CCPL and the CCPL Teen Advisory Council invite all Teens to join us for book bedazzling fun on Wednesday, October 1 & Wednesday, October 29, 5:00-6:00 PM.

You can bring a favorite book from home or choose one from some we will have on hand. All supplies will be furnished.

No registration is required.

Come get in the spooky spirit October 29th for HALLOWEEN TRIVIA!!!!
7pm Big Apple Grill

FREE to play, Family friendly, and PRIZES every time!!!!

No tricks, just treats at our Trunk or Treat!!! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Save the date for "A Taste of the Arts" on Thursday, October 30 at Lovett Auditorium. Enjoy captivating student performances, a delicious dinner and a live auction–all to support scholarships for students studying music, theatre, and art. "A Taste of the Arts" is proudly sponsored by FNB Bank. Advance registration is required. Register Today | http://bit.ly/4lb5zIm

Halloween Costume Contest and Party!

Join us for a hauntingly good time at our Halloween bash!

Show off your most creative, spooky, or hilarious look and compete for prizes in categories like:

Scariest Costume
Funniest Costume
Best Group/Duo
Most Creative
Overall Best Costume

Enjoy snacks, candy, and a festive photo booth while our judges tally the votes you submit!

Don’t miss your chance to dress up, have fun, and celebrate Halloween with your neighbors!

All screenings are on Thursdays and Saturdays at 7:30pm in Faculty Hall Room 208. Closest parking is along N. 15th Street between Olive and Hughes. FREE to attend and open to the public.

Swing by Tap 216 every Thursday night for karaoke!

Join us for a spooktacular time at our Monster Mash Photo Bash!
Bring the kids by for a fang-tastic photo booth experience and free candy. Costumes are encouraged, smiles are required, and the memories will be scary-cute!

Candy and costumes and chili, OH MY!

Our 8th annual Trunk or Treat kicks off at 1:00, and we're so excited to bring back our chili cook off! Cast your vote for your favorite, and help one of us win the title of CHILI CHAMP 2025 Make sure to come early - the chili is good and it goes FAST!

4:00 PM – Doors Open
Kick off your Halloween night with family fun at Corvette Lanes Bowling & Arcade!

5:00 PM – Trick-or-Treat Goodie Bags
Every child in costume gets a FREE goodie bag while supplies last!

7:00 PM – Glow Bowl Begins
The lights go down and the lanes light up! Bowl under blacklights with spooky tunes and glowing pins.

All Night – Food & Drink Specials
Enjoy frightfully good deals on food and drinks throughout the evening.

Stay tuned as we update this event with even more fun details to come!

Free candy, games and food

Families join us for a fun tonight together.

Homecoming Picnic 2025

Kick off homecoming weekend at the Hutson School of Agriculture Picnic Friday, October 31st at the Cherry Expo Center! We can't wait to catch up with alumni, students, and friends of Murray State Agriculture!

One whole year already? For real?!
Join us for SOMETHING SPOOKY: a Halloween day October 31st Friday night celebration at Wits’ End as we dress up to bless up and get down with a buncha people we love who have helped us conquer the first year of being a real live business!

Costume contests, lotsa candy, scary good times, record spinnin, record shoppin - feel free to arrive early as you’d like! - and of course a terrifyingly eclectic selection of that LIVE MUSIC stuff a plenty beginning at 7PM and going deep into the evening from some of the sweetest Kentucky ghouls around:

- Melanie A. Davis & The Madness
- Widaparte
- Joanie & The Missiles
- Spunky
- DJK
- Liam “The Friendliest Scary Saxophone Man” Niemeyer

We can’t wait to see ya!

Come and enjoy a musical night at the Fall Fanfare Concert on Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. in Lovett Auditorium. From dynamic small ensembles to the full power of the Racer Band closing with the Alma Mater and Fight Song, it’s a Murray State tradition you won’t want to miss!

Tickets are $10 (kids under 5 free), available at the door. Proceeds benefit music student scholarships!

Come celebrate Halloween on a Friday this year for MSU Homecoming Weekend Kickoff! Costume Contest!, 1st Place $100 - 2nd Place $50 - 3rd Place $25!! Live DJ

Kirksey United Methodist Church will be hosting its annual holiday bazaar on Saturday, November 1st, from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Available for sale will be handmade crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies, as well as a cookie exchange and white elephant sale. Everyone is invited to attend.

Start your Homecoming morning with good food & great company!

Join us for our annual Homecoming Breakfast on Saturday, November 1, 8:00–9:30 a.m.

This special tradition is the perfect way to celebrate together. #RacerFamily #homecomingbreakfast

RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/m1XSo4KAqZsibFCr5

Homecoming 2025 - Oct. 31 - Nov. 2 

The Murray State University Office of Alumni Relations and the Murray State University Alumni Association can't wait to welcome you back to campus for Homecoming 2025! 

From the parade to Tent City and special reunions to Racer Football, we are working in collaboration with Student Affairs, Racer Athletics and others to bring you the best weekend of the year! Note Saturday's new times for 2025 - Tent City will open at Noon with kick-off against SIU at 4 p.m.

Are you hosting an event during Homecoming weekend? Please send us the information regarding your event as soon as possible for inclusion on the Homecoming website and in social media Homecoming promotion. Please submit your event online using the MSUAA's 2025 MSU Homecoming Event Form. With questions, reach out to Elizabeth Davis at edavis42@murraystate.edu.

For more University Events, check out the Murray State Events Calendar.

Join us for this wonderful FREE Fall family event Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. -

www.hhc.life

Homecoming 2025 is set, and you know Tent City is the place to be! Mark your calendars for Oct. 31-Nov 1 for a weekend full of reunions and Racer pride. This year tent city will be open to little Racers! There will be candy under every tent, and stay tent for details about the costu8mer contest!

New in 2025, Tent City opens at NOON with kick-off against SIU at 4 p.m. There will also be trick-or-treating for kids - bring your little Racers in costume and join the fun!

You have been summoned to the second Court of Commons Quarterly: The Holloween Edition!

Prizing at 18 players:

1st- ticket for free admittance into the Common Ground Cup and a non foil Secret Lair Dark Ritual

2-8th- 1 Culling the Weak promo

Top 8: Custom top 8 Promo

Additional prizing added at 24 players

-Competitive REL

-Decklist submission required

-Pauper banlist

-Top 8 cut

$20 Entry Fee for the event paid on site.

Costumes encouraged but no facial coverings please.

Sign up for the Event Here!

All screenings are on Thursdays and Saturdays at 7:30pm in Faculty Hall Room 208. Closest parking is along N. 15th Street between Olive and Hughes. FREE to attend and open to the public.

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Trevecca

WHEN: Thursday / Dec 4
WHEN: 6-8pm
WHO: Couples, friends, adults
INSTRUCTOR: Amber Richardson
FEE: $30/each or $50 pair

Bring a friend and come to the MAG to paint and have fun! Amber will guide you through the painting, no experience necessary.  You are welcome to bring your own snacks/drinks if you like.  Let us know when you register if you would like it traced.

Stop by Tap 216 and pick your brain at Trivia Night every Tuesday!

Stop by the Big Apple Bar and Grill every Tuesday at 8:30 for their Tuesday Night Dart Tournament!

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

Join us for our Chili Cookoff November 6th from 6-8pm at the Expo Center!

All proceeds support of Shining Stars Clinic, giving special needs students the opportunity to learn how to care for and show pigs!

$5 admission (includes 5 voting tickets)
$20 to enter a pot of chili - registration closes Nov 2nd!

Check out this flyer for more details, and drop a comment if you have any questions!

Swing by Tap 216 every Thursday night for karaoke!

Who: Adults
When: Friday / Nov 7
Time: 6-8pm
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Fee: $40/one or $75/pair

Bring your date, spouse, friend, sibling, parent or come solo. In this Clay Date you will try out the pottery wheel and learn to make a bowl. (Everyone will have their own wheel.) This is a great activity for date night or girls night out. No experience necessary.  Bring an old towel—hand towel or full sized.

Note: We cannot guarantee a “wonderful” bowl from this class.  The wheel is a difficult skill to master, but we will do our best to help you create something to take home.  Pieces will be ready a few weeks after class.

Watch the Murray State Racer’s take on Mississippi Valley at the CFSB Center!

Annual Holiday Bazaar
- Home-baked Food Items
- Attic Treasures
- Seasonal Crafts
- and More!

When: Saturday, November 8 from 8 AM to 2 PM
Where: Murray First United Methodist Church Gym

All proceeds go to local and global mission efforts supported by the United Women in Faith Unit of Murray First UMC

Join First Presbyterian Church for their annual Holly Berry Bazaar. All proceeds to towards their community backpack program!

MSU Vet Tech/Pre-Vet Club Doggie Day Spa

When: Saturday, March 9th from 9 am to 2 pm

Location: Carman Pavillion, 2101 College Farm Road (across from Calloway County High School)

Cost: Prices vary, see flyer for details

The Murray State University Vet Tech/Pre-Vet Club hosts a Doggie Day Spa for local pets and their people on Saturday, March 9th. Prices for services vary, see flyer below.

IMPORTANT: Attendees MUST bring paper documentation of rabies vaccination that is 28 days POST-vaccination prior to the date of the Doggie Day Spa event. Rabies vaccination must be updated before February 9th or bring both previous years vaccination record and updated if dog was revaccinated within the 28 day period.

The MAG Community Art Center invites the public to attend their Annual Holiday Sale of fine art, crafts, and gifts on Saturday, November 8th, from 9:00am to 5:00pm at Springhill Suites, located at 1512 North 12th Street, Murray. The sale includes over 25 different artists from the West Kentucky area, showcasing a variety of craft, including ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, weaving, crochet, hand-crafted books, stickers, needle felting, ornaments, cards, painted glassware, and more. For more information on MAG events and programs go to www.murrayartguild.org or call 270-753-4059. No entry fee.

Mark your calendars for November 8 where we will have an unforgettable day of craft brews, live music, food trucks and good vibes. Whether you are a beer connoisseur or just in it for fun, you won't want to miss out!

Third Street

Over 100 brews to choose

Live bands to set the vibe

Food trucks with tasty treats

Save the date, bring the crew.

Hailing from the historically rich city of Charleston, South Carolina, Americana music artist Hunter Park is defining what it means to not only live in the modern south, but to be a trans woman and artist within this landscape. Combining folk-infused vocal melodies and evocative lyrics that capture the unfiltered human experience, She Returns From War is taking her seat in the Americana music world with grace, strength, and passion. In 2023, the project shows no signs of slowing down. From opening for Bernie Sanders at his presidential rally in Charleston, to performing at national festivals like Stagecoach and High Water Festival and with artists such as Pat Benatar, Band of Horses, and Nikki Lane, She Returns From War is sharing with the world what the modern south should look and feel like: inclusive, compassionate, unfiltered and loving.

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Stop by Tap 216 and pick your brain at Trivia Night every Tuesday!

Stop by the Big Apple Bar and Grill every Tuesday at 8:30 for their Tuesday Night Dart Tournament!

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

Swing by Tap 216 every Thursday night for karaoke!

The Art & Design Annual Holiday Art Auction has been a cherished tradition for over 30 years. This special event showcases exceptional work from our faculty, students, alumni, and community members. All proceeds from auctioned pieces directly support Art & Design students through scholarships. We hope you’ll join us in celebrating creativity and community at this inspiring event!

WHEN: SATURDAY, Nov 15
INSTRUCTOR: Lu Colby
WHO: Teens & Adults
COST: $50
TIME: 10-1pm

This workshop is a fun and hands-on screen printing experience! In this class, we'll begin by learning the basics of screen printing as you create your own unique designs on high-quality cardstock. Once we’ve printed your custom Christmas or holiday cards, we’ll move into the second part of the workshop, where you can personalize each card with cutouts, stickers, and heartfelt notes to make them truly one-of-a-kind and unique to the recipient in mind! Perfect for all skill levels.

Cheer on the Racer’s at Roy Stewart Stadium as they face off against North Dakota.

Cheer on the Racers against Nicholls Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against St. Louis!

Stop by Tap 216 and pick your brain at Trivia Night every Tuesday!

Cheer on the Racers against Little Rock Men’s Basketball!

Save the date for our next Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble Concert - Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:30PM in Lovett Auditorium. Open to the public and FREE.

Stop by the Big Apple Bar and Grill every Tuesday at 8:30 for their Tuesday Night Dart Tournament!

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

When: Thurs / Nov 20
Time: 6-8pm
Who: Adults
Instructor: Ann Gosser
Fee: $30

Participants will create collages & mixed media art all about the 90s! No experience necessary! BYO your favorite beverage. 90s costumes encouraged!

Check out some Murray State student talents at this performance of An Inspector Calls.

Swing by Tap 216 every Thursday night for karaoke!

Check out some Murray State student talents at this performance of An Inspector Calls.

MKY Cares Mistletoe Market Place will take place
Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 23, 2025 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Approximately 40 vendors will be on hand selling their goods to kick-off the holiday season. Student groups from both the Calloway County and Murray Independent School District will sell their items to support their respective school clubs and organizations.

Admission is free. However, donations to asisst MKY Cares mission to help non-profits is welcomed.

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against UAB!

Check out some Murray State student talents at this performance of An Inspector Calls.

MKY Cares Mistletoe Market Place will take place
Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 23, 2025 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Approximately 40 vendors will be on hand selling their goods to kick-off the holiday season. Student groups from both the Calloway County and Murray Independent School District will sell their items to support their respective school clubs and organizations.

Admission is free. However, donations to asisst MKY Cares mission to help non-profits is welcomed.

Check out some Murray State student talents at this performance of An Inspector Calls.

Stop by Tap 216 and pick your brain at Trivia Night every Tuesday!

Stop by the Big Apple Bar and Grill every Tuesday at 8:30 for their Tuesday Night Dart Tournament!

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

With the holiday season quickly approaching, our family is excited to share that we will again be serving a free buffet with free bowling on Thanksgiving Day at Corvette Lanes.

This year, we are proud to partner with SBG Real Property Professionals, enabling us to serve even more members of our community!

The event will take place from 2 to 4pm, Thursday, November 27th, 2025.

We kindly ask everyone to respect our one game per group policy, allowing more people to enjoy their time with us.

Swing by Tap 216 every Thursday night for karaoke!

Meet us at the farm to shop with over thirty local farmers and makers, take holiday pictures with the lambs, and tour the farm decorated for Christmas!

We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new addition to our Weaver Challenge Fundraiser lineup at Playhouse in the Park — The Last Five Years — a stunning and emotional musical journey of love and loss, told in a unique and powerful way.
TWO SHOWS ONLY!
All ticket sales go directly toward helping us reach our $5,000 Weaver Challenge goal by November 30! Let’s make it happen together — one unforgettable performance at a time.
Tickets go on sale October 6 at 11:00 AM
Get yours here: https://playhousemurray.ludus.com/index.php
Thank you, Patrick Abanathy, Abanathy Photography, LLC. for taking photos and designing this poster!

We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new addition to our Weaver Challenge Fundraiser lineup at Playhouse in the Park — The Last Five Years — a stunning and emotional musical journey of love and loss, told in a unique and powerful way.
TWO SHOWS ONLY!
All ticket sales go directly toward helping us reach our $5,000 Weaver Challenge goal by November 30! Let’s make it happen together — one unforgettable performance at a time.
Tickets go on sale October 6 at 11:00 AM
Get yours here: https://playhousemurray.ludus.com/index.php
Thank you, Patrick Abanathy, Abanathy Photography, LLC. for taking photos and designing this poster!

Cheer on the Racers against Morehead State Men’s Basketball!

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

The Holiday Farmers Market 2025 will take place on December 5-6!

Get into the festive spirit and join us for our Holiday Farmers Market on Friday, December 5 from 5-8pm and Saturday December 6 from 10am-2pm.

Discover a wonderful selection of local vendors, unique holiday gifts and handcrafted goods and more. Whether you are shopping for loved ones or treating yourself, you'll find something special.

The Holiday Farmers Market 2025 will take place on December 5-6!

Get into the festive spirit and join us for our Holiday Farmers Market on Friday, December 5 from 5-8pm and Saturday December 6 from 10am-2pm.

Discover a wonderful selection of local vendors, unique holiday gifts and handcrafted goods and more. Whether you are shopping for loved ones or treating yourself, you'll find something special.

Cheer on the Racers against Bellarmine Men’s Basketball!

Join us at the Clubhouse for singing, cookies, and fellowship

Join us for Open Mic Night at our NEW LOCATION, Wits End on the second Tuesday of the month! Comedy, music, poetry, and more are welcome. Sign-up at 6:30pm, show at 7!

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

Come and enjoy crafts and activities for kids, a light breakfast, and plenty of photo opportunities with Santa himself! (Word is that Mrs. Claus will make a special appearance, too!)

Cost: $8 per person at the door. Only cash/checks accepted.

All proceeds will benefit the Family Resource Youth Service Centers at Calloway County School District and the Murray Independent School District.

Hosted by the Sigma Department.

Get into the holiday spirit by joining us for the Holiday Tour of Homes on Sunday, December 14th.

Explore beautifully decorated local homes while supporting a great cause. All proceeds will go towards repairs to the Clubhouse from storm damage.

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Memphis!

Celebrate the season, Calloway style, at Christmas with the Lakers!  

Join Laker Basketball for an unforgettable holiday game featuring a Buddy the Elf dress-up contest, an ugly Christmas long-sleeve giveaway, photos with Santa, cookie decorating, a spaghetti & syrup tasting bar, and more!  

Girls’ Game starts at 6 pm

Boys’ Game starts at 7:30 pm

Calloway County Public Library’s Multi-Age Story Time Program is a fun, half-hour program designed for children 3, 4, 5, or 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. It features stories, songs, and activities based on the foundation of the research-based Very Ready Reading Program, which offers seven ways to immerse kids in early literacy and reading readiness. No Registration is Required. - Siblings welcome.

Cheer on the Racers against Drake Men’s Basketball!

Join us once again for the 6th Annual Grinch Stink Stank Stunk 5K and help us raise money for children at Christmas.

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Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Lindsey Wilson!

Cheer on the Racers against Southern Illinois Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Illinois State!

Cheer on the Racers against Bradley Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Bradley!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Northern Iowa!

Cheer on the Racers against Valparaiso Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Drake!

Cheer on the Racers against Indiana State Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Belmont!

Cheer on the Racers against Illinois State Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Southern Illnois!

Cheer on the Racers against UIC Men’s Basketball!

Cheer on the Racers against Northern Iowa Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Valparaiso!

Cheer on the Racers against Belmont Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against UIC!

Cheer on the Racers against Evansville Men’s Basketball!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Indiana State!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Fool For Love!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Fool For Love!

Come cheer on the Murray State Women’s Basketball team as they face off against Evansville!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Fool For Love!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Fool For Love!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Crybaby!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Crybaby!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Crybaby!

See Murray State Students showcase their talent in this performance of Crybaby!