Something is happening every day in downtown Paducah, but some of the major events are listed below.
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![Colorful abstract quilt with wavy patterns in blue, red, pink, and yellow hues.]()
Quilt Week
April 23 - April 26, 2025
One of the world's UNESCO Creative Cities, Paducah is renowned for its quilting and fiber arts traditions. AQS QuiltWeek draws international attention with contest quilts, exhibitions, and top-tier instruction in Quilt City USA®.
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Bourbon on the Backstretch
May 3, 2025
Join us as we celebrate Bourbon & the Kentucky Derby in true Bluegrass style! Sip, shop, and saddle up for a day of Derby-inspired excitement!
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![People visiting a downtown farmers market with tables of produce under a red-roofed structure.]()
Farmers' Market
Every Saturday from June 7 - October 25, 2025
The Paducah Homegrown Farmers’ Market provides a gathering place to help nurture a sense of community between our growers, producers, artisans, local businesses and our customers.
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![A vintage gold pickup truck parked on a city street lined with historic buildings and storefronts. Pedestrians walk along the sidewalk under a dramatic cloudy sky. Signs for live music and various shops are visible.]()
Cars & Cigars
July 12, August 9, & September 16, 2025
Enjoy a multi-block party called Cars & Cigars in downtown Paducah organized by Stella's. There will be live music and a car and motorcycle show along Broadway.
