- TripBuzz found 21 things to do with kids in or near Owensboro, Kentucky, including 6 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Claus, Rockport, Evansville and Tell City.
- From Smothers Park to Travis Aubrey Skate Park, the Owensboro area offers 41 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Botanical Gardens, Movie Theaters and Theaters.
- Nicknamed the BBQ capital of the world, Owensboro, KY is the fourth largest city in the state with a population of almost 60,000 people. Named one of the top 20 southern cities and an All-American City, Owensboro is a lively community with much to do, including the annual BBQ festival, River of Music Party, and the PumpkinFest.
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Dig into hearty dishes such as breaded veal, roast beef with gravy, and pork chops at this eatery
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The Smothers Park has fountains which put on a show every 15 minutes; it also has a waterfall. Playgrounds, a spray park and snack stands are also found on its premises.
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An adventure park, the Travis Aubrey Skate Park includes ramps and plenty of space for inline skating and skateboarding. BMX bikers are also welcome and safety equipment and gear is encouraged.
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Reid's Orchard is a farm that produces apples, cherries, peaches, pears, blackberries, and a wide variety of vegetables. The farm features a play area for kids, and is available for event rentals.
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Made up of just over 150 acres, Yellow Creek Park in Owensboro, Kentucky is home to a softball complex, nature trails, basketball courts, picnic shelters and tennis courts. A spray park, disc golf course and playground round out the amenities.
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The Panther Creek Park has plenty of trails, making it suited for both hikers and wildlife watchers. It also has picnic shelters, a butterfly garden and a 6 acre lake, among others.
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Led by an expert local tour guide, Haunts of Owensboro is a haunted historic walking tour of the downtown area. During the tours, guests travel to several historic landmark buildings and learn about the ghost stories from nearby.
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Covering 23.75 acres, the Legion Park has playgrounds, a ½ mile long paved trail, picnic areas, a basketball court and one tennis court.
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Visitors can enjoy variety of recreational activities as well as find about information about community events at Owensboro City of. This facility features a pool and a gymnasium for programs like adult volleyball and Tae-Kwon-Do.
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Malco Cinema Twelve is a local movie theater that shows its guests the latest Hollywood film releases. The theater includes a number of amenities for its guests, including matinee specials, concessions, and theater rentals, among others.
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220 Daviess Street, Owensboro, KY 42303
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The Owensboro Area Museum of Science & History is housed within a historic 19th century building. The museum has a $3.00 admission fee per person and is best known for the indoor playground titled 'The Owensboro Rotary Playzeum'.