Kentucky Lake & Lake Barkley Events

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Does your child love history, nature, or just being outside? Are they between the ages of 8 and 12? Then we have an experience they'll never forget! New in 2025 is our youth program, Junior Ranger Mornings. This morning will focus on sustainability, highlighting healthy eco-systems, pollinators, plants, and more!

This program will be offered throughout the summer season, and each day will feature different aspects of the Park, including history, nature, and sustainability. Additional program dates are July 23rd.

$10/participant. Includes all program supplies. Program limited to 10 Junior Rangers. Junior Rangers must be between the ages of 8 and 12, and must turn 8 in 2025 to be eligible to register. Parent supervision is not required. Clothing should be appropriate for summer weather, exposure to the sun, with closed toe shoes. Water bottle recommended. Sunscreen and bug spray will be provided by Park staff.

For More Information: 931-535-2789

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

For More Information: https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

The Friends of the Arboretum invites everyone to come out for the Watermelon Bust July 17th from 6pm to 8pm. It's a free family event featuring Murray State's football players. Games, crafts, snacks, prizes, and of course, watermelon will be on hand! The Doran Arboretum is located at 300 Hickory Drive in Murray.

For More Information: 270-713-0110

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Save the date! The Marina Crawl returns this July 2025 to Lake Barkley! Travel around your boat to various marina stops on the lake and pick up your card. More details will be posted as we draw closer to the date.

For More Information: 270-388-4769

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Rev up your engines and head to Dwain Taylor Chevrolet in Murray, KY on Friday, July 19 for an exciting day of classic cars, custom builds, and show-stopping rides! Featuring 10 vehicle classes, there's something for every kind of car enthusiast.

10 Judged Classes - Bring your best and compete for top honors.
Dash Plaques for the first 50 entrants - Register early and claim yours!
Trophies for each class winner.
$1,000 Grand Prize for Best in Show - One lucky ride will take home the top prize!

Whether you're entering your vehicle or just coming to admire, it's a great day for gearheads, families, and fans of all things automotive. Don't miss it!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1019384396439298

The Campaign for Forts Henry and Donelson involved navigating almost 70 miles of rivers and roads, as well as coordinating thousands of troops, a river fleet, and almost a dozen commanders. Fighting took place in multiple areas over a sizable portion of land and on the water. This complex campaign skyrocketed Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant to fame and marked the beginning of the end for the Confederacy in the western theater.

This "Battlefield in a Box" program is an interactive visual program designed to allow visitors to participate in telling the story. Visitors attending the program can expect to better understand what took place and where it happened while having a memorable experience! The program is open to groups and people of all ages and is an excellent program for families.

Programs are subject to staffing availability. In the interest of safety, in the event of inclement weather, programs are subject to cancelation. Information as to program status will be available online, or by contacting the Ranger office at 931-232-0576.

For More Information: 931-232-5706

To defend Fort Donelson, Confederates used soldiers and enslaved people to construct trenches along several ridge lines close to the fort and the town of Dover. Along multiple high points they placed cannons to guard approaches along creek beds. Two of the overlooked but important batteries were Maney's and Graves'. Both guarded Indian Creek, and some of the hardest fighting of the campaign took place there on the afternoon of February 13, 1862.

Join a Ranger on the 3rd Saturday of the month to go on a .6-mile roundtrip hike. Explore the events of Brigadier General John A. McClernand's attack on Maney's Battery that became the most controversial Union attack at Fort Donelson. The attack failed and brush fires burned wounded and dead Union soldiers. Was this attack, as later reported by Ulysses S. Grant in his memoirs, carried out "without orders or authority," or, according to John McClernand, was it carried out "within the spirit of your order…"? Attend the program to learn about this overlooked part of the battle for Fort Donelson!

Please be aware that while the hike is short, the hill is very steep and uneven. Please wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and be prepared to go up several hundred feet in elevation.

Programs are subject to staffing availability. In the interest of safety, in the event of inclement weather, programs are subject to cancelation. Information as to program status will be available online, or by contacting the Ranger office at 931-232-0576.

For More Information: 931-232-5706

Live music at Ralph's Harborview Grill at Moors Resort. Come get some delicious food and drinks and join the friendly folks in a lakeside dining atmosphere at Kentucky Lake.

For More Information: https://www.moorsresort.com

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

For More Information: www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

For More Information: https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

The Dover Hotel, constructed between 1853-1855, was a witness to the booming days of river boat traffic and was the meeting site for one of the most important surrenders during the American Civil War. Join Park staff as they tell the story of the Dover Hotel and the events that the building witnessed throughout its life as a hotel, hospital, and meeting place.

Programs are subject to staffing availability. In the interest of safety, in the event of inclement weather, programs are subject to cancelation. Information as to program status will be available online, or by contacting the Ranger office at 931-232-0576.

For More Information: 931-232-5706

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568

For More Information: 931-802-1568

Monday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Does your child love history, nature, or just being outside? Are they between the ages of 8 and 12? Then we have an experience they'll never forget! New in 2025 is our youth program, Junior Ranger Mornings. This morning will focus on history, highlighting the historical significance of Johnsonville, TN.

Your child will love learning about the lives of Civil War soldiers, and will also learn about nature while being active in the outdoors!

$10/participant. Includes all program supplies. Program limited to 10 Junior Rangers. Junior Rangers must be between the ages of 8 and 12, and must turn 8 in 2025 to be eligible to register. Parent supervision is not required. Clothing should be appropriate for summer weather, exposure to the sun, with closed toe shoes. Water bottle recommended. Sunscreen and bug spray will be provided by Park staff.

For More Information: 931-535-2789

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

For More Information: https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Monday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Shop local at the Farmers Market in downtown Cadiz! Join us each Wednesday and Saturday from 7am to Noon during the months of May-October.

For More Information: https://gocadiz.com/events-calendar/

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Enjoy live music by Daniel Neihoff and delicious food from Handheld Food Truck! There's no cover charge, and no reservations are needed for lawn seating-just bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax. If you'd like a reserved table, we've got options: $20 for a table for four or $10 for a table for two. Call 270-493-2682 to reserve your spot-prepayment is required, and availability is limited. Please support our local vendors by refraining from bringing outside food or beverages. Don't miss this great night of music, food, and fun!

For More Information: 270-493-2682

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

For More Information: www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568

For More Information: 931-802-1568

Monday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Listen to Wheelhouse Rousters at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park! Admission is free and there will be ice cream sponsored by The Murray Bank.

For More Information:

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Monday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Listen to Jazz West at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park! Bebop, cool jazz & standards you'll love! Admission is free and there will be ice cream sponsored by The Murray Bank. This event is presented by The Rotary Club of Murray and sponsored by GEC Electric.

For More Information:

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Southern Pickleball presents the inaugural Beat the Heat - Kentucky tournament at Kenlake State Resort Park. The event will be two days, Saturday August 16th through Sunday August 17th.

August 16th - Women's and Women's Doubles
August 17th - Mixed Doubles

All matches will be played at the indoor tennis facility at Kenlake State Resort Park. Registration is $60 and includes one event. An additional event is $10. For more details, visit this link.

For More Information: 270-474-2211

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Monday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Listen to Haleigh Martin at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park! Progressive country/blues and originals! Admission is free and there will be ice cream sponsored by The Murray Bank. This event is presented by The Rotary Club of Murray and sponsored by Charter Senior Living.

For More Information:

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Monday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Tuesday Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, and Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Wednesday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Explore
12pm: Firefall
1pm: Habitat Earth
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Traveling with Light
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Thursday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Traveling with Light
12pm: Discover the Stars
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Explore
3pm: From Earth to the Universe
4pm: Earth, Moon, & Sun

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Friday Planetarium Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: From Earth to the Universe
12pm: Traveling with Light
1pm: Firefall
2pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
3pm: Habitat Earth
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Saturday Planetarium Events:

10am: Laser Legends of the Night Sky
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - Powerhouses of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

This Labor Day weekend enjoy fireworks from Venture River Water Park in Eddyville! Tentatively scheduled for Sunday evening at dust, August 31. The water park will be closing at 5pm before the show, but guests can view the fireworks from the parking area.

For More Information: https://www.ventureriver.com

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Sunday Events:

10am: Little Star That Could
11am: Earth, Moon, & Sun
12pm: From Earth to the Universe
1pm: Stars - The Powerhouse of the Universe
2pm: Traveling with Light
3pm: Firefall
4pm: Discover the Stars

Admission fee is required for this event for visitors over the age of 4. Located in the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Click here for showtimes.

For More Information: 270-924-2233

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

For More Information: www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Start cleaning your closets and get ready for the Calvert Citywide Yard Sale, September 4-6! Does your organization want to participate as a fundraiser? Of course you can! To host a yard sale, simply go to this link to complete the form and use this page to promote your yard sale!

For More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1528041751147643

Get ready to hunt for bargains! Shop around yard sales in Benton or set up your own. More information to come.

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

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Takeoff is at 6am, and Weigh-ins are at 2pm.

Off Limits: Standard MLF5 off-limits apply, plus the area inside the breakwall at Kentucky Dam Marina and paddleboat area. Locking is not permitted.

Fishing License: A Kentucky license is required for Kentucky waters. A Tennessee license is required for Tennessee waters. KY and TN licenses reciprocate on Kentucky Lake from Egner's Ferry Bridge to the Highway 79 Bridge. A KY license can be purchased over the phone at 877-598-2401. A TN license can be purchased over the phone at 888-891-8972. Either license can be purchased online at majorleaguefishing.com/fishing-license.

Catch Limits: Boater: 5; Co-Angler: 3
Size Limit: 15 inches. For more information click here.

For More Information: 270-527-3128

Get ready for a fun-filled evening! Join us at Memorial Park on September 12th at 6pm for a Golf Cart Scavenger Hunt. Grab your golf cart, gather 2-6 friends, and bring your camera-equipped cellphone. Follow the clues, snap those pictures, and you could win a gift card to a local Calvert City restaurant! Free and open to everyone.

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

For More Information: www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Car Cruise on Benton's Court Square beginning at 5pm. Concert by Homemade Jam Band to start at 6pm. Bring a lawn chair and some friends and come join the fun!

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

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Join us for the Calvert Cares Suicide Prevention Walk on September 16th at 6pm in Memorial Park. Did you know suicide is a leading cause of preventable death? This walk is a citywide acknowledgment of our support and care for those impacted by suicide. We'll share stories, mourn, and remember loved ones lost. Your participation helps create a powerful message: Your story doesn't end here.

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

For More Information: www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

The 62nd Annual Founder's Day celebration kicks off September 15 with tons of events the entire family will love. From live music to fireworks to food to kid's activities, there's a little bit of something for everyone. Be watching Lake Barkley's Facebook page as we get closer to the event for more information.

For More Information: 270-388-5300

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Anglers - save the date for the Hopkins County BASS Club Tournament on Lake Barkley September 27, 2025 at the Kuttawa ramp. More details will be posted as the date approaches.

For More Information: 270-871-9329

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Join us every Saturday, 7 AM to noon, at the Downtown Farmer's Market! You'll find fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handcrafted items. It is on 5th and Maple Streets in Downtown Murray, May through October.

For More Information: www.murrayfarmersmarket.com

Catch live music all summer long at Green Turtle Bay's Tiki Turtle on Lake Barkley!

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

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.

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

Takeoff is at 7am, and Weigh-ins are at 3pm.

Off Limits: Standard MLF5 off-limits apply, plus the area inside the breakwall at Kentucky Dam Marina and paddleboat area. Locking is not permitted.

Fishing License: A Kentucky license is required for Kentucky waters. A Tennessee license is required for Tennessee waters. KY and TN licenses reciprocate on Kentucky Lake from Egner's Ferry Bridge to the Highway 79 Bridge. A KY license can be purchased over the phone at 877-598-2401. A TN license can be purchased over the phone at 888-891-8972. Either license can be purchased online at majorleaguefishing.com/fishing-license.

Catch Limits: Boater: 5; Co-Angler: 3
Size Limit: 15 inches. For more information click here.

For More Information: 270-527-3128

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568

For More Information: 931-802-1568

The CC River Folk Festival is a beloved, family-friendly music festival in Kentucky that offers a foot-stomping good time for all ages! Free and open to the public! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy two days of everything fall!

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Join the KY Lake Paddleup on Saturday, October 4th! This family-friendly paddle event, in partnership with Calvert City, the Kentucky Lake CVB, CADA, and the Tennessee RiverLine, offers a scenic paddle from Sledd Creek to Kentucky Dam Village Boat Ramp. Bring your kayak, canoe, or paddle craft and enjoy a beautiful day on Kentucky Lake. Stay tuned for more details!

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

Get ready for a spooky bike ride! Join us on October 10th for a Halloween-themed ride across Kentucky Dam. Dress in your best costume, decorate your bike, and compete for prizes! Meet at the Beach at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. Helmets recommended.

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Join us for a spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat on Benton Court Square! Dress up in your best Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat from decorated car trunks. Fun for the whole family! More information to come.

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

In October, we wear pink to remember and honor those touched by breast cancer. Join the Calvert Area Development Association for The Carol Capps Pink Walk on October 11th at 9am. We'll remember loved ones lost, celebrate those fighting, and emphasize the importance of proactive mammograms. Your participation directly supports Kentucky Cancer Link, helping local individuals in need.

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568

For More Information: 931-802-1568

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

The Renegade Tournament will visit Lake Barkley October 22-23. For more information, call director John Newton at 270-535-5774. This is a Senior event, one person in the boat must be over 50.

For More Information: 270-535-5774

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

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

The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at the ramp. For more information, contact Tim York at 931-802-1568

For More Information: 931-802-1568

Calvert City is one of the best little towns to visit during Halloween. Residents travel by golf cart, car, hayride, or bike to the many stops on October 31st. The City of Calvert City is urging residents to keep a lookout for little goblins, especially around Halloween. The Calvert City Treat Trail is scheduled for October 31st with a curfew of 9pm.

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

This bass fishing tournament is open to NTBA members and will take place at the Kuttawa ramp on Lake Barkley November 7-8. For more info, visit https://anglersntba.com/

For More Information: https://anglersntba.com/

Start your holiday shopping at Benton Partnership's Holiday Open House weekend. Many local businesses will be participating and offering door prizes. There will also be sales and snacks!

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

Hop on the Moneymaker Trail during Thanksgiving week and crank out this fun challenge by running, biking, or walking on a full belly! Beginning November 22nd, the Moneymaker Trail will be marked off with a start line and finish line for a 1.5-mile trail. Ride it, walk it, or run it as many times as you'd like during November 22nd-30th, and mark your time down on the leaderboard (there will be better markers this year). This friendly competition is a way to get out and get active during the Thanksgiving holiday!

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

Santa's sled is undergoing maintenance, and he's stopping by Calvert City to check on a few kids before he heads back to the North Pole. Make plans to watch Santa fly into the airport, and enjoy holiday activities before getting your picture taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus, his favorite elf, and one of his reindeer!

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Find all your unique gifts in one town! Mark your calendar and map out your plan for one of the biggest shows in town! Four shopping locations all around Calvert City!

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

The longest-running Christmas Parade in Kentucky on 5th Avenue. Enjoy a night full of floats from all your favorite local businesses! After the parade, head to the Civic Center for a photo with Santa, hot dogs, and drinks served by the Calvert City Lions Club.

For More Information: https://calvertcityky.gov/

Come to Benton's Court Square to enjoy an array of activities, including a live Nativity, hot chocolate, cookies, ornament decorating, and much more! And we can't forget Santa, of course!

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