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Top 3 Things to do in Owensboro This Weekend: May 16-18

Southeast Regional Folk Alliance 

What is SERFA?  

SERFA is a Folk-Fueled Celebration at the Owensboro Convention Center and Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Museum. 16 of the best Bluegrass artists will be right here in Owensboro! The Southeast Regional Folk Alliance (SERFA) will be in town May 15–18, 2025. This group will be bringing a wave of soul-stirring music, storytelling, and community right to the heart of Kentucky’s music heritage. 

Touch-A-Truck 

Police Cars, Fire Engines, and Bulldozers OH MY! 

Touch-A-Truck is the perfect event for the whole family! This event features a wide collection of vehicles like heavy equipment from public safety, cranes, tow trucks, tractors, and more! This free event is hosted at Panther Creek Park on May 17, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. 

Friday After 5 

Help kick off the 29th season of Friday After 5 on May 16! 

This year’s Friday After 5 will include 22 different artists on two stages, the Main Stage and the Overlook Stage! The Main Stage, located at McConnell Plaza, starts at 7:00 PM and will end at 10:00 PM. Overlook stage, located at Frederica Street & The Ohio River, starts at 6:00 PM and will end at 8:00 PM. The Street Fair will start at 5:00 PM and will have plenty of food truck choices while also including fun activities like a petting zoo!