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 the magic of the spring season 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.
The riverfront is rocking! You coming or what?
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DAY 3 of the WC Handy Blues & BBQ Festival begins in less than three hours! Rain or shine, the blues play on!
🎷Pack a poncho! Umbrellas aren’t allowed inside the festival.
🪗Bring a chair! Blankets and puddles don’t mix.
💃Rock those rainboots and keep your two-steppin toes dry!
😊Most importantly, bring your good vibes.
Handy’s still the hottest ticket in town, even with a little drizzle in the mix!
Can`t wait to see ya there!
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Hope you found your groove out there 🕺🏼We sure did!! @handyblues
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@handyblues NIGHT 2!! ZYDECO NIGHT!!
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Throwing it back to the 2024 Street Strut Parade. Ready to top it? The 2025 parade kicks off this Saturday at 10am so come strut your stuff.
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NIGHT 1 is here! 🎶 The WC Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival kicks off tonight! Music, food, and good vibes await!
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Who’s ready?! 🎶 The WC Handy Blues Festival kicks off TODAY at 5 PM in Audubon Mill Park, right here in Henderson, Kentucky! Four days of free live music, food, and riverfront vibes. Running through Saturday!! don’t miss a minute!
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#hendersonky #wchandyblues
These kiddos are exploring the hidden wonders of Audubon State Park through our magical gnome scavenger hunt! 🧚💫
What if we told you there are ten gnomes in the park right now?
Each one has a tiny ✨magical✨ door, and the riddles will lead you straight to them!
Want to be featured on @tourhendersonky?
Send us your photos of your Henderson adventures and you just might see yourself on our page!
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You coming? WC Handy Fest starts TOMORROW!!!
June 11-14!!! @handyblues
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What if we told you wetlands are some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems on Earth? 🌎 🐛🐢
Right here in Henderson, we’re home to two of these wildlife hubs! The Audubon Wetlands and The Sloughs WMA. Both are known for their towering cypress trees and incredible birdwatching opportunities!
#Hendersonky #SloughsWMA #AudubonWetlands
SPOTTED! Man`s best friend helps hunt secret gnome doors in the Audubon Forest! 🐶🧚♂️ Everybody, say hi to gnome hunter Gracie!
Have you seen a gnome door in Audubon? Send us your photos for a chance to be featured on @tourhendersonky socials ✨
#hendersonky #GnomesofAudubonForest
PorchFest is tomorrow! Bring your lawn chair, fill up on food truck food, and listen to some good strumming music!
Music LIVE @ 5-8pm!
Lineup:
🎹Soul N the Pocket
🎻King’s Highway
🌳Latasha Shemwell
🏡The Flemings
🎶Southbound 41
🥁The Sellouts
🌷Maggie Hollis
🎤E.J. Simmons
#hendersonky #SongsofSummer #DowntownHendersonPorchFest
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