Two Summer Weekends Worth The Drive To Madisonville, KY. If your ideal summer weekend includes treasure hunting through antiques, discovering roadside bargains, listening to live music under the stars, and finding a reason to stay just a little longer, Madisonville belongs on your summer calendar. This year, two completely different weekends are turning Madisonville into…
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Record-Breaking Great Restaurant Race Drives Over $37,000 in Local Restaurant Spending
Hopkins County Great Restaurant Race Sees Record Participation in 2026 MADISONVILLE, KY — The Hopkins County Tourist & Convention Commission is celebrating a record-breaking year for the 5th Annual Great Restaurant Race, with 148 completed entries, the highest participation in the event’s history. The month-long dining challenge encouraged participants to explore restaurants across Hopkins County,…
FULL LINE-UP for 4th Fest & Praise in the Park 2026!
MADISONVILLE, KY – The City of Madisonville proudly announces the lineup for its annual 4th Fest, returning to Madisonville City Park July 3rd and 4th. Praise in the Park will take place Sunday, July 5. The annual celebration, presented by Toyota of Madisonville, is the largest three-day outdoor music festival in the region, drawing more…
West Kentucky Antique & Vintage Market Coming to Madisonville!
Calling all collectors, purveyors, and antique/vintage lovers! The West Kentucky Antique & Vintage Market will be held in Madisonville at the West Kentucky Archery Complex on June 26th and 27th. Hopkins County Tourist and Convention Commission is proud to host the event and showcase quality antique and vintage dealers from across the region. The event will…
Madisonville Salutes with Colt Ford – FREE Concert!
Madisonville Salutes set for May 16 at City ParkFree Military Day celebration to feature COLT FORD in concert March 30, 2026 MADISONVILLE, KY – The city of Madisonville will host “Madisonville Salutes,” a full day of patriotic celebration honoring military service members, veterans, and their families, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Madisonville City Park.…
Meet the 2026 Great Restaurant Race Crew!
The 5th Annual Great Restaurant Race kicks off soon, and this year we’ve added something new to help bring the experience to life. Meet the Crew • Libby Spencer• Melanie Tapp• Adam Townsend• Lauren Grant• Brandon Patterson• Jarrid Scott• Schuyler Redpath These are individuals who already do a great job supporting local businesses and showing…
Lineup Announced for Annual PRAISE IN THE PARK
MADISONVILLE, KY — The City of Madisonville today announced the lineup for PRAISE IN THE PARK 2026, the inspirational finale to the community’s massive 4th Fest Independence Day weekend celebration, taking place Sunday, July 5 at Madisonville City Park. Presented by Toyota of Madisonville, PRAISE IN THE PARK will feature performances by BEN FULLER, Josh…
Madisonville & Hopkins Co. Bunny Hop! 🐰
Here comes Peter Cottontail, hopping’ down the bunny trail! Hippity, hoppity, Easter’s on its way! We spoke to Mr. Cottontail and found out his favorite stops on the bunny trail! It’s a busy time for Mr. Cottontail though… some places he might stay for a selfie and roll lots of Easter eggs your way, other…
The 5th Annual Great Restaurant Race Returns to Hopkins County This April!
Get ready, Hopkins County. One of the most anticipated foodie events of the year is back! The 5th Annual Great Restaurant Race is returning this April, inviting residents and visitors to explore the incredible local dining scene across Hopkins County. The challenge is simple: Dine at 12 different Hopkins County restaurants during the month of…