HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – There are a variety of events spread throughout Christian County and Hopkinsville this weekend including a concert at the Alhambra Theater, police officers running the length of Christian County, a spring festival at Brushy Fork Creek Gallery and more.
- Where: Crofton Volunteer Fire Department
- When: April 18, 7 a.m.
- Cost: $5 per person
- Details: Community pancake breakfast with opportunities to meet local firefighters, tour fire trucks and learn more about the department while eating pancakes, sausage and a drink.
Thin Blue Run: Honoring Their Stories, Protecting Their Tomorrows
- Where: Founders Square in downtown Hopkinsville, Valor Hall in Oak Grove
- When: April 18
- Cost: Free
- Details: Police officers will run the length of Christian County with the public invited to meet them along the way. Community members can gather at Founders Square to cheer on participants and join a short walk, with food trucks and family-friendly activities planned. The finish line will be set up in Oak Grove at Valor Hall.
- Where: Blush and Bashful Romance Bookshop
- When: April 18, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Details: Meet author Autumn Kaufer during an in-store book signing featuring copies of her titles, including limited exclusive editions available while supplies last.
Spring Festival at Brushy Fork Creek Studio & Gallery
- Where: Brushy Fork Creek Gallery in Crofton
- When: April 18, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and April 19 from 1-5 p.m.
- Cost: Not specified
- Details: Festival featuring live music, guest artists, artisan vendors and homemade refreshments, with artists including blacksmithing, Chinese brush painting and multimedia art. Hosted by Brushy Fork Creek Gallery.
- Where: Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library
- When: April 18, 12–2 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Details: Regency-themed tea party inspired by Bridgerton, featuring tea, food, games and a costume contest. Ages 18 and older; registration required.
Western Kentucky State Fair Car Show
- Where: Western Kentucky State Fairgrounds
- When: April 18, 2–6 p.m.
- Cost: $2 admission for spectators
- Details: Community fair featuring family-friendly activities, vendors, and entertainment. Hosted by Western Kentucky State Fair.
- Where: Alhambra Theatre
- When: April 18, 7 p.m.
- Cost: $35–50
- Details: Live tribute concert celebrating the music of Sade, featuring vocalist Shana Tucker with the Christian Tamburr Trio. Hosted by Pennyroyal Arts Council.
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