The 6th annual Kraftucky Arts & Crafts Expo is Friday through Sunday, November 8-10 at the Owensboro Convention Center! Just in time for the holidays, shop unique handmade creations in jewelry, clothing, pottery, décor, woodwork, and much more! Shop ‘til you drop from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.…
Conventions
Owensboro carving out tourism niche with bluegrass, bourbon, barbecue
Owensboro has become well known for its biggest assets: bluegrass, bourbon, and barbecue. The annual bluegrass festival, the latest O.Z. Tyler Distillery addition to the Bourbon Trail, the world-renowned barbeque spots, and state-of-the-art riverfront park have landed Owensboro high on the list of cities in Kentucky ramping up their tourism. Now, local developers are drawing…
Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: Aug 23-25
River Valley Cluster Dog Show The River Valley Cluster Dog Show, sponsored by the Owensboro River City Kennel Club and Southern Indiana Kennel Club, returns during the third week of August at the Owensboro Convention Center in Owensboro, Kentucky. Enjoy dog show events including all breed, rally/obedience, AKC owner handler, and B match Thursday, August…
Calitri says bigger conventions means higher revenue from hotel tax
Downtown Owensboro’s new hotel, Home2 Suites by Hilton, is now under construction, and the Owensboro-Daviess County Convention Center is excited to beginning filling those rooms. As the CVB continues to develop downtown businesses, conventions and available hotel rooms, they want to begin targeting convention-goers specifically who wish to stay close to the Owensboro Convention Center. …
River Valley Cluster Dog Show 2019
Who let the dogs out? The River Valley Cluster Dog Show, sponsored by the Owensboro River City Kennel Club and Southern Indiana Kennel Club, returns during the third week of August at the Owensboro Convention Center in Owensboro, Kentucky. Enjoy dog show events including all breed, rally/obedience, AKC owner handler, and B match Thursday, August…
2,900 expected Friday for OMG!con
Cosplay, anime, and video game lovers reunited once again to make this year’s OMG!con the best yet. After moving from Paducah to the Owensboro Convention Center to provide an atmosphere full of opportunity for its attendees, OMG!con has continued to grow bigger and better every year. Not only has the convention expanded in numbers, but…
OMG!Con Celebrates Fifth Year In Owensboro
OMG!con, the Owensboro anime convention which has grown to encompass gaming, cosplay, and other pop culture, celebrated the biggest and best convention to date at the beginning of June. With over 3,000 in attendance, the event took over the downtown area. Not only does OMG!con have a significant economic impact on downtown shopping and dining,…
Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: June 7-9
OMG!con The largest video game expo of any anime event is returning again to storm the Owensboro Convention Center on June 7-9. This annual three-day event brings together anime, video games, tabletop, and general fandom for a weekend of fun and excitement. There will be special guests such as voice actors and artists, dealers for…
Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: Feb
West KY Boat & Outdoor Show Take care of all your hunting, fishing, camping, and boating needs at the largest outdoor show in the region! Plus, it’s FREE! The Owensboro Convention Center is hosting the West KY Boat & Outdoor Show, formerly known as the Kentucky Sportsman Show, Friday through Sunday, February 1-3, 2019. The…
Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: Jan 25-27
Your Perfect Day Wedding Show 2019 Need help planning your wedding? Come to the Your Perfect Day Wedding Show on Sunday, January 27 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Owensboro Convention Center! Explore the vendors, sample food from caterers to help you plan your menu, plus meet with wedding planners, florists, DJ’s, photographers, and…