Kentucky Lake & Lake Barkley Events

Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Experience the Kentucky Comedy Festival Summer Series show headlined by the hilarious Dale Jones. Featuring for Dale are Kentucky natives Jodi White and Jeremiah Martin!

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Pack comfortable shoes and a snack to learn all about heirloom old fashioned gardening techniques, and how the harvests were baked and canned hands-on at The Homeplace.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Fright Light at 5:30pm Laser Metallica at 7pm

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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This year's theme is Red, White, & Blues as we celebrate America's 250th birthday! Gather your crew, deck out your boat in patriotic style, and join nearly 500 fellow lake lovers for one of the summer's favorite events.

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Come meet our Dominique chickens and Cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farmyard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

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There's no exaggerating the size of these catches! Watch our resident gar grab a bite to eat and learn all about them right in our own backyard pond.

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It's hard to tell whose footprint is whose! Let's make our own field guide to show us what a wolf, bobcat, and other animals' tracks look like, so we know them when we spot them in the woods!

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Get up close and personal with reptiles and amphibians such as snakes, salamanders and turtles! We'll introduce you to several ambassadors from the cold-blooded world as we explore the fascinating way these slimy and scaly creatures survive!

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Step back to 1850 and discover how families depended on their gardens to survive. In this hands-on program, guests will learn how people gardened in the mid-1800s and why growing food, medicinal herbs, and storage crops was essential to daily life.

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Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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Experience the Kentucky Comedy Festival Summer Series show headlined by the hilarious Jeff Allen. Featuring for Jeff is Kentucky native, Jake Hovis.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Retro - Best of the 80s at 5:30pm Laser Queen at 7pm Laser Metallica at 8pm

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Step back into 1850 and discover how families depended on their gardens! In this hands-on program, guests will learn how people gardened in the mid-1800s and why growing food, medicinal herbs, and storage crops was essential to daily life. After a short introduction to historic gardening practices, each participant will design their own 1850s-style garden layout

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

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The Kentucky Lake Bowfishing Series kicks off in 2026 at PL Outdoorsman, located at 8740 Highway 79 North in Buchanan. Entry fee is $100 with 2 to 4 man teams. Open trailer and side pots. Dates are:

April 18: 7pm-3am - Big 15
May 9: 7pm-3am - Big 20 & Mistery Fish
May 30: 7pm-3am - Captain's Choice
June 20: 7pm-7am - TN State Championship
July 18: 7pm-7am - Total Weight

For details, call 423-653-8655.

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Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done.

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Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at our black and turkey vultures that just love dinner-time and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem!

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Learn fascinating facts about pigs and their place on the farm! Meet Pinky and Blake, the heritage breed pigs, while they enjoy a tasty treat.

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our bunny! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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The North Central Tennessee Bass Club is hosting open tournaments throughout 2026 at Lick Creek Boat Ramp in Dover. Two person team or fish by yourself for $50.00 per boat with 80% payout. Optional $10.00 Big Bass Pot with 100% Payout for a total of $60.00 at ramp. Tournament dates are 3/15, 3/29, 4/19, 5/31, 6/7, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16, 9/6, and 9/20. For more details, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Under the Sea Splash Weekend (July 17-19) at Holiday Hills Resort brings a fun mix of water-themed activities, including a mermaid movie night, treasure hunt, bingo night, and a foam party.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Pink Floyd: Dark Side at 5:30pm Pink Floyd: The Wall at 7pm

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Taylor Swift at 5:30pm Laser U2 at 7pm

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Enjoy a live music, acres of boats and motors, a pool party and FREE hotdogs at the shandy boat pool party!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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The Grand Rivers Street Dance is a summer tradition that began over 30 years ago! The 4th Saturday of each month June, July & August enjoy the sounds of Crowfoot, a little rock, a little country, and a little blues but a whole lot of fun and great music!

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Hot dog! It gets hot in the summer, and when you have fur like wolves and coyotes, you can really feel the heat! How do we keep our canines cool and comfortable in the summer? Join our naturalists for a fun program as we demonstrate some "cool" activities that are fun and refreshing for our animals.

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Discover the art of fiber and spinning in this interactive farm experience! Guests will be introduced to natural fibers like cotton and wool, with hands-on samples to see and feel the difference. Learn how a traditional spinning wheel works and watch raw fiber transform into yarn right before your eyes.

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Don't let their small stature fool you, these tiny predators are ferocious! From lightning-fast reflexes to silent ninja-like movement, these peewee terrors are some of the most fearsome predators around. Come and meet some of our smallest native predators and learn how size isn't everything!

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Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love to. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn what their job is on an 1850's farm.

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Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see Bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!

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Come along for a relaxed paddle as we explore the nooks and crannies of one of Land Between the Lakes scenic bays. We will search the waters and shorelines for wildlife. $30 per person, participants must be 13+ years old.

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Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Pink Floyd: Dark Side at 5:30pm Pink Floyd: The Wall at 7pm Laser X: 90's Alternative Rock at 8pm

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Summer isn't Summer without the Grand Rivers Street Dance! Enjoy the Classic Rock sounds of The Underdogs, the second Saturday each month, May - September. Road is closed from Payne Street to Cumberland Avenue for dancing and enjoying the music!

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Enjoy a shanty boat parade, seminars, Pearl tours, and a Build-a-Boat Derby, plus demos on off-grid living and solar setups on the water. Swap old boats, motors, and marine gear.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

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Meet our Border Leicester sheep and learn what role they played on an 1850's farm. Offer them a treat and get up close with these fuzzy farm friends.

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19th Century Tennessee was no stranger to pottery. Redware, and salt glazed stoneware stored food on many farmsteads. Join us on the farm, and you could catch anything from kiln-making to kickwheeling!

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Bald eagles may not actually be bald, but they certainly are beautiful! Visit with the Nature Station's resident eagles during their chow time and learn why this bird makes a perfect national symbol for America. We'll also discuss the successful comeback of the bald eagle in Land Between the Lakes and beyond.

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our opossum! Watch as she reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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Enjoy a full day of shanty boat fun including a parade, seminars, and a swap meet with boats, motors, and marine gear and silent auctions!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Summer Fiesta Weekend at Holiday Hills Resort(July 24-26th) brings a lively mix of themed fun, including a pinata party night, fiesta crafts, a poker run, bingo night, and a disco night.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Taylor Swift at 5:30pm Laser Metallica at 7pm

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If you're looking for a good time and great music, join us for Double Take! Bring a chair or blanket and let the kiddos enjoy the FREE Splash Park. Visit the food trucks for dinner or treats!

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Zeppelin at 5:30pm Laser Queen at 7pm

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Pack comfortable shoes and a snack to learn all about heirloom old fashioned gardening techniques, and how the harvests were baked and canned hands-on at The Homeplace.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

It's Hammer time at the 1850's farm! We will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and replace broken and damaged tools.

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Come meet our dominique chickens and cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farmyard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Come out to see classic cars, trucks, off road vehicles, and motorcycles or feature your own!

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

For More Information: https://eddycreek.com/events/

Wild West Roundup Weekend (July 31-August 1st) at Holiday Hills Resort brings a western-themed lineup with a Red Bull bar, stick horse rodeo, Frontier Relays, and bingo night.

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The North Central Tennessee Bass Club is hosting open tournaments throughout 2026 at Lick Creek Boat Ramp in Dover. Two person team or fish by yourself for $50.00 per boat with 80% payout. Optional $10.00 Big Bass Pot with 100% Payout for a total of $60.00 at ramp. Tournament dates are 3/15, 3/29, 4/19, 5/31, 6/7, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16, 9/6, and 9/20. For more details, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568.

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There are a lot of beautiful sites here on the farm. Come sit and relax, as we color some nice farm scenes.

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Come learn some fascinating facts about pigs and their place on an 1850's farm. Meet Pinky and Blake, our heritage breed pigs, we'll be telling you all about them while they enjoy a tasty treat.

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It's the 30th annual Hummingbird Festival at the Woodlands Nature Station! Join us August 1-2 for a hummingbird party that has become a community tradition. August brings hundreds of hummingbirds through Land Between the Lakes as they migrate south for the winter. See hummingbirds buzz around our native gardens and learn about ways you can welcome these birds and other wildlife to your backyards. The festival will feature hummingbird banding with Southeastern Avian Research, native plant sale, pollinator photography gallery, local nature artisans, hummingbird games and crafts for kids (and adults alike!), plus programs and demonstrations about attracting hummingbirds and other backyard wildlife!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Pink Floyd - Dark Side at 5:30pm Pink Floyd - The Wall at 7pm

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Mornings are one of the best times to view Nature Station's hummingbirds as they feed at our freshly filled feeders. Let's step outside into the gardens and watch them in their morning feeding frenzy!

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How can you make your backyard a hummingbird haven? Join a naturalist to learn about hummingbird-friendly plants, feeder tips, and seasonal timing to have better success at attracting hummers to your own backyard.

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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This annual event has been a fun way to kick off the Marina Day Weekend for over 5 years now! Cost per scorecard is $25 and can be played by an individual or a team! Profits go to support a local charity or fundraiser! Zoom through Grand Rivers with your Golf Cart, Side-by-Side, Bike, or vehicle gathering the Best (or worst hand). Cash Prizes awarded for best hand, worst hand, and the "luck of the draw" contest!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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Step into the colorful world of natural dyeing. Watch as we prepare our mordant and dye bath, then soak yarn until it reaches its rich, natural hue. As the pot simmers, enjoy a story from the past and learn how people once created vibrant colors using plants and everyday materials. Come be part of the process and see what nature creates!

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love to. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn what their job is on an 1850's farm.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Zeppelin at 5:30pm Laser Queen at 7pm Laser Metallica at 8pm

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Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings in August to enjoy the hummingbirds during their busiest time of day! We will be offering special access before we open our doors to the general public to allow visitors exclusive time in our backyard! $12 per person, includes all day access to Nature Station. Space is limited, make reservations by calling 270-924-2020 Will not be available August 1-2 due to the Hummingbird Festival.

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Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Learn about our red wolves, one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction.

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Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at these birds that are crazy for carrion and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem!

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It's hummingbird time at Nature Station! What better way to celebrate than to enjoy a catered meal prepared just for you in our beautiful backyard as ruby-throated hummingbirds fill the air! Our backyard sees up to 200 hummingbirds a day, and they all come to feast at our easy-to-watch bird feeders! If you love hummingbirds, you certainly won't want to miss this! The event includes live music & hummingbird program. $30 per person Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Please indicate if you would like a vegetarian option.

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Summer isn't Summer without the Grand Rivers Street Dance! Enjoy the Classic Rock sounds of The Underdogs, the second Saturday each month, May - September. Road is closed from Payne Street to Cumberland Avenue for dancing and enjoying the music!

For More Information:

Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

For More Information:

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

For More Information: https://eddycreek.com/events/

Step into the colorful world of natural dyeing. Watch as we prepare our mordant and dye bath, then soak yarn until it reaches its rich, natural hue. As the pot simmers, enjoy a story from the past and learn how people once created vibrant colors using plants and everyday materials. Come be part of the process and see what nature creates!

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Meet our Border Leicester sheep and learn what role they played on an 1850's farm. Offer them a treat and get up close with these fuzzy farm friends.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch, and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your camera for a snake selfie!

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Who or what lurks beneath the waves? Come face to face with some of the largest turtles in Land Between the Lakes - the Alligator Snapping Turtle and Common Snapping Turtle! Find out what makes these lake dwellers such good fishermen and how to identify them in the wild.

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our Coyotes! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Back to School Bash Weekend (August 7-9th) at Holiday Hills Resort brings a fun close to summer with a campfire s'mores social, pencil charm crafts, classic playground games, a popcorn booth, and bingo night.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Vinyl - Classic Rock at 5:30pm Laser Beatles at 7pm

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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It's hummingbird time at Nature Station! What better way to celebrate than to enjoy a catered meal prepared just for you in our beautiful backyard as ruby-throated hummingbirds fill the air! Our backyard sees up to 200 hummingbirds a day, and they all come to feast at our easy-to-watch bird feeders! If you love hummingbirds, you certainly won't want to miss this! The event includes live music & hummingbird program. $30 per person Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Please indicate if you would like a vegetarian option.

For More Information: (270) 924-2020

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser U2 at 5:30pm Taylor Swift at 7pm Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe at 8pm Star Party at 9:15pm

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August is the best time to view Nature Station's hummingbirds as they feed at our freshly-filled feeders. Join us for a quick lesson on these little jewels, then step outside into the gardens and watch them in their feeding frenzy!

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Sorry, no Maverick or Goose - but let's meet some real flying aces close up: like an owl and a hawk! Discover their amazing aerial abilities and how they are masters of the sky!

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Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see Bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Join car enthusiasts around the Court Square in downtown Murray. See restored cars and other special vehicles of interest at this free event.

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Come meet our dominique chickens and cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farmyard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

For More Information: 931-232-6457

In the 1850s, leather was a staple good that was used to make sturdy shoes, saddles, bags, and even hinges on your windows in a pinch. Although leather can last a very long time, it still occasionally needs to be replaced, maintained, repaired - or even turned into something to sell. Come out and learn about leatherworking here on the farm.

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Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

For More Information: https://eddycreek.com/events/

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club is hosting open tournaments throughout 2026 at Lick Creek Boat Ramp in Dover. Two person team or fish by yourself for $50.00 per boat with 80% payout. Optional $10.00 Big Bass Pot with 100% Payout for a total of $60.00 at ramp. Tournament dates are 3/15, 3/29, 4/19, 5/31, 6/7, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16, 9/6, and 9/20. For more details, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568.

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Only one kind of hummingbird breeds in the Eastern United States, the ruby-throated. However, it has lots of cousins-there are over 300 species of hummingbirds in the world! Join us for this presentation to discover some of the world's most interesting hummingbirds such as the Marvelous Spatuletail, Bee Hummingbird, Streamertail, and Sword-billed Hummingbird. Then step out into our backyard gardens to watch our friendly neighborhood ruby-throats buzz around!

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our bunny! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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The chores are all done and it's time to play! Test your might, skill and wits with the popular pastimes of the 1850s. Perhaps you'll try your hand at Horseshoes. See if you can catch the hoop in a game of Graces, or compete with your friends and family in a good old-fashioned Tug-of-War! All this and more when it's game time on the farm.

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Come learn some fascinating facts about pigs and their place on an 1850's farm. Meet Pinky and Blake, our heritage breed pigs, we'll be telling you all about them while they enjoy a tasty treat.

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on the University of Missouri at Cutchin Field.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Family Fun Weekend (August 14-16th) at Holiday Hills Resort is all about spending quality time together, with a campfire s'mores social, DIY family shirt activity, family relay challenge, ice cream treat, family trivia showdown, and bingo night throughout the weekend.

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser I-pop at 5:30pm Taylor Swift at 7pm Laser X - 90's Alternative Rock at 8pm

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It's hummingbird time at Nature Station! What better way to celebrate than to enjoy a catered meal prepared just for you in our beautiful backyard as ruby-throated hummingbirds fill the air! Our backyard sees up to 200 hummingbirds a day, and they all come to feast at our easy-to-watch bird feeders! If you love hummingbirds, you certainly won't want to miss this! The event includes live music & hummingbird program. $30 per person Call 270-924-2020 to reserve your space. Please indicate if you would like a vegetarian option.

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Marsupials love munchies too! Join us as we meet our resident rescued opossum, up close and personal and learn about how you DEFINITELY want one of these patrolling your backyard!

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Who rules the water and sky of Land between the Lakes? The Bald Eagle of course! Visit with the Nature Station's resident eagle, Tahahente, during her chow time and learn why this bird is found abundantly throughout Land Between the Lakes and the secrets of their survival. We'll also discuss the successful comeback of the bald eagle in Land Between the Lakes and beyond.

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The Grand Rivers Street Dance is a summer tradition that began over 30 years ago! Enjoy the sounds of Crowfoot, a little rock, a little country, and a little blues but a whole lot of fun and great music!

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Do you like horsing around? Our therapy horse Cinnamon and our mule Todd love to. They enjoy a good brushing, time outside the pasture, and good treats. Come meet our equines here at The Homeplace and learn what their job is on an 1850's farm.

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Experience laundry day the old-fashioned way! Learn the step by step process of washing clothes the historic way. Lend a hand, and discover the hard work behind keeping clothes clean before modern machines made it easy!

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Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

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There's no exaggerating the size of these catches! Watch our resident gar grab a bite to eat and learn all about them right in our own backyard pond.

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our turkeys! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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Meet our Border Leicester sheep and learn what role they played on an 1850's farm. Offer them a treat and get up close with these fuzzy farm friends.

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19th Century Tennessee was no stranger to pottery. Redware, and salt glazed stoneware stored food on many farmsteads. Join us on the farm, and you could catch anything from kiln-making to kick wheeling!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Retro Arcade Weekend (July 21-23rd) at Holiday Hills Resort brings a nostalgic lineup with 90s music night, a Mario Kart tournament, retro outfit dance craze, and bingo night.

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Pink Floyd - Dark Side at 5:30pm Pink Floyd - The Wall at 7pm

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on UT Martin at Cutchin Field.

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Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on Eastern Illinois at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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If you’ve got a soft spot for old trucks, polished chrome, and small-town weekends, the Camden Cruise-In is worth adding to the calendar. Held on the fourth Saturday of each month from April through October, the event brings classic cars, door prizes, and live conversation to downtown Camden from 2 to 5 PM.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Join the Golden Pond Planetarium for exciting laser shows! Laser Retro - Best of the 80's at 5:30pm Laser Beatles at 7pm Laser Metallica at 8pm

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One of the rarest owls in Kentucky, barn owls once were quite common, but slowly started to disappear. Come up close and meet Ghost our resident barn owl, as we talk about her story and how we can help barn owls in Kentucky.

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Vultures: are they super gross, just misunderstood, or somewhere in between? Join our naturalists for this fun program where you can get an up-close look at our new (and very personable) turkey vulture that just loves dinner-time, and learn how they play a crucial role in our ecosystem!

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Hummingbirds can flap their wings 80 times per second! Let's discover the amazing world of hummingbirds through hands-on and interactive activities and try to meet a few of our fast-paced flyers in the backyard!

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Shop local at the Cadiz Farmer's Market. Open every Wednesday and Saturday starting April - October.

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Come meet our dominique chickens and cayuga ducks, hearty heritage breed birds commonly found on an 1800s farmyard. They could be anywhere on our farm today, busy eating bugs or laying eggs, but let's see if they'll come over and say hello.

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Join us on the farm for a cozy, hands-on fiber experience! Discover the art of knitting as we demonstrate basic techniques, share its rich historical significance, and explore how this timeless craft has connected communities for generations. Guests will have the opportunity to try knitting themselves and add a few stitches to our ongoing community washcloth project - or practice on a sample swatch designed just for beginners. Whether you're brand new to knitting or simply curious about its history, this interactive experience offers a warm, welcoming space to learn, create, and connect. Come stitch a row and become part of the story!

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Enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and connect with local producers at the largest Farmer's Market in the region. Bring cash and explore up to 60 booths!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

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Don't let their small stature fool you, these tiny predators are ferocious! From lightning-fast reflexes to silent ninja-like movement, these tiny terrors are some of the most fearsome predators around. Come and meet some of our smallest native predators and learn how size isn't everything!

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Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our endangered Red Wolves! Watch as they react to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!

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From egg baskets to picnic baskets, many different types of baskets were created by hand to help do the many jobs on the farm. Join us today to learn about the different kinds of baskets, their uses, and some tips for making your own at home.

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Come learn some fascinating facts about pigs and their place on an 1850's farm. Meet Pinky and Blake, our heritage breed pigs, we'll be telling you all about them while they enjoy a tasty treat.

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on Georgia Southern at Cutchin Field.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Labor Day Lakeside Fest (August 28-30th) at Holiday Hills Resort features trivia night, a BBQ cook-off, a Labor Day parade, Chef Jamie's food truck, and a cornhole tournament, bringing a full weekend of lakeside celebration.

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Visit Venture River for a FREE firework show at dusk Sunday, August 31st. The show and parking are complimentary. Please note the park closes at 5PM, and will be closed during fireworks.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on Austin Peay at Cutchin Field.

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The North Central Tennessee Bass Club is hosting open tournaments throughout 2026 at Lick Creek Boat Ramp in Dover. Two person team or fish by yourself for $50.00 per boat with 80% payout. Optional $10.00 Big Bass Pot with 100% Payout for a total of $60.00 at ramp. Tournament dates are 3/15, 3/29, 4/19, 5/31, 6/7, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16, 9/6, and 9/20. For more details, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on Valparaiso at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

For More Information: https://eddycreek.com/events/

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

No cover charge at Fat Daddy's on Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or car and enjoy the Fat Daddy's Tiki Bar - great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere. Live music from 1:30 to 5:30. Come see us!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/fatdaddysfun

Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

For More Information: https://www.greenturtlebay.com/tiki-turtle

Enjoy live music at Eddy Creek Resort on Lake Barkley!

For More Information: https://eddycreek.com/events/

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club is hosting open tournaments throughout 2026 at Lick Creek Boat Ramp in Dover. Two person team or fish by yourself for $50.00 per boat with 80% payout. Optional $10.00 Big Bass Pot with 100% Payout for a total of $60.00 at ramp. Tournament dates are 3/15, 3/29, 4/19, 5/31, 6/7, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16, 9/6, and 9/20. For more details, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568.

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on Illinois State at Cutchin Field.

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Charity buddy tourney $1500 1st place, 100%+ of entry fees paid to anglers. Bring new book/toy for drawing for a free entry next year. Printable entry on website. Fee $100/boat, cash at ramp. Call Randy Workman at 270-871-9329

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Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on Southern Illinois at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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Live music at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle! No cover charge - come and join the fun!

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on Valparaiso at Cutchin Field.

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on UIC at Cutchin Field.

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Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on South Dakota at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on Indiana State at Cutchin Field.

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Halloween weekend is shaping up to be a fun one with a community festival on Saturday, October 31 starting at 4pm featuring a golf cart parade, boat parade, food trucks, bonfires, free hot dogs, and plenty of candy for the kids. Whether you show up by boat or by car, come spend your spooky evening by the lake in costume!

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Watch the Murray State women's soccer team take on Belmont at Cutchin Field.

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Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on Youngstown State at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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The Barkley Beast Fest on November 13-14, 2026 at Lake Barkley features top cryptozoology and paranormal presenters. Hear from Hellbent Holler, Charlie Raymond, David "Taters" Wickham, and Martin Groves as they share stories, research, and evidence on Bigfoot, Dogman, and other mysterious creatures.

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The Missouri Valley Conference is hosting its Women's Soccer tournament right here in Murray, KY! Watch tournament action all week long as the best teams battle it out for the title of Conference Champions!

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Watch the Murray State Racer Football take on Northern Iowa at Roy Stewart Stadium.

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