Visit Murray, Kentucky

Visit Murray, Kentucky Named the Friendliest Small Town in America by Rand McNally and USA Today. http://www.tourmurray.com

Murray, Kentucky, located in Calloway County, is the home of Murray State University and is only a short drive from both Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes. Whether you have always lived in Murray, attend Murray State, are just here for a visit or are one of the many who chose to relocate to this certified retirement community, it feels like home. Recognized nationally, Murray has won numero

us awards including Playful City USA , 100 Best Communities for Young People and the Friendliest Small Town in America.

05/04/2026
Counting the days until Freedom Fest 🥰
05/01/2026

Counting the days until Freedom Fest 🥰

Citywide Yard Sale Maps are available now! 🎉Maps are $3 each and may be purchased with cash or check in person, or throu...
04/30/2026

Citywide Yard Sale Maps are available now! 🎉

Maps are $3 each and may be purchased with cash or check in person, or through PayPal online here: tinyurl.com/MKYMap

Map sale hours are:
Thursday & Friday: 8 AM - 4 PM
Saturday: 7 - 9 AM

Stop by our office at 206 S. 4th St. to buy your map and start planning your yard sale stops.

Special thanks to The Lane Report for highlighting the MKY!Murray was recently named in the Top 3 for USA TODAY's 10Best...
04/28/2026

Special thanks to The Lane Report for highlighting the MKY!

Murray was recently named in the Top 3 for USA TODAY's 10Best "Best Small College Town" Readers' Choice Awards.

We are so proud to call this place home. 💛💙

The city of Murray, Kentucky, home of Murray State University, has been named among the top three best small college towns in the United States, according to a USA Today online readers poll.

🚨 Applications for the Spring Citywide Yard Sale are due TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 28th by 4 pm! 🚨Applications can be fou...
04/27/2026

🚨 Applications for the Spring Citywide Yard Sale are due TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 28th by 4 pm! 🚨

Applications can be found online at tinyurl.com/MurrayCWYS or in our office at 206 S 4th St.

Once your application and $10 fee have been submitted to our office, you'll be featured on the ultimate treasure map. 🗺️

Maps will be available for download online, or you can pick up a printed copy at our office starting Thursday, April 30, for $3 each.

Indie Bookstore Day is this Saturday, and we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite spots in the MKY to slow down and get l...
04/23/2026

Indie Bookstore Day is this Saturday, and we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite spots in the MKY to slow down and get lost in a good book. 📚

From cozy corners to quiet outdoor escapes, there’s no shortage of places to settle in and stay awhile.

Stop by Bolin Books, find your next read, and tag us in your favorite reading spot. 📍🩵

📍The Doran Arboretum at Murray State University
📍Future Grounds Tea & Coffee House
📍Murray State University
📍Calloway County Public Library
📍Shaffer Coffee Co.

Ben Sollee is playing at MSU Lovett Live on April 29th! Ben Sollee bares his soul through his music, and the love he car...
04/22/2026

Ben Sollee is playing at MSU Lovett Live on April 29th!

Ben Sollee bares his soul through his music, and the love he carries for Kentucky can be felt in every note. If you haven't had the honor of hearing Ben live, we can't recommend it enough. 🥰

Grab your tickets: tinyurl.com/MKYSollee

Murray State University Murray State University Music Department WKMS

04/21/2026

Counting down the days! 🍓🍑

Hey, Racer families! Welcome to the MKY. 🥳We’re set up at Murray State’s RNO this morning with tons of swag and we’ll be...
04/21/2026

Hey, Racer families! Welcome to the MKY. 🥳

We’re set up at Murray State’s RNO this morning with tons of swag and we’ll be back this afternoon at 2:00 and 2:45 for sessions all about the MKY.

We. Can’t. Wait. 🤭🤩
04/20/2026

We. Can’t. Wait. 🤭🤩

One month from today The Valley baseball tournament comes to The MKY ⚾️

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Murray State University All Campus Sing is tomorrow! 🤩Who will you be cheering on from the lawn?📸: Kappa Delta at Murray...
04/17/2026

Murray State University All Campus Sing is tomorrow! 🤩

Who will you be cheering on from the lawn?

📸: Kappa Delta at Murray State University

Address

206 S 4th Street
Murray, KY
42071

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18006511603

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