The Carson Center for the Performing Arts
Paducah, KY
100 Kentucky Avenue 42003
VENUE GUIDE
The Carson Center for the Performing Arts
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts
Make the event easier by staying close to The Carson Center for the Performing Arts and the surrounding Paducah area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
The 1857 Hotel
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.7 (600 reviews)
The Respite Bed & Breakfast
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.9 (129 reviews)
Holiday Inn Paducah Riverfront by IHG
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (1,415 reviews)
Paducah 1895 Washington Hotel and Spa
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (173 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About The Carson Center for the Performing Arts & the Area
The Carson Center for the Performing Arts is an event venue in Paducah, 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 The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Cynthia's Ristorante
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to The Carson Center for the Performing Arts.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (320 reviews)
Freight House
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The Carson Center for the Performing Arts.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,264 reviews)
Max's Brick Oven Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The Carson Center for the Performing Arts.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (539 reviews)
Mi Lindo Michoacan Downtown Mexican Restaurant
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (72 reviews)
Doe's Eat Place
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,786 reviews)
Stella's
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (310 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Bully Gorilla Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (171 reviews)
The Foxbriar Cocktail Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (77 reviews)
Barrel & Bond
0.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (210 reviews)
Johnson Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (196 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Etcetera Squared
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (186 reviews)
Etcetera Coffeehouse
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,140 reviews)
The House of Ross Coffee Bar and Cigar lounge LLC.
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (67 reviews)
Artisan Kitchen
1.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (366 reviews)
McDonald's
2.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (1,530 reviews)
Pipers Tea & Coffee
2.6 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (497 reviews)
Museums
ICRR Mikado 1518 Steam Locomotive on Display
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (15 reviews)
River Discovery Center
0.1 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (239 reviews)
Attractions
Paducah Railroad Museum
0.1 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (115 reviews)
Historic Riverfront
0.1 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,746 reviews)
William Clark Market House Museum
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (56 reviews)
Paducah Wall to Wall
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (361 reviews)
The National Quilt Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,907 reviews)
St Francis de Sales Catholic Church
0.4 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (114 reviews)
Shopping
Paducah Square
1.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The Carson Center for the Performing Arts.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (588 reviews)
Cardinal Point Shopping Center
2.3 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (217 reviews)
Paducah Town Center
2.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The Carson Center for the Performing Arts.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (993 reviews)
Hannan Plaza
3.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (939 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Cynthia's Ristorante
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (320 reviews)
Freight House
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,264 reviews)
Max's Brick Oven Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (539 reviews)
Mi Lindo Michoacan Downtown Mexican Restaurant
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (72 reviews)
Doe's Eat Place
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,786 reviews)
Stella's
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (310 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Bully Gorilla Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (171 reviews)
The Foxbriar Cocktail Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (77 reviews)
Barrel & Bond
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (210 reviews)
Johnson Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near The Carson Center for the Performing Arts after the show or game.
Today: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (196 reviews)
Getting to The Carson Center for the Performing Arts
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to The Carson Center for the Performing Arts in Paducah, KY. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
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