Events in Paducah today

In this diving course, you will learn the key skills for conducting safe and confident search and recovery dives. Training focuses on search patterns, specialized dive planning, and tools such as lift bags, lines, and reels. You will also practice search and communication techniques as part of a dive team. When you complete the program, you will earn the SSI Search & Recovery specialty certification.

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.

Experience live music from Lew Jetton at Purple Toad Winery. Enjoy the performance with a sweet sip in hand.

Lorrie Morgan is coming to the Kentucky Opry Theater for a live performance. The show starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available through Etix.

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.

This monthly Youth Council meeting brings students together to lead, plan, and make a meaningful impact in the community. It offers a supportive setting for young leaders to exchange ideas, build leadership skills, and collaborate on projects that focus on prevention, mental health, and positive change in Graves County. Each session includes updates on upcoming events, hands-on planning for campaigns and activities, team-building, and opportunities to earn volunteer or service hours. Youth voices shape the agenda, and every idea is valued. Open to current members and new students.

Come chat about books in this adult book club and discussion group, moderated by Kristen and Michelle. Bring what you’ve been reading to share, swap suggestions, and get ideas for your next picks. Every second Monday, this session runs in the conference room and includes a featured pick of the month.

The Graves County Genealogy Society gathers at the Mayfield Graves County Chamber of Commerce for a monthly meeting that includes a rotating guest speaker, a meal, and a complete agenda.

Games for adults aged 55 and older will be held in the gymnasium area of Concord United Methodist Church.

Settle in for a quiet reading session with Silent Book Club at Pipers Tea & Coffee. Bring whatever you are reading, order a coffee or a cocktail if you wish, and enjoy peaceful, independent reading. Inspired by the silent sustained reading many remember from school, this gathering is geared toward adults. The group meets every other Tuesday. A sign is planned to help readers find one another, and the cozy corner with the couches is often used as a meeting spot.

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.

Crochet Club offers a relaxed meetup for people who already know how to crochet as well as anyone who wants to bring another type of art project to work on. Participants can bring works in progress and spend the evening chatting and stitching alongside others. This is not an instructional event. It is open to ages 16 and up. Attendance is free for those who already know how to crochet or bring their own art to work on, but seating is limited, so please RSVP.

Amber Bacon leads a calming yet uplifting yoga class at the Calvert City Civic Center. Held every Tuesday, it is open to all experience levels and offers space to stretch, focus on your breath, and recharge, whether you are working on fresh New Year intentions or simply need time to unwind. Please bring a yoga mat and feel free to invite a friend.

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.

Learn about potential eligibility for compensation, health benefits, and in-home care at no cost during a free educational lunch at Big Ed's. This monthly series is geared toward individuals connected to the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant. RSVP is requested by calling 270-215-1263.

Stop by the library for a casual author spotlight featuring two regional writers. You’ll have a chance to meet Mark Bryant and Bill Jones, chat with them, and purchase and get their books signed. All programs are free and open to the public.