Forge Fridays

Jun 20, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

The Hashbrowns

Jun 20, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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 - 6pm-9pm
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!

Horsing Around

Jun 21, 2025 - 2pm-3pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love to. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn what their job is on an 1850's farm.

Fairy Corners

Jun 21, 2025 - 10:30am-12:30pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

The plow has long since made its rounds across the growing field. Effective as the plow is, it couldn't turn every bit of soil. In the spaces it missed, these liminal corners where the crops border other lands, the wild takes root. These places are fairy corners. Wildflowers bloom here unbothered by the bustle of cultivation. Come out and learn about some plant lore. Learn why they're called fairy corners through a bit of folklore, too. A peaceful place is never far away.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jun 21, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jun 21, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Caleb Lake

Jun 21, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Treat the Sheep

Jun 22, 2025 - 2:30pm-3pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

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.

Pickling, More Than Just a Snack

Jun 22, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

We are making pickles today using fresh veggies from our own garden. Sweet? Yes. Dill? Yes. Spicy and fermented? Yes and yes. And don't forget crunchy! Come and try out some 1800s pickle making techniques, and learn the secret to the crunch.

Patch & Pantry

Jun 23, 2025 - 10am-11:30am
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Tool Barn Tuesdays

Jun 24, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Weaving Wednesdays

Jun 25, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jun 25, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Marshall County Jr Master Gardener Day Camp

Jun 24, 2025 thru Jun 26, 2025 - 8:30am-3pm
Marshall County Extension Office // 1933 Mayfield Hwy - Benton
270-527-3285

Any youth between the ages of 8-12 years old are welcome to attend. We will take the first 20 that register. Come join us, and have fun while you learn!

Vertical Tasting Party

Jun 26, 2025 - 6pm-8pm
Poca Terra Winery // 633 Gatlin Road - Benton
270-493-2682

Poca Terra Winery is hosting a �Vertical Tasting Party� at the vineyard. Come taste the history of the vineyard, and the evolution of our winemaking skills. Enjoy dinner with the Winemakers as we guide you through a tasting of six different vintages of our award-winning Chambourcin red wine bottles ranging from our private library�s 2016 to the not-yet-released 2022. Tickets for this unique experience are available through EventBrite at $80 per person. Poca Terra Winery is located in Marshall County, halfway between Benton and Symsonia, at 633 Gatlin Road. Learn more at pocaterrawinery.com, Facebook, or 270-493-2682.

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.

Forge Fridays

Jun 27, 2025 - 10am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Leight July

Jun 27, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Grand Rivers Street Dance

Jun 28, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Grand Rivers Tourism / Chamber Office // 1858 J H O'Bryan Ave - Grand Rivers
https://grandrivers.org/event-calendar/

Duck, Duck, Chicken

Jun 28, 2025 - 11am-12pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Come meet our Dominique chickens and Cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farm yard. 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.

Wood Working

Jun 28, 2025 - 11am-12:30pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jun 28, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Fort Donelson Presents "Rumble on the River"

Jun 28, 2025 - 10am-10:30am
Fort Donelson National Battlefield // Lock D Loop Tour Stop #4 - Dover
931-232-5706

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jun 28, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Krooked Jester

Jun 28, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Pigging Out

Jun 29, 2025 - 2:30pm-3pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

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.

Weaving

Jun 29, 2025 - 10am-1pm
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

How do you turn a tangle of yarn into lasting works of woven art? Bed coverlets, clothing, sacks, even wagon covers were created on the farm loom. The unique patterns and pieces that came off of a family loom would have been handed down for generations, sometimes used until they couldn't anymore.

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

Life on the Farm

Jun 1, 2025 thru Jun 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 changed over the past 150+ years.

Goodnight, Farm!

Jun 1, 2025 thru Jun 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!

Patch & Pantry

Jun 30, 2025 - 10am-11:30am
The Homeplace // 4512 The Trace - Dover
https://landbetweenthelakes.us/homeplace/

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!

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 2, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

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.

Troop 45 Memorial Scout Breakfast

Jul 4, 2025 - 7am-9:30am
First United Methodist Church // 503 Maple Street - Murray
270-713-0110

Start your Independence Day celebrations with a delicious meal at the Troop 45 Memorial Scout Breakfast! Enjoy a hearty ham breakfast served from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on July 4th, right before the Freedom Fest parade. The breakfast will be held at First United Methodist Church in Murray, located at the corner of 5th and Maple Street. Tickets are $10 per person, and children age 5 and under eat free. You can purchase tickets in advance from any Troop 45 Scout, or simply buy them at the door on the day of the event. Your support helps Troop 45!

Soul Dog

Jul 4, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jul 5, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 5, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Carson Denfip

Jul 5, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Elvis Presley Gospel Show featuring Terry Mike Jeffrey

Jul 6, 2025 - 2pm
Badgett Playhouse // 1838 JH O'Bryan Avenue - Grand Rivers
https://www.thebadgettplayhouse.com

Join us at the Badgett Playhouse for an evening of all of your favorite Elvis Presley Gospel hits performed by crowd favorite, Terry Mike Jeffrey!

For tickets, visit thebadgettplayhouse.com.

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.

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 9, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

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.

Rowdy Roberts

Jul 11, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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!

Grand Rivers Street Dance

Jul 12, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Grand Rivers Tourism / Chamber Office // 1858 J H O'Bryan Ave - Grand Rivers
https://grandrivers.org/event-calendar/

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jul 12, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 12, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Live Music

Jul 12, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 16, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

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.

Maggie Hollis

Jul 18, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jul 19, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 19, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Timmy Purdue

Jul 19, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 23, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

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.

Rowdy Roberts

Jul 25, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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-9pm
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!

Grand Rivers Street Dance

Jul 26, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Grand Rivers Tourism / Chamber Office // 1858 J H O'Bryan Ave - Grand Rivers
https://grandrivers.org/event-calendar/

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Jul 26, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 26, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Carson Denfip

Jul 26, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Cadiz Farmer's Market

Jul 30, 2025 - 7am
Downtown Cadiz // Main St - Cadiz
https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

Relax & Re-wine

Jul 31, 2025 - 6pm
Poca Terra Winery // 633 Gatlin Road - Benton
270-493-2682

Enjoy live music by Daniel Neihoff 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!

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Aug 2, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Third Time Around

Aug 2, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

Wheelhouse Rousters

Aug 5, 2025 - 7:30pm
Rotary Amphitheater // Gil Hopson Drive - Murray

Listen to Wheelhouse Rousters at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park! Admission is free and there will be ice cream sponsored by The Murray Bank.

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!

Grand Rivers Street Dance

Aug 9, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Grand Rivers Tourism / Chamber Office // 1858 J H O'Bryan Ave - Grand Rivers
https://grandrivers.org/event-calendar/

Parcell's Summer Hippie Bash

Aug 9, 2025 - 10am-2pm
Parcell's Perk // 165 US Highway 68 E, Suite 3 - Benton
270-527-9300

Our fourth summer Hippie Bash is here! We will be having 25+ vendors set up, live music, contests, themed food & drinks, kids face painting, flower crown making & more fun activities!

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Aug 9, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Ryan Gilchrist

Aug 9, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Jazz West

Aug 12, 2025 - 7:30pm
Rotary Amphitheater // Gil Hopson Drive - Murray

Listen to Jazz West at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park! Bebop, cool jazz & standards you'll love! Admission is free and there will be ice cream sponsored by The Murray Bank. This event is presented by The Rotary Club of Murray and sponsored by GEC Electric.

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.

Relax & Re-wine

Aug 16, 2025 - 6pm-9pm
Poca Terra Winery // 633 Gatlin Road - Benton
270-493-2682

Poca Terra Winery is hosting "Relax and Re-Wine" at the vineyard, an outdoor live-music and food vendor event from 6-9pm. Enjoy an evening of music provided by Daniel Neihoff, food offered by HandHeld Food Truck, and wine available for purchase by the glass or bottle. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, or call ahead to reserve a table. No outside food or beverages allowed. Poca Terra Winery is located in Marshall County, halfway between Benton and Symsonia, at 633 Gatlin Road.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Aug 16, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

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.

Haleigh Martin

Aug 19, 2025 - 7:30pm
Rotary Amphitheater // Gil Hopson Drive - Murray

Listen to Haleigh Martin at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park! Progressive country/blues and originals! Admission is free and there will be ice cream sponsored by The Murray Bank. This event is presented by The Rotary Club of Murray and sponsored by Charter Senior Living.

Third Time Around

Aug 22, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Grand Rivers Street Dance

Aug 23, 2025 - 7pm-10pm
Grand Rivers Tourism / Chamber Office // 1858 J H O'Bryan Ave - Grand Rivers
https://grandrivers.org/event-calendar/

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Aug 23, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Aug 30, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Underdogs

Aug 30, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Black Eyed Susans

Sep 5, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Sep 6, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Sep 13, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Sep 20, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

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.

Downtown Murray Farmer's Market

Sep 27, 2025 - 7am-12pm
Murray Court Square // S 5th St. - Murray
www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Ryan Gilchrist

Sep 27, 2025 - 6:30p-9:30p
Tiki Turtle // 265 Nautical Drive - Grand Rivers
https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

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

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

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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