Owen County, KY Tourism

08/11/2026

🍂 Sweet Owen Day is shaping up to be a FULL day of fun! 🍂

Make plans to join us Saturday, September 19 in downtown Owenton for a day packed with some of our favorite Sweet Owen Day traditions!

Start your morning with pancakes, lace up for the 5K, cheer on the Fastest Kid in Town, shop our local vendors, catch the co****le tournament, and enjoy live music all afternoon!

📍 Courthouse Square | Owenton, KY
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ Festivities begin bright and early!

Save the schedule, share it with your friends, and plan to spend Sweet Owen Day with us!

07/20/2026

It is Rodeo Week here in Owenton! Make your plans today and we will see you this weekend! Lone Star Rodeo Company Wide Open No Fear

IT'S RODEO WEEK!

The countdown is over, and the Wide Open No Fear Rodeo is almost here! Dust off your boots, grab your hat, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend packed with heart-pounding rodeo action, lightning-fast Chuck Wagon Racing, great food, family fun, and memories you'll be talking about long after the last bull leaves the arena!

06/28/2026

Thanks to the hard work of some great people this mural was able to be saved. Stay tuned for the progress!

06/16/2026

Small-town charm, classic nostalgia, and one of Owen County's most beloved traditions returns this Saturday, June 20th!

Mayberry Day has grown from a simple idea into a regional attraction that brings visitors from across Kentucky and beyond to experience the magic of downtown Owenton. From themed storefronts and live entertainment to family fun and unique contests, there's a reason this event has become a summer favorite.

We've shared the story behind how Mayberry Day began, how it has evolved over the years, and what you can expect at this year's celebration but you'll have to read the full article to get all the details!

Check it out now on the Sweet Owen website and start planning your Saturday in "Mayberry."
https://www.sweetowenmag.com/post/welcome-to-mayberry-owenton-edition

Will we see you on the square? Tag Sweet Owen Magazine for a chance to be featured in the "Summer Rewind" section of the Fall Edition!

06/11/2026

Summer days are upon us and we are gearing up for a weekend full of rodeo action!

Be sure to mark your calendars for July 24 & 25 and come on out to enjoy the Wide Open No Fear Rodeo presented by Owen County Tourism

06/01/2026

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