Welcome to
Paducah
At the heart of America's inland waterways, you'll find a sophisticated rivertown that inspires. Paducah, Kentucky is a confluence of cultural heritage and creativity where art is a way of life.
A designated UNESCO Creative City, Paducah is gaining acclaim as a destination for those who crave rich, authentic cultural experiences. Find your inspiration here!

Creative City
Things to Do
Events
Aug
06
- Aug 6, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025
Pay tribute to Paducah's African American heritage during the annual 8th of August Emancipation…
Whiles I Yet Live: Matriarchy and Generational Exchange in Gee’s Bend
- Aug 2, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025
The Wastelanders Summer Solstice Show
- Aug 2, 2025 - Aug 6, 2025
Paducah's Downtown Farmers' Market 2025
- Aug 2, 2025 - Oct 11, 2025
Creative City Stories
"We Love Paducah!" A Visitor's View of Paducah Creative City
Laughter, along with a few shouts, came from the nearby grassy lawn. Off in the distance, wispy clouds gently floated towards the horizon with a beautiful blue Western Kentucky sky just overhead. I sat at a wrought iron café table…