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!
Hay Bale Trail
Now through Oct. 31
Mahr Park Arboretum
Get ready for a fun-filled autumn adventure for the whole family with the 4th Annual Hay Bale Trail at Mahr Park Arboretum! Marvel at the impressive displays of creativity and talent from local businesses and organizations as you drive through the scenic trail. With over 80 entries, you’ll be delighted by the unique hay bale creations and the beauty of Mahr Park.
Downtown Window Painting
Paintings up through Oct. 31st
Downtown Madisonville, KY
Downtown becomes a one-of-a-kind spooky gallery with children’s paintings lining Main St. and beyond! Take a drive or a stroll and find your favorite! The paintings are up through the end of October, however, they are exposed to the elements, so rain showers may impact the paintings. Enjoy a tradition that’s been a part of our community for generations.
Gospel Music Extravaganza
October 25 @ 6:30 pm
October 26 @ 2:00 pm
Grapevine Baptist Church
Get back to your Southern Gospel roots! Come to Madisonville, Kentucky, on Friday, October 25, and Saturday, October 26 for the annual Gospel Music Extravaganza. Join The Childress Family and other special guests for an uplifting weekend of praise and worship. Greater Vision is the featured artist on Friday. Tribute Quartet will be the featured artist for Saturday. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday. Doors open 1 hour prior to concert times.
The concerts are held at Grapevine Baptist Church, 85 Sandcut Road (just off I-69 exit 111) in Madisonville. Admission is free. Love offerings are accepted.
Local hotels are offering special rates for the weekend, so plan to spend the weekend with us! For more information about the concerts and hotel rates, please call 270-836-8882.
Madisonville FREE Outdoor Movie: Kicking & Screaming
October 25 @ 7:00 pm
Madisonville-Hopkins County Sportsplex
Join the City of Madisonville for a FREE showing of Kicking and Screaming at Madisonville Hopkins County Sportsplex! Free admission, free drinks, and free popcorn!
Kentucky State Disc Golf Championship
October 26 – October 27
Mahr Park Arboretum & Madisonville City Park
Cars & Coffee- Madisonville
October 26 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Simply Poured Coffee
Cars and Coffee! We will have trophies! We will be giving out candy for the kids too! Enjoy some coffee and treats as you meet new people and see some great vehicles! Lots of parking! Trophies will be given out at 12pm!
Spooky Extravaganza
October 26 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
Join Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park for their annual Spooky Extravaganza! They will have contests for best costume, campsite decorations, and pumpkin carving! Spooktacular programs including a snake meet & greet and it’s fall y’all shirts ($10). Don’t forget to pick up some candy during our campsite trick-or-treating.
Spa Paws for a Cause
October 26 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Blades Salon & Day Spa
Bring your furry companion along for a pampering spa day and treat yourself to a fresh haircut! All proceeds will go to the Hopkins County Humane Society!
Spooky Harp Music by Penny Schweizer
October 26 @ 1:00 pm
Hopkins County-Madisonville Public Library
Listen to local harpist Penny Schweizer play spooky spine-tingling harp music at the library!
Fall Shoreline Water Trek
October 26 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Mahr Park Arboretum
Enjoy a leisurely guided kayak trek at the Arboretum. Take in the beautiful sights along the shore of Lake Pee Wee!
If you are unfamiliar with kayaking and would like to go with a group, this is a great opportunity for you! Seasoned kayakers are invited as well.
Meet us at the kayak launch at 2:00 p.m.
We will have a limited amount of kayaks available. Please call (270) 584-9017 or email mahrpark@madisonvillegov.com to reserve one of our kayaks ahead of time.
Guests are welcome to bring their own kayak or canoe and join us!
Fall Plant Swap & Trunk or Treat
October 26 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hopkins County Farmers Market
Have some plants that need to be divided or you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!
Join the Pennyroyal Master Gardeners for their annual Fall Plant & Bulb Swap on Saturday, Oct. 26th at the Hopkins County Farmers Market. The event is free to the public!
They will also be hosting a Family Friendly Trunk-or-Treat during the market!
Cruise-In & Trunk or Treat
October 26 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Downtown Madisonville
Food trucks & craft vendors.
Halloween Dance Party featuring Rouge Hippies
October 26 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Duggers Bar & Grill
•21&up.
•Must have ID
•Must enjoy a good time!
Wear your best costumes to dance in because I have a feeling we won’t wanna be sitting down all night! There will be a costume contest of best dressed & best dancer
Rogue Hippies, the innovative electronic duo, are set to captivate their hometown of Madisonville, KY with a groundbreaking performance at the renowned Dugger’s Bar & Grill, Saturday Oct. 26 7p-11p. This highly anticipated event promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience, pushing the boundaries of electronic music as we know it. The duo’s unique sound will be brought to life through the intricate mixing of six decks, dynamic drum samples, and mesmerizing 10’ visuals that will be skillfully manipulated in real-time. As if that wasn’t enough, a dazzling laser light show will further elevate the atmosphere, enveloping the audience in a kaleidoscope of colors and pulsating energy that is sure to ignite the dance floor.
Adding to the excitement, the performance will feature a lineup of exceptional guest performers who will each bring their own flair to the stage. The Ultimate Matthew Jeremy Smith is set to infuse the set with his signature funky bass riffs, injecting a groovy vibe that will resonate with the crowd. Meanwhile, the talented Bunny WithABeat will grace the stage with her soulful vocals and rhythmic rhymes, adding a layer of depth and emotion to the already electrifying performance.
With such a diverse and talented lineup of artists coming together, this event promises to be a night to remember for electronic music enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Prepare to be transported on a musical journey like no other, where innovation meets artistry and creativity knows no bounds. Get ready to lose yourself in the infectious beats, entrancing visuals, and soul-stirring performances that will leave you craving more.
Halloween Glow & Karaoke Party
October 26 @ 8:00 pm
The Crowded House
DJ and Karaoke with Magic Mike!
Make plans to dress up and party with The Crowded House! Costume contest, prizes, KARAOKE, DJ dance party by DJ Mike Miller and drink specials! The fun starts at 8pm
Halloween Party
October 26 @ 9:00 pm
Wings, Etc.
DJ Treez, drink specials, costume contest, and more!