Kentucky Lake, Lake Barkley, & LBL Area Events
Sat
Jan
17
Murray State Men's Basketball vs. Indiana State
Jan 17, 2026 - 7pm-9pm
CFSB Center - 1401 State Route 121 N, Murray
Watch the Murray State men's basketball team take on Indiana State at the CFSB Center.
Sat
Jan
17
Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.
Sat
Jan
17
From Earth to Universe
Jan 17, 2026 - 4pm-5pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.
Sat
Jan
17
Enjoy the story of humanity's fascination with stars, from ancient astrologers to breakthrough discoveries. Also learn how modern spacecraft navigate the skies. Recommended for all ages.
Sat
Jan
17
Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe
Jan 17, 2026 - 2pm-3pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for ... Continue...
Sat
Jan
17
From Earth to Universe
Jan 17, 2026 - 11am-12pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.
Sat
Jan
17
Discover the Stars
Jan 17, 2026 - 12pm-1pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.
Sat
Jan
17
Little Star that Could
Jan 17, 2026 - 10am-11am
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.
Sat
Jan
17
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Jan 17, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
Sun
Jan
18
Discover the Stars
Jan 18, 2026 - 12pm-1pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Many of us have looked up at the stars in the sky and wondered. This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars.
Sun
Jan
18
Have you ever enjoyed a meteor shower or wished upon a shooting star? Explore where meteors come from, what they are made of, past impact evidence and even possible future impact predictions.
Sun
Jan
18
Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe
Jan 18, 2026 - 2pm-3pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Stars are the engines that fuel the universe, and every star has a story. Follow along and learn how they are formed, their beauty, and their destructive power. Explore the history of astronomy around the world. Recommended for ... Continue...
Sun
Jan
18
Murray State Women's Basketball vs. Belmont
Jan 18, 2026 - 2pm-4pm
CFSB Center - 1401 State Route 121 N, Murray
Watch the Murray State women's basketball team take on Belmont at the CFSB Center.
Sun
Jan
18
Little Star that Could
Jan 18, 2026 - 10am-11am
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Little Star is born as an unnamed, average star, but he wants to be special. Along his journey, he learns what makes each star special and exactly what it takes to lead a solar system - and even discovers his name.
Sun
Jan
18
From Earth to Universe
Jan 18, 2026 - 11am-12pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.
Sun
Jan
18
From Earth to Universe
Jan 18, 2026 - 4pm-5pm
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
How has our understanding of the universe progressed in the last 100 years? Explore how technology has allowed us to observe new parts of space for the very first time.
Sun
Jan
18
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Jan 18, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
Mon
Jan
19
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Jan 19, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
Fri
Jan
23
Murray Lion's Club Blind Dining Fundraiser
Jan 23, 2026 - 6pm-8pm
Murray First United Methodist Church - , Murray
The Murray Lions Club is hosting a spaghetti dinner...with a twist! This will be a "dining in the dark" experience, which means that you'll eat blindfolded. There will be 1-2 sighted people at each table to provide verbal ... Continue...
Sat
Jan
24
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Jan 24, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
Sun
Jan
25
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Jan 25, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
RECURRING
EVENT
Fri
Jan
23
West Kentucky Boat & Outdoor Show
Jan 23, 2026 thru Jan 25, 2026 - Various Times
CFSB Center - 1401 State Route 121 N, Murray
Make plans to visit the West Kentucky Boat & Outdoor Show, where you'll find everything you need for an incredible summer. Admission is free.
Mon
Jan
26
THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 100 YEAR TOUR 100 Years of Thrills. 100 Years of Laughs. 100 Years of Joy. This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping No Way! moves, 100 Years of Wow! and 100 Years of ... Continue...
Wed
Jan
28
Murray State Men's Basketball vs. Illinois State
Jan 28, 2026 - 7pm-9pm
CFSB Center - 1401 State Route 121 N, Murray
Watch the Murray State men's basketball team take on Illinois State at the CFSB Center.
Thu
Jan
29
Murray State Women's Basketball vs. Southern Illinois
Jan 29, 2026 - 6pm-8pm
CFSB Center - 1401 State Route 121 N, Murray
Watch the Murray State women's basketball team take on Southern Illinois at the CFSB Center.
Sat
Jan
31
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Jan 31, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
Sun
Feb
1
Eagle Viewing Van Tour
Feb 1, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Golden Pond Visitor's Center - 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond
Winter is peak season for bald eagle viewing in Land Between the Lakes! Both our year-round resident eagles and visiting winter "snowbirds" are out looking for fish around the lakes. Join this van tour to discover favorite bays, ... Continue...
Fri
Feb
6
Seemed Smart at the Time Comedy Tour with William Lee Martin
Feb 6, 2026 - 7pm
Badgett Playhouse - 1838 JH O'Bryan Avenue, Grand Rivers
For nearly 30 years, William Lee Martin has been making America laugh with his fast-paced, "PG...in 1985" brand of comedy-fun, a little edgy, but never filthy. His new tour, Red Dirt Comedy Presents: William Lee Martin - Seemed ... Continue...
Fri
Feb
6
Valentines Day Love Songs
Feb 6, 2026 - 7pm-9pm
Badgett Playhouse - 1838 JH O'Bryan Avenue, Grand Rivers
It's a magical evening of love & laughter. With tributes to Sam Cooke, Lionel Richie, Luther Vandross and more, the audience will dance the night away with Nashville's premier tribute band, The DVL Revue. The audience will be ... Continue...
Sat
Feb
7
163 years ago, Land Between the Rivers was bracing for war. Confederate forces occupied Fort Henry with federal forces moving up the Tennessee River. Join local historian Ski Witzofsky in the Homeplace theater to learn about Fort ... Continue...
RECURRING
EVENT
Sat
Feb
14
Kenlake Valentine's Party Package
Feb 14, 2026 - 5pm-10pm+
Kenlake State Resort Park - 542 Kenlake Road, Hardin
Valentine's Party Package 2026 Standard lodge room package for two-$175.00 + tax* Includes breakfast tickets for Sunday. *Contact guest services for cottage upgrades and additional occupancy pricing. Dinner served from ... Continue...
Sat
Feb
28
4th Annual Civil War Symposium
Feb 28, 2026 - 9am-3pm
First Baptist Church - 208 Church Street, Dover
Join us for the 4th annual civil war symposium. There will be many guest speakers, civil war artifact displays, interpretive displays, and local historians on hand. Admission is free.
Sat
Mar
7
Western Kentucky Polar Plunge & 5k
Mar 7, 2026 - 8am
KY Dam Village State Park - 166 Upper Village Dr, Murray
Let's make a splash together on March 7! The Western Kentucky Polar Plunge & 5K challenges thousands of brave jumpers to plunge into icy water in support of 11,000 Special Olympics Kentucky athletes. The Polar Plunge & 5K helps ... Continue...
Sat
Mar
14
All of our members have had success in the music industry and performed all over the country. Yet coming together to perform the music of the Eagles, Henley, Frey and Walsh and James Gang has created an explosive dynamic project. ... Continue...




