There is always something exciting happening in Madisonville- Hopkins County! Whether it’s a festival, a concert, an art exhibit, or connecting with the outdoors, you’ll find several enticing activities on our calendar.
Check out this weekends top picks!
Hopkins County-Madisonville Fair
Aug 2 – Aug 10
Hopkins County Fairgrounds
Mark your calendars for a week full of fun! The Hopkins County-Madisonville Fair is returning August 2-10. This year’s fair will freature great arena events, pageants, agricultural shows, rides, food, and memories that will last a lifetime!
$12 (Tuesday-Thursday) $15 (Friday & Saturday) $10 (Sunday) Nightly Fair admission price includes unlimited rides and events. Does not include entry fees for participation in specific competitions, games, or food.
No admission refunds and/or rain checks for any event/show or rides. No Re-entry.
Friday Aug 2: Admission $15 per person RIDES INCLUDED – Over 36 Inches Tall
- Gates open at 5:30 p.m., rides provided by MILLER SPECTACULAR SHOWS
- 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Rabbit Show Entry
- 6:00 p.m. Rabbit Show
- 7:00 p.m. – BALLARD CENTER – Little Miss and Mister Hopkins County Fair Pageant
- 7:00 p.m. – ARENA – Top Dog Demolition Derby
- 11:30 p.m. – Rides Close
Saturday Aug 3: Admission $15 per person RIDES INCLUDED – Over 36 Inches Tall
- Gates open at 5:30 p.m., rides provided by MILLER SPECTACULAR SHOWS
- 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Entry for Poultry, Market Goat, Market Lamb
- 6:00 p.m. – Poultry Show
- 6:00 p.m. – Goat Show – Lamb Show to Follow Goat Show
- 7:00 p.m. – BALLARD CENTER – Miss Hopkins County Fair Pageant
- 7:00 p.m. – ARENA – Top Dog Demolition Derby
- 11:00 p.m. – MIDWAY – Drawing for $1,000.00 prize money
- 11:30 p.m. – Rides Close
Sunday Aug 4: Admission $10 per person RIDES INCLUDED – Over 36 Inches Tall
- Gates open at 1:00 p.m., rides provided by MILLER SPECTACULAR SHOWS
- 5:00 p.m. – Rides Close
- 6:00 p.m. – MIDWAY – FREE – Gospel Concert
Visit the website for a full schedule and lineup of events!
Hopkins County Outdoor Expo 2024
August 2 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
August 3 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
August 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Worship Service: 9 am – 10 am)
West Kentucky Archery Complex
Hopkins County Sportsmen & Sportswomen are hosting the Hopkins County Outdoor Expo on Aug. 2 – Aug. 4 at the West Kentucky Archery Complex. There will be food trucks, seminars, vendors, and entertainment.
Live Music at West Dawson Music Venue
August 2 @ 6:30 pm
West Dawson Music Venue
Join the West Dawson Music Venue for live music! The Girls are Back in Town on Friday, August 2nd at 6:30 pm. Free admission!
Great food and plenty of family fellowship. You’ll enjoy Country, Bluegrass, Folk & Gospel music.
Live Music by Sam Gyllenhaal Band
August 2 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Oasis Southwest Grill
Oasis Southwest Grill is bringing the entertainment! Join them for weekly live music at the tiki bar!
Cars & Coffee- Madisonville
August 3 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Simply Poured Coffee
Cars and Coffee is an event where everyone is welcomed to bring their vehicle, and socialize with fellow car enthusiasts while enjoying a coffee or pastry item from Simply Poured. We will have a drawing for some prizes (to enter just bring a vehicle to participate in the event)!
US Road Running Pirate Race
August 3 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Mahr Park Arboretum
Registration: online through www.usroadrunning.com under Races
Times: Bib pickup begins at 8 am, the race starts at 8:30 am
US Road Running hosts a monthly race at Mahr Park on the 1st Saturday of the month! Part of our year-long, nationwide series, the Pirate races are great opportunities for runners of all ages and paces to start their running journey and develop their goals in a family-friendly, small race environment. Events include 1 mile, 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances; club members receive a series t-shirt and 50% off registrations! Details are available on www.usroadrunning.com.