The KY Lake Paddle Up is a family-friendly paddle event sponsored in partnership by The City of Calvert City, the Calvert Area Development Association (CADA), and the Tennessee RiverLine. Paddlers are invited to the 2025 KY Lake Fall Paddle Up on Saturday, October 4, launching at 9 a.m. from Sledd Creek Boat Ramp and finishing at the Kentucky Dam Village Beach Boat Ramp.

Participants are asked to have kayaks at Sledd Creek by 8:30 a.m. Please coordinate with a friend so one vehicle is staged at the Kentucky Dam Village Beach Boat Ramp before launch. Drop kayaks at Sledd Creek (event staff will monitor boats), then take a vehicle to the Kentucky Dam Village Beach Boat Ramp so your car is waiting at the take-out.

This year’s Paddle Up offers two routes/experiences:

Leisure Paddle: A relaxed, self-paced float from Sledd Creek to the Kentucky Dam Village Beach Boat Ramp.
Exploratory Geology Paddle: Join local geology enthusiast John Tilson along the Kentucky Lake shoreline to learn about visible rock formations and fossils on the way to the take-out.

Marshall County Rescue Squad will be on-site, floating alongside the group. All paddlers are required to wear a life jacket and know how to swim. A brief safety course will be held before the launch of the group.

Thank you to Pathway Baptist Church for providing a shuttle to and from take-out and launch.

Event Schedule:
Checkin: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Safety and Overview: 8:45 AM
Shuttle Service: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Paddle Day Take-off: 9:00 AM
Door Prize Drawing and Lunch Voucher – Upon completion of the paddle at approximately 11:00 AM.

For questions, contact Calvert City via social media, call 270-395-7138, or email info@calvertcityky.gov.

Time

(Saturday) 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Location

Kentucky Dam Village

113 Administration Dr, Gilbertsville, Kentucky 42044

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sat04oct10:00 am6:00 pmCC River Folk Fest 202510:00 am - 6:00 pm Memorial Park

Event Details

The beloved CC River Folk Fest is back this fall, bringing two days of toe-tapping bluegrass, community spirit, and family fun to Memorial Park in Calvert City. The festival is free and open to the public, offering a welcoming atmosphere for all ages to enjoy live music, local flavor, and the vibrant culture of Western Kentucky.

Residents and visitors alike are invited to bring their lawn chairs and settle in for an unforgettable music experience. The festival will feature talented regional and national acts, from open stage jams to headline performances, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

Event Schedule

Friday, October 3 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Open Stage Jam – 5:30 PM
Dalton Harper Band – 7:00 PM

Saturday, October 4 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Creekwater Collective – 12:00 PM
Ashley Graham – 1:30 PM
Caroline Owens – 3:00 PM
Volume Five – 4:30 PM

Vendors and Kids’ Activities

October 3 | 5–8 PM

Free Inflatables 5-7 PM
Arts and Craft Vendors 5-8 PM
Food Trucks 5-8 PM

October 4 | 11 AM–6 PM

Free Inflatables 11 AM – 6 PM
Food Trucks 11-6 PM
Arts and Craft Vendors 11 AM – 6 PM
Free Barnyard Buddies Petting Zoo 12 PM – 6 PM

Community Support

The City of Calvert City extends its appreciation to event sponsors Calvert Area Development Association, State Farm, Hilary Washer, 50’s Cafe, and Jackson Purchase Bluegrass Association for making this festival possible.

Festival Details at a Glance

What: CC River Folk Fest – Free Bluegrass & Family Fun
When: October 3–4, 2025
Where: Memorial Park, Calvert City, KY
Cost: Free & open to the public
What to Bring: Lawn chairs, family, friends, and your love of music

For more information about CC River Folk Fest, visit the Facebook event page HERE!

If you would like to register as a vendor, click HERE!

Time

(Saturday) 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Location

Memorial Park

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mon06oct5:30 pmParks Board Meeting5:30 pm CT City Hall, Council ChamberEvent Type :Calvert City Meetings

tue07oct6:00 pmYoga in the Park6:00 pm Civic Center