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ACO Kentucky State Tournament
Competitive cornhole takes center stage at Owensboro Sportscenter with the ACO Kentucky State Championship, Season 21, hosted by Russell Tabers and Todd Gammon. This is a two-day tournament, and divisions are scheduled on separate days. Participation guidelines apply. An active ACO membership is required for all events, and players must be Kentucky residents with a Kentucky address on a driver’s license. Outside food and alcohol are not permitted. There is no prepayment, all entry fees are paid at the door, and cash is requested. Event shirts will be available for preorder or on site. Payout information will be announced once finalized, and first place finishers will receive trophies. Booth space for bag vendors is available at 150 dollars for ACO bag partners for both days and 200 dollars for non-partners. The first day features Juniors with free entry and a jersey award, Womens and Seniors with a 20 dollar entry and a jersey included in the payouts, Level Up Singles at 15 dollars, Coed at 30 dollars per team, Quads at 20 dollars per player, and a Big Blind Draw at 20 dollars per person. The second day includes Womens Doubles and Senior Doubles at 30 dollars per team, Junior Doubles with free entry, World Doubles at 60 dollars per team with a jersey included in the payouts, and World Singles at 30 dollars with a jersey included in the payouts. For more information, contact Russell at 270-559-8215.
SportscenterOMG!con 2026
Held at the Owensboro Convention Center, this volunteer-run, non-profit convention has grown from an anime and video game focus to a celebration of broader pop culture. The gaming area features classic and modern consoles, arcade machines, a stage for tournaments, and showcases from independent developers. The exhibitor hall spans more than half of the first floor with over 70 artists and vendors, plus a swag section and a charity raffle. Outside, boffer LARP activities take place on the front lawn. Inside, screening rooms and a manga library offer relaxing breaks between more than 200 panels. A spacious tabletop zone hosts board games and trading card game tournaments, and a dedicated chibi room welcomes young fans. Highlights also include a cosplay contest, a lively dance party, and a formal ball, with additional programming throughout. The event prioritizes inclusivity and affordability, aiming to provide a welcoming space where the community can connect over shared interests and be themselves.
Owensboro Convention CenterYin Yoga with Shanna
Settle into a calming Yin Yoga session with Shanna at Align. This gentle, floor-based practice invites stillness and steady breath while holding poses for longer periods. Most shapes are done seated or lying down to gradually open the body and nurture the joints, ligaments, and fascia. The class emphasizes slowing the nervous system, deep relaxation, flexibility, and mindful awareness. It can be especially supportive for easing stress and fostering emotional balance. Props are welcome, and comfort, ease, and listening to your body always come first. Open to all experience levels, this short class offers a restorative reset so you can step away from the noise and leave feeling centered and supported. Cost is $15 per participant.
Align By TrueNorthOMG!con: RPG Fantasy
Tabletop adventures take center stage at OMG!con: RPG Fantasy at the Owensboro Convention Center, with a rotating lineup of role playing and board game sessions offered throughout the event. Featured titles include Curiosity, Diceborn Heroes, Adventure Realms, Adventure Party: The Role-Playing Party Game, One Last Fight: Heavy Metal Edition, Heroes of Fairy Tail, Ni no Kuni II: The Board Game, Monster Eater: A Delicious in Dungeon Board Game, Shadowgate: The Living Castle, One Piece: Adventure Island, Hand of Fate: Ordeals – Special Edition, The Kittens of Mont Saint Michel, The Glorious Guilds of Buttonville, YRO, and DragonIsles. Details and signups are available on Aftergame.
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