Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: September 23-25

Sunflower Music Festival       

The inaugural Sunflower Music Festival is slated for three days of live music, gorgeous sunflowers and amazing food and drinks on September 23-25 this year. With a lineup that includes more than 10 musicians and bands and over a MILLION sunflowers to enjoy, you get the best of both worlds at Trunnell’s Farm Market. You can even camp out at this family-friendly event! Tickets will not be sold at the gate, but you can purchase them right here, with prices starting at $49.99.

Clay Walker    

Owensboro’s been in the business of good music for a long time now, and seeing country music superstar Clay Walker perform live is just another chance to get in on the fun. In a career dotted with smash singles, platinum albums and countless honors and awards, Walker will be showing off his songwriting skills at the RiverPark Center on September 24 at 7 p.m. Tickets are going quickly at $38 apiece, so don’t miss the chance to see this superstar perform live. 

Tour at Green River Distilling Co.      

There’s never been a better time to check out Green River Distilling Co. After releasing their Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (to amazing reviews), people are lining up to check out the historic facility to see how some of the best bourbon in Kentucky is made. You can learn the ins and outs of the bourbon production industry along with Green River’s rich, fascinating history on a one-hour tour. After that, you’ll get to taste three different bourbons produced at the distillery. For only $20, you can book a tour Monday-Saturday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m.