HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – This Labor Day weekend, there are a few events going on around Christian County to check out. Grab some barbecue or see a concert in Oak Grove, check out the art scene in downtown Hopkinsville, or party at Founders Square during a new event.

Art After Dark

  • Where: Downtown Hopkinsville
  • When: Aug. 28 at 4 p.m.
  • Cost: Free
  • Details: Experience arts, culture, and entertainment in Downtown Hopkinsville! Participating businesses will be hosting local artists and musicians showcasing their work – stroll from one location to the next, grab a bite to eat, visit the Farmers Market, and enjoy everything Downtown Hopkinsville has to offer.

Loverboy concert

  • Where: Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel
  • When: Friday, Aug. 29 at 8 p.m.
  • Cost: Ticket prices start at $46
  • Details: For more than 40 years, Loverboy has been delighting audiences around the world since forming in 1978. With their trademark red leather pants, bandannas, big rock sound and high-energy live shows, they has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide.

BBQ fundraiser in Oak Grove

  • Where: Oak Grove Community Center
  • When: Aug. 30 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
  • Cost: $15 per plate
  • Details: Join the city for the Fort Campbell Masonic Lodge 946 Annual BBQ Fundraiser. They will be serving up plates of pulled pork, quarter chicken, or pork and chicken together. Enjoy a meal while supporting a beloved community tradition that has been running for over 50 years. All proceeds to toward community projects and lodge initiatives.

Free Housing Workshop

  • Where: Pennyrile Area Development District
  • When: Saturday, Aug. 30 from 8 a.m.- 1p.m.
  • Cost: Free
  • Details: This free training is for everyone, including residents, renters and buyers, property managers, landlords, real estate agents, lenders and social service organizations. Know your rights and learn how to recognize housing discrimination. Also learn about your options for homeownership. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Hoptown at Night

  • Where: Founders Square in downtown Hopkinsville
  • When: Saturday, Aug. 30 at 6 p.m.
  • Cost: Free plus cost of food
  • Details: This fun event downtown will feature live music from Soul in the Pocket, beats by DJ Prep, and community favorite food trucks. People are also encouraged to bring their cowboy boots and fans for some line dancing.

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