9 Local Things To Do This Season

Catapult 

Thursday, April 3 @ 7:30 – 10:00pm 

Preston Arts Center 

Catapult Entertainment is a shadow-dance company created by Adam Battelstein in 2008. Featured in Season 8 of America’s Got Talent, the talented Catapult dancers have the skills to transform their bodies into seemingly impossible images. For more information, please call 270-826-5916.

Wildflower Extravaganza 

Saturday, April 5 @ 10:00am – 2:30pm   

John James Audubon State Park

Audubon State Park is known for its ephemeral wildflowers, and they are emerging! Come experience the beauty of the nature preserve woods in early spring for this free event. 

Early Spring Wildflowers of Audubon State Park—10:00 A.M.: Attend this indoor photo presentation on the typical ephemeral flora found in John James Audubon State Park. Park Naturalist, Lisa Hoffman, will introduce you to their common wildflowers and share some interesting folklore for the plants. Meets inside the Audubon Museum. Approx. 45 minutes.

Wildflower Walk–11 A.M.: Join their naturalist for this leisurely ¼ -1/2-mile walk in and around the woods as you try to identify early wildflowers. This walk will likely pass by areas of Virginia Bluebells, Cut-Leaf Toothwort, Dutchman’s Breeches, and more. Gather on the Audubon Museum front lawn. The walk will cover an accessible trail suitable for all ages and abilities. Approx. 45 minutes.

Wildflower Walk & Scavenger Hunt–1:00 P.M.: Meet on the Audubon Museum front lawn for this moderately challenging 1-mile walk over hilly terrain. This naturalist-led hike will point out ephemeral wildflowers and will share folklore about the plants. They will up the fun by making it a scavenger hunt! How many flowers can you check off the list? Approx. 1 to 1.5 hours.

For more information, you may call 270-826-2247.

Eggstravaganza – ages 3-6

Saturday, April 12 @ 10:30 – 11:45am 

Gallery 101

Bring your little bunnies to the annual Little Rembrandts EGGSTRAVAGANZA class. You and your little bunny will have a blast painting a bunny and ending the morning with a little story telling. Students must be accompanied by an adult and be pre-registered. Cost is $10. Sign up today at [email protected]

European Royal Ballet presents Swan Lake 

Friday, April 11 @ 7:00 – 9:30pm

Preston Arts Center

The classic ballet, Swan Lake, tells a timeless tale of romance and enchantment. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic and groundbreaking score, this poignant drama of true love and sacrifice captivates audiences to this day with its range of technically and emotionally challenging roles for both Principal dancers and the Corps de Ballet.

European Royal Classical Ballet invites you to join the thousands of audience members through the years who have sat spellbound for an evening under the influence of this magnificent and magical ballet. Witness firsthand, the strength of pure and eternal love in the face of a dark and powerful sorcerer as you delight in the technical prowess and emotional depth the professional artists of European Royal Classical Ballet bring to the stage. For more information, please call 270-831-9803.

Tri-Fest

Friday, April 25 – Sunday April 27

Downtown Henderson 

​​Tri-Fest, held each April, is a vibrant street fair with an upbeat carnival vibe sponsored by the Henderson Breakfast Lions Club. Vendors line Main Street, bringing a fireworks show and live music, where folks from all over gather in historic downtown Henderson. For more information, please call 270-835-4667.

Family Game Night 

Friday, May 9 @ 5:00 – 9:00pm  

Henderson County Public Library  

Have a favorite board or card game that your family has enjoyed playing over the years? Bring it to Family Game Night hosted by your Genealogy and Local History Department. This after-library hours event will be an opportunity to socialize, network and play games in a casual setting. Bring your family and friends to join in the fun. All participants need to arrive by 5pm and enter from the Water Street parking lot. Registration for this event will be open from April 18 at 9:00am to May 9 at 5:00pm. For more information, please call 270-826-3712 ext. 214.

Walk in the Wetlands 

Saturday, May 10 @ 10:00 – 11:30am 

John James Audubon State Park 

Explore the great outdoors in Audubon State Park at 7 am or 9 am, held at Audubon Wetlands on Wolf Hills Road. Meet the park’s naturalist for an insightful hike and discover the beauty of the park while learning about its unique ecosystems. Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature! For more information, please call 270-826-2247.

Summer Sunset Series 

Thursday, May 15 @ 4:00 – 8:00pm 

Downtown Henderson 

Get ready to kick back and enjoy the Summer Sunset Series, brought to you by the Downtown Henderson Partnership Committee!

This vibrant event is packed with live music, unique artisan vendors, and an unforgettable vibe in the heart of Henderson while utilizing the Sunset District. Got questions? Reach out to the Henderson Chamber of Commerce at 270-826-7505.

SummerFest

Saturday, May 17 @ 5:00 – 11:00pm 

Downtown Henderson

Get ready to rock under the summer sky at our much-anticipated event, SummerFest! This free rock ‘n’ roll concert transforms downtown Henderson into a lively hub of music and energy. As the sun sets, the stage comes alive with the electrifying sounds of the rock hits we all know and love, creating an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all ages.