Murray, Ky Calendar of Events

All Shook Up @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: June 6th - 8th & June 13th - 15th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm | Special Matinee at 1:30 pm Saturday
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley®. It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
Directed by: Wayne Shields-Hogue
Sponsored by: Baird Private Wealth Management
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Father's Day Portrait Painting @ MAG
Join Murray Art Guild for a fun Father’s Day activity for the special guy in your life! With two sessions (9-10 and 11-noon) participants get to learn about portraits and painting techniques.
Register here.

Dino Day @ Woodlands Nature Station
Visit the Nature Station as we travel way, way, WAY back in time and have fun learning about dinosaurs and other animals that lived in the prehistoric past! Join us for dinosaur themed crafts and activities, plus special animal programs. The full day’s schedule will be added to this description in late spring. All activities will be included with general Nature Station admission, which is $7 for ages 16+ and free for ages 15 and under.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/@WoodlandsNatureStation

MSU Racers Baseball Watch Party @ The Apple
Cheer on the Murray State Racers at the Apple!

MSU Racers Baseball Watch Party @ Hop Hound
Come cheer on the MSU Baseball team, featuring dollar wings!

MSU Baseball Watch Party @ Tap 216
Cheer on the Racers during their historic run! Doors open at 11 AM.


Jason Lindsey's Hooked on Science @ CCPL
Get ready for mind-blowing science experiments with Jason Lindsey, the Hooked-on Science Guy, on Monday, June 16th, at the Calloway County Public Library!
Join us for one of the three action-packed sessions presented at 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, or 6:00 PM. The programs will be filled with awe-inspiring demonstrations, hands-on activities, and jaw-dropping discoveries. They will surely ignite your curiosity and leave you amazed by the wonders of science. Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of science!

Under the Big Top Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Step right up and join the Summer Circus at Murray Art Guild! Young artists will bring their own big top to life, crafting colorful circus tents and exciting attractions using a variety of art materials and techniques. Get ready for a creative adventure filled with imagination and fun!
Date: June 16-20
Age: 6-10
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: $100
Register here.

Jason Lindsey's Hooked on Science @ CCPL
Get ready for mind-blowing science experiments with Jason Lindsey, the Hooked-on Science Guy, on Monday, June 16th, at the Calloway County Public Library!
Join us for one of the three action-packed sessions presented at 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, or 6:00 PM. The programs will be filled with awe-inspiring demonstrations, hands-on activities, and jaw-dropping discoveries. They will surely ignite your curiosity and leave you amazed by the wonders of science. Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of science!

Our Town Audition Workshop
This workshop is not required to audition for Playhouse in the Park’s production of “Our Town”.
This workshop offers monologue coaching, and cold read practice!

Jason Lindsey's Hooked on Science @ CCPL
Get ready for mind-blowing science experiments with Jason Lindsey, the Hooked-on Science Guy, on Monday, June 16th, at the Calloway County Public Library!
Join us for one of the three action-packed sessions presented at 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, or 6:00 PM. The programs will be filled with awe-inspiring demonstrations, hands-on activities, and jaw-dropping discoveries. They will surely ignite your curiosity and leave you amazed by the wonders of science. Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of science!

Our Town Auditions
Come audition to be a part of Playhouse in the park’s next production: “Our Town”.
Auditioners can either prepare a 60-120 second monologue cut, or select to participate in cold reads from the script.

Calloway County Fair
This year's Fair will be held June 17th-21st. Admission this year will be $15.00 per person and will include parking, rides, shows and events.
The fair association is hosting a family night to support Need Line.
Also, Murray-Calloway County Fair is excited that Miller Spectacular Shows will be returning to our community.
Gates open each night at 6:00pm for Carnival & Laser Tag.
We want to thank all our sponsors and patrons for supporting us and we look forward to seeing you this year at the Murray-Calloway County Fair.

Our Town Auditions
Come audition to be a part of Playhouse in the park’s next production: “Our Town”.
Auditioners can either prepare a 60-120 second monologue cut, or select to participate in cold reads from the script.

Inspired: A MAG Fundraiser @ Stephano's
Come Stephano’s for a night inspired by various pieces of Italian art as we raise money for MAG’s Capital Campaign. Inspired by various Italian artists, Chef Bradley of Stephano’s Trattoria has created a unique five-course menu and specialty cocktails, while nine local artists have crafted one-of-a-kind pieces to give away for this evening.
Your $200 ticket includes:
One five-course meal (gratuities included)
One drink ticket
Five “chance” tickets to win local artwork
Additional chances will be available to purchase at the event or on our payment page ahead of time. (Click link below.) Local artwork will be displayed at the event and you will place your chance tickets in the container that correspond to the piece (or pieces) you want. We will then draw for the artwork during dessert.
Tables will seat 10 people, and some of the dishes will be served family-style. Let us know upon purchase if you are interested in open seating or who (or whose table) you are with. Please call the office at 270-753-4059 if you’re interested in purchasing a whole (or half) table and we will organize payment by check or card. Ticket is fully tax deductible.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Composting for the Backyard Gardener- Thursday Night Talks
Learn all about composting at home and the benefits for a garden! Hosted by the Calloway County Master Gardeners.
This seminar is part of the 2025 Calloway County Extension Office Thursday-Night-Talk series open to the public and offered at no cost. No registration required. Come to learn about gardening topics from local professors, County Extension Agents Calloway County Master Gardener Volunteers, and other industry professionals.
Seminars generally are one hour long. Questions and discussions are welcomed and encouraged.
Snacks are also provided.

MTG - Final Fantasy Chocobo Racing Draft
Chocobo Racing Events are the weekly Booster Draft and Sealed event based on the FINAL FANTASY VII mini-game "Chocobo Racing". Whenever players play Draft or Sealed events with Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY in store, the will be earning points to reach special rewards just for this event.
Players will earn points that accumulate with each new event they participate in, bringing them closer to the rewards each time they play. Players will also be able to draft as much as they like, including bringing friends and family along!
Excluding Prerelease, any Booster Draft or Sealed Deck event using Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY product qualifies as part of this event series.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Butterfly Weekend @ Woodlands Nature Station
This weekend is all about butterflies and insects! Fun butterfly-themed programs and crafts will be happening at the Nature Station all weekend. Check back in late spring to see the full schedule. All activities will be included with general Nature Station admission, which is $7 for ages 16+ and free for ages 15 and under.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/@WoodlandsNatureStation

Summer Bloom Days @ Morning Glory Farms
We had such a great turnout for our first event! We plan to have more fun afternoons geared towards our u-pick flower fields! We will have vendors, flower crafts, games for kids, lota of photo props in the flowers, and plenty of flowers to pick your own bouquet! June 21st and August 9th from 2pm to 6pm at Morning Glory Farm, 2301 Downing Road, Kirksey, KY

Calloway County Juneteenth Celebration
Join the Calloway County Democrats for a Juneteenth celebration! Featuring an Ice Cream social, kids crafts and live music at the Three Oaks Community Center.

Butterfly Weekend @ Woodlands Nature Station
This weekend is all about butterflies and insects! Fun butterfly-themed programs and crafts will be happening at the Nature Station all weekend. Check back in late spring to see the full schedule. All activities will be included with general Nature Station admission, which is $7 for ages 16+ and free for ages 15 and under.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/@WoodlandsNatureStation

Western KY NOW Pride Potluck
Join the West KY NOW club for a potluck at the Doran arboretum to celebrate pride month!
West KY NOW is proud to present the Pride Potluck on June 22nd from 6:00-7:30 pm at the Murray State University Doran Arboretum's large pavilion. Whether you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or a supportive ally, come join us for an evening of good food, laughter, and the opportunity to meet other members of the community. The event is free. Everyone is encouraged but not required to bring a food of their choice to share with the group

Painting Exploration Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Using a variety of painting media, artists will learn different techniques and styles as they explore the following subject matter; landscape, still life, figurative (people/animals), and abstract/non-objective.
Date: June 23-27
Age: 10+
Instructor: Lynn Pesoat
Time: 10-Noon
Fee: $100
Register here.

Color on Copper Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Students will be creating 3-4 pieces of jewelry (bracelets, pendants, brooches and or earrings) using copper and prismacolor. This is a multi-step project and it is important that students be present every day of the workshop. No skills required!
Date: June 23-27
Age: 10+
Instructor: Terri Sauer
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: $100
Register here.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Family paint Night @ MAG
WHEN: Thursday / June 26
WHEN: 6-8pm
WHO: Multiage / Youth 10+ & adults
INSTRUCTOR: Amber Richardson
FEE: $30/each or $50 pair
Just in time for 4th of July! Bring a friend, child or parent and come to the MAG to paint and have fun! Amber will guide you through the painting, no experience necessary.
Register here.


2025 Box Dweller Challenge Event
Home shouldn’t be a box.
Join us on Friday, June 27 for the 2025 Box Dweller Challenge—HOPE Calloway’s largest awareness and fundraising event of the year.
Box Dwellers from across Calloway County will spend up to 8 hours in a cardboard box to raise awareness and funds for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our community.
The main event runs from 5:00–9:00 PM and includes:
Local food trucks
Free treats & giveaways
Interactive booths from our Box Dweller teams
A community raffle with BIG prizes
A powerful closing celebration at 8:30 PM
Come learn, connect, and show your support for our neighbors without an address.
Want to help right now?
Donate to a Box Dweller’s campaign
Invite friends and family to the event
Share the message and raise awareness
Together, we are raising our voices.
Together, we are bringing HOPE.
Because everyone deserves a safe place to call home.
Learn more or donate at: www.hopecalloway.org
#BoxDweller2025 #HOPECalloway #CountlessStoriesOneVoice #GiveHope

MTG - Final Fantasy Chocobo Racing Draft
Chocobo Racing Events are the weekly Booster Draft and Sealed event based on the FINAL FANTASY VII mini-game "Chocobo Racing". Whenever players play Draft or Sealed events with Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY in store, the will be earning points to reach special rewards just for this event.
Players will earn points that accumulate with each new event they participate in, bringing them closer to the rewards each time they play. Players will also be able to draft as much as they like, including bringing friends and family along!
Excluding Prerelease, any Booster Draft or Sealed Deck event using Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY product qualifies as part of this event series.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Empty Bowls Community Make Day
The public is invited to join us at MAG to create a bowl for Need Line's annual Empty Bowl fundraiser! We will have a tent with demos in front of MAG during the Downtown Farmers Market & the indoor studio space will be open for the public to create bowls (to give, not keep). No experience necessary! All ages are welcome, but children will need an adult helper. Donations are accepted, but not required. Empty Bowls is pleased to be sponsored this year by FNB Bank.

Amateur Radio Field Day 2025
Members of the Murray State University Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national Amateur Radio Field Day exercise, June 28– 29 at The Arboretum at Murray State.
Set-up begins at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 28th. Come out and see how a ham radio station is constructed from start to finish. We will be installing antennas, radio communications equipment and a complete computer network that are operated completely "off the grid."
Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of Amateur Radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
On-air operations begin at 1:00 pm Saturday and continues for 24 hours. Come see us contact other field day sites from around the world during the biggest on air event of the year!

Food Fur Friends Adoption Event
The Humane Society of Calloway County will be at Corvette Lanes from June 23-28! On the 28th there will be adoptable dogs and puppies and refreshments! Not looking to adopt? There will also be a food and supply drive benefiting the Humane Society.

Squirts and Smudges Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Using harmless paint for young hands we will enjoy all the feels of paint’s plasticity pushing pulling dragging and mixing colors and patterns exploring abstraction and form. Get ready to frame some timeless memorable masterpieces! We will paint, print, drip and dredge all week. Please send your child in clothes you don’t mind getting splattered on.
Date: June 30-July 3 (Mon - Thurs)
Age: 6-10
Instructor: Michelle Swayne
Time: 10-Noon
Fee: $80
Register here.

Draw Me/ Draw You Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Students will learn the basics of the handbuilding process as they create several pieces of hand built sculptural and functional pottery to take home after glazing and firing.
Date: June 2-6
Age: 8+
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Times: 1-3pm
Fee: $110
Register here.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Growing Wild's Mainstreet Mile
Join Growing Wild by running their annual Mainstreet Mile at 8:30 AM on July 4th! All proceeds benefit Journey Bags.
Sign up here.

FNB Bank Freedom Fest Parade
Join the city of Murray in celebrating the 4th of July at the annual FNB Bank Freedom fest parade! From golf carts to vintage cars and trailers the parade has creative floats from local organizations and plenty of festive spirit.
The parade will start at 10th street, will run down Main Street, pass the court square and end at Cherry St.
To register to walk in the parade, click here.
Registration deadline is June 25.

Town and Gowen Band 4th Of July Concert
Beat the July heat and join the MSU Town and Gown Community Band for their Fourth of July concert, inside Lovett Auditorium

The Murray Bank Fireworks Extravaganza
End your Fourth of July right with The Murray Bank’s Firework’s Extravaganza show Starting at 9 PM these fireworks are visible anywhere along HWY 641!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Adopt a Plushie Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Everyone will adopt a plushie friend that will serve as their inspiration for the week. Campers will create a cardboard home for their plush, recreate it in clay, make paintings of their plush, and more!
Date: July 7-11
Age: 6-10
Instructor: Ann Gosser
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: $100
Register here.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Lion King Kids @ Playhouse in the Park, Kids Camp 2025
Details coming soon!
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Run What You Brung Cruise In
Whether it's a classic car, rat rod, or an Alice Chalmers, this is the event for you! If it's got wheels, we want to see it!

Cool Critters Day @ Woodlands Nature Station
Join Woodlands Nature Station on July 12th at the Woodlands Nature Station as we explore the radical world of reptiles, and meet reptiles (and other critters!) from around the world! The nature Station will be open from 10-4.

Cool Critters Day @ Woodlands Nature Station
Come and meet some of the world’s coolest critters! From the farm to the jungle to the woods, Cool Critters Day will allow you to get up close to wildlife of all kinds. Plus, crafts, games, and educational activities all about the animal kingdom!
A full schedule of events and activities will be available by June 1st. Cool Critter Day admission: $9 for ages 16+, $7 for ages 5-15, 4 and under are free. Event will be held rain or shine.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/@WoodlandsNatureStation

Outer Space Odyssey Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Young artists will embark on an intergalactic adventure, designing their own planets, building rocket ships, sculpting quirky alien creatures from clay, and crafting custom space helmets fit for cosmic explorers. Using a variety of artistic techniques and materials, participants will create their own galactic worlds.
Date: July 14-18
Age: 6-10
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: $100
Register here.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Stuff the Truck @ the Downtown Farmer's Market
It's Squash Hunger time and we need your help! That's right...it's the annual Stuff The Truck for Needline event in downtown Murray.
Come downtown during the Downtown MKY Farmer’s Market on July 19th and purchase a little extra to help local families in need. We will have representatives from Murray Calloway Needline on hand during market time to accept fresh fruits and veggies to 'Stuff the Truck for Needline'.
Big THANK YOU to Toyota of Murray for sponsoring this event.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Dwain Taylor Chevrolet Rev It Up Car Show
Rev up your engines and head to Dwain Taylor Chevrolet in Murray, KY on Friday, July 19 for an exciting day of classic cars, custom builds, and show-stopping rides!
10 Judged Classes – Bring your best and compete for top honors.
Dash Plaques for the first 50 entrants – Register early and claim yours!
Trophies for each class winner.
$1,000 Grand Prize for Best in Show – One lucky ride will take home the top prize!
Perfect for gearheads and fans of all things automotives!

Mini Art Exhibition Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Using polymer clay and other materials, students will create small art objects/displays that will become part of their own installation around the Murray Court Square. We create a map to have available for people to view these mini installations at the July 26th Farmers Market, and welcome any of the students and their families to join the MAG that Saturday.
Date: July 21-25
Age: 10+
Instructor: Debi Danielson
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: $100
Register here.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

29th Annual Hummingbird Festival
August brings hundreds of hummingbirds through Land Between the Lakes as they migrate south to Central America! Join us to celebrate this natural spectacle and watch these backyard beauties as they buzz around our native gardens.
Learn about their amazing migration and observe hummingbird banding. Stop by the native plant sale, admire the pollinator photo gallery, enjoy games and crafts with the kids and attend programs and demonstrations covering hummingbirds and other backyard wildlife!
Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10am - 4pm.
Admission: $9 for ages 16+; $7 for ages 5-15; free for ages 4 and under.
Full event details and schedule will be available by July 1st.

Catchfire @ Wit's End records
Catchfire will be sharing the stage with Haas Holiday again, this time on their turf! Come on out to Wits End Records on August 2nd and rock out to some local and regional music!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Dinner with Hummingbirds
Woodlands Nature Station is now accepting reservations for their Dinner with Hummingbirds events in August. With three nights available, August 9, 15, 23. Enjoy a catered dinner in our native gardens while the hummingbirds buzz all around. Each dinner features live music and a guest speaker.
$30 per person. Please call 270-924-2020 to reserve your spots!

Dinner with Hummingbirds
Woodlands Nature Station is now accepting reservations for their Dinner with Hummingbirds events in August. With three nights available, August 9, 15, 23. Enjoy a catered dinner in our native gardens while the hummingbirds buzz all around. Each dinner features live music and a guest speaker.
$30 per person. Please call 270-924-2020 to reserve your spots!

Our Town @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Aug. 15th - 17th & Aug. 22nd - 24th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Bridget Poor
Sponsored by: Terry & Judi Little
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Described by Edward Albee as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.” Narrated by a stage manager and performed with minimal props and sets, the play depicts the simple daily lives of the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually – in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre – die.
Directed by: Wayne Shields-Hogue
Sponsored by: Baird Private Wealth Management
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

18 Holes Till Christmas Golf Scramble
Join the 6th Annual 18 Hole till Christmas Gold Scramble, benefitting Towing for Toys! This 18 hole scramble features various prizes, including the chance top win a new 2025 GMC vehicle, a Disney vacation package and more!
Register here.

Our Town @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Aug. 15th - 17th & Aug. 22nd - 24th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Bridget Poor
Sponsored by: Terry & Judi Little
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Described by Edward Albee as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.” Narrated by a stage manager and performed with minimal props and sets, the play depicts the simple daily lives of the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually – in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre – die.
Directed by: Wayne Shields-Hogue
Sponsored by: Baird Private Wealth Management
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Dinner with Hummingbirds
Woodlands Nature Station is now accepting reservations for their Dinner with Hummingbirds events in August. With three nights available, August 9, 15, 23. Enjoy a catered dinner in our native gardens while the hummingbirds buzz all around. Each dinner features live music and a guest speaker.
$30 per person. Please call 270-924-2020 to reserve your spots!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Sept. 19th - 21st & Sept. 26th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Serenity Dunn
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Sept. 19th - 21st & Sept. 26th - 28th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Serenity Dunn
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

35th Annual Hazel Days Celebration
Please join us for the 35th Annual Hazel Day Celebration! We will have live music, vendors, car show, a parade, petting zoo, photo contest, sales at the local shops, and MORE!

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Pancake Breakfast with Murray Lions' Club
The Murray Lions Club is once again hosting the Hazel Day Pancake breakfast! It will be held on Saturday, October 11, 7:30-9:30am at the Hazel Community Center on Barnett St. Pancakes, bacon, sausage, juice, and coffee will be provided. Donations are appreciated, and proceeds will benefit the Murray Lions Club.

Carrie: The Musical @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Oct. 17th - 19th & Oct. 24th - 26th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Davin Belt
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Our Playhouse in the Park After Dark was started 10 years ago to accommodate the community theater’s more challenging, adult-oriented shows. Playhouse in the Park offers this series for those willing to explore more mature themes, humor and subjects.
Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it.
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Carrie: The Musical @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Oct. 17th - 19th & Oct. 24th - 26th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Davin Belt
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Our Playhouse in the Park After Dark was started 10 years ago to accommodate the community theater’s more challenging, adult-oriented shows. Playhouse in the Park offers this series for those willing to explore more mature themes, humor and subjects.
Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it.
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Murray State Homecoming Football Game vs Southern Illinois
Celebrate Racer Homecoming and cheer on the Racer’s as they take o0n Southern Illinois University!

Spongebob the Musical: the Penguin Project @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Nov. 7th - Nov. 9th & Nov. 14th - 16th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
The Penguin Project features children with developmental disabilities performing modified Broadway musicals, supported by peer mentors. It proves that disabilities shouldn't limit participation in life’s experiences, especially through community theater.
Directed by: Stephen Keene & Madison Morgan
Sponsored by: HUB International & Independence Bank
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it's SpongeBob SquarePants! This one-hour edition of the hit Broadway musical, brilliantly adapted from the iconic Nickelodeon series, is specially tailored for young actors.
*more information coming soon for audition information and how to get involved
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Spongebob the Musical: the Penguin Project @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Nov. 7th - Nov. 9th & Nov. 14th - 16th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
The Penguin Project features children with developmental disabilities performing modified Broadway musicals, supported by peer mentors. It proves that disabilities shouldn't limit participation in life’s experiences, especially through community theater.
Directed by: Stephen Keene & Madison Morgan
Sponsored by: HUB International & Independence Bank
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it's SpongeBob SquarePants! This one-hour edition of the hit Broadway musical, brilliantly adapted from the iconic Nickelodeon series, is specially tailored for young actors.
*more information coming soon for audition information and how to get involved
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Holiday Downtown Farmer's Market 2025
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.

Wizard of Oz @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Dec. 5th - 7th & Dec. 12th - 14th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Wayne Shields-Hogue
Sponsored by: The Murray Bank
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
*more information coming soon for audition information and how to get involved
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Holiday Downtown Farmer's Market 2025
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.

Wizard of Oz @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: Dec. 5th - 7th & Dec. 12th - 14th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
Directed by: Wayne Shields-Hogue
Sponsored by: The Murray Bank
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
*more information coming soon for audition information and how to get involved
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

Comedy Night @ the Apple
Comedy night is back at the Apple with some regional stand up comedians and your headliner Renard Hirsch!
Renard Hirsch has a casual, observational style of humor, with a strong emphasis on storytelling. He often incorporates religious and urban elements into his routines, and has a knack for imitating different characters. He uses self-deprecation and humor based on contrasts and expectations.
Joining Renard is the super funny Brice Evans and David Kirk.

MTG - Final Fantasy Chocobo Racing Draft
Chocobo Racing Events are the weekly Booster Draft and Sealed event based on the FINAL FANTASY VII mini-game "Chocobo Racing". Whenever players play Draft or Sealed events with Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY in store, the will be earning points to reach special rewards just for this event.
Players will earn points that accumulate with each new event they participate in, bringing them closer to the rewards each time they play. Players will also be able to draft as much as they like, including bringing friends and family along!
Excluding Prerelease, any Booster Draft or Sealed Deck event using Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY product qualifies as part of this event series.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Playhouse in the Park Cabaret @ Rotary Amphitheater
Join Playhouse in the Park and the cast of All Shook Up for a 50 minute, free cabaret at the Rotary Amphitheatre. Featuring a sneak peak of a number from “All Shook Up” performances from Grease, Cinderella, Into the Woods and more.

An Evening of Tall Tales @ CCPL
The Calloway County Public Library will present an evening of Tall Tales as told by master storyteller Paul Strickland on Tuesday, June 10, at 6:00 PM.
This family-friendly program is presented free of charge and will be best enjoyed by audience members aged five and beyond. No registration is required. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Beginner Crochet Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Students will learn the basics of crochet. We will learn common crochet stitches, how to choose yarn, and how to crochet in the round to make basic amigurumi objects.
Date: June 9-13
Age: 10+
Instructor: Shannon Boyd
Time: 1-3pm
Fee: $100
Register here.

SPLAT Summer Camp
Featuring creative activities and take home crafts, the three-day SPLAT summer camp will run from June 9th through the 11th. Camp will be held from 9 A.M. to Noon and is open to children age 5 and older.
Register here.

MSU Computer Science Summer Camp
The MSU Department of Computer Science and Information Systems will be hosting a three day summer camp for students in grades 6-12. This camp is designed to introduce key Computer Science concepts like data visualization, cyber security and computer architecture. With fun activities and qualified staff ready to meet students where they are, everyone from beginners to experts are welcome!

MTG - Final Fantasy Pre-release
Join us for the much anticipated crossover event of the Summer! Final Fantasy meets Magic the Gathering!

Go Fish! Free Kids Music Concert
This event is sponsored by First Baptist Church. Activities begin at 4:00 pm with the concert starting at 5:00 pm.

MTG - Final Fantasy Pre-release
Join us for the much anticipated crossover event of the Summer! Final Fantasy meets Magic the Gathering!

Towing for Toys Car and Truck Show
Towing for Toys will be hosting their first fundraising car show! All proceeds go towards helping local families afford toys for Christmas. The entry fee is $20.00 and one toy new in box. From 2-5 PM come out, see some cool cars, get some food and support a great cause.

Tilly Tales Book Event
Join us at Red Bug in Murray, KY on June 7th from 10 AM to 2 PM for a magical Tilly the Quilly Hedgehog book event! Meet Tilly, the author, and enjoy story time, photos, coloring, and a brand-new Tilly book release!

Arts for All Fellowship Pop Up
Join Arts for All at Wit’s End records for a fundraising pop-up!
Arts for All is an organization that supports providing arts and education programs that allow people with disabilities to fully participate in the arts throughout the state of Kentucky.
A community art project will be open to participation at the event, and some art prints, cards, merch will be for sale. A storytelling demonstration from a local artisan and light refreshments will be served at noon.
All are welcome!

Fighting Back Against Parkinson's 5K Run
Join us for the HUB 5th Annual Fighting Back Against Parkinson’s 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the CFSB Center in Murray, KY.
Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome. Participate in person on our new course or join us virtually from anywhere. All 5K participants will receive an official race t-shirt and finisher medal. 1-Mile participants receive an official race t-shirt.
Proceeds benefit Rock Steady Boxing 270 and the local Parkinson's community.
New location. New course. Same fight.
Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Murray/FightingBack5K

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!

Josh Brown Solo Live @ The Big Apple
Head to the Apple to hear some tunes from Josh Brown with no cover!

T.J. Markinson Book Release and Signing @ Wit's End Records
Come celebrate T.J. Martinson’s new book, Her New Eyes!
There will be a book reading, book
signing, and books available for purchase

All Shook Up @ Playhouse in the Park
Show dates: June 6th - 8th & June 13th - 15th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm | Sundays at 2:30pm
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley®. It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
Directed by: Wayne Shields-Hogue
Sponsored by: Baird Private Wealth Management
Season Sponsor: The Murray Bank
$16 for adults
$15 for seniors (ages 60 and up)
$14 for students (ages 13 and older)
$13 for children (ages 12 and under)
Tickets are required for all persons over the age of 1
There will be a $1.80 credit card fee for each ticket. There’s no fee on tickets being purchased with cash or check or reserved through the box office.

MTG - Final Fantasy Pre-release
Join us for the much anticipated crossover event of the Summer! Final Fantasy meets Magic the Gathering!

Laugh and Learn @ CCPL
The Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Calloway County Public Library invite Preschoolers and their adults to Join us for the May Laugh & Learn Fun on Friday, June 6, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Calloway County Public Library.
The FREE one-hour Laugh and Learn Playdate features playful activities designed to prepare preschoolers for kindergarten. During every playdate, adults and children will hear stories, sing songs, make crafts, play games, and enjoy a healthy snack.
Program activities are best enjoyed by children aged 2-5, accompanied by an adult.

Messy Fridays Art Camp @ MAG
Running Every Friday from June 6- June 27, messy Friday camps are designed for children ages 3-5. Participants are able to make crafts and learn about the creative process every week.
Registration is $30, for all four Fridays in June
Register here.

Mom's Morning Out @ SPLAT
Drop off your little artists for a morning of fun, creativity, and mess-free magic (for you)! Aimed at children Pre-K - 3rd Grade.
Thursdays in June & July @ the Splat Studio
$65/month or $18/session
Reserve your spot now at www.splatmky.com

Brain Blast Trivia @ The Big Apple
Test your pop culture knowledge with Brain Blast Trivia at the Big Apple Bar and Grill every Wednesday at 7 P.M.

Town and Gown Summer Concert
Join the MSU Town and Gown Community Band for an evening of hits at the Rotary Amphitheater in Central Park.

Trivia Tuesday at Tap 216
Grab your team and get ready for Brain Blast at 7pm.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/@Tap216

Clay Summer Youth Workshop @ MAG
Students will learn the basics of the handbuilding process as they create several pieces of hand built sculptural and functional pottery to take home after glazing and firing.
Date: June 2-6
Age: 8+
Instructor: Anna Sohl
Times: 1-3pm
Fee: $110
Register here.

Live Music @ Wit's End Records with Lorde Overstreet, Wideapart, and Lovely Revival
Join us at Wits’ End Records for a mixed genre show. 10$ Entry Fee, Doors open at 7pm, Show starts at 8pm.

2-Person Wildcard Golf Tournament
Date: May 31, 2025
Entry: $80 per team
Cart Rental: $32 *Limited availability*
Registration: 8 a.m.
Shotgun start: 9 a.m.
Format:
Holes 1-9: SHamble
Holes 10-18: Alternate shot
Mulligans: $5 or $20 for 5
Toss/red tee: $10 (max 1)
Closest to the pin: Holes 3 & 10
Call or TEXT Tanner crouch to register
: (270) 293-0733

Downtown Murray KY Farmer's Market
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!