Discover Your Nature
Framed by nature, Henderson is a vibrant river town retreat-- the Ohio River rolls, the birds fly. With a historic downtown, dynamic culinary scene, and plenty of fresh air to go around, Henderson is a place where you can discover your nature. What will you discover?
Upcoming Events
From high-energy music festivals on our riverfront and world-class performances at the Preston Arts Center to easy weekends at the Farmers Market and art openings at Gallery 101, our events calendar offers something for everyone.
EXPLORE AUDUBON STATE PARK
Discover a real Kentucky fairy tale as you journey through miles of hiking trails, cozy up in one of six cabins, and experience Audubon Museum & Nature Center.
Sip & Savor Local Brews
Raise a glass to carefully crafted brews along the West Kentucky Brewery Hop! Start your hop here in Henderson and adventure out into the region for the best craft beers in the state.
welcome to the bbq belt
Dotted along the backroads of our region is a culinary passage known as the BBQ Belt, featuring locally-owned BBQ joints that have been perfecting their craft for generations.
Celebrate the Songs of Summer
From soulful blues to authentic bluegrass and everything in between, our summer music scene is a whole vibe. Dreaming of a festival filled summer? Set your sights on Henderson.
View from the Ohio River bank 🌅
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Custom jewelry making or a five course meal at a winery.
Which are you choosing for your Val/Gal-entine’s Day?
Feb 4 <3 Couple Cooking Class @ the Henderson County Extension Expo Kitchen
Feb 5 <3 Flower Bar Pop Up@shoptheoliveleaf
Feb 6 <3 Galentine`s Cocoa Crawl @radiantsunboutique
Feb 7 <3 Hard Feelings Club Custom Engraved Valentine`s Jewelry Party @corkscrewcurio
Feb 7 <3 Downtown Henderson Cocoa Crawl @hendersonchamber
Feb 10 <3 Four Course Dinner @capncorkhendo
Feb 11 <3 Galentine`s Night Out @elite.downtown
Feb 12 <3 Will You Be My Galentine @beachbumfarms
Feb 14 <3 Three Course Lunch @farmerandfrenchman
Feb 14 <3 Five Course Dinner @farmerandfrenchman
Feb 14 <3 Valentine`s Day Dinner @thomasonsbbq
Feb 15 <3 The Poisoned Rose "The Art of Dying Love" @hendersonhaunts
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Henderson wishes you a Happy World Wetlands Day!
Our protected wetlands are home to some of the most biodiverse wildlife viewing in Kentucky. If you have not yet experienced them, we encourage you to plan a kayaking trip through the sloughs or keep an eye out for great blue herons along the ADA-accessible Audubon Wetland Boardwalk.
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LOCAL POURS • PT 2 🥃
Featuring @hometownrootsky
This stop takes us to Hometown Roots, known for its elevated Southern comfort food and top notch bourbon bar..
We sipped on the @rhythmriverdistillery Rivertown Paper Plane and the @silkvelvetwhiskey Midnight in Manhattan.
Can you guess where we’ll go next??
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We love seeing Henderson through your lens, and we’re excited to give you the chance to showcase your work through our Nature Photography Contest.
We’re seeking nature photos taken in Henderson County, Kentucky, including landscapes, wildlife, birds, and outdoor moments.
Entries will be judged by an anonymous juror from the @ohiovalleyartleague
By submitting, you grant the Henderson Tourist Commission permission to use your photo for promotional purposes, with credit. Entries that do not follow the rules may be disqualified.
Four winners will be announced on February 18, 2026. Each will receive a prize from the Depot Gift Shop and be featured on TourHendersonKY’s social media.
Full rules & categories are in the comments. We can’t wait to see what you capture!
What`s got you hyped for 2026?
For more events and info head to hendersonky.org/events
To publish an event to our website, click the link “Submit an Event” tab on our website.
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Snowmeggaden is on its way. Enjoy these wintery scenes from last year❄️☃️ If you’re in Henderson, KY, we hope you’re staying warm! Enjoy the snowy views and keep safety first!
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LOCAL POURS • PT 1 🥃
Featuring @capncorkhendo
We’re kicking off Local Pours, a series spotlighting bourbon cocktails made right here in Henderson, Kentucky. First stop: Cap & Cork. With one of the largest allocated bourbon collections in Western Kentucky, this one was a no-brainer.
We went in with two must-tries: the @silkvelvetwhiskey Cucumber Whiskey Sour and the @rhythmriverdistillery Pecan Maple Old Fashioned.
We’ll be back soon with our next Henderson Bourbon Cocktail video… stay tuned….
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The Henderson Hospitality Summit | May 13, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.
Henderson is setting an ambitious goal to become one of the most hospitable places in the world, and this summit marks the beginning of that vision.
The Henderson County Public Library, Henderson Chamber of Commerce, Henderson Economic Development, and the Henderson Tourist Commission are coming together to invite you to be part of something bigger. This summit is an opportunity to strengthen our culture of kindness, sharpen our sense of welcome, and celebrate the simple but powerful ways hospitality shapes a community.
We are excited to welcome keynote speaker Will Guidara, bestselling author of Unreasonable Hospitality and executive producer of the television series The Bear. His perspective on service, leadership, and human connection sets the tone for a summit built around intention and care.
For more information: https://bit.ly/HospitalitySummitInfo
For ticket information: https://bit.ly/HospitalitySummitTickets
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This makes us happy 🙂
Winter hiking may be chilly, but time outdoors is always worth while.
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Spending Valentine’s Day in Henderson, Kentucky? Here are five local favorites to check out.
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Winter time in Henderson, KY
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