Get ready, fandom lovers! OMG!con, the region’s premier pop culture, anime, and gaming convention, returns to the Owensboro Convention Center from June 20 – 22 for its biggest celebration yet—marking 20 incredible years of fandom fun, community, and creativity! This three-day, family-friendly event welcomes attendees of all ages and interests, bringing together fans of anime,…

This Mother’s Day, honor the most important woman in your life with a delightful dining experience as OVG presents the 11th Annual Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11 from 11am-2pm at the Owensboro Convention Center. Guests will dine in the third-floor ballrooms, offering picturesque riverfront views while enjoying a chef crafted buffet featuring indulgent favorites…

Tying the knot this year or just starting the exciting journey of planning your special day?  Come connect with trusted area wedding experts who can help bring your dream “I Do” to life as OVG, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, presents the 11th Annual Your Perfect Day Wedding Show on…

Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Come delight your taste buds with a chef-inspired four-course meal, expertly paired with wines and spirits when OVG, Venue Management for the Owensboro Convention Center, presents Cork & Cuisine, Passionate Pairings on Friday, February 14 at 6PM! Indulge in a decadent dining experience plus have a…

The Owensboro Convention Center is brimming with festive fun and family-friendly excitement this weekend!  From gliding across the ice over the Ohio River to enjoying a delicious breakfast with Santa, and even stepping back in time to meet life-sized dinosaurs, there’s something for everyone! Enjoy a merry good time “on ice” at Energy On Ice!…

Oak View Group, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, invites guests to celebrate the season with some outdoor fun! Energy On Ice – sponsored by Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Atmos Energy, Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, and the Staton Family Foundation – returns just in time for the holidays!  The 80×60 synthetic…

In a shifting trend across Kentucky’s convention industry, state associations are choosing Owensboro as their recurring destination, opting for multi-year agreements over traditional rotational schedules. Historically, associations have often moved their events around the state, but the rising costs of hosting conventions and the growing importance of value and convenience are prompting a new approach.…

He’s making a list and checking it twice! Santa Claus is coming to town! Oak View Group, the provider of Venue Management for the Owensboro Convention Center, is excited to present the 7th Annual Breakfast with Santa, sponsored by German American Bank and The Country Station 92.5 WBKR. Families are invited to enjoy a holly…

Oak View Group, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, is honored to announce that the publishers of ConventionSouth, the national multimedia resource for planning events in the South, have presented the Owensboro Convention Center with a 2024 Readers’ Choice Award. “ConventionSouth readers and fans have once again voted to decide the…

Oak View Group, the venue management partner for the Owensboro Convention Center, is proud to announce that Exhibitor Group has named the venue a 2025 Centers of Excellence Award winner. This prestigious accolade from Exhibitor Group, which produces both EXHIBITOR magazine and Find It Marketplace, the buyer’s guide to trade show products and services, launched…