Community Calendar

Every Saturday From 7-noon stop by the Downtown farmer’s market and pick up some fresh produce, baked goods or homemade artisanal pieces. The market happens on 5th street and maple Street in Downtown Murray every Saturday from May to October!

Location:  306 North 2nd Street in historic downtown Paducah

Hours: Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

2025 Season: April 19 through October 11 with Celebration Saturday events hosted monthly on the third Saturday featuring specific vendors, live music, and craft activities. A special Earth Day Celebration in partnership with WKCTC will be held on opening day, April 19.

Find locally grown healthy produce, fresh-cut flowers, proteins, baked goods, bourbon & spirits, handcrafted items & more! Every Thursday from 4pm-7pm and now every 2nd Saturday from 9am-12pm starting in May!

Throughout both days, enjoy historical demonstrations and hands-on activities like our scavenger hunts, sing alongs, reenactments and more. Our blacksmith forge will be up and running, showcasing the art of metalworking, while 52nd Regimental String Band will provide an immersive musical experience in Freedom Square. Whether you’re a history buff or looking for fun activities for the whole family, this celebration offers something for everyone. Programs are subject to change.

Friday, July 4, 2025

All day (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

11 a.m. |  1776 Room in Liberty Hall

“Preparing for 250 Years of the USA”

Dive into the history of Independence Day Celebration of the past as we look forward to the upcoming semiquincentennial celebrations.

1:45 p.m. |   Freedom Square

Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Gather at Liberty Hall for a compelling reading of the Declaration of Independence, offering a deeper understanding of the document that sparked the American Revolution.

2 p.m. |   Liberty Hall

Ringing of the Liberty Bell

Join us for the ceremonial ringing of our Liberty Bell replica. The event happens only once a year, making a memorable moment in our celebration.

2:15 p.m. |   Freedom Square

Boston Tea Party Reenactment

Witness a vivid reenactment of the Boston Tea Party by the Covered Bridge near Liberty Square. This iconic act of defiance played a major role in shaping American history.

Saturday, July 5, 2025

All day (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

11 a.m. |  Transportation Gallery

“The American Automobile”

Track the rise of the automobile and the impact of the United States on its evolution.

1:15 p.m. |   The Chapel

Community Singing of Patriotic Songs

Join us in the Chapel for a spirited sing-along of beloved patriotic songs.

1:45 p.m. |   Freedom Square

Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Gather at Liberty Hall for a compelling reading of the Declaration of Independence, offering a deeper understanding of the document that sparked the American Revolution.

2:00 p.m. |   Freedom Square

Boston Tea Party Reenactment

Witness a vivid reenactment of the Boston Tea Party by the Covered Bridge near Liberty Square. This iconic act of defiance played a major role in shaping American history.

All Day Activities

• Old-fashioned All-American Games   |   Barber Shop
  
  •  Join the education department for a collection of old-fashioned nostalgic games and activities from the mid 20th century.
• Scavenger Hunt   |   Throughout the Park
  
  • Participate by stopping by the ticket counter to join the revolution and uncover clues to find the spy in our midst, once you complete the mission visit the ticket counter to obtain your prize
• Vendors will be set up in Dino Hall
  
  • Jeff Tally
  • Wreaths Across America
  • Sons of the American Revolution

It’s getting wild at the library! We are excited to welcome Woodlands Nature Station to present their show, “Alien Invaders,” 10-11 a.m. July 5 at Hopkinsville-Christian Co. Public Library, 1101 Bethel St.

During this program, a wildlife specialist will share with us about some animals who call Kentucky home, but aren’t native to the area.

This free event is part of our 2025 Summer Reading Program. This event is for animal-lovers of all ages.

For more information, call 270-887-4262.

The City of Madisonville, Kentucky, is proud to announce the 2025 4th Fest line-up for Country night at Madisonville City Park! This concert is part of a 3-day outdoor music festival from July 4th through July 6th. Bring your lawn chairs! It is FREE to attend and will feature world-class concerts, food trucks, various vendors, a beer garden (Friday & Saturday only), and fun for the entire family.

Fans and guests interested in attending the concerts are strongly encouraged to sign up for the email newsletter at MadisonvilleLiving.com The newsletter will provide detailed information on times, parking & shuttle information, additional activities and event updates.

Saturday, July 5th artists include:
CHRIS JANSON
Chase Matthew
Bryan Martin

*FREE Admission*
3:00 pm CDT: Gates and Vendors open
5:30 pm CDT: Concert begins each night

CHRIS JANSON, proud member of the Grand Ole Opry and multi-platinum songwriter and artist, is part of Country music’s new breed. In touch with the lighter side of life with self-penned No. 1s “Fix A Drink,” “Good Vibes,” and the four-times Platinum “Buy Me a Boat,” as well as the more thoughtful truths of “Done,” “Things You Can’t Live Without,” and the CMA Song of the Year nominee and ACM Video of the Year “Drunk Girl.”

Both “Boat” and “Girl” were named to the Nashville Songwriters Association International’s prestigious “Songs I Wish I’d Written” list, which is why artists like Tim McGraw (“Truck Yeah,” “How I’ll Always Be”), Justin Moore (“Off the Beaten Path”), LOCASH (“I Love This Life”), Cody Johnson (“Let’s Build A Fire”), and the iconic Hank Williams Jr. (“God Fearin’ Man,” “Those Days are Gone”) reach for Janson’s songs for their own projects.

Beyond his artistry are his live shows, where all that heart-on-the-four-wheeler songwriting meets the fans where they come to rock. Rolling Stone proclaimed him “a living legacy in the making.” Janson is a frequent presence at the nation’s prominent country festivals, tours and unexpected sit-ins.

CHASE MATTHEW was born for this. Since releasing his debut album, Born For This, Matthew has been busy selling out venues across the nation on his headline ‘Born For This’ Tour. Most recently making his hometown headline debut in Nashville to a SOLD-OUT crowd of more than 1,600 fans. His single, “She Loves Jesus,” is out now and fans can expect more new music from this Nashville riser in the coming months.

Hailing from the oil fields of Louisiana, BRYAN MARTIN lives the stories he writes, and country fans are listening. His real-life emotions are inseparable from his songs, as is clearly shown in his breakout hit “We Ride.” Emerging in Nashville, he’s garnered over 378 million cumulative streams and 750K social media followers. He’s opened for artists like Jason Aldean, Brantley Gilbert, Warren Zeiders and more.

Starring Tom Hiddleston, Jacob Tremblay, Benjamin Pajak, Cody Flanagan & Chiwetel Ejiofor

Directed by Mike Flanagan

In this extraordinary story of an ordinary man, Charles 'Chuck' Krantz experiences the wonder of love, the heartbreak of loss, and the multitudes contained in all of us.

Friday, July 4, 2025
7:00pm

Saturday, July 5, 2025
2:00pm 4:00pm 7:00pm

Sunday, July 6, 2025
4:00pm

Monday, July 7, 2025
7:00pm

Grab your bike and gather with riders of all levels to tour some of Paducah's most notable spots in this series of laid-back, leisurely-paced, family-friendly rides. Rides are about 10 miles long and no rider is left behind. We'll start and finish in the library parking lot. Bring your helmet!This program series is in partnership with BikeWorld.

Event dates:
Sunday, July 7, 2 pm
Sunday, August 3, 2pm
Sunday, August 31, 2pm
Sunday, September 28, 2pm

The City of Madisonville, Kentucky, is proud to announce the Praise in the Park lineup at Madisonville City Park! This concert is part of a 3-day outdoor music festival (4th Fest) from July 4th through July 6th. Bring your lawn chairs! It is FREE to attend and will feature world-class concerts, food trucks, various vendors, and fun for the entire family.

Fans and guests interested in attending the concerts are strongly encouraged to sign up for the email newsletter at MadisonvilleLiving.com The newsletter will provide detailed information on times, parking & shuttle information, additional activities and event updates.

Sunday, July 6th artists include:
TAUREN WELLS
Josiah Queen

*FREE Admission*
3:00 pm CDT: Gates and Vendors
5:30 pm CDT: Concert begins each night

For nearly a decade, TAUREN WELLS, has quietly galvanized, energized and inspired audiences worldwide. Among many accolades, he has impressively garnered 10 GRAMMY Award Nominations and eight GMA Dove Awards in addition to nods at the Billboard Music Awards, BET Awards, NAACP Image Awards and more.

Gathering one billion-plus worldwide streams and nearly half-a-billion views, he has notched seven #1 hits on radio and three consecutive Top 5 debuts on the Billboard Top Christian Albums Chart. His catalog has expanded with two RIAA platinum-certified singles- “Known” and “Hills and Valleys” – and two gold-certified singles, namely “God’s Not Done With You” and “Famous For (I Believe).” He has distinguished himself as the rare artist who can collaborate with Academy Award winner H.E.R. or arena-filling hard rock juggernaut Skillet and Davies. Beyond successful headline tours, he notably joined Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey for a blockbuster run. He has also delivered show-stopping television performances on Good Morning America.

As an independent musician without a record deal, JOSIAH QUEEN, stands as a testament to the power of dedication and the resonance of a harmonious melody with a global audience reaching 216M total streams. Since the release of his first single, he has since released several other songs, including the biggest to date, “The Prodigal” which has reached over 82M global streams over 80k UGC uses with over 50M views on social content utilizing the track. Queen continues to grow and impact with the church and global music audiences.

Starring Tom Hiddleston, Jacob Tremblay, Benjamin Pajak, Cody Flanagan & Chiwetel Ejiofor

Directed by Mike Flanagan

In this extraordinary story of an ordinary man, Charles 'Chuck' Krantz experiences the wonder of love, the heartbreak of loss, and the multitudes contained in all of us.

Friday, July 4, 2025
7:00pm

Saturday, July 5, 2025
2:00pm 4:00pm 7:00pm

Sunday, July 6, 2025
4:00pm

Monday, July 7, 2025
7:00pm