Paducah Events 2026-2027

Your guide to live events and things to do in Paducah, KY, and nearby areas.

  • Updated: November 15, 2026

Events take place across Paducah throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.

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Paducah Events: Today, This Month & Dates

Upcoming Events in Paducah

Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.
Upcoming Confirmed Events 18
  • Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — THEATRE, Best Value: Cirque Dreams: Holidaze at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $46, Avg. price ~ $103, Tickets Available: 407. Select Seats
  • Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — COMEDY: Bert Kreischer at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $267, Tickets Available: 59. Select Seats
  • Dec 06, 2026, 3:30 PM Sun — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: A Celtic Christmas at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $115, Avg. price ~ $351, Tickets Available: 51. Select Seats
  • Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Paducah Symphony Orchestra: A Christmas Celebration at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $146, Tickets Available: 121. Select Seats
  • Dec 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Best Value, Weekend Event: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $282, Tickets Available: 201. Select Seats
  • Jan 16, 2027, 6:00 PM Sat — CHILDREN / FAMILY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 202. Select Seats
  • Jan 22, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — JAZZ / BLUES: Leslie Odom Jr. at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $64, Avg. price ~ $123, Tickets Available: 106. Select Seats
  • Feb 13, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — CHILDREN / FAMILY, Weekend Event: The Magic School Bus Lost In The Solar System at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $59, Avg. price ~ $75, Tickets Available: 119. Select Seats
  • Feb 20, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Paducah Symphony Orchestra: John Williams - Symphony On The Silver Screen at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 100. Select Seats
  • Mar 13, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Paducah Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's Fifth at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 114. Select Seats
  • Mar 25, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — THEATRE: The Price Is Right - Live Stage Show at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $57, Avg. price ~ $126, Tickets Available: 177. Select Seats
  • Apr 03, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Derrick Stroup at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $90, Tickets Available: 97. Select Seats
  • Apr 04, 2027, 3:30 PM Sun — OTHER, Weekend Event: Puppy Pals Live at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $57, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 171. Select Seats
  • Apr 06, 2027, 7:15 PM Tue — THEATRE: Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight! at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $63, Avg. price ~ $114, Tickets Available: 182. Select Seats
  • Apr 17, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Paducah Symphony Orchestra: Vivaldi's Gloria at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $75, Tickets Available: 96. Select Seats
  • May 13, 2027, 7:00 PM Thu — COMEDY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Matt Mathews at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $956, Avg. price ~ $1,180, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • May 13, 2027, 10:15 PM Thu — COMEDY, Pay Later Available: Matt Mathews at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $144, Avg. price ~ $292, Tickets Available: 175. Select Seats
  • May 22, 2027, 3:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Menopause - The Musical at The Carson Center • 1806 seats, 100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 365. Select Seats

Events by Show & Venue

Browse Paducah events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Cirque Dreams: Holidaze
Cirque Dreams: Holidaze
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 58
Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
Bert Kreischer
Bert Kreischer
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 8
Dec 03, 2026 7:00 PM
A Celtic Christmas
A Celtic Christmas
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 66
Dec 06, 2026 3:30 PM
Paducah Symphony Orchestra
Paducah Symphony Orchestra
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 4
Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 113
Dec 19, 2026 7:00 PM
Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves
Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 53
Jan 16, 2027 6:00 PM
Leslie Odom Jr.
Leslie Odom Jr.
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 31
Jan 22, 2027 7:30 PM
The Magic School Bus Lost In The Solar System
The Magic School Bus Lost In The Solar System
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 3
Feb 13, 2027 7:00 PM
The Price Is Right - Live Stage Show
The Price Is Right - Live Stage Show
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 60
Mar 25, 2027 7:30 PM
Derrick Stroup
Derrick Stroup
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 50
Apr 03, 2027 7:00 PM
Puppy Pals
Puppy Pals
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 10
Apr 04, 2027 3:30 PM
Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight!
Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight!
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 31
Apr 06, 2027 7:15 PM
Matt Mathews
Matt Mathews
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 64
May 13, 2027 7:00 PM
Menopause - The Musical
Menopause - The Musical
100 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY 42002
Upcoming Events: 53
May 22, 2027 3:00 PM

From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Paducah. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.

What events are happening in Paducah right now?

A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Paducah rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.

How often is the event schedule updated?

Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.

Can I browse events by date or venue?

Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.

Are events held year-round in Paducah?

Yeah — Paducah doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.

Where do events take place in Paducah?

Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Paducah, KY. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.

Do new events get added regularly?

All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.

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