Your Guide to a Great Summer in Owensboro

It might seem a little early to start talking summer, but we’re only a couple months away from those long days, sunny skies and warm breezes! And if you’re anything like us, you try to plan ahead for summer as much as you possibly can. Which is why we created a Summer Guide for Owensboro…

Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: March 22-24

50 Years at Cecil Farms   Cecil Farms is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a bang this year! And this event is gonna highlight all of the things that Owensboro’s known for with a little bourbon, barbecue and bluegrass music. White Chateau at Cecil Farms is hosting a Seasonal Dinner Series farm-to-table style by collaborating with…

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…

Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: March 15-17

Great American Bluegrass Jam   The Great American Bluegrass Jam is taking over downtown Owensboro for a weekend of live music, bluegrass history and good old fashioned banjo pickin’. The event will feature the Kentucky Fried Pickin’ Hotel Jam, the Kentucky State Fiddle Championships, excursions to both Green River Distilling Company and the Bill Monroe Homeplace…

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…

Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: March 8-10

Burger Week    This week is all about the burgers as Owensboro Burger Week runs through Saturday, March 9! This means you’ll have plenty of days to try as many delicious burgers as you can from as many restaurants as possible! The burgers on this list are insane, and you’ll find everything from crispy bacon-covered…

Top 3 Things to Do in Owensboro This Weekend: March 1-3

Owensboro Burger Week    The burgers are back, y’all! Burger Week 2024 kicks off this weekend on Friday, March 1, meaning you’ll have nine days to eat all the burgers you possibly can from roughly 40 different restaurants. From barbecue-slathered to breakfast style, this is where you’ll find the most diverse lineup of burgers you’ve…

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

Aaron Lewis In Concert    This rocker-turned-country artist is heading to Owensboro for a live show you won’t wanna miss! Aaron Lewis, founding member of multi-platinum band Staind, is bringing The American Patriot tour to the Owensboro Sportscenter on Thursday, February 22. This acoustic tour follows Lewis’ recent musical collaborations with some of the greats,…