Events

May 8, 2026

Park Night Out

Paducah Parks & Recreation hosts Park Night Out events in partnership with Early Learning Nation Collective and the McCracken County Public Library for families and people of all ages to gather and enjoy an evening in a park. Expect a variety of activities ranging from arts & crafts and sports.

Park Night Out is free and guests can attend anytime between 5 and 7 p.m.

2026 Dates:

04/17/2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
05/08/2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Tiny Tot Mother's Day Celebration

Children 5 years old and younger are invited to celebrate Mother's Day at the Paducah Recreation Center located at 1527 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The Mother's Day Celebration Tea Party will include a craft, photo station, and games. 

A parent/guardian is required to remain with their child during the celebration. Cost is $5 per child.

05/08/2026 - 9:30am to 10:30am
05/09/2025 - 9:30am to 10:30am

2026 Lower Town Arts & Music Festival

Paducah’s beloved Lower Town Arts & Music Festival is a celebration of all things art, community, and music. Set in the historic Lower Town Arts District, the festival offers art vendors, live music, family activities, and various mouth-watering food and beverage options.

Festival dates for 2026 are Friday, May 8 (5-10:30 p.m.) and Saturday, May 9 (10 a.m. -10:30 p.m.) culminating in a weekend full of musical, culinary, and artistic talent from Western Kentucky and the surrounding region. There is no charge to attend the festival!

05/08/2026 - 5:00pm to 10:30pm
05/09/2026 - 10:00am to 10:30pm