HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – If you’re looking to support local musicians, buy tickets for a concert in town, or just have some background music for your weekend hang, there are several places in and near Hopkinsville to check out.

Camo Caravan

In their new downtown location, this popular locally owned restaurant is utilizing their large outdoor patio for impressive live performances by rock bands and solo artists most weekends. Inside the restaurant patrons can grab a handcrafted burger or any of their hearty menu items like loaded hot dogs and chicken sandwiches.

Follow Camo Caravan on social media for upcoming live performances.

Camo Caravan prepares for soft opening at new downtown location. Dec. 29, 2025 (Daynnah Carmona)

Hopkinsville Brewing Company

This locally owned brewery in downtown Hopkinsville frequently welcomes in a variety of musicians ranging from jazz to acoustic sets in the taproom. The growing indoor/outdoor space is a five-barrel nano-brewery owned by two Army veterans, with the Pints & Pizza food truck always on site for eats.

Follow the Hopkinsville Brewing Company on social media for upcoming live performances.

Hopkinsville Brewing Company. Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023. (Lily Russell)

Alhambra Theater

For a more formal live music experience, this historic theater in downtown Hopkinsville curates a diverse selection of artists for ticketed performances during their LIVE season. Performances range from country music to Celtic, bluegrass, Motown and more along with their Jazz on Stage series. The nearly 100-year-old theater has comfortable seating and a balcony with concessions and drinks available.

See a full calendar of events and purchase tickets on the Pennyroyal Arts Council website.

Alhambra Theater from the balcony. (Lily Russell)

Book & Bottle Shop

For a more relaxing atmosphere, head over to this bookstore and wine bar located in the heart of downtown. Their intimate stage inside the shop invites in local performers a few times a month for piano music, jazz or acoustic performances where people can enjoy, sip and relax.

Find their calendar of events on the Book & Bottle Shop website.

Book & Bottle Shop ribbon cutting in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Nov. 12, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)

Casey Jones Distillery

The community is regularly invited out to the distillery to take a tour and have a taste while enjoying live music surrounded by the Christian County landscape. During the summer they host Casey’s ‘Til Late where they have extended hours with food trucks and live music every weekend.

Find their full calendar of events on the Casey Jones Distillery website.

Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. April 1, 2024. (Daynnah Carmona)

Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel

Equipped with an outdoor amphitheater right on the racetrack as well as an indoor venue, several big named artists and bands have traveled through Oak Grove for epic ticketed concerts. If you’re willing to travel outside of Hoptown to the state line, you’ll find this large venue. For something more lowkey, every Friday and Saturday night they feature artists inside at the Sports Bar.

Find a schedule of upcoming concerts on the Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel website.

Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel, July 7, 2023. (Wesley Irvin)

MB Roland Distillery

Just outside of Hopkinsville in southern Christian County is this locally owned distillery that has a disk golf course, tours, tastings and often has live music performances. Most recently this veteran owned business has welcomed bands for Pickin’ n’ Sippin’ this summer and are no stranger to music in the past.

Find upcoming live performances on the MB Roland Distillery social media page.

MB Roland whiskey barrels. Oak Grove, Kentucky. Dec. 11, 2023. (Daynnah Carmona)

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