Owensboro Convention Center
Owensboro, KY
501 West 2nd Street 42301
VENUE GUIDE
Owensboro Convention Center
Plan more than your event at Owensboro Convention Center. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
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Venue Details
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STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Owensboro Convention Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Owensboro Convention Center and the surrounding Owensboro area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Owensboro
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (58 reviews)
Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (1,262 reviews)
Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,060 reviews)
Greenfield Inn & Suites Owensboro, KY Airport
2.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (655 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Owensboro Convention Center & the Area
Owensboro Convention Center is an event venue in Owensboro, KY. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Owensboro Convention Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Lure Seafood & Grille
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (724 reviews)
Burger Theory Owensboro
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Owensboro Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (278 reviews)
The Brew Bridge
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Owensboro Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (313 reviews)
Big Whiskey’s - Owensboro
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Owensboro Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (465 reviews)
Fetta Specialty Pizza & Spirits
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,085 reviews)
Colby's Fine Food & Spirits
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,289 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
SIP Wine Room
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Owensboro Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (81 reviews)
The Pub on Second
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (92 reviews)
Pub House
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (52 reviews)
Shiloh's Lounge & Grill
1.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (170 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Kahawa Java
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Owensboro Convention Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (101 reviews)
Gramps Coffee & Donuts
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (399 reviews)
Colby's Deli & Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (129 reviews)
The Creme Coffee House
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (841 reviews)
Red Swing Coffee
1.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (36 reviews)
Deloris's Cafe
1.6 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (439 reviews)
Museums
Nicky Hayden Memorial
0.0 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Owensboro Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (13 reviews)
Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (553 reviews)
Attractions
Owensboro Museum of Science and History
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (442 reviews)
Kentucky Mirror Mosiac
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (11 reviews)
Kendall-Perkins Park
0.5 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (175 reviews)
Owensboro Museum of Fine Art
0.6 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (125 reviews)
James Mason Park
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (15 reviews)
English Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (702 reviews)
Shopping
Wesleyan Park Plaza
1.8 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (414 reviews)
Fountain Square
2.4 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (81 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Owensboro Convention Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Lure Seafood & Grille
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Owensboro Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (724 reviews)
Burger Theory Owensboro
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Owensboro Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (278 reviews)
The Brew Bridge
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (313 reviews)
Big Whiskey’s - Owensboro
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (465 reviews)
Fetta Specialty Pizza & Spirits
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Owensboro Convention Center.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,085 reviews)
Don Mario's
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Owensboro Convention Center.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (447 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
SIP Wine Room
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (81 reviews)
The Pub on Second
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (92 reviews)
Pub House
0.6 mi from the venue
Drinks near Owensboro Convention Center after the show or game.
Today: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (52 reviews)
Shiloh's Lounge & Grill
1.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (170 reviews)
Getting to Owensboro Convention Center
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Transit
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Owensboro Convention Center. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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