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Ratoberfest at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 9, 2025 - 7:15pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Get ready for a fantastic event unlike any other! Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:15 PM with the showing of Speed Racer, followed by a screening of Grease at 9:30 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

Spooky Kentucky Dam Bike Ride

Oct 10, 2025 - 6pm
Kentucky Dam Village // 166 Upper Village Dr - Gilbertsville
https://calvertcityky.gov/

Get ready for a spooky bike ride! Join us on October 10th for a Halloween-themed ride across Kentucky Dam. Dress in your best costume, decorate your bike, and compete for prizes! Meet at the Beach at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. Helmets recommended.

Car Cruise Trunk or Treat

Oct 11, 2025 - TBD
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership

Join us for a spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat on Benton Court Square! Dress up in your best Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat from decorated car trunks. Fun for the whole family! More information to come.

Carol Capps Pink Walk

Oct 11, 2025 - 9am-11am
Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/

In October, we wear pink to remember and honor those touched by breast cancer. Join the Calvert Area Development Association for The Carol Capps Pink Walk on October 11th at 9am. We'll remember loved ones lost, celebrate those fighting, and emphasize the importance of proactive mammograms. Your participation directly supports Kentucky Cancer Link, helping local individuals in need.

Benton Farmer's Market

Oct 11, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

Beetlejuice at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 10, 2025 thru Oct 11, 2025 - 8:45pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Get ready for a fantastic event unlike any other! Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:15 PM with the showing of Corpse Bride, followed by a screening of Beetlejuice at 8:45 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

Corpse Bride at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 10, 2025 thru Oct 11, 2025 - 7:15pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Batman at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 16, 2025 - 9:00pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Free Admission!! Get ready for a fantastic event unlike any other! Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:00 PM with the showing of The Goonies, followed by a screening of Batman at 9:00 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

The Goonies at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 16, 2025 - 7:00pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Free Admission! Get ready for a fantastic event unlike any other! Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:00 PM with the showing of The Goonies, followed by a screening of Batman at 9:00 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

Overnight Murder Mystery Package

Oct 17, 2025 - 5pm-9pm
Kenlake State Resort Park // 542 Kenlake Rd - Hardin
karie.mcgee@ky.gov

Murder and Merriment Presents: "Belles, Bourbon & Belladonna!"
Friday, October 17th-Saturday, October 18th

Standard Lodge Room Package For Two - $249.96 + TAX
Includes Acts 1 & 2 and Dinner Buffet on Friday + Breakfast Buffet and Final Act on Saturday

More Event Details:
Early check in at 3:00PM on Friday
Show begins at 5:00PM
Dinner served at 7:00PM
Final Act and Breakfast at 9:00AM on Saturday
Solve the mystery for a chance to win a prize!

Choose to come in Halloween costume for a chance to win best costume prize!

More details on Kenlake's Murder Mystery Event Page - Facebook
Outside Alcohol Strictly Prohibited
Menu TBD-Check back for updates in October.
Please inform reservations of any dietary needs and other parties you might be seated with.

Overnight Murder Mystery Package

Oct 18, 2025 - 9am-10:45am
Kenlake State Resort Park // 542 Kenlake Rd - Hardin
karie.mcgee@ky.gov

Benton Farmer's Market

Oct 18, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

The Addams Family at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 17, 2025 thru Oct 18, 2025 - 7:00pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:00 PM with the showing of The Addams Family, followed by a screening of Scream at 8:55 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

Scream at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 17, 2025 thru Oct 18, 2025 - 8:55pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Benton Farmer's Market

Oct 25, 2025 - TBD
H.H. Lovett Park // 16th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership

Join us every Saturday for fresh, local goods at the Benton Farmers Market! Occurring May-October.

50's Fright Night at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 24, 2025 thru Oct 25, 2025 - 7:00pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:00 PM with the showing of The Curse of Frankenstein, followed by a screening of House of Wax at 8:35 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

Halloween I & II at Calvert Drive-In Theater

Oct 30, 2025 - 7:00pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

Calvert Drive-In is presenting a double feature with two amazing films. The fun begins at 7:00 PM with the showing of Halloween, followed by a screening of Halloween at 8:40 PM. Prepare for a fun night with great shows and delicious food!

Calvert City Treat Trail

Oct 31, 2025 - 5pm
Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

Calvert City is one of the best little towns to visit during Halloween. Residents travel by golf cart, car, hayride, or bike to the many stops on October 31st. The City of Calvert City is urging residents to keep a lookout for little goblins, especially around Halloween. The Calvert City Treat Trail is scheduled for October 31st with a curfew of 9pm.

Back to the Calvert Drive-In

Oct 31, 2025 - 4pm-10pm
Calvert Drive-In Theater // 111 Drive-In Lane - Calvert City
270-395-4660

On October 31st and November 1st, a stainless steel icon with gull-wing doors and a flux-y reputation may or may not be making a special appearance at your favorite outdoor theater. You will want to be here to find out for yourself. It's the kind of ride that might make you check your watch-and your decade.

Whether you're into cinematic time-travel or just love a great photo op, you won't want to miss the chance to see the car that made 88 mph famous.

Triple Feature!
Back to the Future @ 6:30
Back to the Future II @ 8:45
Back to the Future III @10:45

Holiday Open House Small Business Saturday

Nov 29, 2025 - TBD
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership

Start your holiday shopping at Benton Partnership's Holiday Open House weekend. Many local businesses will be participating and offering door prizes. There will also be sales and snacks!

Cranksgiving Bike, Walk, Run Challenge

Nov 22, 2025 thru Nov 30, 2025 - All Day
Doctors Park Sports Complex // 23 Park Rd - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

Hop on the Moneymaker Trail during Thanksgiving week and crank out this fun challenge by running, biking, or walking on a full belly! Beginning November 22nd, the Moneymaker Trail will be marked off with a start line and finish line for a 1.5-mile trail. Ride it, walk it, or run it as many times as you'd like during November 22nd-30th, and mark your time down on the leaderboard (there will be better markers this year). This friendly competition is a way to get out and get active during the Thanksgiving holiday!

Santa Fly-in

Dec 5, 2025 - 6pm
KDV Airport // 441 Airport Rd - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/

Santa's sled is undergoing maintenance, and he's stopping by Calvert City to check on a few kids before he heads back to the North Pole. Make plans to watch Santa fly into the airport, and enjoy holiday activities before getting your picture taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus, his favorite elf, and one of his reindeer!

Calvert City Christmas Bazaar

Dec 6, 2025 - 9am-4pm
Civic Center // 991 5th Ave SE - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/calendar/

Find all your unique gifts in one town! Mark your calendar and map out your plan for one of the biggest shows in town! Four shopping locations all around Calvert City!

Calvert City Lions Club Christmas Parade

Dec 6, 2025 - 6pm
Downtown // 5th Ave - Calvert City
https://calvertcityky.gov/

The longest-running Christmas Parade in Kentucky on 5th Avenue. Enjoy a night full of floats from all your favorite local businesses! After the parade, head to the Civic Center for a photo with Santa, hot dogs, and drinks served by the Calvert City Lions Club.

Down Home Country Christmas

Dec 13, 2025 - 2pm
Kentucky Opry // 88 Chilton Ln - Benton
270-527-3869

Join us for a little Country Christmas fun! Enjoy all of your favorite Christmas tunes and hilarious skits that will have your whole family laughing! Minihan Productions presents a Down Home Country Christmas, featuring the Minihan band. Listen to all of your favorite classics on a whole new stage at Kentucky Opry!

A Benton Christmas

Dec 13, 2025 - TBD
Benton Court Square // E 12th St - Benton
https://www.facebook.com/BentonPartnership

Come to Benton's Court Square to enjoy an array of activities, including a live Nativity, hot chocolate, cookies, ornament decorating, and much more! And we can't forget Santa, of course!

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