Owensboro Hosting One of America’s Biggest Catfish Tournaments

Owensboro is hosting one of the biggest catfish tournaments in the nation in just a couple months, and we’ve got everything you need to know about it!    The King Kat Tournament Trail is all about fishing, hunting, archery and more, and their catfishing tournament is known for having the largest payout with a low…

Picnic in the Park Date Day

For our nature lovers, Owensboro offers beautiful parks that your date will love! Panther Creek Park and Yellow Creek Park provide numerous acres of land and beautiful scenic views that make a beautiful landscape for your picnic in the park. The parks also offer shelter you’re able to rent in case the weather goes south…

5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Owensboro for Spring Break

As we near the end of winter, it’s time to look forward to springtime in Kentucky! And if you’re looking for a city with all the bells and whistles but with a friendly, small town vibe, Owensboro is the perfect place to travel for your upcoming Spring Break.    First off, spring in Owensboro is…

Shop Vintage and More at These Amazing Thrift Stores in Owensboro

Thrift stores have been around for a long time, but there’s definitely been an uptick in thrift store shopping over the last couple years. As vintage clothing and old-school aesthetics continue to soar in popularity, we get more and more excited about all the amazing vintage shops Owensboro has to offer!    If you’re looking…

Enjoy REAL Southern Gospel in Owensboro

REAL Southern Gospel Music is alive and well in Owensboro, and that’s about to be proven this spring as the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum hosts REAL Southern Gospel Weekend on April 12 and 13.   This event was hugely successful last year, and the guys and gals running it are prepared for a…

Owensboro’s Indoor Sports Facility to Open December 2025

In some super exciting news for our sports tourism industry, Owensboro is getting a brand new indoor sports complex! And we’ve got all the details for you right here.    This 80,000 square foot sports facility will be perfect for large-scale tournaments and a variety of indoor sports. Located at Third and Cedar Streets, the…

Check Out Everything Haunted, Horror and Halloween at Fear Expo LIVE

If you’re the person who loves all things haunted, horror and Halloween, listen up, because we’ve got a perfectly creepy convention for you right here in Owensboro.    Fear Expo LIVE is coming to the Owensboro Convention Center April 12-14. This is the newest National Haunted Attraction Industry trade show that brings the haunters and…

New Jerry Garcia Exhibit: Everything to Know for Opening Weekend

It’s getting closer and closer to one of the most exciting events ever held at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame! Opening weekend of Jerry Garcia: A Bluegrass Journey is only a few weeks away, and it’s going to be a star-studded showcase filled with live music, amazing history and the unveiling of the exhibition…

The Great American Bluegrass Jam: Everything You Need to Know

Did somebody say they needed three days of bluegrass? Because we’ve got the perfect event for you comin’ up in March!    The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum is bringing together some of the best in the business to create a weekend experience for any and all bluegrass fans. The Great American Bluegrass…

Get A Jumpstart on Spring at Owensboro’s Plant Shops

Anytime someone mentions a plant store in town, our ears immediately perk up. Indoor plants have become the new household staple, and there is nothing like finding the perfect spot in your home for your newest plant to grow and thrive.    So that’s why we got excited when Ivy Trellis Floral & Gift announced…