Owensboro Music Festivals

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BBQ & Barrels represents the culmination of 45 years of a cultural tradition in Owensboro and Daviess County. It is the celebration of our past, our present, and our future, bringing together two of Owensboro’s greatest traditions – authentic, unparalleled Owensboro barbecue and historic Kentucky bourbon.

Porchfest is an exciting event that brings 10,000 members of our community together for a day of fun and music. It's a celebration of local talent, showcasing local musicians playing on the porches of houses in the Griffith Avenue neighborhood. Each stage features numerous acts playing their own unique music, from rock to jazz to folk.

Neighbors come out to listen to the live music and meet new people in their community. Porchfests are a great opportunity for musicians to perform and for people to mingle with their neighbors. So grab your lawn chairs, come out. and enjoy the music!

ROMP Music Festival continues to showcase its dedication to presenting the best in bluegrass and roots music. This stellar lineup promises to deliver an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary bluegrass, ensuring a musical experience that appeals to fans of all ages and tastes. Festival-goers can look forward to soul-stirring performances, virtuosic instrumentals, and harmonies that resonate deep within the heart.

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The ROMP Music Festival is more than just a music event; it's a celebration of community, culture, and the enduring legacy of bluegrass. With a stunning location, an unparalleled lineup, and a passionate audience, ROMP is an unmissable experience for music lovers from near and far.

Owensboro Symphony’s annual Concert on the Lawn has been held since 1987. To some this concert represents an end-of-summer gathering; to others, it marks the beginning of another amazing season for the Owensboro Symphony, but one thing is for sure; this is a summer tradition enjoyed by all. 

Annual celebration during the Owensboro Air Show featuring great bluegrass, bourbon & food!  Located at the Michael E. Horn Family Stage behind the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum.

New fall music festival located at Reid's Orchard!

FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT!! Stroll the beautiful Owensboro Riverfront and enjoy the sounds of the Owensboro Symphony! Ensembles will perform throughout Smothers Park from the Allen Street Gazebo all the way to Lure Seafood & Grille.

Blocktoberfest returns to Downtown Owensboro on October 19, 2024!  2nd Street will be filled with live music, contests, local vendors and, of course, regional breweries. All proceeds from Bloktoberfest support the events & operations of Downtown Owensboro.