Family events in Paducah, KY

Bring your little one (up to age 2) for a lively storytime designed to build early pre-literacy skills. The hour includes snacks, stories, songs, activities, and crafts, with a focus on socialization and enrichment. Adults stay engaged throughout, and drop-offs aren’t allowed. Please note that the library can’t guarantee foods served won’t have come into contact with common allergens like tree nuts or soy.

Fridays After Five concludes with a celebratory finale in Downtown Paducah. The finale features three music acts and a welcoming setting for friends, family, and neighbors. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. More information about the music will be shared.

The Bookmobile will be at the Marshall County Extension Office for the Friday Night Fun Farmer's Market. There will be an activity and materials available for patrons to check out.

Hosted at Beacon Dragway in Paducah by Beacon Dragway and Stack’d Diesel Specialists, Boosted Blackout is a celebration of trucks and horsepower in a family friendly setting. Expect eighth mile drags, dirt drags, a mobile dyno, a burnout pit, a show and shine area, a vendor row, and food trucks. Competitors, show participants, and spectators are all part of the experience. General admission for spectators is cash only and purchased upon entry.

The Paducah Homegrown Farmers' Market showcases fresh produce, handcrafted items, and hometown favorites alongside live music each week. Held on Saturdays in Paducah, the season wraps up with a special Fall Festival celebration.

Enjoy a relaxed visit to WB Word Flower Farm in Paducah, where you can bring your own vase and fill it with as many flowers as you like for $10. Scissors are available to borrow, and payment can be made by Venmo, PayPal, or cash.

Paducah’s Emancipation Celebration honors the moment in 1863 when freedom began reaching enslaved African Americans across parts of Tennessee and Western Kentucky. For more than a century and a half, families have gathered each August to remember the sacrifices of earlier generations, reconnect with loved ones, and pass history to the next generation, making it one of the region’s longest-running African American homecomings. This year also recognizes 50 years of the W.C. Young Community Center, which has helped plan and preserve Paducah’s 8th of August Emancipation tradition. Festivities include a 5k run and walk, a parade, a community party at Robert Coleman Park, the Golden Jubilee Car Show, and the Lincoln Legacy Game Day.

Beloved felines take over the big screen as CatVideoFest 2026 presents a freshly assembled showcase of cat videos. The reel draws from a vast range of original submissions and also features animations, music videos, and classic internet legends like Keyboard Cat. The screening takes place at Maiden Alley Cinema in Paducah. Ten percent of all ticket sales supports the McGangsters fund at Lone Oak Animal Clinic, a local effort focused on spaying and neutering feral cats and making sure they are fed.

The bookmobile will be parked at Price Less IGA with an activity and materials available for checkout. Stop by for a chance to pick up something fun and take it home.

Get ready to dance under the stars at Summer Nights in Paradise, a tropical-themed evening designed for kids ages 5 to 12. The night includes kid-friendly music and dancing, fun games and activities, and a family-friendly vibe, with light snacks served. Families should plan for a themed or semi-formal outfit, like bright colors, florals, beachy styles, or dressy summer wear. Each child needs a ticket to attend, and each family receives one free adult admission for a guest such as a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, older sibling, or another important person. Parking is available for free, and refunds are not offered.