Jul 4: Ellis Park Opening Day, Ellis Park Race Course, 3300 US 41N, Henderson, KY. Live horse racing begins at Ellis Park & will continue through Labor Day! First post at 12:40pm. Subject to change, call for updated info: 1-800-333-8110, 270-826-0608, info@ellisparkracing.com or www.ellisparkracing.com

 

Jul 4: Independence Bank 4th of July Celebration, Henderson Riverfront. Live Music by Lindsey Williams and Keith Vincent. Food Music, Concessions, 6-9pm, Fireworks at 9pm. Info: 270-826-0016 or  www.downtownhenderson.org

 

Jul 7-11: Henderson County Fair, Henderson County Fairgrounds, 568 Airline Road. There's lots to do, including tractor pulls, pageants and more! Info: 270-860-0575

 

Jul 10, 17, 24: DHP Summer Concert Series featuring many performers, Henderson Riverfront. Fridays 7-9pm. Sponsored by Downtown Henderson Project. Info: 270-827-0016 or www.downtownhenderson.org

 

Jul 11: Funny Cide Day at Ellis Park, Ellis Park Race Course, 3300 US 41N, Henderson, KY. 2003 Derby winner, Funny Cide, will be at Ellis Park greeting fans. Hours: All day. Subject to change, call for updated info: 1-800-333-8110, 812-435-8906, info@ellisparkracing.com or www.ellisparkracing.com

 

Jul 11: Camel & Ostrich Races at Ellis Park, Ellis Park Race Course, 3300 US 41N, Henderson, KY. Races begin at 12:40 (camel and ostrich races scheduled between regular races). Subject to change, call for updated info: 1-800-333-8110, 812-435-8906, info@ellisparkracing.com or www.ellisparkracing.com

 

Jul 14: "Kentucky Champion Trees," Kentucky Department of Forestry, Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, Owensboro, KY. Program begins at 11:30am followed by an optional stroll in the Garden at 12:30pm. Cost is $10 for members and $12 for non-members. Please Reserve Your Place by calling The Garden at 270-852-8925. Info: www.wkbg.org

 

Jul 16-19: Annual Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally & Races for Charity, Union County Fair Grounds, Sturgis, KY. 3pm Jul 16-Sunday, Jul 19th. Info: 270-333-9316, www.littlesturgisrally.net or sturgisrally@bellsouth.net

 

Jul 17: Adult Artists Retreat, Audubon Museum, John James Audubon State Park, Henderson, KY. Beginning to advanced artists are welcome to join us at the monthly Audubon “Artists Retreats”. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. Time: 9:00-3:00 Pre-registration is required. Bring your own art and supplies. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum at 270-827-1893 or kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.

 

Jul 25: Weiner Dog Races, Ellis Park Race Course, 3300 US 41N, Henderson, KY. 5 weiner dog races will be held with the final heat crowning a grand champion. Proceeds will benefit a local non-profit organization. 10:15am-11:30am. There will be another day of weiner dog races held Aug 22. Subject to change, call for updated info: 1-800-333-8110, 812-435-8906, info@ellisparkracing.com or www.ellisparkracing.com