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Community Calendar
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Apollo Area Neighborhood Alliance Meeting
Monday January 30, 2023 - Monday November 25, 2024
Location: Cliff Hagan Boys and Girls Club - 3415 Buckland Square
Contact: Bruce Houp
Telephone: 270-316-0893 -
Shifley-York Neighborhood Alliance
Tuesday January 9, 2024 - Tuesday November 12, 2024
Location: The Father's House Church - 3031 Bittel Road
Contact: Eric Houtchen
Telephone: 270-485-0442 -
Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Board Meeting
Wednesday January 17, 2024 - Wednesday December 18, 2024
Location: Commission Chambers - 4th Floor at City Hall
Contact: Kim Tignor
Telephone: 270-687-8580PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD 2024 MEETING SCHEDULE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Board will meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in Commission Chambers, located on the fourth floor at City Hall, 101 E. 4th Street, Owensboro, Kentucky. Meeting dates are subject to change and if so, will be published.
Contact: Kim Tignor at (270) 687-8580 or kim.tignor@owensboro.org
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Beverly's Hearty Slice
Friday January 19, 2024 - Friday December 20, 2024
Location: Kendall-Perkins Park
Contact: Travis Owsley
Community Non- Profit that serves people in need free pizza, hygiene products and waters every two weeks along with other resources to help families throughout the year.
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Northwest Neighborhood Alliance Meeting
Tuesday January 23, 2024 - Tuesday November 26, 2024
Location: H.L. Neblett Center - 801 W. 5th Street
Contact: Sheila Crowe
Telephone: 270-687-8561 -
Owensboro Board of Commissioners Meeting
Tuesday February 6, 2024 - Tuesday December 19, 2023
Contact: Beth Davis
Telephone: 270-687-8552OWENSBORO BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
2024 MEETING DATES
Meeting dates of the Owensboro Board of Commissioners for the year 2024 are listed below. Commission meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. and the third Tuesday of the month beginning at 4:00 p.m. All meetings are held in the Commission Chambers located on the fourth floor at City Hall, 101 E. 4th Street. Meeting dates are subject to change and if so, will be published.
5:00 PM
4:00 PM
January 2
January 16
February 6
February 20
March 5
March 19
April 2
April 16
May 7
May 21
June 4
June 18
July 2
July 16
August 6
August 20
September 3
September 17
October 1
October 15
November 5
November 19
December 3
December 17
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Owensboro Sister Cities and Regions Board Meeting
Wednesday February 21, 2024 - Wednesday November 20, 2024
Location: City Hall - Room 406
Contact: Adrienne Carrico
Telephone: 2706878561 -
Soapbox Derby Open Track
Saturday March 2, 2024 - Saturday October 5, 2024
Location: Ben Hawes
Contact: Josh Meyer
These days are set up for children to come out to the Soapbox Derby Track at Ben Hawes and try out Soapbox Derby Racing
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Silent Disco
Saturday April 27, 2024 - Saturday September 28, 2024
Location: The Pub on Second
The only thing better than announcing a silent disco block party is announcing 6 of them. We are taking it back to the streets the way it started in Owensboro! We have collaborated with The Pub on Second to bring you a calendar full of events. We are all so excited to announce the WKY Silent Disco Summer Series on 2nd street @ The Pub. Headphones will be available to rent for $5. Each pair plays 3 channels of music simultaneously making an experience truly everyone will love! We will be there from 9pm-12am playing music from all genres! Whether you wear your boogie shoes or just looking for great vibes we have you covered! There will be something for everyone. -
Soapbox Derby Racing
Saturday May 11, 2024 - Sunday November 3, 2024
Location: Ben Hawes
Contact: Josh meyer
May 11th is our Super Kids Soapbox Race for special needs kids in the morning and registration for our June Local Race in the afternoon. May 18th -19th is a Rally Race where there will be local racers as well as racers from other areas competing. June 2nd is Impound Day for Local Race and racers will have the opportunity to take trial runs down the track. June 8th is our Local Race where local racers will be competing for the opportunity to represent Owensboro at the All American Race in Akron OH in July. The August, September and November dates are Rally Races where local racers and racers from other areas will be racing to earn points to qualify to go the All American Race in Akron OH.
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Dogwood Azalea Neighborhood Alliance Meeting
Thursday May 16, 2024 - Thursday November 21, 2024
Location: Trinity Episcopal Church - 720 Ford Avenue
Contact: Adrienne Carrico
Telephone: 2706878561 -
2nd Street Fam Jam
Friday May 17, 2024 - Friday October 18, 2024
Location: 2nd St. between Allen St. and St. Ann St.
Live music, food, and family-friendly entertainment
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English Park Movies at the River
Saturday June 29, 2024 - Saturday August 3, 2024
Location: English Park
Contact: Northwest Neighborhood Alliance
Free movies at English Park. Movies start at dusk. Bring your own lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and picnic baskets.
June 29- The Little Mermaid (2023 film)
August 3- Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
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Public Swim
Thursday August 1, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Combest/Cravens Pool
Combest Pool - 270-687-8723
Cravens Pool - 270-687-8724
Hours of Operations
Monday - Saturday Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday - Cravens ONLY 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.Daily Fees
Admission $5.00 per person
Children Under 2 FREE
Groups (10 or more) $3.50Happy Hour Admission - $3.50
Monday - Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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LST 325 Tour
Friday August 2, 2024 - Saturday August 3, 2024
Location: English Park
Contact: USS LST Ship Museum Inc
LST 325 Tours from 12:00 - 7:00 PM Friday, August 2 and from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Saturday, August 3.
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Public Swim
Friday August 2, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Combest/Cravens Pool
Combest Pool - 270-687-8723
Cravens Pool - 270-687-8724
Hours of Operations
Monday - Saturday Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday - Cravens ONLY 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.Daily Fees
Admission $5.00 per person
Children Under 2 FREE
Groups (10 or more) $3.50Happy Hour Admission - $3.50
Monday - Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Friday After 5
Friday August 2, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Location: Downtown Owensboro
Friday After 5 is the award-winning, summer-long series of free outdoor concerts held every Friday on the eight block, stunningly beautiful Owensboro, Kentucky riverfront. The festival includes live bands, family events, food trucks and entertainment. Our signature “Toast to the Sunset” takes place right on the riverfront at every Friday After 5. There are five venues of entertainment plus a fun, kid-friendly street fair and costume characters. No tickets. No Fees. No Kidding. Friday After 5 is Where the Weekend Begins.
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Public Ice Skating
Friday August 2, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Evening Session
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- 2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Relay for Life
Saturday August 3, 2024
Location: Moreland Park
Contact: Anna Way
Relay For Life event -
Public Swim
Saturday August 3, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Combest/Cravens Pool
Combest Pool - 270-687-8723
Cravens Pool - 270-687-8724
Hours of Operations
Monday - Saturday Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday - Cravens ONLY 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.Daily Fees
Admission $5.00 per person
Children Under 2 FREE
Groups (10 or more) $3.50Happy Hour Admission - $3.50
Monday - Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Public Ice Skating
Saturday August 3, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Afternoon Session
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- $2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Live on the Banks
Saturday August 3, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Owensboro Riverfront
Free Concerts in Downtown Owensboro, Saturday nights from 7:00 -9:00 PM. Find more information at liveonthebanks.com
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Gone to the Dog!
Sunday August 4, 2024
Location: Combest Pool
Telephone: 270-687-8333Gone to the Dogs!
Sunday, August 4
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Combest Pool - Rain or Shine!
$10 per dog - Owner gets in FREE!
The dog days of summer are going to end with a howl...and a splash!
Before closing the pool, why not let man's best friend cool down and show off their best dog paddle or flea style with a dip in the pool!
- Contest
- Give-a-ways
- Prizes
- Dog gone out of the ordinary displays from local pet stores and veterinarians.
Bring a small bag of dog food, which will be donated to the Owensboro Humane Society or the Daviess County Animal Shelter.
Be sure to fetch your favorite canine and join us for this howlarious event!
Leash is required outside of pool area.
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Games on the River
Sunday August 4, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Smothers Park
Looking for a fun and free activity for the whole family? Join Owensboro Parks & Recreation for Games on the River every Sunday through Sept.2 at Smothers Park. Giant games including Jenga, Yard Pong, Bocce Ball, and Connect 4 will be set up in the East Lawn Area near Allen Street. We'll see you there!
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Public Swim
Sunday August 4, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Combest/Cravens Pool
Combest Pool - 270-687-8723
Cravens Pool - 270-687-8724
Hours of Operations
Monday - Saturday Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday - Cravens ONLY 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.Daily Fees
Admission $5.00 per person
Children Under 2 FREE
Groups (10 or more) $3.50Happy Hour Admission - $3.50
Monday - Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Police in the Park
Monday August 5, 2024
Come join us for our last Police in the Park event for 2024. Enjoy a hotdog and lemonade while getting to know the Owensboro Police Department and our dedicated officers. Whether you’re taking a lunch break or bringing the kids for some fun, we’d love to see you there.
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Owensboro Neighborhood Alliance Chairpersons Meeting
Monday August 5, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: City Hall - Room 406
Contact: Adrienne Carrico
Telephone: 270-687-8561 -
Public Meeting - Dugan Best Tennis Courts Revitalization
Thursday August 8, 2024
Owensboro Parks & Recreation wants to hear from you!
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Public Ice Skating
Friday August 9, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Evening Session
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- 2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Public Ice Skating
Saturday August 10, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Afternoon Session
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- $2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Live on the Banks
Saturday August 10, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Owensboro Riverfront
Free Concerts in Downtown Owensboro, Saturday nights from 7:00 -9:00 PM. Find more information at liveonthebanks.com
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Unchained
Sunday August 11, 2024
Location: Chautauqua Park
Contact: Friends of Sinners
Telephone: (270) 689-9174This is our annual, free, community event. We will have live Christian music, bouncy house and charity resources.
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Games on the River
Sunday August 11, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Smothers Park
Looking for a fun and free activity for the whole family? Join Owensboro Parks & Recreation for Games on the River every Sunday through Sept.2 at Smothers Park. Giant games including Jenga, Yard Pong, Bocce Ball, and Connect 4 will be set up in the East Lawn Area near Allen Street. We'll see you there!
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Bluegrass Legends Car Show & Food Truck Rally
Friday August 16, 2024 - Sunday August 18, 2024
Location: Moreland Park
Contact: Bluegrass Biker News
VEHICLE SHOW IN MORELAND PARK AND ON HICKMAN AVE
MUSIC IN MORELAND PARK
FOOD TRUCK RALLY 20-30 FOOD TRUCKS IN SPORTSCENTER PARKING LOT
MOTORSPORTS VENDORS IN SPORTSCENTER PARKING LOT
AUTOMOTIVE PARTS SWAP MEET IN SPORTSCENTER PARKING LOT
RETAIL VENDOR DISPLAYS IN SPORTSCENTER PARKING LOT
RETAIL VENDORS INSIDE
SPORTSCENTER VEHICLE DISPLAYS INSIDE SPORTSCENTER
FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE INSIDE
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26th Annual Multicultural Festival
Saturday August 17, 2024
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Contact: Debbie McCoy
The festival includes 30-40 information booths representing various cultures and heritages, cultural demonstrations and entertainment on stage and a food court serving food common to the various cultures.
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Wall of Fame Unveiling at Waymond Morris Football Complex
Saturday August 17, 2024
Location: Waymond Morris Football Complex
What: Owensboro Daviess County Youth Football League and City of Owensboro to Unveil Wall of Fame at Waymond Morris Football Complex
When: Saturday, August 17 at 10:30 a.m.
The Owensboro Daviess County Youth Football League and City officials will unveil the inaugural plaques for the league’s Wall of Fame on Saturday, August 17 at 10:30 a.m. at the Waymond Morris Football Complex.
Honorees will include:
- Houston Hogg, former Daviess County High School and University of Kentucky player, who was instrumental in breaking the color barrier for the Southeastern Conference in the 1960’s. and impacted the lives of many through his fostering of over 200 youth in the Owensboro, Daviess county area;
- Vince Buck, former ODCYFL player, OHS graduate, Central State Ohio player, and NFL player for the New Orleans Saints;
- Mark Higgs, former ODCYFL player, OHS graduate, UK player, and NFL player for the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, Miami Dolphins, and Arizona Cardinals;
- Kenny Willis, former ODCYFL player, OHS graduate, UK player, and NFL player Dallas Cowboys, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the New York Giants;
- Zane Beehn, former ODCYFL player, AHS graduate, UK player, and NFL player for the San Diego Chargers;
- Justin Miller, former ODCYFL player, OHS graduate, Clemson University player, and NFL player New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, Arizona Cardinals, and Detroit Lions.
- Chris Brown, former ODCYFL player, Notre Dame player, and NFL player Pittsburgh Steelers
The public is invited to attend.
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Live on the Banks
Saturday August 17, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Owensboro Riverfront
Free Concerts in Downtown Owensboro, Saturday nights from 7:00 -9:00 PM. Find more information at liveonthebanks.com
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Games on the River
Sunday August 18, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Smothers Park
Looking for a fun and free activity for the whole family? Join Owensboro Parks & Recreation for Games on the River every Sunday through Sept.2 at Smothers Park. Giant games including Jenga, Yard Pong, Bocce Ball, and Connect 4 will be set up in the East Lawn Area near Allen Street. We'll see you there!
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International Overdose Awareness Day
Wednesday August 21, 2024
Location: Moreland Park
Contact: River Valley Behavioral Health
A family-friendly event to bring awareness to overdose prevention and recognize loved ones lost to overdose. Will have Kona Ice, inflatables, petting zoo, arts and crafts, free pizza, memorial ceremony and presentation, outside vendors and free Narcan.
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Public Ice Skating
Friday August 23, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Evening Session
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- 2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Concert on the Lawn
Saturday August 24, 2024
Location: KWC Front Lawn
Contact: Reid Chancellor
Annual community concert by the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra on the front lawn of Kentucky
Wesleyan College.
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Beverly's Hearty Slice Kickball Tournament
Saturday August 24, 2024
Location: Chautauqua Park
Contact: Travis Owsley
Kick Ball Fundraiser. All proceeds will go to Beverly's Hearty Slice Non-Profit. Start time 8:30 end time 4:30p. This is a Double elimination tournament.
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Public Ice Skating
Saturday August 24, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Afternoon Session
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- $2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Live on the Banks
Saturday August 24, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Owensboro Riverfront
Free Concerts in Downtown Owensboro, Saturday nights from 7:00 -9:00 PM. Find more information at liveonthebanks.com
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Games on the River
Sunday August 25, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Smothers Park
Looking for a fun and free activity for the whole family? Join Owensboro Parks & Recreation for Games on the River every Sunday through Sept.2 at Smothers Park. Giant games including Jenga, Yard Pong, Bocce Ball, and Connect 4 will be set up in the East Lawn Area near Allen Street. We'll see you there!
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Indoor Sports Facility Groundbreaking
Wednesday August 28, 2024
Location: Corner of West 3rd and Cedar Street
The City of Owensboro is thrilled to invite the community to a groundbreaking ceremony for the Indoor Sports Facility in downtown Owensboro. This state-of-the-art complex is set to become a central hub for sports in our community bringing a new level of opportunity to the City of Owensboro.
What: City of Owensboro Indoor Sports Facility Groundbreaking
When: Wednesday, August 28 at 9:30 a.m.
Where: 323 Cedar Street (Corner of West 3rd Street and Cedar Street)
The new 88,000-square-foot facility will feature one turf court and five basketball courts, all of which are adaptable for various sports and tournament play. This multi-purpose venue is designed to accommodate a wide range of sports activities, fostering local talent and attracting regional and national events to Owensboro. The facility is expected to be completed by June 2026.
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Public Meeting on the Proposed Pickleball Complex
Thursday August 29, 2024
Owensboro Parks & Recreation is excited to invite the community to a public meeting about the much-anticipated pickleball complex coming to Ben Hawes Park.
What: Public Meeting on the Proposed Pickleball Complex
When: Thursday, August 29, at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Owensboro Parks & Recreation Administrative CenterAttendees will hear from Parks & Recreation staff about the current progress and future plans for the complex, and share their thoughts and ideas. This is a great opportunity for community members to have their voice heard and contribute to a project that will bring new recreational opportunities to Owensboro.
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Public Ice Skating
Friday August 30, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Evening Session
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- 2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Williams Bar B Q Contest
Saturday August 31, 2024
Location: Dugan Best Park
Contact: Oliver Williams
Bar b q contest. Ribs, chicken, Boston butt, Each category will be judged.
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Public Ice Skating
Saturday August 31, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Edge Ice Center
Telephone: 270-687-8720Afternoon Session
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Admission
- $7.00 - includes skate rental
- $6.00 - bring your own skates
- $2.00 - Parent/Guardian not skating
Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Participants under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older at ALL TIMES.
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Live on the Banks
Saturday August 31, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Owensboro Riverfront
Free Concerts in Downtown Owensboro, Saturday nights from 7:00 -9:00 PM. Find more information at liveonthebanks.com