Special Needs Expo
October 19
Owensboro Convention Center
The Special Needs Expo, hosted by Wendell Foster, offers a valuable opportunity for community agencies to collaborate in providing information about resources and services to assist families supporting loved ones with disabilities. The Expo will feature non-profit organizations, state agencies, and private businesses offering support in areas such as advocacy, assistive technology, autism services, behavior supports, and more. Attendees will gain insights into services for education, employment, health, recreation, and future planning.
Buddy Walk
October 19
Downtown Owensboro
Hosted by GRADSA, the Buddy Walk is a community event celebrating individuals with Down syndrome and raising awareness. This is GRADSA’s only fundraiser for the year. Participants will enjoy a fun walk, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Join in to support and advocate for individuals with Down syndrome while connecting with others in the community.
Harvest Festival
October 19-20
Daviess County Lions Club Fairground
Enjoy a fun-filled weekend with crafts, food, live music, and a carnival at the Daviess County Lions Club Fairground. Don’t miss out on the vibrant atmosphere and exciting activities for the whole family!
Pumpkin & Pickle Festival
October 19 – 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Cottage
The Cottage Farm Stand & Baking Co. hosts the Fourth Annual Pumpkin & Pickle Festival. Guests can enjoy a variety of pumpkin and pickle-themed treats, explore over 100 vendor booths, and listen to live entertainment. The festival also features a large pumpkin patch and a 5-acre corn maze with an interactive game. It’s a perfect family-friendly event filled with food, fun, and fall festivities. Admission is free; parking is $5.
Trail of Treats
October 24
Downtown Owensboro
The City’s annual Trail of Treats returns to downtown Owensboro with over 60 booths for guests to enjoy. Starting at 5:30 p.m., this family-friendly event will feature trick-or-treating through downtown, with booths set up along West 2nd Street and Veterans Boulevard from Daviess Street to Frederica Street. Sponsored by local businesses and organizations, it promises a fun and festive experience for all ages.
Halloween Hullaballoo
October 25 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Yellow Creek Park
Bring your family to the first-ever Halloween Hullaballoo at Yellow Creek Park! This free event will be in the Jim Lambert Pioneer Village. Activities include a costume contest, pumpkin patch, trick-or-treating, campfire s’mores, games & crafts, food vendors, and a petting zoo. The event concludes with a viewing of “Hotel Transylvania” on a 40-foot big screen.
The Tot, The Teen & The Wardrobe Consignment Sale
October 25 – 27
Owensboro Convention Center
Shop the largest consignment event in Owensboro, offering a wide variety of gently used children’s clothing, shoes, toys, baby gear, furniture, and maternity items. The Tot, The Teen & The Wardrobe consignment sale features thousands of items at great prices, perfect for families looking to save on seasonal essentials. Open to the public for three days only, this event provides a fantastic opportunity to find quality items at a fraction of the retail cost. Don’t miss out on this popular community sale!
Terror in the Corn Maze
October 26, 27 & 31 from 6 to 10 p.m.
The Cottage
Get ready for a spine-chilling adventure at The Cottage’s Terror in the Corn Maze on October 26, 27, and 31 from 6 PM to 10 PM. Navigate through a haunted 5-acre corn maze filled with creepy characters like zombies and evil clowns. This event is designed for mature audiences and is not recommended for children under 13. Tickets are $15 per person, with partial proceeds benefiting Friends of Sinners, a local men’s shelter.
Peanuts-Themed Corn Maze at Trunnell’s Farm Experience
Until November 2
Trunnell’s Farm Market
Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts with a special Peanuts-themed corn maze featuring images of Snoopy, The Gareat Pumpkin Patch, and Charlie Brown. Explore 3 acres of fall fun, including Kentucky’s most beautiful sunflower field, 35+ attractions, an animal barnyard, a bird aviary, a U-pick pumpkin patch, grain train rides, fall photo ops, and more. Trunnell’s Farm Experience is one of 75 farms selected by Peanuts Worldwide to host this unique maze, part of a North American celebration spanning 35 states and provinces.
Owensboro Christmas Parade
November 23
Downtown Owensboro
Kick off the holiday season with the Owensboro Christmas Parade, a beloved community tradition featuring festive floats, marching bands, and a special appearance by Santa Claus. The parade winds through downtown Owensboro, bringing holiday cheer to families and visitors of all ages. Come enjoy the sights and sounds of the season as the city lights up with Christmas spirit. Bring your family and friends to this free, fun-filled event to celebrate the start of the holiday festivities! Parade starts at 4:30 p.m.