There are a bunch of fun things going on around town. Find out what you are DO INC this week!
Updated 5/21/2023 at 6:10 pm.
THURSDAY 5/25
Yellow Banks
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm @ Lure Seafood & Grille
Enjoy a live performance along with a delicious meal!
FRIDAY 5/26
Lauren Davidson – CANCELED
Michael Gough Band
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ Jagoe Homes Riverfront Live at The Holiday Inn – FREE
Enjoy a night of Rhythm & Grooves – they can PLAY the BLUES!
Paul Montgomery
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Brasher’s Lil Nashville
Adults 21+ only.
Paul Montgomery will be performing live at Brasher’s Lil’ Nashville. Paul’s setlist, guitar playing, and smooth vocals will draw you in and have you singing along!
SATURDAY 5/27
Velvet Bombers
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm @ Lure Seafood & Grille
You won’t want to miss The Velvet Bombers at Lure Seafood and Grille!
Tattered Sons & Sweet Lady
9:00 pm – 11:59 pm @ Milligan’s Bar – $10
Adults 21+ only.
Tattered Sons & Sweet Lady will be rocking out and you don’t want to miss out!
Uncharted
9:00 pm – 11:59 pm @ O’Bryan’s Bar & Grill
Catch Uncharted performing live at O’Bryan’s Bar & Grill!
TUESDAY 5/23
Mexican Lunch Buffet
10:30 am – 2:30 pm @ Jordy’s
Who’s hungry for some delicious Mexican food? Come on down to satisfy your craving!
WEDNESDAY 5/24
WINEsday
11:00 am – 9:00 pm @ Mellow Mushroom Owensboro
Congrats! You made it halfway through the week! Celebrate at Mellow Mushroom with $6 for 6oz pours and $9 for 9oz pours of all wines – white, red, and rosé!
MONDAY 5/22
$60 Mail-In Rebate on Firestone Tires
9:00 am – 7:00 pm @ Jerry Ray Davis CDJR
This offer lasts through May only. Available during all business hours.
There will be a $60 Mail-In Rebate waiting for you when you purchase 4 select Firestone Tires! Exclusions apply, but Jerry Ray Davis CDJR is happy to help!
FRIDAY 5/26
Hayden Farms & Friends Pop-Up Shop
2:30 pm – 5:30 pm @ Hayden Farms
Come shop Hayden Farms’ beef or the goods and creations of 8 other small businesses! Grab dinner while you’re on the farm and load up on compost for your garden!
SATURDAY 5/27
Mayfest Market
10:00 am – 1:00 pm @ The Party Space Place
Come shop local at Mayfest Market! Enjoy small business booths, food trucks, sweets, and shopping!
MONDAY 5/22
Mindful Motherhood Circle
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm @ Yellow Creek Park – FREE
Attention all moms! Come down to visit and connect with other mothers while your kiddos play. Drinks will be provided!
FRIDAY 5/26
Windy Hollow Dragway: Friday Night Fun Night
6:30 pm – 10:30 pm @ Windy Hollow Dragway – $10
Grab your family and have some fun on the dragway and watch some great races!
SATURDAY 5/27
Let’s Ride – Ride & Shine
7:00 am – 11:00 am @ Lake Forrest Town Center
Start your mornings by getting your heart pumping! There are several routes to choose from that best suit you! The best part is there will be post-ride drinks!
MONDAY 5/22
Teen Take-Home Kit: Stone Photo Clips
9:00 am – 9:00 pm @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
For teens ages 13-18. Available for the rest of May during business hours. While supplies last.
Stop by the library’s 2nd-floor desk and grab a kit with all the supplies you need to decorate a stone and turn it into a photo holder!
Owensboro LGBTQ+ Teen Group
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ H.L. Neblett Community Center – Donations Welcome
Visit with others in the LGBTQ+ community and create new friendships!
SATURDAY 5/27
Farm Babies & Berries
10:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Trunnell’s Farm Market
It’s STRAWBERRY SEASON! Multiple strawberry delights will be available for purchase from our Berry Barn and during this special event, your children will be able to get up close and personal with all our baby animals!
THURSDAY 5/25
Cork & Cuisine Yellowstone
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Owensboro Convention Center – $75
Adults 21+ only.
Enjoy a five-course western-themed menu paired with wines and spirits all inspired by the popular show. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character and there will be trivia and prizes!
FRIDAY 5/26
Homeschool Play & Swim
11:00 am – 1:00 pm @ Owensboro YMCA
Are you a homeschool family? Need some fun activities for your kids to do? Then look no further! Visit the YMCA on Fridays this spring for a chance to get out of the house and have some fun!
THURSDAY 5/25
Baby/Toddler Storytime
9:30 am – 10:00 am @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
Our youngest guests (ages 0-2) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for a life of learning. Stay to play and socialize with a craft or other activity!
Preschool Storytime
10:30 am – 11:00 am @ Daviess County Public Library – FREE
Young learners (ages 3-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for school. Stay to play and socialize with a craft or other activity!
SATURDAY 5/27
SOFT FOCUS: William Russell Young & Photography Masters Opening Preview
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ Owensboro Museum of Fine Art
A gifted artist, educator, curator and scholar, Young curated an exhibition at this museum in 2004 documenting the Art of the American Frontier. His works are included in many museum collections including the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art.
TUESDAY 5/23
Ribbon Cutting: Big Rivers Electric Corporation
4:15 pm – 5:00 pm @ 710 W 2nd St
We hope you will join us for our Ribbon Cutting with Big Rivers Electric Corporation! Remember to bring your business cards to share!
WEDNESDAY 5/24
Chamber Young Professionals Formal Luncheon
11:30 am – 1:00 pm @ Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce – FREE
Registration required.
Join us for lunch! We will hear from the Owensboro Human Relations Commission and Becky Brandle about DEI and intersectionality. Hope to see you there!
THURSDAY 5/25
Vientecinco de Mayo! Mariachi in the Garden
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Western Kentucky Botanical Garden
Let’s escape to Mexico without leaving Owensboro. The garden will be a stunning backdrop to a Mexican Fiesta. Cash Bar and Real Hacienda Food truck will be here serving up Margaritas & Beer and your favorite Mexican foods. Bring your maracas and festive attitude!
FRIDAY 5/26
Friday After 5
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm @ Downtown Owensboro – FREE
Friday After 5 is the award-winning, summer-long series of free outdoor concerts held every Friday on the stunningly beautiful Owensboro, Kentucky riverfront. There are five venues of entertainment plus a fun, kid-friendly street fair and special events!
SATURDAY 5/27
GeoWoodstock XIX
10:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Downtown Owensboro
Registration required.
From its humble roots in a small park, GeoWoodstock has become an annually celebrated event that continues to grow in global attendance and excitement. As the original Mega-Event, GeoWoodstock attendance is a feather in any geocacher’s cap!