There are a bunch of fun things going on around town. Find out what you are DO INC this week!
FRIDAY 10/14
Cole Swindell’s “Down to the Bar Tour”
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM @ Owensboro Sportscenter – $36.50
Enjoy a night of country music by one of your favorite musicians, Cole Swindell! Concessions and alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase as well!
Murder on the Orient Express
7:30 PM- 9:30 PM @ Empress Theatre – $20
Enjoy Agatha Christie’s story come alive on stage! Come enjoy the mystery!
SATURDAY 10/15
Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM @ Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum – $22-32
You don’t want to miss this performance by the award-winning fiddler, Michael Cleveland, as he brings dynamic traditional bluegrass to the stage with his award-winning band, Flamekeeper, in a spectacular show of music!
TUESDAY 10/11
Spirits of Sassafras
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM @ Sassafras
Learn all about cocktails from JM Hoffman, certified Bourbon Steward! There will also be live music to enjoy and Sassafras’s full menu will be available initially each evening as well!
THURSDAY 10/13
Molly’s Mixins Cookie Drop
6:30 PM @ Molly’s Mixins
Got a sweet tooth you just can’t ignore? Molly’s Mixins is exactly what you need! Make sure to place your order for some of the best cookies around!
SUNDAY 10/16
Bottomless Mimosas & Bloody Mary Bar
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM @ Brasher’s Lil’ Nashville
Treat yourself this Sunday with Brasher’s drink special!
WEDNESDAY 10/12
Daviess County Days: Day at the Museum
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM @ Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Every Wednesday throughout the 2022 calendar year, Daviess County residents get FREE admission into the museum as well as a chance to win 2 FREE ROMP VIP tickets! Come enjoy live music and TWO new exhibits!
Through the month of October enjoy $5 off any Limited Edition ROMP Whiskey & Bourbon when you use code “Do Inc.” at checkout in the Museum Store!
THURSDAY 10/13
Self-Development Group
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM @ Meta Crystal Shop – FREE
Join others as they discuss various topics that relate to self-development, aspirations, lifestyle, relationships, spirituality, healing, and anything else we feel compelled to dive into. All are welcome!
SATURDAY 10/15
Pixel Palace Halloween Party
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ Pixel Palace
Enjoy a fun afternoon filled with pumpkin decorating, games, treats, music, selfies, and colorful hair tinsels. Costumes are highly encouraged!
This event requires RSVP.
WEDNESDAY 10/12
DCPL’s Little Sprouts
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM @ Western Kentucky Botanical Garden
Have your little ones join in on a fun time with the DCPL and the Garden! Sign up your littles ages 0-5 to have a fun time!
THURSDAY 10/13
Zombie Escape Room for Adults
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
Looking for a thrilling adventure to get you into the Halloween spirit? Join DCPL to escape: trapped in an apartment on the 28th floor, can you rescue the pizza, get the gun, unlock the door, and defeat the zombies? Do you have what it takes?
This event requires RSVP.
SATURDAY 10/15
Run for Our Warrior Patriots
8:00 AM @ Moreland Park – $25
Join the DAR – General Evan Shelby Chapter to celebrate its 125th Anniversary with their 5K Run/Walk! There will be awards for the top three finishers in each age group.
MONDAY 10/10
Eddie Price Presents Little Miss Grubby Toes Eats Too Much Candy
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
Author Eddie Price, who grew up in western Kentucky, will be performing his very own story, “Little Miss Grubby Toes Eats Too Much Candy.” He will be joined by Little Miss Grubby Toes herself as she tells us this cautionary tale!
This event requires RSVP.
TUESDAY 10/11
Witches Brew Slime Party
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
Ooey gooey spooky slime is but a potions lesson away! And with the Sanderson Sisters at the helm, you’re in for a bewitchingly good time!
This event requires RSVP. Reserved for ages 6-12.
Teen Pumpkin Painting Party
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
Let’s get into the Halloween spirit and paint some pumpkins! Your design may even be featured in our library’s annual pumpkin scavenger hunt!
This event requires RSVP. Reserved for ages 13-18.
TUESDAY 10/11
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support
6:00 PM – 7:15 PM @ New Beginnings Sexual Assault Support Services – FREE
Owensboro Regional Suicide Prevention Coalition (ORSPC) offers support for survivors of suicide loss, those of us who have lost loved ones to suicide. Survivors of Suicide Loss (SOSL) Bereavement Group meets monthly on the second Tuesday of each month.
Breaking the Cycle
6:45 PM – 7:30 PM @ Dugan’s Best Rec Center – FREE
Helping troubled youth avoid incarceration and break cycles of gun violence, poverty, and the stigma of mental health issues. Striving to support children to pursue higher education and join the workforce upon graduation.
SATURDAY 10/15
Worship Bonfire
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM @ Myra’s House – FREE
Join the Sisterhood Collective of Owensboro in a night of worship around a cozy bonfire!
Trivia Night Fundraiser
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM @ Blessed Mother Catholic Church – $25/Person or $150/Team
Come for a fun night of trivia all the while helping a great cause! Help the community raise money to provide books for children right here in Daviess County to get a free book in the mail each month! Munchies, soft drinks, and water are included!
THURSDAY 10/13
Candy Box Workshop
6:00 PM @ Hammer & Stain Owensboro – $45
Trick-or-treat in style by creating your own candy box for Halloween! DIY with instruction and supplies provided!
SATURDAY 10/15
HAMC Kentucky Nomads 5th Annual Food Drive
5:00 PM @ American Legion – $5
Help a good cause by donating cash or cans to this food drive! All proceeds will go to a local food pantry!
MONDAY 10/10
Rock Camp!
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM @ RiverPark Center – $150
Have you wanted to learn how to play the drums, guitar, bass, or vocals? Then this is your chance! Classes are separated into grades 5-8 (from 9 AM to 12 PM) and 9-12 (from 1 PM to 4 PM).
This event goes from Monday 10/10 through Friday 10/14.
Animal Tales: Creepy Critters Show
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ Daviess County Public Library
An Animal Tales naturalist will introduce animals that are often seen as icky or scary. Be prepared to experience these creepy critters in a new and positive way!
This event is reserved for children.
Fall Break: Brescia, OCTC, DCPS, OCS, GCA
Monday 10/10 – Friday 10/14
Students, it’s time for a much-deserved break! Enjoy your time off!
THURSDAY 10/13
Fall Break: WKU Owensboro, Wesleyan
Thursday 10/13 – Friday 10/14
Students, it’s time for a much-deserved break! Enjoy your time off!
MONDAY 10/10
Costume Donations: K-5th Grade
All Day @ Chamberce of Commerce Center and Independence Bank
The Chamber Young Professionals is hosting their costume drive for the second year in a row! Help students in Daviess County enjoy the Halloween festivities by giving them the opportunity to dress up!
WEDNESDAY 10/12
The Network – In Person!
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM @ Old Hickory Bar-B-Q
Network with fellow businesses to more effectively get your name out there and for people to refer business to you! It’s an excellent way to create partnerships within your community!
FRIDAY 10/14
Terror at the Turley – Psycho Circus Sideshow
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM @ RiverPark Center – $12
Terror at the Turley is BACK this Halloween season! Come experience the sights and frights this spooky season!
Great Pumpkin Glow Fest
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM @ Trunnell’s Farm Market – $25-30
Explore the Corn Maze in the dark, take a tractor-drawn moonlit’ wagon ride to the Pumpkin Patch, PLUS explore unique houses made of pumpkins and lighted to make them glow at night. Don’t miss this photo op!
This event is reserved for 18+ adults only.
SATURDAY 10/15
Monster Mash Fundraiser Bash
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Ghostly Productions
Join TD’s Tuff Decisions and Ghostly Productions for the Monster Mash Fundraiser Bash! There will be a costume contest, horror movie marathon, and will be capped off by a ghost tour around downtown Owensboro! In addition to this, a percentage of every sale will be donated to the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention.