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Downtown Owensboro Events

2nd Street FAM JAM (May - Oct)

2nd Street Silent Disco (May - Oct)

2nd Street Silent Disco (May - Oct)

2nd Street FAM JAM features live music & family activities on 2nd Street with the street closed to traffic from Allen to St. Ann.  This family-friendly event begins at the start of the Friday After 5 season and continues until late October, starting at 6:30pm and lasting until 9:30pm. In addition to live music, there are picnic tables setup and activity stations for children.

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2nd Street Silent Disco (May - Oct)

2nd Street Silent Disco (May - Oct)

2nd Street Silent Disco (May - Oct)

We close down 2nd Street and dance the night away to great music at this monthly event. Headphones are available and each pair plays 3 channels of music simultaneously making an experience truly everyone will love.  A variety of delicious food + beverages are available from all of the 2nd Street businesses!

Bloktoberfest (October)

Holiday Stroll (December)

Holiday Stroll (December)

Blocktoberfest returns to Downtown Owensboro on October 19, 2024!  2nd Street will be filled with live music, contests, local vendors and, of course, regional breweries. All proceeds from Bloktoberfest support the events & operations of Downtown Owensboro. 

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Holiday Stroll (December)

Holiday Stroll (December)

Holiday Stroll (December)

Established in 2008 by a group of Downtown Owensboro merchants, the Holiday Stroll has been a staple during the holiday season.  Featuring a special Santa & reindeer experience, live music, ice carving & more, this is a great event for families and all fans of the holiday season.  Join us on December 7, 2024 for another great family-friendly event!

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Other Major Downtown Events

Lip Sync Battle (January)

Lip Sync Battle (January)

Voted Owensboro favorite event, Owensboro Lip Sync Battle is one night of epic performances from local businesses and organizations all in support of Puzzle Pieces, a nonprofit that serves 400+ clients with disabilities.

Burger Week (March)

Lip Sync Battle (January)

Owensboro is known for BBQ, but can those BBQ restaurants do burgers? What about burgers from some of our Mexican restaurants? This week is an epic showdown of burger awesomeness.  A distinguished panel of self-proclaimed burger experts will blind taste test to determine one champion.

BBQ & Barrels (May)

BBQ & Barrels represents the culmination of 45 years of a cultural tradition in Owensboro and Daviess County. It is the celebration of our past, our present, and our future, bringing together two of Owensboro’s greatest traditions – authentic, unparalleled Owensboro barbecue and historic Kentucky bourbon.

Friday After 5 (May - August)

Free, award-winning summer-long music festival and street fair on the stunningly beautiful Downtown Owensboro Riverfront.  Friday After 5 began in 1997 with 4 concerts and grew into a summer-long signature riverfront festival for the entire tri-state area hosting more than 70,000 visitors each season. Friday After 5 has won the Messenger-Inquirer Reader’s Choice Platinum Award for “Best Community Event” for 10 consecutive years.

Live On The Banks (May - Sept)

Live on the Banks is a free, outdoor concert series on Saturday nights from May through September at the Overlook Stage on the Downtown Owensboro Riverfront. 


Presented by the City of Owensboro.

Jeeps & Jamz Expo (June)

Jeeps and Jamz Expo is Owensboro’s premier Jeep event and more than just a gathering; it’s the ultimate celebration for Jeep enthusiasts. Every year, the heart of Owensboro resonates with the revving of Jeep engines and the buzz of a vibrant community coming together.

All-American 4th of July

Owensboro Air Show (Sept)

Owensboro's All-American Fourth of July celebrations begin in the afternoon at the Convention Center's 4th Fest with activities for kids, live music and food trucks on the Downtown Owensboro Riverfront.  For a nightcap, fireworks will light up the sky in a coordinated display with the bridge & music!

Owensboro Air Show (Sept)

Owensboro Air Show (Sept)

The Owensboro Air Show began in 2012 to celebrate the grand opening of the newly revitalized Smothers Park Riverfront in downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. Twelve years later, the Owensboro Air Show has become a signature community event in the region annually showcasing the best military jet teams and civilian performers in the world.

Owensboro Comic Con (Oct)

Owensboro Comic & Toy Convention will take place October 5-6th, 2024 in Owensboro, KY at the Owensboro Convention Center. OCTC is Owensboro's largest gathering of all things geeky! The convention features celebrities of film and TV, comics, art, music, and more.

Trail of Treats (Oct)

This family-friendly event runs from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. and will feature over 60 booths sponsored by local businesses and organizations. Kids and families can trick-or-treat downtown while enjoying music and meeting some of their favorite characters! The fun will span West 2nd Street and Veterans Blvd. from Daviess Street to Frederica Street.

Kraftucky: Arts & Crafts (Nov)

Let’s get crafty for the 11th Annual Kraftucky! Guests can shop from over 200 booths from talented artisans and crafters featuring items in woodcrafts, decor, quilts, candles, holiday decorations, custom foods, painting, floral arrangements, pottery, embroidery, and more! Find something unique for yourself or get a jump start on that holiday shopping!
Show hours are Friday, November 8 from 2pm to 7pm, Saturday, November 9 from 9am to 6pm, and Sunday, November 10 from 11am to 4pm.

Hometown Christmas (Nov - Dec)

“Hometown Christmas,” a series of holiday activities, kick off in mid-November with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. From festive photo ops and interactive light displays to Christmas-themed programs and theatre performances, more than a dozen activities will take place through December 31.

Hot Chocolate Hop

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