Evansville Living City View 2023

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PRESIDENT,

Todd A. Tucker

EDITORIAL

Jodi Keen

Managing Editor

John Martin

Senior Writer

Maggie Valenti

Staff Writer

DESIGN

Laura Mathis

Creative Director

Morgan Dean

Graphic Designer and Advertising Administrator

ADVERTISING

Jessica Hoffman

Senior Account Executive

Jennifer Rhoades

Senior Account Executive

Logen Sitzman

Sales and Marketing Coordinator

CIRCULATION

Gregg Martin

Distribution and Circulation Manager

CONTRIBUTORS

Tom Barrows, Evansville Aerial, Steve Geis, Jo Ann Learman, Alex Morgan, Meghan Stratton, Zach Straw

TUCKER PUBLISHING GROUP

Todd A Tucker President

Kristen K. Tucker

Vice President

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YOUR GUIDE TO LIFE IN EVANSVILLE

WELCOME TO EVANSVILLE, INDIANA. We are happy you’re here — as a resident, employee, student, or visitor — and reading City View 2023. Our goal is to show, in a single publication, a slice of life right here in our River City. Across these pages, experience for yourself what makes Evansville — a 211-year-old city on a horseshoe bend along the Ohio River — a vibrant, active destination.

Dive in and discover resources and guides to make the most of your shopping and dining experiences here. Play at our many recreation facilities and explore our broad cultural sites. Stay on top of the latest happenings and developments around town. Test your Evansville trivia on facts, popular and obscure, and then celebrate all the ways our city is unique in our feature story, “The ABCs of Evansville” (page 44).

With this magazine, you have a key that unlocks the best that Evansville and the immediate area have to offer. Immerse yourself in an eclectic food scene, set off on an adventure, and pack your calendar with fun activities. No matter your interests, our bend in the river has a place for you. From all of us at Tucker Publishing Group, welcome to Evansville!

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Around the Bend

HIDDEN GEM

The region has its share of beautiful scenery, including the impeccably manicured landscaping at Igleheart Gardens. The 1930s chateau designed by Edward J. Thole for the Edgar Igleheart family is surrounded by 25 acres dotted with bright phlox, fountains, dozens of variations of azaleas, heirloom peonies, a bird sanctuary, and holly, magnolia, and maple trees. The property is privately owned by a trust but regularly hosts garden clubs and visiting horticulturists.

PHOTO BY KRISTEN K. TUCKER

LAND THAT WE LOVE

Evansville and the surrounding areas offer uncompromised beauty

From sunsets over the Ohio River and sweeping farmland vistas to historic stadiums and eclectic art installations, the scenery in and around Evansville is breathtaking, colorful, and worth a second glance.

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1. The “Kitchen Canister Grain Bins” on Caborn Road near the intersection with U.S. Hwy. 62 in Posey County are a curious roadside attraction. 2. Evansville’s former Greyhound station glows with a future as vibrant as its transportation heyday. 3. Fireworks illuminate the Beaux Arts architecture of the clock tower of the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse. 4. The Milky Way alights above the banks of the Wabash River near New Harmony, Indiana. 5. Mature trees display rich autumn colors at the State Hospital Park on Lincoln Avenue. 6. The Tri-State countryside is dotted with historic farm buildings, like this red brick barn in Henderson, Kentucky. 7. Hazelton, Indiana’s Azalea Path Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is awash in more than 3,000 colorful azaleas. 8. Water enthusiasts enjoy beautiful views while fishing, kayaking, and canoeing at Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area in Chandler, Indiana. 9. The winding trails at the University of Southern Indiana slice through rolling hills and open fields. 10. Historic buildings like the Old Post Office mix with new housing developments such as Post House in Downtown Evansville.

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HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW EVANSVILLE?

Think you’re a River City trivia expert? Put it to the test!

By Jodi Keen

1. Evansville native Matt Williams is best known for creating which TV sitcoms?

2. Fill in the blank: Evansville once was known as the ________ Capital of the World.

3. In a 1992 episode of “The Simpsons” called “Homer at Bat,” Evansville native Don Mattingly runs afoul of baseball team owner Mr. Burns because he refuses to cut his what?

4. Whose spouse famously is buried under what eventually became the parking lot of the old jail at Fourth and Vine streets?

5. The 552-square-foot Peters-Margedant house on the University of Evansville campus was an early Usonian prototype designed by the protégé of which early 20th-century American architect?

6. Name the actor in the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” who was born in 1996 in Evansville.

7. What Evansville landmark is featured in the 2014 movie “The Judge,” which stars Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Duvall and is set in a fictional southern Indiana town?

8. After playing a show at Roberts Stadium on Jan. 5, 1998, Prince was slated to give an encore performance at which Evansville bar? (The rock legend ended up shooting pool and leaving without playing a note.)

9. What Evansville retail area opened in 1963 as Indiana’s first enclosed shopping center?

10. Name the MLB National League defending champion team that the last-place Evansville Triplets of the Triple-A American Association beat in a 1973 exhibition game at Bosse Field.

11. What is the name of the 1943 Chrysler M4A4 Sherman Tank housed at the Evansville Wartime Museum?

12. What southern Indiana woodlands area is the largest urban tract of virgin forest within city limits in the U.S.?

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ANSWERS: 1. “Roseanne” and “Home Improvement” 2. Refrigerator 3. Sideburns

4. Evansville founder Hugh McGary Jr.’s wife, Mary 5. Frank Lloyd Wright 6. Dylan Minnette 7. Evansville Regional Airport 8. Main Street Exit 9. Washington Square Mall 10. Cincinnati Reds

11. Rosie’s Revenge 12. Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve.

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Shopping

BOUTIQUE BROWSING

Handcrafted jewelry, fair trade threads, sassy greeting cards, and magnetized Mova globes lend a burst of creative energy at Rare Bird Uncommon Gifts on Lincoln Avenue, one of many small retail businesses where shoppers can score unique gifts and home goods. From high-quality decor and curious novelty items to Indiana-centric collectibles and organic goods, Evansville’s small businesses cater to a wide range of tastes and interests.

RETAIL THERAPY

Take home a piece of the city at these local shops

NORTH SIDE

FARM 57

3443 Kansas Road, 812-677-5757

Shop here for: funky gifts, unique kitchenware, coffee, and seasonal produce

THE FARMHOUSE

7212 Olmstead Road

812-471-9798

Shop here for: handmade gifts and rustic-chic decor

KAREN’S UPSCALE RESALE

1324 N. Fares Ave.

812-423-8550

Shop here for: luxurious consignment furniture

SECRET HEADQUARTERS

4225 N. First Ave., 812-760-8546

Shop here for: retro comic books, toys, and media

EAST SIDE

728 CHIC BOUTIQUE

5625 E. Virginia St., 812-492-9087

Shop here for: women’s clothing and accessories

ABYSSCO

4597 Washington Ave., 812-491-6661

Shop here for: unique vintage finds and consignment clothing

AWARD WORLD TROPHIES AND GIFTS

700 N. Weinbach Ave., Ste. 103

812-425-4571

Shop here for: trophies, custom engraving, personalized gifts, and promotional items

THE BEAD ANGEL

701 N. Weinbach Ave., 812-426-2323

Shop here for: alternative gifts, books, crystals, and psychic readings

BLUESTOCKING SOCIAL

606 S. Weinbach Ave., Ste. B 812-402-2055

Shop here for: new books, work by local authors and artists, art supplies

BRINKER’S JEWELERS

111 S. Green River Road

812-476-0651

Shop here for: fine jewelry and watches

CAMELOT JEWELERS

2178 E. Morgan Ave. 812-473-5440

Shop here for: designer jewelry, permanent jewelry, gifts, and estate pieces

CAMILLA’S CLOSET

1330 N. Green River Road

812-401-1191

Shop here for: consignment family fashion, home furnishings, and jewelry

THE CONFECTIONERY

2003 Lincoln Ave., 812-204-7901

Shop here for: bath soaps, beauty products, artisan decor, jewelry, and luxury home goods

DROSTE’S JEWELRY SHOPPES

601 S. Green River Road, 812-479-6868

4511 First Ave., 812-422-4351

Shop here for: fine jewelry, elegant watches, and special gifts

GEHLHAUSEN

735 S. Green River Road

812-428-2320

Shop here for: seasonal decor, floral designs, home furnishings, and boutique fashion

GIVE A DOG A BONE

5626 E. Virginia St., 812-402-2663

Shop here for: toys, treats, accessories, and health food and supplements for dogs and cats

INMAN’S PICTURE FRAMING

2828 Lincoln Ave., 812-471-8651

Shop here for: custom picture framing for residential or commercial spaces, photo restoration, and local artwork

MARIAN’S HALLMARK

6140 E. Lloyd

Expressway

812-426-2849

Shop here for: greeting cards, collectibles, and gifts

MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS & BOUTIQUE

507 N. Green River Road

812-476-0657

Shop here for: trendy cosmetics and accessories

MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS & BOUTIQUE

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SHOPPING

MOORE MUSIC

301 N. Royal Ave., 812-479-9595

Shop here for: musical instruments and gear

NANCE GALLERIES

662 S. Green River Road.,812-476-6295

Shop here for: handcrafted jewelry, pottery, art glass, and gifts

PAPARAZZI

2820 Lincoln Ave., 812-402-2227

Shop here for: fashionable formal dresses

RARE BIRD

UNCOMMON GIFTS

2605 Lincoln Ave., 812-473-0645

Shop here for: fair trade art and gifts, and hometown pride trinkets

THE RED POPPY

4910 Lincoln Ave., 812-759-3312

Shop here for: gifts and jewelry for any occasion

THE RUG MERCHANT

1019 Lincoln Ave., 812-423-2338

Shop here for: a large selection of oriental and area rugs

THE RUMJAHN GALLERY AND FRAMERY

5901 Vogel Road, 812-250-1654

Shop here for: Custom photo frames and local artwork

SERENDIPITY

DESIGN AND DECOR

1024 Lincoln Ave., 812-250-4448

Shop here for: furniture and home décor, gifts, and pottery

SUGARBAKERS

HOME FASHIONS

1100 Tutor Lane, 812-475-1344

Shop here for: the latest in specialty home furnishings, gifts, and handbags

ULTIMATE

FIT

1412 S. Green River Road 812-431-0201

Shop here for: specialty shoes and home fitness equipment

WILDFLOWER BOUTIQUE

2809 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 124 812-428-0848

Shop here for: high-end clothing and accessories for women

DOWNTOWN

BIPPUS FRAME SHOP

200 Cherry St., 812-422-3899

Shop here for: expert custom framing

EMERALD DESIGN

425 Main St., Ste. 12. 812-568-4460

Shop here for: floral arrangements, plants, and a seasonal flower subscription

GOLDMAN’S PAWN SHOP

107 S.E. Fourth St., 812-423-9631

Shop here for: rare, one-of-a-kind vintage finds and collectibles

GRATEFUL THREADS

426 Carpenter St., 812-402-0053

Shop here for: fabrics and furnishings for upholstery projects

MEMO

209 Main St.

Shop here for: custom stationery, notebooks, desk accessories, and Evansville gifts

MERRYMINT

318 Walnut St., 812-449-7985

Shop here for: themed party supplies and balloon garlands

POSH ON MAIN

330 Main St. Ste. B 812-401-0075

Shop here for: women’s and children’s fashion and accessories

RIVERSIDE ANTIQUE MALL

1205 E. Riverside Drive, 812-469-2255

Shop here for: wide selection of antiques and collectibles

RIVER CITY COFFEE & GOODS

223 Main St., 812-550-1695

Shop here for: unique gifts, housewares, plants, and coffee

STEPHAN G. SANDERS

FINE MEN’S CLOTHIERS

20 N.W. Fourth St., 812-962-3333

Shop here for: dapper men’s suits and fashion

SUDS ON MAIN

327 Main St., 812-746-0808

Shop here for: handcrafted soap and body products made with all-natural ingredients

RIVERSIDE ANTIQUE MALL

SHOPPING

SIXTH AND ZERO

425 Main St., 812-200-0454

Shop here for: sustainable goods for home and personal care

TURLEY

MANUFACTURING JEWELRY

14 N.W. Third St., 812-422-0531

Shop here for: fine and custom jewelry, watches for men and women

YOUR BROTHER’S BOOKSTORE

504 Main St., 812-303-8230

Shop here for: new books, board games, card games, and unique local art

WEST SIDE

EMPORIUM PLANTS, GIFT BASKETS & BOUTIQUE

3420 Mt. Vernon Ave., 812-480-0444

Shop here for: native and unique houseplants and gifts

KIWI’S GARDEN CENTER

100 N. First Ave., 812-790-5494

Shop here for: house plants and crystals

LITTLE BIRD PICTURE FRAMING STUDIO

100 N. Saint Joseph Ave. 812-423-4742

Shop here for: custom picture framing and collectibles

OPIE AND ELEANOR’S

3033 W. Maryland St., 812-401-6743

Shop here for: unique gifts and home decor

PAUL’S MENSWEAR

2225 W. Franklin St., 812-423-2624

Shop here for: stylish suits, pants, and shirts, for men.

PHILTHY VINTAGE

2017 W. Franklin St.

Shop here for: vintage clothing, sneakers, and accessories

SCHÖN BOUTIQUE

316 N. Wabash Ave., 812-213-8828

Shop here for: modern, upscale women’s clothing

THYME IN THE KITCHEN

2308 W. Franklin St. 812-437-2726

Shop here for: gourmet kitchenware and tools

THE DRAGONFLY BOUTIQUE

2023 W. Franklin St. Shop here for: women’s clothing in sizes S to 4X

TRACY’S

2233 W. Franklin St., Ste. F, 812-401-4051

Shop here for: fashionable home items and furniture

Shop here for: trophies, plaques, custom apparel, and personalized gifts

SOUTH SIDE

SALVAGE CANDY

3500 S Weinbach Ave. 812-760-2072

Shop here for: architectural salvage and vintage finds

SPACE MONKEY RECORDS

1201 E. Riverside Drive 812-867-5309

Shop here for: turntables, plus vintage and new records

OPIE AND ELEANOR’S

YOUR BROTHER’S BOOKSTORE

OPIE AND ELEANOR’S PHOTO AND YOUR BROTHER’S BOOKSTORE PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. PHILTHY VINTAGE PHOTO PROVIDED BY SOURCE. SALVAGE CANDY PHOTO BY JODI KEEN EVANSVILLE LIVING CITY VIEW 2023

GIRLFRIENDS BOUTIQUE

GIRLFRIENDS BOUTIQUE

PHOTO AND COLONIAL CLASSICS

PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW

Mulberry Jeans Accents

600 State St.

The Newburgh Mercantile

224 W. Jennings St.

Oak Modern

5 Sate St.

The Rug Gallery of Newburgh

7955 Bell Oaks Drive

Social Bird Boutique

2744 Epworth Road

Velvet Mod

10 W. Jennings St.

NEW HARMONY

Antique Emporium

525 Church St.

The BackBeats Record Store

516 Main St.

Capers Emporium

602 Main St.

Lowry Hollow

531 Church St., inside The Mews

The Mews

531 Church St. North Side

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Sports & Recreation

GET IN THE GAME

In Evansville, sporting life never stops. From semi-pro hockey and baseball games to collegiate athletics, River City residents have a front row seat to exciting sports action. The University of Southern Indiana enjoyed its first year in NCAA Division I athletics with its 2022-23 season. The Screaming Eagles’ men’s basketball team, including senior forward Jacob Polakovich, racked up a 16-17 overall record and played in its first Ohio Valley Conference post-season tournament before a cheering hometown crowd at the Ford Center.

PHOTO BY ELIZABETH COURTNEY RANDOLPH/USI

FUN AND GAMES

Evansville area expands its activities for sports fans and participants

By John Martin

WHAT’S NEW IN EVANSVILLE? Plenty, from a sports and recreation standpoint.

Let’s start with college sports. A 2022 vote by the University of Southern Indiana Board of Trustees sent USI into a new frontier –NCAA Division I athletics. That means Evansville now has two Division I institutions: USI, which joined the Ohio Valley Conference, and the University of Evansville, a long-time member of the Missouri Valley Conference.

It’s expected that UE and USI will eventually play one another in all sports, including men’s and women’s basketball, which will excite fans of the UE Purple Aces and USI Screaming Eagles.

Another major recent addition to Evansville’s sports and rec scene is Deaconess Aquatic Center, a sprawling indoor

swimming and diving facility in Garvin Park. It’s used by Evansville high schools for practice and competition, as well as the River City Catfish Masters Swim Team and the Greater Evansville Aquatic Team.

The complex is a future site of NCAA championship swimming and diving events. As a precursor, in February, it hosted the Great Lakes Valley Conference men’s and women’s swimming and diving championships. The aquatic center also has a recreation pool and splash pad for community use. Deaconess Aquatic Center and the University of Southern Indiana Aquatic Center, on the USI campus, both opened in 2021. UE, meanwhile, has a health and wellness center under construction on its campus.

A recently completed project is the installation of new artificial turf on the eight baseball and softball infields at the Deaconess Sports Complex on North Green River Road.

There are more coming attractions for sports-minded residents and visitors.

Sunset Skatepark, which has been a dream of local skateboarders for many years, is closer to reality. Officials envision a 27,000-square-foot skateboarding paradise on Evansville’s riverfront, near Mickey’s Kingdom playground. It would be Indiana’s largest skatepark.

A completion date is not set, but Evansville city government has committed $650,000 to the project, and private fundraising is ongoing.

Evansville officials also are advocating a large pickleball facility in the coming years at Wesselman Park on the city’s East Side, near some existing tennis courts. Pickleball’s popularity has soared nationally, and Evansville is no exception, with many residents of all ages giving the sport a try.

Sixteen new pickleball courts are planned for Wesselman Park, to go with a handful of existing ones around the city.

Projects adding new trails are progressing in the Evansville area, with Vanderburgh County constructing them in the growing residential area off North Green River Road. In neighboring Warrick County, trails from Castle High School to its feeder middle schools are being built.

SUNSET SKATEPARK

DEACONESS AQUATIC CENTER

NEWBURGH, INDIANA, RIVERTOWN TRAIL

Parks & Rec

These sites offer the perfect spaces to have some fun

ADULTS ONLY

ARCADEMIE

22 N.W. Sixth St. arcademiebar.com

ATTIC AT CHASERS 2129 W. Franklin St. chasersbarandgrill.com

BALLY’S EVANSVILLE 421 N.W. Riverside Drive casinos.ballys.com/evansville

HIGH SCORE SALOON 323 Main St., Ste. F highscoresaloon.com

LAWMAN TACTICAL’S GUNTRY CLUB 4209 U.S. 41 North lawmantactical.com

PLAID & TIMBER AXE THROWING CO. 2710 Eastside Park Road plaidandtimber.com

FUN FOR THE FAMILY BIRDIES

120 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. birdiesdowntownevv.com

BOSSE FIELD

23 Don Mattingly Way visitevansville.com/ attractions/bosse-field

BURDETTE PARK 5301 Nurrenbern Road burdettepark.org

CLUB 18 AT MISTER B’S 1340 Hirschland Road, Ste. C club18golf.com

D-BAT EVANSVILLE BASEBALL & SOFTBALL ACADEMY & INDOOR BATTING CAGE 4505 Ohara Drive, Ste. 101 dbatevansville.com

DEACONESS AQUATIC CENTER 24 Don Mattingly Way swimevansville.org

DEEP BLUE INDOOR PLAY 6301 Old Boonville Hwy. deepblueevansville.com

ESCAPE EVANSVILLE 600 N. Weinbach Ave., Ste. 940 escapeevansville.com

EVANSVILLE TRAILS COALITION UPGRADE BIKE SHARE Locations across Downtown walkbikeevv.org

HIGH SCORE PLAYER TWO 2814 Mount Vernon Ave. highscoretwo.com

MICKEY’S KINGDOM Riverfront, Downtown Evansville

SKATE WORLD 1300 Fairfield Drive skateworldIn.com

SKY ZONE INDOOR TRAMPOLINE PARK 49 N. Green River Road skyzone.com/evansville

THE SLIME FACTORY 800 N. Green River Road theslimefactory.com/eastlandmall

SWONDER ICE ARENA 209 N. Boeke Road

VERTICAL EXCAPE 1315 N. Royal Ave. verticalexcape.com/evansville

WALTHER’S GOLF & FUN 2301 N. First Ave. golfnfun.com

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

BLUE GRASS FISH & WILDLIFE AREA 11699 New Harmony Road Elberfeld, Indiana in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/ properties/blue-grass-fwa/

EVANSVILLE CITY PARKS Multiple locations evansvillegov.org

EVANSVILLE STATE HOSPITAL PARK 3400 Lincoln Ave.

FRIEDMAN PARK 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana friedmanpark.com

HARMONIE STATE PARK 3451 Harmonie State Park Road New Harmony, Indiana in.gov/dnr/state-parks/ parks-lakes/harmonie-state-park

HOVEY LAKE FISH & WILDLIFE AREA 8401 State Road 69 South Mount Vernon, Indiana in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/ properties/hovey-lake-fwa

HOWELL WETLANDS 1400 S. Tekoppel Ave. wesselmanwoods.org/ natural-resources#howell

PIGEON CREEK GREENWAY PASSAGE Evansvillegov.org

SCALES LAKE PARK 800 W. Tennyson Road Boonville, Indiana warrickcountyparks.com/scales-lake

SUNSET SKATEPARK (Coming Soon) Veterans Memorial Parkway and Waterworks Road skatesunset.com

WESSELMAN PARK 602-560 N. Boeke Road

WESSELMAN WOODS NATURE PRESERVE 551 N. Boeke Road wesselmanwoods.org

PUBLIC GOLF COURSES

CAMBRIDGE GOLF COURSE 1034 Beacon Hill cambridgegc.com

FENDRICH GOLF COURSE 1900 E. Diamond Ave. evvcitygolf.com

BOSSE FIELD

HELFRICH GOLF COURSE 1550 Mesker Park Drive evvcitygolf.com

MCDONALD GOLF COURSE 2905 E. Morgan Ave. evvcitygolf.com

QUAIL CROSSING GOLF CLUB 5 Quail Crossing Drive Boonville, Indiana quailcrossing.com

THUNDERBOLT PASS GOLF COURSE 6901 Petersburg Road thunderboltpass.com

PRIVATE GOLF CLUBS

EVANSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB 3810 Stringtown Road evansvillecountryclub.org

OAK MEADOW COUNTRY CLUB 11505 Browning Road oakmeadowcc.com

ROLLING HILLS COUNTRY CLUB 1666 Old Plank Road Newburgh, Indiana rollinghillsindiana.com

VICTORIA NATIONAL GOLF CLUB 2000 Victoria National Blvd. Newburgh, Indiana dormienetwork.com/victorianational

BALLY’S PHOTO PROVIDED BY SOURCE. CLUB 18

PHOTO BY AUDRA STRAW.

MICKEY’S KINGDOM PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. BOSSE FIELD PHOTO BY BILL BUSSING.

MICKEY’S KINGDOM

CLUB 18 AT MISTER B’S

BALLY’S EVANSVILLE

WHETHER YOU’RE A NATIVE OR A N IE

Evansville:

where history meets modernity.

From its early days as a thriving commercial town with river trade, to the manufacturing powerhouse that supported the exports of WWII, Evansville has always been a major center of industry. And it’s through that pioneering spirit that the city continues to evolve.

Whether you’re looking to explore the shops in vibrant downtown or enjoy a game at the sports park, Evansville can offer it all.

Evansville is known for its deep-rooted history and beautiful location on the bend of the Ohio River. Attend a jazz show at the Reitz Home Museum or enjoy a beer at Myriad Brewing Company located in the renovated McCurdy building. Take a riverside stroll on the Greenway or take a look into the past at the Wartime Museum. Explore Evansville and find your fun!

EXPLORERS!

Area Attractions

LET’S EXPLORE! Evansville has something for everyone, from families out for a day of fun to shoppers looking for interesting antiques. Visitors and residents have a number of attractions to experience in the city, so start your trip in Evansville with a stop at these top spots.

PHOTO BY LAURA MATHIS

Pictured: Hoosier Spirit II* at the Evansville Wartime Museum. *Hoosier Spirit II is wholly owned by Evansville P-47 Foundation, Inc

Kentucky Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau

93 CARROLL ROAD, BENTON, KY 270-527-3128 | VISITKYLAKE.COM

For 75 years, Kentucky Lake has provided family and friends the opportunity to reconnect through outdoor recreation! It's what we like to call the Kentucky Lake comeback! With so much water and shoreline, access to a plethora of outdoor activities, and some of the friendliest people around, Kentucky Lake will help you reconnect with nature. Start planning your visit today and discover your reason to keep coming back to the South's Great Lake!

The Children’s Museum of Evansville (cMoe)

22 S.E. FIFTH ST. | 812-643-2663

CMOEKIDS.ORG

The Children’s Museum of Evansville (cMoe) is a giant learning laboratory and Evansville’s only museum created for children ages 0 to 12. With 20,000 square feet of interactive exhibits and educational programming, cMoe invites visitors of all ages to splash around the Wet Deck, create a masterpiece in ArtMaker, and glide down the tallest indoor slide in Evansville.

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Deep Blue Indoor Play

6301 OLD BOONVILLE HWY

812-437-5062

DEEPBLUEEVANSVILLE.COM

“Seas” the day and come play! Deep Blue Indoor Play is the Tri-State’s newest and most exciting family owned indoor play center. This 15,000 square-foot facility, featuring a multi-level playground and 20-foot climbing walls, brings to life a space for imaginative fun for all ages! Deep Blue Indoor Play offers signature slushies and freshly made pizzas, making this the perfect place to spend the day or host your next birthday party, group, or corporate event!

Henderson, Kentucky

101 N. WATER ST., HENDERSON, KY

270-826-3128 | HENDERSONKY.ORG

Just minutes from Downtown Evansville, warm hospitality begins by crossing the Ohio River to Henderson, Kentucky. Experience miles of trails and the world’s largest collection of John James Audubon artifacts and originals at Audubon State Park, catch a live Thoroughbred race at Ellis Park, stroll the historic streets of the downtown district lined with unique boutiques and eateries, and take the road less traveled to local wineries and famous sunsets.

Evansville Wartime Museum

7503 PETERSBURG ROAD | 812-424-7461

EVANSVILLEWARTIMEMUSEUM.ORG

During World War II, airplanes, ships, tanks, munitions, and more than 330 other essential military materials were manufactured in Evansville. Producing more war materials per capita than any other American city, Evansville manufactured 3.2 billion .45 caliber rounds and 167 LSTs and rebuilt Sherman tanks. Evansville has been named an American World War II Heritage City – an honor only one city per state can be designated. Discover the crucial role Evansville played during World War II by visiting and exploring our many exhibits.

Bally’s Evansville

421 N.W. RIVERSIDE DRIVE | 812-433-4000 BALLYSEVANSVILLE.COM

Bally's Evansville is a multi-million-dollar entertainment complex located on the scenic banks of the Ohio River in southwestern Indiana. The single-level casino encompasses 45,000 square feet of gaming space featuring more than 950 slot games, more than 30 live and electronic table games, and a high-limit room. Accommodations include a 243-room hotel tower and a 95-room boutique hotel. The property also includes three dining options, three bars, a conference center, a riverfront event center, and a 1,660-vehicle attached parking garage.

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden

1545 MESKER PARK DRIVE

812-435-6143 | MESKERPARKZOO.COM

Adventure awaits you at the zoo! Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is home to hundreds of exotic animals and plants from around the world. We offer daily experiences like penguin feedings, giraffe feedings, and carousel rides. Consider becoming a member to support your zoo. Get 365-day access and all the membership perks like free tram rides, discounts in the grill and gift shop, and discounts to select special events.

LST-325

610 N.W. RIVERSIDE DRIVE

812-435-8678 | LSTMEMORIAL.ORG

Walk the decks of history on a ship that was at Omaha Beach on D-Day 79 years ago. A visit to the LST-325 gives visitors the opportunity to see a ship just like the ones built at the World War II shipyard here in Evansville — ships that were an essential part of victory in the war. Learn what it was like to serve on the Landing Ship Tank (LST), nicknamed the “Large Slow Target.” Hours vary by season. Tickets are $15 for adults, $7.50 for ages 6 to 17, and 5 and under are free. World War II and Korean War veterans are free.

Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science

411 S.E. RIVERSIDE DRIVE 812-425-2406 | EMUSEUM.ORG

The Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science is one of Southwestern Indiana’s most respected cultural institutions. The Museum maintains a permanent collection of more than 40,000 objects, including fine art, decorative arts, historical documents and photographs, and anthropological artifacts. Also on the Museum’s campus is the Transportation Center, featuring Southern Indiana transportation artifacts from the late-19th through the mid-20th centuries.

Walther’s Golf & Fun

2301 N. FIRST AVE. | 812-464-4472

GOLFNFUN.COM

Locally owned and operated for 27 years, Walther’s Golf & Fun is the area’s go-to spot for kids and adults of all ages. Attractions include indoor and outdoor mini-golf courses, mini-bowling, action packed lazer tag, an expansive arcade with virtual reality options, and made-to-order-food from Coconut Cafe. Not to mention, just next door is Evansville’s premier golf driving range. Come check out what’s going on at Walther’s Golf & Fun. Whether you’re looking to host a birthday bash or just have a fun day out, go wild at Walther’s!

Convention and Visitors Bureau

206 S. FOURTH ST., MURRAY, KY 270-759-2199 | TOURMURRAY.COM

What you find in Murray can't be found on a shelf or bottled up to be taken home. The enchantment of this small, southern town is filled with smiles and big hearts, leaving an impression on visitors and locals alike. Don't come to Murray expecting cookie-cutter stores or an average restaurant. Come to Murray, Kentucky to find soulful food and deep conversations, where it feels like home. Visit tourmurray.com to plan your trip today!

AREA ATTRACTIONS Resource List

By the staff of Evansville Living

Learn the ABCs, and the English language unfolds for an eager reader. The same can be said about learning the pillars of a city. What makes it tick? Why does it prioritize certain things? In which direction is its community headed? Learn the city’s ABCs, and those questions will be answered. In Evansville, our ABCs may change depending on what’s trending, but the following are indisputable pillars of our city’s history, heart, and fun.

Angel Mounds

Let’s start at the very beginning. The area that today is Evansville, Indiana, has hosted populations since the arrival of the Paleo-Indians in about B.C. 8000. Angel Mounds State Historic Site is an expression of a later culture, the mound-building Mississippians who inhabited the area on the banks of the Ohio River southeast of Evansville from A.D. 1100 to A.D. 1450. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964, Angel Mounds is managed by the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites and is undergoing $6.5 million in improvements. While the distinctive interpretive center will be closed this year for renovations, guests still can enjoy mounds of entertainment. The 500-acre site includes a nature preserve with hiking and biking trails and an 18-hole disc golf course.

indianamuseum.org/historic-sites/ angel-mounds

Bosse Field

When everybody boosts, everybody wins! That was the slogan for Evansville created by its popular 19th mayor (1914 to 1922), Benjamin Bosse. And boost is what Bosse did. He oversaw the replacement of horse-drawn fire carriages, brick paving of Downtown streets, the construction of new public markets, and the development of Bosse

Field in Garvin Park. Opened in 1915, Bosse Field is the third-oldest ballpark in the U.S. still in regular use for professional baseball, surpassed only by Boston’s Fenway Park (1912) and Chicago’s Wrigley Field (1914). The Evansville Otters professional baseball team, which plays in the Frontier League, today calls Bosse Field home. The stadium has had its share of fame: It served as a primary filming location for “A League of Their Own,” the 1992 Penny Marshall-directed sports comedy-drama film that tells a fictionalized account of the real-life All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. evansvilleotters.com

Coliseum

One of Downtown’s oldest and most striking pieces of architecture is a tribute to service. Its full name is Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Coliseum, or, simply, Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Dedicated to Vanderburgh County residents who fought in the Civil War and Spanish-American War, the Coliseum opened in 1917. It hosted many entertainers in its early years, as well as professional wrestling and roller derby, and countless bingo nights and Rotary Club luncheons. It’s an event rental venue today, and local officials plan a $6 million renovation to encourage more use. A long-term goal is making the Coliseum the permanent home of Evansville Civic Theatre, a local performance troupe that operated out of the Coliseum decades ago. facebook.com/veteransmemorialcoliseum/

Evansville

Our Evansville is not the only one in the U.S. There are Evansvilles in Alaska, Arkansas, Illinois, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Still, we’re the only Evansville named after Virginia native Brigadier General Robert Morgan Evans, who served during the War of 1812 and later was the ninth Speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives. Evansville also has a few nicknames: “River City” for its proximity to the Ohio River, “Crescent City,” “Pocket City,” and “Stoplight City” for its baffling amount of traffic lights. eisforeveryone.com

Fall Festival

Downtown

Evansville’s Downtown has witnessed many lifetimes in its 211 years. Its days as a thriving port and bustling residential area are evidenced by the grand manors lining the streets of the Riverside Historic District. Downtown saw a flurry of activity — industrial, social, and otherwise — due to its proximity to World War II manufacturing plants. Now, through the efforts of entrepreneurs and groups like the Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District, the neighborhood is home to popular restaurants and bars, quirky small businesses, commercial enterprises, and a winding Main Street, all leading to the 11,000 person-capacity Ford Center arena. Watching over this transformation has been Downtown’s stalwart guardian, the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse, 133 years old and designed in the Beaux Arts style. downtownevanvsille.com

A signature and uniquely Evansville event, the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival is one of the largest street fairs in the U.S., with an estimated 150,000 attendees who enjoy carnival rides, daily entertainment, a pet parade, and a large parade on the concluding Saturday night. But the Fall Festival is best known for its eclectic mix of fun food, with more than 100 local nonprofit agencies, schools, churches, and civic groups selling an endless list of choices to help meet their annual fundraising goals. Held on West Franklin Street on the first week of October, the Fall Festival is a time for Evansville residents to enjoy fellowship and the arrival of cooler weather, while perhaps cheating on their diets a bit. nutclubfallfestival.com

erman Heritage

Wilkommen im Deutschland! Listen carefully, and you’d think you stepped into Germany instead of onto Boeke Road. German settlers began making their home in Evansville in the 1840s and quickly became a major part of the population. Names of prominent German families such as Boehne, Weinbach, and Reitz are scattered across schools and streets throughout Evansville, honoring their contributions to government, education, and the local economy. Many families still have German heritage; it’s not uncommon to bump into a Weinzapfel or a Muehlbauer while out running errands. Each August, Evansville celebrates its heritage at Germania Maennerchor’s three-day Volksfest, a rousing party with dancing, lederhosen, and lots of good beer. Evansville even has a German sister city in Osnabrück, a city of 165,000, in Lower Saxony. evvgermanclub.com

Indiana University School of MedicineEvansville

Downtown Evansville hosts a relatively new campus of the IU School of Medicine in the Stone Family Center for Health Sciences, but Indiana University School of Medicine-Evansville has had a presence here since 1972. Students study in a world-class simulation center with a large human structures lab, virtual hospital, and 12-room virtual clinic. They follow IU’s statewide core curriculum and do clinical rotations and residency programs with Deaconess Health System and Ascension St. Vincent Health System of Evansville, as well as Memorial Hospital & Health Care in Jasper and Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. While at Stone Center, IU medical students work collaboratively with students in medical programs offered by the University of Evansville and University of Southern Indiana. medicine.iu.edu/evansville

Haynie’s Corner

Adjacent to the Ohio River in Downtown Evansville, Haynie’s Corner is a familyfriendly business and arts district with stylish eateries and bars and eclectic events, ranging from whiffle ball tournaments and community snowball fights to art, music, and Pride festivals. George W. Haynie (18571939), the well-respected business owner from whom the corner takes its moniker, would be proud. Haynie’s Drug Store, a

three-story architecturally significant Victorian building, crowned the neighborhood until it was destroyed by fire in 1944. Today, Haynie’s Corner is anchored by a large fountain, in place since 1979. Instagrammers also are fond of the gorgeous Alhambra Theatre. Its exterior Moorish design has been restored; the building awaits restoration and new use inside. hayniescorner.com

Jackpot

Fancy a night of gaming and glamour? Bally’s Evansville casino is calling your name. Since 1995, this part of Northwest Riverside Drive has beckoned gamblers to try their luck at poker, slots, blackjack, and more games of chance. Along the way, the casino has generated hundreds of millions of dollars for the local economy. Evansville even led the way for Indiana gambling: The Casino Aztar riverboat was the first gaming facility in the state, and when gambling moved onshore, the then-named Tropicana Evansville established the state’s first land-based casino operations in 2017. Owned by Bally’s since 2021, the 45,000-square foot casino opened its sports betting room in 2019. casinos.ballys.com/evansville

GERMAN HERITAGE PHOTO PROVIDED BY GERMANIA MAENNERCHOR. HAYNIE’S CORNER PHOTO BY ALEX MORGAN. IU SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. JACKPOT PHOTO PROVIDED BY BALLY’S

LST-325

Evansville takes immense pride in its World War II history. Workers assembled landing ship tanks at Evansville Shipyard, a 40-acre spot on the Ohio River that opened in 1942. Before closing in 1945, the factory churned out 167 LSTs and employed nearly 20,000 workers at its peak. The ships carried military forces into battle zones in the Pacific Ocean and Europe. Only one LST ship (assembled in Pennsylvania) remains fully operational today, and it serves as a floating museum docked in Downtown Evansville. The LST-325, which carried troops to Normandy, France, on D-Day, is open for tours throughout the year. The ship leaves Evansville for a few weeks every year to visit ports along inland rivers, receiving thousands of guests. lstmemorial.org

Keg

Evansville is hardly alone on this one, but many folks around here enjoy a frosty mug of locally made hops. There’s quite a history: Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library archives say the city’s first brewery, called Old Brewery, dates to 1837 at Fulton and Indiana streets. For decades, Evansville was associated with the Sterling Brewery brand, which halted production in 1988. Today, breweries are found in socially “hopping” areas of the city. Haynie’s Corner Brewing Company is in the heart of Evansville’s Arts District, home of numerous festivals and events. Another spot to imbibe is Myriad Brewing Company, based in Downtown Evansville’s McCurdy building with a second taproom in nearby Newburgh, Indiana. Damsel Brew Pub, near Evansville’s popular West Franklin Street corridor, is a family-friendly microbrewery and restaurant. Locally owned Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery, in Evansville and Newburgh, also has numerous house-brewed beers, including Thunderbolt Red Ale (see Letter T on this list). A highly anticipated new arrival this year is Barker Brewhouse, which opened in March on Evansville’s West Side.

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden

At 95 years old, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is the nation’s third-oldest zoo and was Indiana’s first. It once was home to the oldest living Nile hippopotamus in captivity — Donna, who passed away in 2012 at age 61 — and still is remembered fondly for its original carousel, which was relocated in 1979 to Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte, North Carolina. Through the wonder provided by hundreds of animal species, you can travel from South America to Australia and everywhere in between without ever leaving the Tri-State. Penguins of Patagonia is the zoo’s most recent attraction, opening in 2021 and featuring Humboldt penguins, which are native to South America. meskerparkzoo.com

PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. LST PHOTO BY EVANSVILLE AERIAL. TIGER PHOTO PROVIDED BY MESKER PARK ZOO

TURONI’S PIZZERY & BREWERY

Ohio River

Evansville sits on a bend in the majestic Ohio River, between Louisville and Paducah, Kentucky. The waterway provides a scenic backdrop to Downtown Evansville, and barge traffic crawls past the city daily. In 2022, Evansville’s Inland Marina welcomed Ohio River cruise lines back to the city for the first time in many years, and multiple visits are scheduled in 2023.

ewburgh

Evansville’s neighbor to the east has as long a history as the River City. Established in 1818 as Sprinklesburgh, it was the first town in Warrick County and grew into a significant port in Ohio-Mississippi River traffic. Newburgh had a seat at several important historical events, including as a stop on the Underground Railroad and becoming the first town north of the Mason-Dixon line to be captured by Confederate forces during the Civil War. The town flourished with construction of the now-called Old Lock and Dam in the 1920s and its replacement, the Newburgh Lock and Dam, in 1974. Expansion — residential, parks and recreation, and retail — continues booming in Newburgh. Its Downtown is awash in plaques marking historic buildings, linking the town’s past with its bright future. historicnewburgh.org

U.S. 41 bridges towering above the river connect Evansville to Henderson, Kentucky. Leaders of both communities have long fought for a second Ohio River crossing, via Interstate 69, and are hopeful for a start to construction in the next few years.

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Pete — The anonymous donor

“You will hear from me again.” That’s how “Pete” has signed 41 donations made over 31 years to Easterseals Rehabilitation Center. The anonymous donor – Pete’s identity is unknown by Easterseals employees, and community members who might know guard the secret – most recently struck after Thanksgiving last year. Pete will typically leave his cash gifts in bags or envelopes on the property, then call Easterseals with a greeting of, “Hi. It’s your old buddy, Pete.” Pete instructs the employees where to find the gift. In November, staff were directed to a bag hanging from a fence on the property. Inside were 30 $100 bills wrapped inside a homemade piece of Christmas decor. Also in the bag was Pete’s note in signature block writing and a promise to be in touch again. Pete’s donations have totaled more than $100,000. easterseals.com

NEWBURGH PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. OHIO RIVER PHOTO BY EVANSVILLE AERIAL. EASTERSEALS PHOTOS PROVIDED BY SOURCE

Quality of Place

There is a reason why around 118,000 people choose to call the city of Evansville home. River City residents can enjoy more than 60 parks, a vibrant and collaborative arts and culture scene, the top public charter school in the U.S., exciting dining options, highly ranked health care systems, a variety of post-secondary and professional education programs, and affordable home prices. In February, a Wall Street Journal report stated that Evansville ranked third in a list of the best U.S. cities in which to work from home. You don’t get that kind of recognition without an enviable quality of life.

Reitz Home Museum

Did you know that the Reitz Home is Indiana’s only Victorian House Museum? Or that it is one of the finest examples of French Second Empire architecture in the country? Once home to “The Lumber Baron” of Evansville, John Augustus Reitz, much work went into restoring it as a museum. Much of the original 1890s furniture remains in the home. Despite its age —152 years — the Downtown Evansville home has “modern” amenities, including plumbing and electricity, which were incorporated in the late 19th century. reitzhome.com

Signature School

Signature School, founded in 2002, was Indiana’s first charter high school. It’s been a smashing success, appearing on numerous lists of top high schools in the state and nation. With a focus on rigorous academics, technology, the arts, and global perspectives, “Sig School” regularly sends students to elite colleges and universities. The school also prioritizes community service endeavors. Sig was recognized in 2008 and 2014 as a National Blue Ribbon School. In 2022, U.S. News & World Report named Sig the Best High School in Indiana and Best Charter School in the U.S. signature.edu

Thunderbolts

The community’s World War II effort extended to the air, as well as the sea. By 1942, local factories had more than $600 million in defense contracts, including about 6,200 P-47 Thunderbolt fighter planes assembled at Republic Aviation on U.S. 41, near the city’s airport. About half of the nation’s P-47 fleet was built at Republic Aviation, and President Franklin D.

Roosevelt visited in 1943 to greet plant workers. Today, a Thunderbolt rechristened “Hoosier Spirit” is displayed at the Evansville Wartime Museum, where it symbolizes the community’s war effort. In 2016, the city’s new professional hockey team was named the Evansville Thunderbolts. There’s even the 18-hole Thunderbolt Pass Golf Course, which is owned and operated by the Evansville Vanderburgh Airport Authority. evansvillethunderbolts.com • evansvillewartimemuseum.org

THE FIRST P-47 PRODUCED IN EVANSVILLE

MARATHON PHOTO BY PHIL WEINZAPFEL AND PROVIDED BY YMCA OF SOUTHWEST INDIANA. REITZ HOME

PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. HISTORIC PHOTO PROVIDED BY EVANSVILLE VANDERBURGH PUBLIC LIBRARY.

SIGNATURE SCHOOL PHOTO PROVIDED BY SOURCE.

YMCA HALF MARATHON

niversities

Some may not think of Evansville as a college town, but several significant higher education institutions call Evansville home and attract thousands of talented and hardworking students. The statesupported University of Southern Indiana has an expansive West Side campus and joined NCAA Division I athletics this academic year, while the privately funded University of Evansville boasts a nationally renowned theater program. The Evansville campuses of Ivy Tech Community College and Indiana University School of Medicine also train students in critical industries essential to a skilled workforce.

usi.edu • evansville.edu • ivytech.edu/evansville • medicine.iu.edu/evansville

Victory Theatre

Originally part of the Sonntag Hotel complex owned by businessman Marcus Sonntag, the Victory featured a daily lineup of vaudeville acts, a movie, a comedy routine, organ music, and an orchestra. Rebranded in 1926 as a movie house called Loew’s Victory, the theater showed films through 1971. After lying dormant for years, a $15 million renovation brought the Victory back to life in 1999 as a live entertainment center, notably as home of the Evansville Philharmonic. The Victory celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2021, and soon, it’s anticipated that its neon sign again will glow, lighting the way for a new century of entertainment. victorytheatre.com

Wesselman Woods

What makes Evansville unique is not just its historic buildings and sports stadiums. As the nation’s largest tract of old-growth forest within an urban area, Wesselman Woods adds deep roots to Evansville’s history. Despite years of settling in the surrounding areas, the forest has never been cut. Its 200 acres offers residents and visitors alike the opportunity for inner-city hiking, connecting with nature, and learning about sustainability in and the ecology of Southern Indiana. Wesselman Woods also owns and maintains Howell Wetlands a few miles away on the city’s West Side. Howell is one of Indiana’s largest urban wetlands. wesselmanwoods.org

WESSELMAN WOODS PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW. ALL OTHERS PROVIDED BY SOURCE

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA

-Factor

If you’re searching for Evansville’s secret to success, look no further than its people. They are how the town rebuilt itself after the devastating Ohio River flood of 1937. They are the ones who manufactured about 6,200 planes, and 167 landing ship tanks in the 1940s during World War II. They weathered economic downturns, preserved historic buildings, and fought for civil rights, shaping Evansville’s psyche along the way.

Youth

Much of Evansville’s culture focuses on youth, whether in arts, academics, sports, or any number of other endeavors. Local high school marching bands, choirs, sports teams, cheer and dance squads, and academic teams dominate the calendars of many TriState families. The city has around 80 nonprofit agencies whose goal is to assist local youth, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Indiana, Boys & Girls Club of Evansville, Dream Center, Young & Established, Youth First, YMCA of Southwestern Indiana, and YWCA Evansville. The city has many youth sports and arts opportunities, including an orchestra through the Evansville Philharmonic, and summer camps are offered by groups such as the Koch Family Children’s Museum of Evansville, Evansville Parks and Recreation, and Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.

Zesto

When Evansvillians want a savory beef patty, crispy crinkle fries, or a delicious twist of twinkle kote ice cream, they line up under Zesto’s retro awnings and feast on the nostalgia of a simpler time. Zesto — named after ZestO-Mat frozen custard machines — once was a larger chain of drive-in restaurants scattered throughout the Midwest and southeastern U.S. It stationed franchises in the 1950s on West Franklin Street, Riverside Drive, and Boonville Highway (now Morgan Avenue). The franchises were short-lived and have been privately owned and operated since the 1960s, each with its own identity. Zesto on Franklin has added newer fare such as corn dogs, cheese tots, and jalapeño poppers, while Zesto on Riverside still serves the traditional Z burger combos, hot ham sandwiches, and thick milkshakes. zestoonfranklin.com

Food & Drink

REFRESH WITH THE BEST

It’s time to pull up a chair and dive into the adventure that is Evansville cuisine. Whether you’re craving street tacos, Korean barbecue, sizzling steaks, or breaded tenderloin sandwiches, the local culinary scene will satisfy your palate. Pro tip: When Evansvillians want to unwind, they order a French 75 or Freaky Tiki at Mo’s House, which Evansville Living readers voted the city’s best bar in the 2022 “Best of Evansville” awards.

PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW

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FINE DINING

CAVANAUGH’S: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Bally’s Evansville), 812-433-4000. Steaks, fresh seafood, overlooking the Ohio River, and entertainment in piano bar.

H MA.T.888 CHINA BISTRO: (Best Asian Restaurant) 5636 Vogel Road, 812-475-2888. Specialties include lemongrass fish, Peking duck, and chicken lettuce wraps.

MADELEINE’S FUSION RESTAURANT: 423 S.E. Second St., 812-491-8611. Appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, including day catch seafood and prime steaks, extensive bar selections, and wine cellar. Special dietary requests honored. Private meeting rooms and in-season patio dining available.

UPSCALE CASUAL

AMY’S ON FRANKLIN: 1418 W. Franklin St., 812-401-2332. Comfort food influenced by the French Quarter, Mexico, and Texas.

BAR LOUIE: 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd., 812-476-7069. Full bar, expansive menu with mini Kobe hot dogs, the Luigi sandwich with shaved rib eye, and large hamburger selection.

BIAGGI’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, 812-421-0800. Italian cuisine.

BONEFISH GRILL: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, 812-401-3474. Wood-burning grill, fish, steaks, pasta dishes, soups, salads, and its famous Bang Bang Shrimp.

BRU BURGER BAR: 222 Sycamore St. in the former Greyhound bus terminal, 812-302-3005. Signature burgers, classic sandwiches, salads, appetizers, desserts, and an extensive drink menu.

CAMBRIDGE GRILL: 1034 Beacon Hill, 812-868-4653. Salads, sandwiches, pizzas, entrées, and an expanded wine menu.

THE COLLECTIVE: 228 Main St. above Comfort by the Cross-Eyed Cricket. 812-202-8051. Specialty, fresh appetizers and entrees and an extensive beverage list.

COMFORT BY THE CROSS-EYED CRICKET: 230 Main St. 812-909-3742. Full breakfast menu, home-style favorites, sandwiches, and salads.

COPPER HOUSE: 1430 W. Franklin St., 812-909-8089. Unique cuisine meets comfort food.

H CORK ‘N CLEAVER: (Best Romantic Dinner Spot) 650 S. Hebron Ave., 812-479-6974. Steak, prime rib, chicken, seafood, salad bar, soup, and sandwich lunches.

COSMOS BISTRO: 101 S.E. First St. A collaboration of local chefs making dishes from local produce and preferences that range from gourmet specialties to comfort food.

HOUSE OF COMO: 2700 S. Kentucky Ave., 812-422-0572. Baked chicken dishes, lamb chops, fish entrées, and oversized steaks with Lebanese and Middle Eastern influence.

RIVERWALK RESTAURANT & CATERING: 6 Walnut St. (inside the Hadi Shrine building), 812-758-4644. Cocktails, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, fish, and specialty plates from the Acropolis menu.

SAMUEL’S: 113 SE. Fourth St., 812-777-0047. A wide range of shareable bites for the table, specialty entrees, and sandwiches rotating seasonally for those 21-plus only. Open for lunch and dinner.

SCHYMIK’S KITCHEN: 1112 Parrett St., 812-401-3333. Globally influenced restaurant and wine bar.

WALTON’S SMOKEHOUSE AND SOUTHERN KITCHEN: 956 Parrett St., 812467-4255. Formerly Walton’s International Comfort Food, serving smokehouse delights in a unique atmosphere.

PRIVATE CLUBS

EVANSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB: 3810 Stringtown Road, 812-425-2243. Executive chef on staff. Diverse menu selection. Member-only dining.

OAK MEADOW COUNTRY CLUB: 11505 Browning Road, 812-867-1900. Chefcreated menu in full-service dining room and diverse options ranging from traditional to cutting edge. Breakfast served on weekends. Member-only dining.

ROLLING HILLS COUNTRY CLUB: 1666 Old Plank Road, Newburgh, IN, 812925-3336. Executive chef on staff. New and classic dishes including chicken, seafood specials, and pastas. Member-only dining.

DELIS

THE BISTRO: 1 Main St. (Old National Bank), 812-424-5801. Fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, paninis, desserts, and daily specials. Catering available.

BOWLIFY SUPERFOODS: 250 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-303-2874. Acai bowls, smoothies, and avocado toasts.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK: 1414 Hirschland Road, 812-594-9820. More than 12 flavors of chicken salad, soups, sides, and desserts.

THE DELI: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Bally’s Evansville), 812-4334000. Deli sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, polish sausage, and pizza.

FIREHOUSE SUBS: 1031 N. Green River Road, 812-909-4445. Hot and cold subs with toppings such as smoked turkey, sliced chicken, veggies, and white chicken salad.

THE GRANOLA JAR CAFÉ & BAKERY: 1033 Mount Pleasant Road, 812-4371899; 333 State St., Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0060; 5600 E. Virginia St., 812-401-8111. Specializes in house-made granola, breads, and vegetarian and vegan options.

HONEYBAKED HAM: 1446 N. Green River Road, 812-471-2940. Boxed lunches, sandwiches, salads, as well as whole, half, or slices of ham. Variety of desserts and side items.

JASON’S DELI: 943 N. Green River Road, 812-471-9905. Sandwiches, salads, and other healthy meals with fresh ingredients and no artificial trans fats, MSG, or high fructose corn syrup.

JIMMY JOHN’S: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-401-5400; 130 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-402-9944; 330 Main St., 812-402-5653; 2320 N. Green River Road, 812-402-5747; 8680 High Point Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-4907111. Deli-style sandwiches, fresh-baked bread, vegetables prepared daily, and cold cut meats.

LIC’S DELI AND ICE CREAM: 800 E. Diamond Ave., 812-424-4862; 4501 Lincoln Ave., 812-477-3131; 2311 W. Virginia St., 812-423-4173; 2001 Washington Ave., 812-473-0569; 11 N.W. Fifth St., 812-422-2618; 8700 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-0022. Deli-style soups, salads, sandwiches, locally made ice cream, and sorbets.

MCALISTER’S DELI: 2220 N. Green River Road, 812-618-2050; 5301 Pearl Drive, Ste. 100, 812-228-4222; 3788 Libbert Road, Newburgh, IN, 812490-3354. Deli sandwiches, salads, spuds, and sweet tea.

OLD TYME DELI & MEAT SHOP: 307 N. 1st Ave., 812-401-1030. A traditional deli and meat shop offering plate lunches.

PANERA BREAD: 220 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-476-7477; 5201 Pearl Drive, 812-250-7088; 4015 Gateway Blvd., Newburgh, IN, 812-706-6386. Breads, sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, and specialty coffee drinks.

PENN STATION EAST COAST SUBS: 137 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-479-7366; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 812-402-7366; 5310 Pearl Drive, 812-434-7366; 8887 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-401-7366; 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, KY, 270-826-7361. Grilled, made fresh-to-order sub sandwiches, homemade hand-cut fries, and fresh-squeezed lemonade.

SICILIANO SUBS: 2021 W. Franklin St., 812-303-3382. Specialty sandwiches like the Cuban and Siciliano subs.

WHICH WICH: 5401 E. Lloyd Expressway, 812-471-2818; 6401 N. Green River Road, 812-867-0826. An extensive menu of customizable sandwiches and sides.

BAKERIES, COFFEEHOUSES, AND ICE CREAM

BEA SWEET TREATS: 4111 Merchant Drive, Newburgh, Indiana, 812-454-7728. Custom cakes and cookies, macarons, cookies, and other baked goods. BE HAPPY PIE COMPANY: 2818 Mount Vernon Ave., 812-449-7718. Madefrom-scratch pies, cookies, scones, and cookie pies.

BEANS & BARISTAS: 800 N. Green River Road (inside Eastland Mall), 812-475-8566. Full coffee bar, gourmet coffees and teas, Italian sodas, and various pastry treats. Retail gourmet coffee beans and teas and unique gifts.

BUBBLE PANDA: 1524 N. Green River Road, 812-760-2728. Bubble tea shop offering milk and ice teas and lattes.

CLEO’S BAKERY & BROWN BAG LUNCHES: 9 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN, 812-853-0500. Full bakery with cookies, scones, muffins, cupcakes, coffee, and lunches including signature sandwiches paired with choice of chips, pickles, and homemade soup.

CRUMBL COOKIES: 939 N. Burkhardt Road, Ste. B, 812-965-4133. Delivery and carry-out homemade, gourmet cookies.

D-ICE: 800 N. Green River Road (inside Eastland Mall), 812-319-9071. Thai-fried ice cream rolls.

UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, restaurants are handicapped-accessible and accept major credit cards. City and county ordinances prohibit smoking in most facilities. We suggest calling ahead to check which venues are exempt. Evansville Living has made every attempt to present an accurate guide. Please notify us of significant changes in a restaurant’s management, location, or menu. This directory is compiled by editorial staff and not based on advertising.

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FOOD & DRINK

DONUT BANK BAKERY AND COFFEE SHOP: 210 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-426-1011; 2128 N. First Ave., 812-426-2311; 1031 E. Diamond Ave., 812-426-0011; 5 N. Green River Road, 812-479-0511; 1950 Washington Ave., 812-477-2711; 3988 State Highway 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-9911; 1200 Lincoln Ave., 812-402-4111; 4800 W. Lloyd Expressway; 1303 W. Broadway St., Princeton, IN, 812-385-3711; 2630A U.S. Highway 41, Henderson, KY, 270212-0181. Donuts, coffee, cookies, other baked goods, and smoothies.

DUNKIN’: 3960 N. First Ave., 812-550-1500; 850 N. Green River Road, 812-303-5797; 3955 Orchard Lane, Newburgh; 2222 U.S. 41, Henderson, KY. Donuts, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and a variety of coffees.

FARM 57: 3443 Kansas Road, 812-677-5757. House-made pastries plus coffee and drinks.

GAYLACAKE: 320 N. Main St., 812-454-9791. Homemade cakes, mints, chocolate caramel pretzels, and candies.

GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY: 423 Metro Ave. 812-476-4999. Freshbaked bread, breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, homemade soups for lunch, and specialty sweets

H HONEY + MOON COFFEE CO.: (Best Coffee Shop) 612 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-602-3123; 1211 Tutor Lane, 812-893-2945; 20 W. West Water St., Newburgh, IN. 812-746-8168. Curated coffee, drinks, fresh food, and Bliss Artisan ice cream.

JUST RENNIE’S COOKIE CO.: 102 S.E. Fourth St., 812-490-8098. Gourmet lunches, chicken salad sandwiches, club wraps, and cookies.

MILK & SUGAR SCOOP SHOPPE: 2027 W. Franklin St., 812-602-1423; 10931 Highway 66. Premium ice cream shop.

MR. BUBBLE TEA: 503 N. Green River Road, 812-550-3166. Smoothies, Asian beverages, and bubble tea in different flavors.

MULBERRY JEANS: 600 State St., Newburgh, IN, 812-490-5835. High tea served with sandwiches, desserts, an extensive collection of premium coffee beans, and a variety of loose-leaf tea.

ORANGE LEAF: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-401-5215. Up to 70 flavors of frozen yogurt.

H PANADERÍA SAN MIGUEL: (Best Hidden Gem) 2004 Washington Ave., 812-814-8037. Traditional Mexican bakery with cakes, pastries, and bread.

PARLOR DOUGHNUTS: 301 N. Green River Road, 812-303-5906; 204 Main St., 812-303-4487. Fresh doughnuts, croissant doughnuts, and coffee from Proper Coffee Roasters.

PENNY LANE COFFEEHOUSE: 600 S.E. Second St., 812-421-8741. Fair trade organic espresso and espresso drinks, gourmet coffees, Italian sodas, fresh-baked pastries, and vegetarian soups.

PIECE OF CAKE: 210 Main St., 812-424-2253. Customized cakes, cookies, coffee, sodas, breakfast items, and more.

RIVER CITY COFFEE + GOODS: 223 Main St., 812-550-1695. Espresso bar, brewed coffees, pour-overs, and teas.

RIVER KITTY CAT CAFE: 226 Main St., 812-550-1553. Coffee, tea, croissants, cookies, biscotti, and savory pastries.

STARBUCKS: 624 S. Green River Road (inside Barnes & Noble), 812-475-1054; 504 N. Green River Road, 812-476-7385; 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, Ste. 16, 812-401-1771; 4700 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-549-4053; 4650 First Ave., 812-421-0461; 601 Walnut St., 812-423-5002; 7755 State Highway 66, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-0234.

SUGAR FIX: 333 State St., Newburgh, IN, 865-851-1164. A candy shop with a variety of candies, chocolates, and sweet treats.

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ: 2101 N. Green River Road, 812-297-9727. Smoothies, flatbreads, wraps, sandwiches.

DINERS, CAFÉS, AND FAMILY RESTAURANTS

10-8 CAFÉ: 4209 U.S. 41 North, 812-413-0129 and 812-413-9355. A café with breakfast, appetizers, pizza, sandwiches, burgers, and a coffee lab serving specialty brews.

1820 CAFÉ: 5721 E. Virginia St. (in the Vineyard Bookstore), 812-479-8777. Croissants with chicken salad, gourmet coffees, and fruit smoothies.

BIG-TOP DRIVE IN: 1213 W. Maryland St., 812-424-7442. Sandwiches, chicken strips, and ice cream.

BURGER BANK: 1617 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-475-2265. Mini-burgers cheeseburgers, fries, and more.

CAFÉ COURT (RIDGWAY UNIVERSITY CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EVANSVILLE): 1800 Lincoln Ave., 812-488-2951. Hot entrées, salad bar, deli and grill; Chick-fil-A; Starbucks Coffee, sandwiches, and salads at Rademacher’s Cafe; convenience store Aces Place.

THE CAROUSEL: 5115 Monroe Ave., 812-479-6388. Classic American cuisine.

CATFISH WILLY’S SEAFOOD & COMFORT CUISINE: 5720 E. Virginia St., 812401-2233. Seafood favorites like crab, lobster, shrimp, and gator, as well as Southern comfort food.

CHICK-O-FISH: 3904 N. First Ave., 812-550-1270. Fried chicken, shrimp and fish combos, po boy sandwiches, salads, hush puppies, red beans and rice, and mac & cheese.

CLEAVERS: 5501 E. Indiana St., 812-473-0001. A casual restaurant serving sandwiches including pulled pork, Chicago-style Italian beef, pork loin, and steak.

CROSS-EYED CRICKET: 2101 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-422-6464. Traditional American cuisine.

THE DINER BY MELES: 550 N. Green River Road, 812-402-1272. Regional specialties, Mexican-inspired dishes, and all-day breakfast.

FRIENDSHIP DINER: 834 Tutor Lane, 812-402-0201. Breakfast, sandwiches, pasta, and home-style favorites.

G.D. RITZY’S: 4810 University Drive, 812-425-8700; 4320 N. First Ave., 812-421-1300; 601 N. Green River Road, 812-474-6259. Grilled hamburgers, grilled chicken, chicken strips, kids meal, hot dogs, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, ultra-thin shoestring-style French fries, old-fashioned ice cream, and milkshakes.

HOOSIER BURGER CO.: 325 S. Green River Road, 812-437-0155. Fresh-toorder burgers, fries, ice cream, and milkshakes.

THE HORNET’S NEST: 11845 Petersburg Road, 812-867-2386. Soups, sandwiches, salads, daily lunch specials, steaks, seafood, and chicken.

JUICY SEAFOOD: 865 N. Green River Road. 812-303-6869. Seafood boils, fried seafood, and appetizers.

JOURNEY FISH AND CHICKEN: 825 S. Green River Road, 812-303-2420. Sandwiches, gyros, fried fish, and fried chicken.

KITE & KEY CAFÉ: 2301 W. Franklin St., 812-401-0275. Breakfast and lunch options, coffee, espresso drinks, and desserts.

THE LANDING: 1 E. Water St., Newburgh, IN, 812-518-1200. Flatbreads, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, and other entrées.

LIBBY AND MOM’S: 2 Richardt Ave., 812-437-3040. Home-cooked meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

MAJOR MUNCH: 101 N.W. First St., 812-306-7317. Cheeseburgers, chili, grilled chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, and catfish.

MERRY-GO-ROUND RESTAURANT: 2101 Fares Ave., 812-423-6388. Traditional American cuisine.

H NELLIE’S RESTAURANT: (Best Place for Breakfast) 8566 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-629-2142. Breakfast and lunch items, such as omelets, pancakes, waffles, sandwiches, burgers, and salads.

THE NEW FRONTIER RESTAURANT AND BAR: 12945 Highway 57, 812-8676786. Bloody Mary bar, appetizers, sandwiches, soups, salads, steak, fried chicken, and pork chops.

THE NEW OLD MILL: 5031 New Harmony Road, 812-963-6000. Steaks, chicken, catch of the day, sandwiches, soups, and salads.

PATTIE’S SAND TRAP AT FENDRICH GOLF COURSE: 1900 E. Diamond Ave., 812-435-6028. Burgers, sandwiches, chicken, and other entrées.

PIE PAN: 905 North Park Drive, 812-425-2261. Traditional American cuisine. Homemade pies sold by the slice and whole.

PIER 17 CAJUN SEAFOOD RESTAURANT AND BAR: 600 N. Green River Road., 812-303-6338. Cajun classic appetizers like fried calamari and seafood from shrimp and oysters to catfish served in combo specials, fried baskets, and boils.

THE TIN FISH: 707 State St., Newburgh, IN, 812-490-7000. Fresh fish flown in daily, clam chowder, gumbo, salads, and sandwiches.

VFW 1114: 110 N. Wabash Ave. of Flags, 812-422-5831. Friday buffet, prime rib on Saturday, and brunch on Sunday.

WAYLON’S DINER ON MAIN: 606 N. Main St, 812-777-0088. All-day breakfast, homemade desserts, lunch specials, and cold sandwiches and wraps for grab-n’-go lunch.

ZESTO: 102 W. Franklin St., 812-424-1416; 920 E. Riverside Drive, 812423-5961. Hamburgers, fish and chicken sandwiches, tenderloins, soups, and ice cream.

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APPLEBEE’S: 5100 E. Morgan Ave., 812-471-0942; 5727 Pearl Drive, 812426-2006; 1950 U.S. Highway 41-N., Henderson, KY, 270-826-9427. Soups, sandwiches, salads, and various dinner entrées.

BISCUIT BELLY: 945 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-777-8300. Shareable breakfast dishes, biscuit sandwiches, biscuits and gravy, and more.

BJ’S RESTAURANT AND BREWHOUSE: 1000 N. Green River Road, 812550-9320. Soups, salads, pizza, pasta, burgers and sandwiches, and other entrées.

BOB EVANS: 1125 N. Green River Road, 812-473-9022. “Homestyle” American menu.

BUBBA 33’S: 1 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-901-6409. Fresh burgers, pizza, sandwiches, entrees, classic pub-style appetizers and sides, and a full bar.

CHEDDAR’S: 2100 N. Green River Road, 812-491-9976. Garden-fresh salads, homemade soups, and varied entrée selections including pasta, lemon pepper chicken, and tilapia.

CRACKER BARREL: 8215 Eagle Lake Drive, 812-479-8788; 2130 U.S. 60 E., Henderson, KY, 270-826-5482. Classic American cuisine.

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CULVER’S: 1734 Hirschland Road, 812-437-3333; 4850 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-492-8000. ButterBurgers and frozen custard.

DRAKE’S: 1222 Hirschland Road, 812-401-2920. An American chain known for craft beer, burgers, and sushi.

FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES: 5402 E. Indiana St., 812-401-1773. Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and Cajun fries.

FREDDY’S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS: 2848 N. Green River Road, 812-909-4395; 5501 Pearl Drive, 812-303-6137. Steakburgers, various sandwiches, and frozen custard.

GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE: 130 N. Cross Pointe Blvd., 812-4731095; 1320 N. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-869-9310. Large buffet selections, steaks, shrimp, and chicken.

JAKE’S WAYBACK BURGERS: 115 Cross Pointe Blvd., 812-475-9272; 624 E. Diamond Ave., 812-422-4999. Burgers, hot dogs, and hand-dipped thick milkshakes.

LOGAN’S ROADHOUSE: 5645 Pearl Drive, 812-421-0908. American fare including handcut steaks, baby-back ribs, mesquite-grilled chicken, appetizers, salads, and seafood.

LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE: 320 N. Green River Road, 812-473-2400. Steak, chicken, ribs, seafood, sandwiches, and burgers.

O’CHARLEY’S: 7301 E. Indiana St., 812-479-6632; 5125 Pearl Drive (at Red Bank Road and Lloyd Expressway), 812-424-3348. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: 7201 E. Indiana St., 812-474-0005. Specialty steaks, chicken, seafood entrées, salads, and vegetable side dishes.

PANDA EXPRESS: 2445 Menards Drive, 812-479-8889. Chinese fast food like orange chicken, sesame chicken, and fried rice.

RAFFERTY’S: 1400 N. Green River Road, 812-471-0024. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées.

RED LOBSTER: 4605 Bellemeade Ave., 812-477-9227. Soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood entrées, fresh-catch, and daily specials.

RED ROBIN: 6636 E. Lloyd Expressway, 812-473-4100. A variety of hamburgers including the “Banzai Burger,” the “Royal Red Robin Burger,” and the “Whiskey River BBQ Burger.” Full bar menu.

TERIYAKI MADNESS: 8833 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-4900048. Japanese inspired, Seattle-style teriyaki customizable bowls of chicken, steak, tofu, veggies, noodles, white rice, fried rice.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE: 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd., 812-477-7427. Ribs, steaks, side items, and fresh baked bread.

TGI FRIDAY’S: 800 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Mall food court), 812-491-8443. Specialty salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, chicken, pasta, and seafood entrées.

WINGSTOP: 499 N. Green River Road, Ste. B, 812-909-3445. Classic, boneless, and crispy tenders wings in 11 flavors.

PIZZERIAS

ARCHIE & CLYDE’S RESTAURANT & BAR: 8309 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-7778. Pizza, fried cheese ravioli, wraps, salads, soups, gyros, and barbecue.

AZZIP PIZZA: 5225 Pearl Drive, 812-401-3572; 8680 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-3810; 2121 N. Green River Road, 812-901-

0490; 4660 N. First Ave., 812-250-8947.  All personal sized pizzas (8 or 11 inches) made with one meat and all the vegetable toppings included. Thin and crispy pizza. Warm cookies, salad, beer, and wine also available.

DONATOS PIZZA: 710 S. Greeen River Road, Ste. 3, 812-618-3868. Pizza, oven-baked subs, salad, calzones, and desserts.

DONTAE’S HIGHLAND PIZZA PARLOR: 6669 Kratzville Road, 812-777-0016. Pizzas, strombolis, paninis, and salads.

DONTAE’S ON MAIN PIZZA PARLOR: 606 N. Main St., 812-437-8080. The second location of Dontae’s Highland Pizza serves its traditional menu as well as exciting new twists on classic pizzas.

FARM 57: 3443 Kansas Road, 812-677-5757. Wood-fired, brick-oven pizza from The Pizza Revolution and weekly food truck events.

FAT BOY’S PIZZA: 10722 Highway 662 W., Newburgh, IN, 812-518-3061. Local una-style pizza serving take out orders only.

FRANKLIN STREET PIZZA FACTORY: 2033 W. Franklin St., 812-602-3028. Pizza, sandwiches, appetizers, and salads.

GARDO’S ITALIAN OVEN: 13220 Darmstadt Road, 812-868-8071. Pizza, sandwiches, wings, appetizers, and salads.

GATTITOWN: 316 N. Green River Road, 812-473-3800. Buffet-style pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts all in a kids’ festival-like arcade.

HARMONY PIZZA: 1101 Harmony Way, 812-424-8882. New York-style pizza, strombolis, breadsticks, and garlic knots.

HEADY’S PIZZA: 4120 N. First Ave., 812-437-4343. Pizza, subs, wings, and pasta. Late night delivery available.

KIPPLEE’S STADIUM INN: 2350 Division St., 812-476-1963. Fried appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, and pizza.

LITTLE CAESARS: 2007 Washington Ave., 812-471-5755; 7755 B Fruitwood Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-2984; 130 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-4019555; 2411 Stringtown Road, 812-401-8555; 2539 Highway 41 N., Ste. A, Henderson, KY, 270-831-1800. Pizzas and breads, including cheese bread, pepperoni cheese bread, and crazy bread.

THE LOBO LOUNGE: 1200 Edgar St., 812-550-1001. Pizza, adult beverages, and more.

LOMBARDI’S NEW YORK PIZZA AND WINGS: 3311 N. Green River Road, 812-602-5255. Authentic New York-style pizza sold by the slice or whole and buffalo wings.

LYLE’S SPORTSZONE PIZZA & PUB: 1404 E. Morgan Ave., 812-425-7729. Home of Lyle’s original loaded stromboli. Also serves pizza and sandwiches.

MOD PIZZA: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, Ste. C, 812-602-5525. Custom, artisan-style pizzas.

NOBLE ROMAN’S: 222 S. Red Bank Road, 812-303-4010; 1216 Washington Square Mall, 812-473-4606. Pizzas, salads, breadsticks, garlic bread, hand-sauced chicken wings, pasta, and sandwiches.

PANGEA KITCHEN: 111 S. Green River Road, Ste. E., 812-401-2404. Offering authentic Neapolitan and Detroit-style pizzas, Thai cuisine, and Italian gelato.

PANGEA PIZZERIA: 401 N.W. Second St., 812-401-2500. Neo-Neapolitan pizza, scratch-made gelato from Pangea Kitchen, and Grande cookies.

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PIZZA KING: (dine-in facilities) 220 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-424-7976; 7777 State Highway 66, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-3368; 1033 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-476-4941. Pizza and baked stromboli-type sandwiches.

PIZZA OVEN: 5806 Stringtown Road, 812-425-1455. Pizza, strombolis, and Texas barbecue sandwiches.

ROCA BAR AND PIZZA: 1618 S. Kentucky Ave., 812-422-7782. Sandwiches, salads, pasta entrées, pizza, steaks, and chicken. Live entertainment and patio dining.

ROUNDERS PIZZA: 510 W. Mill Road, 812-424-4960; 12731 N. Green River Road, 812-867-7172. Specialty pizzas including the Nameless Special, a pie with the tomato sauce on top, and the Bavarian, a pie served with mustard.

SAM’S PIZZERIA: 2011 W. Delaware St., 812-423-3160. Pizza, sandwiches, calzones, and breadsticks.

THE SLICE: 2011 Lincoln Ave., 812-402-8518. Pizza by the slice or pie. Non-traditional varieties.

SPANKEY’S UNA PIZZA: 4404 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-402-6776. A pizza joint with a variety of specialty pizzas such as The Westsider with an assortment of meat toppings, and the Alfredo chicken bacon.

STEVE’S UNA PIZZA: 1005 S. St. James Blvd., 812-477-5411. Dinner-only takeout, thin-crust pizzas and extras.

H TURONI’S FORGET-ME-NOT-INN: (Best Pizza) 4 N. Weinbach Ave., 812477-7500. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-brewed beers.

H TURONI’S PIZZERY AND BREWERY: (Best Pizza) 408 N. Main St., 812424-9871. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-brewed beers.

H TURONI’S PIZZERY AND BREWERY NEWBURGH: (Best Pizza) 8011 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-5555. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-brewed beers.

BARBECUE

BANDANA’S BAR-B-Q: 6636 Logan Drive, 812-401-9922. Pork, beef, chicken, and ribs specially prepared over a pit of select hardwoods for a signature smoked flavor.

HICKORY PIT STOP: 1521 N. Main St., 812-422-6919. Barbecue chicken, turkey, pork, mutton, and a variety of side dishes.

KENNY’S SMOKE SHACK BBQ: 901 W. Franklin St. 812-303-0867. Chopped whole hog, turkey legs, smoked sausage links, sliced brisket, chopped mutton, sandwiches, and various sides.

MARX BBQ: 3119 W. Maryland St., 812-425-1616. Barbecue chicken, pork, and ribs.

H MISSION BBQ: (Best Barbecue Restaurant) 1530 N. Green River Road, 812-213-0200. Barbecue, made-from-scratch sides, and sandwiches.

WOLF’S BAR-B-Q: 6600 N. First Ave., 812-424-8891. Barbecue pork, chicken, beef, pork ribs, large variety of vegetable side dishes, homemade soup, and chili.

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ASIAN

2ND LANGUAGE: 401 N.W. Second St., 812-401-2500. Authentic Asian cuisine, ramen, and desserts. Open for lunch and dinner service.

BIG BANG MONGOLIAN GRILL: 2013 N. Green River Road, 812-602-1400. Open-bar Mongolian grill stir fry, lunch and dinner options, and appetizers.

CANTON INN: 947 North Park Drive, 812-428-6611. Cantonese and American-style appetizers, soups, poultry, beef, pork, and seafood dishes.

CHINA KING: 590 E. Diamond Ave., 812-423-1896. Traditional Chinese entrées.

CHINA VILLAGE: 8423 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-8238.

CHOPSTICK HOUSE RESTAURANT: 5412 E. Indiana St., 812-473-5551. Chinese buffet.

CRAZY BUFFET: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-437-8833. Chinese buffet.

DOMO JAPANESE HIBACHI GRILL, SUSHI, AND RAMEN: 215 N. Green River Road, 812-491-0003. Authentic Japanese dishes, bento boxes, sushi, ramen, and hibachi.

FUJI YAMA: 915 North Park Drive, 812-962-4440. Soups, salads, noodles, rice, sushi, hand rolls, chicken, beef, and shrimp dishes.

GANGNAM KOREAN: 518 Main St., 812-550-1171. Korean cuisine, rice and noodle dishes, seafood, and sushi rolls.

GOLDEN BUDDHA: 3221 Taylor Ave., 812-473-4855; 5066 Highway 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-2680.

GRACIE’S CHINESE CUISINE: 12500 U.S. Highway 41-N., 812-868-8888.

JAYA’S RESTAURANT: 119 S.E. Fourth St., 812-422-6667. Authentic Korean cuisine and sushi.

JIMMY GAO’S SZECHWAN CHINESE RESTAURANT: 669 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 812-479-7600. Extensive Chinese menu.

JUMAK: 5720 E. Virginia St., 812-303-1705. Traditional Korean dishes such as bibimbap, yachae twigim, and bulgogi.

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FOOD & DRINK

KANPAI: 4593 Washington Ave., 812-471-7076. International fare, Japanese sushi bar, beer, wine, and sake.

LINCOLN GARDEN: 2001 Lincoln Ave., 812-471-8881. Chinese appetizers, soups, lunch platters, and entrées including crab rangoon and General Tso’s chicken.

MAMA’S KITCHEN: 1624 N. Green River Road (inside Aihua International Market), 812-479-7168. Stir-fried dishes and soups.

NINKI JAPANESE BISTRO: 4222 Bell Road, Ste. 7, Newburgh, IN, 812-5183055. Authentic Japanese cuisine.

OSAKA JAPANESE HIBACHI AND SUSHI: 5435 Pearl Drive, 812-303-0359. Hibachi-style cuisine, sushi bar, and specialty dishes for dine-in and carry-out.

POKÉ PIRATE: 2013 N. Green River Road, 812-434-1725. Signature bowls and build-your-own poke.

POKÉ RIVER: 6240 E. Virginia St., 812-303-8003. Poke and sushi dishes, like poke bowls, sushi burritos, or poke salads.

ROPPONGI JAPANESE STEAK & SUSHI: 7221 E. Indiana St., 812-437-5824. Sushi, filet mignon, New York strip, and hibachi.

SAKURA: 4833 Highway 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0553, Japanese cuisine like sushi, sashimi, fried rice, tempura, and hibachi dinners.

TASTE OF CHINA: 4579 University Drive, 812-422-1260.

THAI ORCHIDS: 601 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Ste. 200, 812-6120465. Traditional cuisine featuring curry dishes, drunken noodles, and Thai custard.

THAI PAPAYA CUISINE: 1434 Tutor Lane, 812-477-8424. Authentic Thai cuisine, including Pad Thai, papaya salad, spicy prawn soup, and satay.

TOKYO JAPAN RESTAURANT: 3000 N. Green River Road, 812-401-1020. Hibachi grill: chicken, beef, shrimp, and scallops.

VIETNAMESE CUISINE: 4602 Vogel Road, 812-479-8818. Vietnamese fare, including traditional noodle dishes.

WASABI EVANSVILLE: 1122 Hirschland Road, 812-602-3737. Sushi, hibachi meals, appetizers, soups, and salads.

YAK & YETI: 815 S. Green River Road, 812-909-2022. Family recipes passed down from multiple generations from the Himalayan region.

YANG’S SHABU SHABU: 4700 Vogel Road, 812-471-8889. Chinese, vegetarian, seafood, Japanese, and more.

YEN CHING: 406 S. Green River Road, 812-474-0181. Weekday lunch specials and evening menu items.

ZUKI: Japanese Hibachi Grill & Sushi Lounge: 1448 N. Green River Road, 812477-9854; 222 Main St., 812-423-9854. Sushi and hibachi-grilled foods.

GERMAN MAN

GERST HAUS: 2100 W. Franklin St., 812-424-1420. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées. Traditional German cuisine. Large imported beer list.

INDIAN

ROYAL INDIAN CUISINE: 7799 Highway 66, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-4018. Authentic Indian cuisine like samosas, tandoori chicken, curry, and more.

TAJ MAHAL: 900 Tutor Lane, 812-476-5000. Tandoori chicken, paneer tikka, panjabi curry, kadai paneer, and more.

ITALIAN/MEDITERRANEAN RRANEAN

ANGELO’S: 305 Main St., 812-428-6666. Pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, and pizzas.

CAFÉ ARAZU: 17 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN, 812-842-2200. Pitas, wraps, and shish kebabs with lamb, chicken, and beef.

KABOB XPRESS: 3305 N. Green River Road, 812-402-0244. Hummus, stuffed grape leaves, falafel, fresh salads, sandwiches, gyro plate, and many kabob plate options.

LITTLE ANGELO’S: 8000 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-8364. Italian cuisine featuring appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, and chicken.

LITTLE ITALY: 4430 N. First Ave., 812-401-0588. Italian and Mediterranean pizzas, soups, salads, pasta, chicken, and sandwiches.

MANNA MEDITERRANEAN GRILL: 2913 Lincoln Ave., 812-473-7005. Stuffed grape leaves, gyros, and shish kebabs.

MILANO’S ITALIAN CUISINE: 500 Main St., 812-484-2222. Pizzas, pasta, baked sandwiches, and dinner entrées.

OLIVE GARDEN: 1100 N. Green River Road, 812-473-2903. Soups, salads, pasta, and luncheon entrées.

SAUCED: 1113 Parrett St., 812-402-2230. Pasta, steak, and seafood.

H SMITTY’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE: (Best Outdoor Dining/Patio Atmosphere) 2109 W. Franklin St., 812-423-6280. Premium steak, pasta, pizza, and Italian favorites.

LATIN AMERICAN EX MEX

CARIBBEAN CUISINE: 1010 S. Kentucky Ave., 812-303-0631. Caribbean and Haitian dishes like red beans and rice, oxtail, and fish.

CASA FIESTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 2121 N. Green River Road, 812-4014000. Traditional Tex Mex entrees are offered alongside Evansvillecentric dish such as chicken on the beach.

CHAVA’S MEXICAN GRILL: 4202 N. First Ave., 812-401-1977. Authentic Mexican cuisine offering burritos, tacos, and more.

CHIPOTLE: 499 N. Green River Road, 812-471-4973. Tacos, burritos, salads, drinks, chips, and guacamole.

EL CHARRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 720 N. Sonntag Ave., 812-421-1986. Occasional mariachi band performances. Specialties include paella and chimichangas.

EL MARIACHI MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 1919 N. Green River Road, 812-7770111. Street tacos, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, and other Mexican cuisine.

EL PAISANO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 311 S. Green River Road, 618-967-2131. Street tacos, burritos, tortas, and more.

EL PATRON: 943 N. Park Drive. 812-402-6500. The owners of El Charro opened this restaurant on the North Side, offering authentic Mexican cuisine.

ENA RESTAURANT: 920 Main St., 812-550-1019. Authentic Latin food from countries including Mexico and El Salvador.

FIESTA ACAPULCO: 8480 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-7777. Authentic Mexican dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more.

GHOST QUESADILLA: 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-6000. Mexican favorites like quesadillas, tacos, and burritos.

GOLLITA PERUVIAN CUISINE: 4313 E. Morgan Ave., 812-303-5100. Authentic Peruvian cuisine like Peruvian minestrone, tamales, and papa a la huancaína.

HACIENDA: 990 S. Green River Road, 812-474-1635; 711 N. First Ave., 812-4236355; 5440 Pearl Drive, 812-422-2055; 600 E. Boonville New Harmony Road, 812-401-2180. Tex-Mex menu available all day.

HERRADURA MEXICAN RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL: 4610 Bellemeade Ave., 812-402-0355. Mexican restaurant, bar, and grill.

HOT HEAD BURRITOS: 5625 Pearl Drive, 812-437-5010. Burritos, salad bowls, tacos, nachos, quesadillas to order with meat options including chicken, steak, pork, barbacoa, and taco meat.

JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 4044 Professional Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-2814. Authentic Mexican cuisine.

H LA CAMPIRANA: (Best Latin American Restaurant) 724 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-550-1585. Fresh Mexican cuisine and fresh juice bar.

LA YUNTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 7799 State Route 66, Ste. 102B, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-3297. Fresh, authentic Mexican food, drink specials, and an extensive lunch menu.

LAS AMERICAS STORE AND RESTAURANT, INC.: 1016 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-4753483. Offers Mexican ingredients for purchase and food made in house.

LOS ALFARO’S RESTAURANT: 5201 Kratzville Road, 812-550-1186. Authentic food from Mexico, Argentina, Peru, El Salvador, Colombia, and four other countries. Home to the 2-foot California Breakfast Burrito and the Foot Long Taco.

LOS BRAVOS: 3534 N. First Ave., 812-424-4101; 6226 Waterfront Blvd., 812474-9078; 4630 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-464-3163; 3311 Liberty Blvd., Boonville, IN, 812-897-3442. Traditional Mexican menu.

LOS PORTALES MEXICAN GRILL: 3339 N. Green River Road, 812-475-0566. Authentic Mexican dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more.

LOS TRES CAMINOS: 12100 U.S. Highway 41-N., 812-868-8550. Authentic Mexican cuisine including chimichangas, burritos, Mexican pizza, and quesadillas.

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway (inside The Evansville Pavilion), 812-491-6637. Fresh Mexican cuisine.

NACHOS GRILL: 821 S. Green River Road, 812-909-0030. Authentic Mexican fare made from scratch with fresh ingredients.

QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL: 922 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-401-0800. Mexican eats.

RIVIERA MEXICAN GRILL: 10604 Highway 662, Newburgh, IN, 812-4909936. Fajitas, quesadillas, nacho platters, taco salads, and chimidogs.

SALSARITA’S: 3910 E. Morgan Ave., 812-437-2572; 4077 State Route 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-5050. Mexican cuisine like burritos, tacos, taco salads, and its signature Quesorito.

SUNRISE CAFÉ FAMILY RESTAURANT: 8401 N. Kentucky Avenue, 812-626-0050. A family restaurant with a mix of Mexican and American cuisine.

TAQUERIA Y PUPUSERIA MIRANDA: 2008 Washington Ave., 812-492-9992. Specializing in authentic Salvadorian Pupusas and street tacos with a variety of fillings.

THE TAQUERIA COMPANY: 800 N. Green River Road (inside Eastland Mall), 812-550-1505; 2519 N. First Ave., 812-602-4041. Tacos, quesadillas, nachos, fajitas, and burritos with homemade tortillas.

SPORTS BARS

BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL AND BAR: 715 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 812-471-9464; 5405 Pearl Drive, 812-423-9464. Chicken wings cooked with various seasonings, burgers, salads, and chicken.

BURGH HOUSE AT SHOWPLACE FEC: 8099 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-6843. Specialty burgers, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, and drinks.

CHASER’S BAR AND GRILL: 2131 W. Franklin St., 812-401-1699. Sandwiches, pizza, burgers, salads, and lunch specials.

FOOD & DRINK

CORNER POCKET BAR & GRILL: 1819 N. Fulton Ave., 812-428-2255. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches, pizzas, stuffed baked potatoes, and appetizers.

DOC’S BAR: 1305 Stringtown Road, 812-401-1201. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, and desserts. Family room and kids menu available. Free Wi-Fi and full bar.

FRANKLIN STREET TAVERN: 2126 Franklin St., 812-401-1313. Drink specials and pizza.

GHOST SPORTS BAR: 5501 Pearl Drive, 812-985-8477; 4222 Bell Road, Ste. 2 (Next to Ghost Quesadilla), 812-490-6000. Classic bar favorites and spicy specialties.

HOOTERS: 4620 Lincoln Ave., 812-475-0229. Appetizers, including cooked and raw oysters, soups, salads, and sandwiches.

KC’S MARINA POINTE: 1801 Waterworks Road, 812-550-1050. Seafood options and full bar.

MOJO’S BONEYARD SPORTS BAR & GRILLE: 4920 Bellemeade Ave., 812475-8593. Bar food including chicken wings, burgers, and strombolis.

O’BRIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL: 1801 N. Green River Road, 812-401-4630. Irish tavern food, Reubens, burgers, soup, and salad.

TIKI ON MAIN: 524 Main St., 812-424-5020. Burgers, hot dogs, gyros, small pizzas, fish dinners, and cold drinks. Open seasonally.

WINGS ETC.: 628 E. Diamond Ave., 812-909-2945; 8833 High Point Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0550. Chicken wings, burgers, wraps, salads, and wide beer selection.

TAVERN FOOD

BOKEH LOUNGE: 1007 Parrett St., 812-909-0388. Open daily at 11 a.m. Offering a full menu including steaks, kabobs, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian meals. Brunch on Sunday and late-night breakfasts served Friday and Saturday.

THE BREW BROTHERS TAP HOUSE: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Tropicana Evansville), 812-433-4000. Appetizers, flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, and specialty entrees. Also features 36 rotating seasonal beers on tap.

BUD’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY BAR AND GRILL: 2124 W. Franklin St., 812-4011730. Southern comfort food, daily plate lunch and beer specials, and gourmet flatbreads.

DARMSTADT INN: 13130 Darmstadt Road, 812-867-7300. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and plate lunches. Dinner entrées include steaks, fried chicken, and seafood.

DEERHEAD SIDEWALK CAFÉ AND BAR: 222 E. Columbia St., 812-425-2515. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and double-decker pizzas.

ENIGMA BAR & GRILL: 4044 Professional Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-4900600. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and various entrées as well as a tequila menu.

FOOL MOON GRILL AND BAR: 5625 Pearl Drive, 812-467-7486. Appetizers, wings, signature salads, and burgers.

HIGHLAND INN: 6620 N. First Ave., 812-909-1500. Appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, and customer-favorite Bloody Marys.

H THE HILLTOP INN: (Restaurant with the Best Breaded Tenderloin) 1100 Harmony Way, 812-303-3732. Sandwiches including brains, fried bologna, fried fish, salad bar, steaks, chicken, and seafood entrées.

HORNVILLE TAVERN: 2607 W. Baseline Road, 812-963-9318. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrées including 16-ounce smoked pork chops, fried chicken, steaks, and daily specials.

HORSTKETTER’S TAVERN: 5809 Stringtown Road, 812-423-0692. Traditional tavern serving cold beer and deli meats.

K.C.’S TIME OUT LOUNGE & GRILL: 1121 Washington Square, 812-437-9920. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and pizza. Plate lunch specials Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

KNOB HILL TAVERN: 1016 Highway 662 W., Newburgh, IN, 812-853-9550. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées including shrimp, steak, chicken, fiddlers, and hand-tossed pizzas.

LAMASCO BAR & GRILL: 1331 W. Franklin St., 812-437-0171. Basic tavern menu including soups, salads, and sandwiches.

PEEPHOLE BAR & GRILL: 201 Main St., 812-423-5171. Cheeseburgers, onion rings, fries, and the splitter (a fried hot dog).

PRIME TIME PUB & GRILL: 8177 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0655; 12301 Hwy 41 N., 812-247-0093. Prime rib, burgers, half-pound burgers, salads, more than 30 bourbons, and more.

THE ROOFTOP: 112 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 812-550-1599. Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, and pizza.

THE SPORTSDEN BAR + GRILL: 701 N. Weinbach Ave., Ste. 110, 812-479-8887. Lyleboli, TNT burger, and Brew City fries.

SPORTSMAN’S BILLIARDS AND GRILLE: 2315 W. Franklin St., 812-422-0801. Hamburgers, chicken breasts, and catfish plates.

ST. JOE INN: 9515 Saint Wendel Road, 812-963-9310. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunch specials, fiddlers, steaks, and fried chicken dinners.

ST. PHILIP INN: 11200 Upper Mount Vernon Road, 812-985-5558. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and plate lunch specials. Dinner including fried chicken, steaks, and shrimp.

STOCKWELL INN: 4001 E. Eichel Ave., 812-476-2384. Plate lunches, homemade soup, salads, sandwiches, steak, pork chops, fiddlers, and brain sandwiches.

ZAPS TAVERN: 3725 St. Philip Road, 812-985-2121. Tavern-style food including wings, burgers, dinner entrees, and weekend breakfast service.

BREWERIES, WINERIES, AND CRAFT COCKTAILS

ARCADEMIE: 22 NW. Sixth St., 812-303-7771. Craft cocktails, regional beer on tap, and fresh Mexican classics from Botanas by La Campriana.

BARKER BREWHOUSE: 96 N. Barker Road, 812-437-5079. Serving an extensive selection of beers, craft and brewed onsite, plus wines and non-alcoholic beverages.

DAMSEL BREW PUB: 209 N. Wabash Avenue of Flags, 812-909-1956. A microbrewery and restaurant serving pub food.

KNOB HILL TAVERN REUBEN SANDWICH

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ENTWINED WINE AND COCKTAIL BAR: 303 Main St., 812-550-1393. A robust list of wine, beer, and cocktail, plus appetizing plates of starters and shareables.

FIDEL’S BOURBON AND CIGAR BAR: 950 Parrett St. (above Walton’s), 812-467-4255. More than 100 premium bourbons, prohibition-era cocktails, and extensive cigar lockers.

HAYNIE’S CORNER BREWING CO.: 56 Adams Ave., 812-909-2668. Craft ale, beers, and local wine.

HIGH SCORE SALOON: 323 Main St., Ste. F., 812-909-3229. Arcade bar with local and regional brews, full bar, and trash tots.

JENNINGS STREET PUBLIC HOUSE: 300 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN. 812-5184007. Local craft beer, wine, domestics, scratch cocktails, and spirits.

H MO’S HOUSE: (Best Bar) 1114 Parrett St., 812-401-3800. Two bars serving craft cocktails made from scratch, ample lounge seating, patio space, and snacks.

H MYRIAD BREWING COMPANY: (Best Brewery) 100 S.E. First St., 812402-1515; 8245 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-402-1515. Housebrewed and guest beers.

CATERING

ACROPOLIS CATERING/VENUE 812: 1401 N. Boeke Road, 812-475-9320/812-7584660. Greek-American cuisine, chicken, beef, lamb, salads, and desserts.

H AGAPE GRAZE: (Best Place to Play with Your Food) 1401 N. Boeke Road, 812-518-0008. Charcuterie catering and gift delivery services.

THE BALLROOM AT SAUCED: 1119 Parrett St., 812-422-2230.

BAUERHAUS MOBILE CATERING: 13605 Darmstadt Road, 812-759-9000. Customized menus from simple party trays with gourmet hors d’oeuvres to elegant seven-course meals.

CHERYL MOCHAU, PERSONAL CHEF: 812-499-4631. Specializes in preparing and teaching others to prepare food for low-fat and special diets, including Atkins, salt-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, and others.

DILEGGE’S: 607 N. Main St., 812-428-3004. Fine Italian-American cuisine available for catering or served in the in-house banquet room.

JAYSON MUNOZ CATERS: 4593 Washington Ave., 812-471-7076. Favorite dishes from Chef Jayson Munoz.

JUST RENNIE’S CATERING: 100 S.E. Fourth St., 812-401-8098. Specializes in fine foods.

KOKIES FOOD SERVICE & BANQUET CENTERS: 11917 Highway 66, 812-4238229. Can prepare anything from tacos to lobster.

NORTH MAIN ANNEX: 701 N. Main St., 812-250-4551. Gourmet catering from breakfast to dessert, and a daily, fresh-made menu of breakfast, salads, baked goods, and deli classics.

PAPPA BEAR’S CATERING: 812-568-8890. Whole hog roasts, hand-sliced brisket, smoked pork chops, rib-eye steaks, pulled pork barbecue, baked chicken, side items, and desserts.

H PIZZA REVOLUTION: (Best Food Truck) Downtown Evansville Farmers Market and various locations, 812-430-5945. Mobile wood-fired pizza and salads.

REGIONAL DINING

BOONVILLE, IN

2ND STREET BISTRO & BAKERY: 115 S. Second St., Boonville, IN, 812-573-8887. Freshly baked desserts, cookies, cakes, pies, and more.

3RD STREET SALOON: 118 S. 3rd St., Boonville, IN. Traditional pub food with unique homemade twists made with local meats.

COMMANDER’S GRILL: 118 W. Locust St., Boonville, IN, 812-715-0055. A sandwich shop with fried chicken, salads, steaks, and pork chops.

PIZZA CHEF OF BOONVILLE: 423 W. Main St., Boonville, IN, 812-897-1600. Pizza, baked Italian entrées, sandwiches, salad bar, and hot food bar.

TF ICE CREAM: 1002 E. Walnut St., Boonville, IN, 812-715-3367. Ice cream, sherbet, and more.

BRISTOW,

IN

WINZERWALD WINERY: 26300 N. Indiana Lake Road, Bristow, IN, 812-3577000. German-inspired wines, flatbreads, salads, Bavarian pretzels, charcuterie trays, and paired wine and food flights.

ELBERFELD,

IN

ELBIE’S ICE CREAM: 70 SE. Front St., Elberfeld, IN, 812-403-3778. Ice cream stand with specialty dishes, ice cream nachos, unicorn sundaes, and more.

FORT BRANCH, IN

R’Z CAFÉ AND CATERING: 104 N. Main St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-615-0039. Classic comfort food to modern cuisine, including breakfast and lunch combinations as well as daily specials.

SANDY’S PIZZA: 609 S. Main St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-753-3972; 111 E. Broadway St., Princeton, IN, 812-635-9128. Pizza, strombolis, sandwiches, and spaghetti.

FOOD & DRINK

THAI CHOW ORIENTAL FOODS: 1007 S. McCreary St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-753-3878. Classic Thai food.

HAUBSTADT, IN

CARRIAGE INN: 103 Gibson St., Haubstadt, IN, 812-768-6131. Plate lunches, sandwiches, soups, salads, steaks, and assorted dinner entrées.

HAUB STEAK HOUSE: 101 E. Haub St. (next to railroad tracks), Haubstadt, IN, 812-768-6462. A la carte menu. Steak, prime rib, seafood, chicken, pork, vegetable side dishes, and desserts.

LOG INN: 12491 Country Road 200 E., Haubstadt, IN, 812-867-3216. Fried chicken, ham, roast beef, and fiddlers.

NISBET INN: 6701 Nisbet Station Road, Haubstadt, IN, 812-963-9305. Homemade soups, desserts, and barbecue.

JASPER, IN

SCHNITZ BREWERY & PUB: 2031 Newton St., Ste. B, Jasper, IN, 812-8482739. American and German craft beers, pizza, and sandwiches.

SCHNITZELBANK RESTAURANT: 393 Third Ave., Jasper, IN, 812-482-2640. Authentic German food.

SCHNITZELBANK CATERING: 409 Third Ave., Jasper, IN, 888-336-8233 or 812-634-2584. Caters home-cooked favorites to elegant cuisine.

SMALLEY COFFEE: 2955 Newton St., Jasper, IN, 812-482-2442. Handcrafted drinks including tea, coffee, and frozen drinks.

SNAPS BAR & GRILL: 1115 Main St., Jasper, IN, 812-848-7627. Sandwiches, burgers, salads, steaks, chicken, and pasta dishes.

MONTGOMERY, IN

GASTHOF AMISH VILLAGE: 6747 E. Gasthof Village Road, Montgomery, IN, 812-486-4900. Amish-style buffet.

MOUNT VERNON, IN

3 CHICKS FUDGERY: 305 Main St., Mount Vernon, IN, 812-457-2633. Fresh fudge, gourmet coffee, unique gifts and décor, and charcuterie from Board and Wheel.

DUSTY BARN DISTILLERY: 6861 Carson School Road, Mount Vernon, IN. 812-454-0135. A distillery making bourbon, rye, and liqueurs with a tasting room open for sampling, cocktails, and bottle purchases.

HAWG N’ SAUCE: 6580 Leonard Road, Mount Vernon, IN, 812-838-5339. Barbecue entrées and home-style side dishes.

YOUR WAY CAFE: 111 E. Water St., Ste. 1000, Mount Vernon, IN, 812831-3644. Family-owned restaurant serving traditional breakfast and lunch items.

NEW HARMONY, IN

BLACK LODGE COFFEE ROASTERS: 610 Church St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-2449. Pour-overs, presses, cold-brew iced coffee, espressos, and more.

NISBET INN BANANA CREAM PIE FISH BOWL

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THE NEW HARMONY INN & CONFERENCE CENTER: 504 North St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-6150. Caters within a 50-mile radius of New Harmony, Indiana, and offers a variety of food from steaks to sandwiches.

RED GERANIUM: 520 North St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-6171. Contemporary American.

SARA’S HARMONY WAY: 500 Church St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-3611. Various wines, specialty beers, and an assortment of cheeses and salamis. Extensive wine list.

YELLOW TAVERN: 521 Church St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-3303. Must be 21 to enter. Traditional American food.

POSEYVILLE, IN

THE RED WAGON: 6950 Frontage Road, Poseyville, IN, 812-874-2221. Catfish, oyster, shrimp scampi, and grilled salmon.

ROCKPORT, IN

ON THE ROCKS: 305 Walnut St., Rockport, IN., 812-438-6344. Local bar favorites such as wings, burgers, and pizzas, as well as fresh sandwiches and specialty appetizers.

PEPPER’S RIDGE WINERY: 4304 N. County Road 200 W., Rockport, IN, 812-649-9463 (WINE). Free wine tastings, picnic areas, pizza delivery, local meats and cheeses, wine slushies, and weekend live music.

SAINT MEINRAD, IN

MONKEY HOLLOW WINERY: 11534 E. County Road 1740 N., Saint Meinrad, IN, 812-357-2272. Local organic meats and cheeses, Saturday evening concerts in summer, and tasting room.

VINCENNES,

IN NNES, IN

WINDY KNOLL WINERY: 845 Atkinson Road, Vincennes, IN, 812-726-1600. Wine tastings, fruit wines, and wine slushies.

WADESVILLE, IN

FROGGY’S RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR: 7247 Main St., Wadesville, IN, 812-673-4996. Burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and more.

SILVER BELL RESTAURANT: 4424 St. Wendel Road, Wadesville, IN, 812963-0944. Sandwiches, fiddlers, pizza, salad bar, and vegetable side

dishes. Family-style fried chicken dinner specials. Now serving Flavor Burst soft serve ice cream.

HENDERSON, KY

AGAVES MEXICAN GRILL: 2003 Stapp Drive, Henderson, KY, 270957-5028. Mexican fare like burritos, quesadilla, enchiladas, and chimichangas.

BURRITO EXPRESS MEXICAN GRILL: 2630 US Highway 41, Henderson, KY, 270-577-1225. Authentic Mexican cuisine and local specials.

CAFE ON WATER STREET: 104 N. Water St., Henderson, KY, 270-5779402. Casual.

CANCUN MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 341 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-0067. Fajitas, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, seafood, Mexican-style steaks, and more.

CHEFWHAT BBQ & MORE: 422 7th St., Henderson, KY., 270-212-0742. Breakfast sandwiches and fresh barbecue lunch specials made to order daily.

THE DAIRIETTE: 711 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-2401. Hamburgers, tenderloins, fries, milkshakes, and soft-serve sundaes.

ELLIS PARK: 3300 U.S. Highway 41-N., Henderson, KY, 812-425-1456 or 800-333-8110. Clubhouse dining.

FARMER & FRENCHMAN: 12522 U.S. Highway 41-S, Robards, KY, 270748-1856. Café featuring cheese and charcuterie trays, salads, Napolitana pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, desserts, beer, and Farmer & Frenchman wines.

HENDERSON BREWING COMPANY: 737 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-200-4314. IPAs, porters, farmhouse ales, and more.

HENDERSON JUICE CO.: 13 S. Main St., Henderson, KY, 270-832-3767. Fresh juices, smoothies, breakfast items, soups, and wraps.

HOMER’S BARBECUE: 128 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-8692214. Local barbecue with smoked meats, craft sides, cold beer, and cocktails.

HOMETOWN ROOTS: 136 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-212-3653.

Southern comfort food like mac and cheese, pulled pork, and fried chicken.

J & B BAR-B-CUE AND CATERING: 48 S. Holloway St., Henderson, KY, 270-8300033. Chicken, turkey, ham, and pork with a variety of salads and sides.

LOS TORIBIO: 1647 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-831-2367. Traditional Mexican cuisine.

METZGER’S TAVERN: 1000 Powell St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-9461. Traditional tavern appetizers, soups, sandwiches, and breakfast.

MISTER B’S: 1340 Hirschland Road, 812-402-2090; 2611 U.S. Highway 41, Henderson, KY, 270-826-1111. Pizza, wings, sandwiches, soup, salad, and pasta.

MR. D’S: 1435 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-2505. Classic American cuisine.

ROOKIES SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT: 117 S. Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-1106. Angus beef steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, sandwiches, and Arabian salad.

SIDEWALK CAFE: 228 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-831-2233. Gourmet chicken salad, Italian beef, tomato basil turkey wrap, loaded potato soup, and strawberry cake.

TACOHOLICS KITCHEN: 122 First St., Henderson, KY, 270-957-5001. Enchiladas, sopes, quesadillas, Mexican street tacos, and more.

TAYLOR’S GRILL ON WHEELS: 130 N. Water St., Henderson, KY, 270-8544302. Classic smoked meats, barbecue favorites, loaded mac & cheese, and desserts. Take out only.

THOMASON’S BARBECUE: 701 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-0654. Barbecue varieties of pork, mutton, ribs, chicken, ham, or turkey, with sides like potato salad, slaw, and barbecue beans

MORGANFIELD, KY

FEED MILL RESTAURANT & BAR: 3541 State Highway 60-E., Morganfield, KY, 270-389-0047. Seafood and barbecue.

SPOTTSVILLE, KY

BOUCHERIE VINEYARDS AND WINERY: 6523 Keyway Drive, Spottsville, KY, 270-826-6192. Wine tastings and winery tours.

Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Foundation’s Philanthropic Societies

Two great ways to get connected to the Evansville community!

St. Luke Physician Society

Are you a new physician in the Evansville community wanting to connect and impact those you serve? As a member, your support will assist the patients and staff of Ascension St. Vincent Evansville.

Ziemer Society

Make a difference while having fun! As a member, you will have the opportunity to impact the lives of Ascension St. Vincent Evansville’s pediatric patients while networking with local professionals at unique and exciting events.

Scan the QR code to learn more about these exciting opportunities!

Culture & Events

CULTURAL BEACONS

Evansville can claim world-class museums, extensive historical records, celebrated arts and music scenes, and centers devoted to preserving its natural beauty. One such gem is the James W. Reid-designed Willard Library on North First Avenue. Built over nine years in the Gothic Revival style, the exterior of the Willard Carpenter-funded building features a steeply pitched roof with ornamental gables, red brick trimmed in white stone, and terra cotta owls and rosettes.

PHOTO BY ZACH STRAW

LOCAL LIFE

Explore Evansville’s unique personality at these arts, culture, and history sites

ANGEL MOUNDS STATE HISTORIC SITE

8215 Pollack Ave. indianamuseum.org/historic-sites/ angel-mounds

The original 103-acre town and its earthen mounds formed the home of Native American peoples from the Mississippian culture. Read more in “The ABCs of Evansville,” page 44.

ARTS COUNCIL OF SOUTHWESTERN INDIANA

212 Main St. artswin.org

The Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Gallery displays work by regional artists and hosts a seasonal concert series and yoga classes on its rooftop.

EVANSVILLE AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM

579 S. Garvin St. evvaam.org

The last remaining building of Lincoln Gardens, a New Deal-era federal housing project, preserves an original apartment showcasing daily life for 1930s Evansville’s Black community.

EVANSVILLE MUSEUM OF ARTS, HISTORY & SCIENCE

411 S.E. Riverside Drive emuseum.org

Featuring comprehensive collections in art, history, anthropology, and science, the museum hosts regular rotating exhibits as well as an immersive planetarium theater and transportation center.

EVANSVILLE WARTIME MUSEUM

7503 Petersburg Road

evansvillewartimemuseum.org

This museum is dedicated to the city’s immense wartime contributions. On display are a 1943 M4A4 Sherman Tank, an Evansville-built P-47, and more World War II-era artifacts.

HAYNIE’S CORNER ARTS DISTRICT

Corner of Southeast Second Street and Adams Avenue hayniescorner.com

Home to art festivals like Funk in the City and First Fridays, this historic neighborhood features an eclectic mix of restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, and historic buildings.

KOCH FAMILY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF EVANSVILLE

22 S.E. Fifth St. cmoekids.org

Visitors can engage in play via sensory experiences and engaging educational content that focuses on literacy, math, visual and performing arts, culture, and health.

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON

STATE PARK AND MUSEUM

3100 U.S. Highway 41, Henderson, Kentucky parks.ky.gov/henderson/parks/historic/ john-james-audubon-state-park

The museum and state park honoring the 19th century French American naturalist celebrates the area where the Ohio and Wabash river valleys meet, with an emphasis on ornithology.

MESKER PARK ZOO & BOTANIC GARDEN

1545 Mesker Park Drive meskerparkzoo.com

Forty-five scenic acres on Evansville’s northwest side are home to hundreds of plants and animals from around the world, including the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

PETERS-MARGEDANT HOUSE

500 S. Weinbach Ave., on the University of Evansville’s campus petersmargedanthouse.com

Built in 1934 by Evansville native William Wesley Peters, this 552-square-foot curiosity was a prototype of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian-style homes.

REITZ HOME MUSEUM

112 Chestnut St. reitzhome.com

This stately Victorian home is considered one of the country’s best examples of French Second Empire architecture and is open for tours, wine and jazz nights, and beautiful era-centric decorations at Christmas.

TWYMON ART GALLERY

1015 Lincoln Ave. artbytwymon.com

This gallery specializes in community-building events and exhibitions and dedicates its space to underrepresented artists.

USS LST-325 MEMORIAL

610 N.W. Riverside Drive lstmemorial.org

Take a tour of the decommissioned WWII landing ship tank, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the last operational LST in the world.

WILLARD LIBRARY

21 N. First Ave. willard.lib.in.us

Opened in 1885, the library is a well-curated and highly respected gold mine of southern Indiana genealogical and historical records.

MESKER PARK ZOO PHOTO PROVIDED BY SOURCE. ALL OTHER PHOTOS BY ZACH STRAW.

TWYMON ART GALLERY

MESKER PARK ZOO & BOTANIC GARDEN

USS LST-325 MEMORIAL

Take the Stage

PERFORMANCE GROUPS

CHILDREN’S CENTER FOR DANCE EDUCATION

5900 Vogel Road, Ste. A, childdance.org

This ballet company tours throughout the Tri-State staging special spring and winter performances, including “The Nutcracker.”

EVANSVILLE CIVIC THEATRE

Interim home at Benjamin Bosse High School, 1300 Washington Ave. evvcivic.org

The community theater troupe performs a range of staged productions from September to May and offers educational programming for youth and adults.

EVANSVILLE PHILHARMONIC

Office at 20 N.W. Third St., Ste. 500; most performances at Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

Under Music Director Roger Kalia, the orchestra, chorus, and youth orchestra offer classical and pop music concerts, special holiday performances, and community engagement events.

EVANSVILLE SYMPHONIC BAND

evansvillesymphonicband.com

Local professional musicians have entertained the community since 1947 and hold several concerts each summer.

THE SCHOOL OF BALLET INDIANA

303 N. Stockwell Road, Ste. B balletindiana.org

The nonprofit stages several performances a year of new and reimagined works, including a treasured Christmas production of “The Nutcracker.”

STAGETWO PRODUCTIONS

321 N. Congress Ave., stagetwoevansville.org

This community theater group engages residents in acting, singing, directing, costuming, lighting and sound, and set design.

UNIVERSITY OF EVANSVILLE

1800 Lincoln Ave., evansville.edu

UE boasts a nationally acclaimed theatre program and a music conservatory that includes choirs, orchestra, university band, and more.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA

8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

Theater students stage at least four productions, while musicians perform with the chamber and women’s choirs and jazz band.

LIVE MUSIC VENUES

BOKEH LOUNGE

1007 Parrett St., bokehvibes.com

The popular restaurant and bar hosts live music and special Haynie’s Corner events on its indoor and outdoor stages.

CAVANAUGH’S ON THE RIVER

421 N.W. Riverside Drive casinos.ballys.com/evansville

This upscale restaurant inside Bally’s Evansville hosts rotating musicians at its piano bar on the weekends.

KC’S MARINA POINTE

1801 Waterworks Road, themarinapointe.com

Live music reigns at this open-air bar and grill, nightclub and restaurant along the Ohio River.

KC’S TIME-OUT LOUNGE & GRILL

Washington Square Mall, 1121 Washington Square, kcstimeout.com

For night owls, this restaurant and nightclub is open late for live music every weekend.

LAMASCO BAR AND GRILL

1331 W. Franklin St. lamascobarandgrill.com

This West Side restaurant and bar hosts traveling rockers and local bands alike.

MO’S HOUSE

1114 Parrett St., mos-house.com

Famous for its cocktails, Mo’s also welcomes musicians for Sunday jam sessions.

MOJO’S BONEYARD

SPORTS BAR & GRILLE

4920 Bellemeade Ave., facebook.com/ MojosBoneYard

Traveling and local musicians enjoy stopping by the stage at this East Side venue.

PERFORMANCE VENUES

ALLEN FAMILY AMPHITHEATER

600 State Route 662 E., Newburgh, Indiana, allenfamilyamphitheater.com

This riverfront venue hosts school performances, recitals, performing arts, community bands, and even impromptu concerts.

FORD CENTER

1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. fordcenter.com

The multi-use arena is the place for rallies, major touring acts, University of Evansville men’s basketball, and Evansville Thunderbolts professional hockey.

LINCOLN AMPHITHEATRE

15032 E. County Road 1500, Lincoln City, Indiana, lincolnamphitheatre.com

This covered venue in Spencer County hosts both local events and touring performers.

MURPHY AUDITORIUM

419 Tavern St., New Harmony, Indiana, visitnewharmony.com

This Posey County hall holds conferences, lectures, and concerts, including the Under the Beams international music series.

OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA

715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.com

ONEP is Evansville’s main convention center and offers the 2,500-seat Aiken Theatre for musical and theater performances.

PRESTON ARTS CENTER

2660 S. Green St., Henderson, Kentucky, pac.henderson.kctcs.edu/

On the campus of Henderson Community College, Preston Arts Center hosts events for education, performing arts, and visual arts groups.

VICTORY THEATRE

600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

The 102-year-old theater still boasts a busy calendar, including Evansville Philharmonic performances and the annual Victory International Film Festival.

EVANSVILLE SYMPHONIC BAND

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ALLEN FAMILY AMPHITHEATER ALLEN FAMILY AMPHITHEATER PHOTO BY RILEY GUERZINI. OTHER PHOTO PROVIDED BY SOURCE

River City Pride was founded in 2019 by local members of the LGBTQIA+ community to serve the Evansville region through leadership development, educational programs, and community events which achieve inclusivity, equality, strong community connections, and awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues.

Mission:

1. Unite, educate and serve the LGBTQIA+ community.

2. Celebrate and advocate LGBTQIA+ history while providing a safe space for networking and outreach.

Vision:

Create a safe haven that fiercely supports and advocates equality and equity in the community.

Ready to get involved? We hold our Board of Directors meetings every first and third Tuesday of the month. These meetings are used for discussion, event planning, and to review the progress of the organization’s work so we can continue to move forward. We offer time at the end of every board meeting for members of our community to bring questions and issues important to them to our attention, and for community organizations to connect with our board for collaboration and support opportunities. Interested in attending? Privately message us through our website or by email so we may provide additional details.

UPCOMING EVENTS

PRIDE FESTIVAL & PARADE

June 3, 2023 • 12 PM

Main Street, Downtown Evansville

The River City Pride Festival and Parade is the largest Pride celebration in our area. This day is full of fun and festivities, celebrating Pride for the LGBTQIA+ community. There are local vendor booths, food trucks, drag shows, entertainment, and even a kid’s play area. This event is for our entire community to unite together and celebrate diversity and inclusion for everyone.

PRIDE NIGHT AT THE OTTERS

June 11, 2023 • 5 PM Bosse Field

Celebrate Pride Month with the Evansville Otters and River City Pride. There are special Pride-themed limited edition items handed out, and our very own LGBTQIA+ community representative is throwing the first pitch.

LGBTQ RESOURCE FAIR & MUSIC FEST

June 16, 2023 • Time TBA

Haynie’s Corner Arts District

Find LGBTQIA+ healthcare & support resources all in one place while also enjoying some fun and music outdoors in Haynie’s Corner Arts District.

WAG-N-DRAG PET ADOPTION EVENT

June 23, 2023 • 6 PM

Vanderburgh Humane Society ( VHS)

400 Millner Industrial Drive, Evansville, IN

A celebration of pets, people, and pride at the Vanderburgh Humane Society. This event has everything you and your four-legged friend could want! Extended adoption hours, raffle prizes, local vendors, and food trucks.

PRIDE WIFFLEBALL TOURNAMENT

June 25, 2023 • 1 PM

Haynie’s Corner Arts District, Corner of 2nd and Adams

This one-day wiffleball tournament features a showdown between the existing wiffleball divisions and local Priderelated nonprofits and companies. It is a single elimination style game all day with a final winner at the end.

MISS, MISTER, MX. PAGEANT

September 23, 2023 • 6:30 PM Location TBD

An evening of fun where we celebrate our current River City Pride reigning court and crown the new reigning three. There are drag performances from an array of performers in our city.

PRIDE TRUNK-OR-TREAT

October 28, 2023 • 2 PM Location TBD

A free, family-friendly community event where families can enjoy a fun and spooky time filled with free goodies, activities, and giveaways.

QUEER MONTHLY MEETUP

Every second Wednesday of the month • 6 PM

Haynie’s Corner Brewhouse 56 Adams Ave., Evansville, IN

This is a monthly meet-up for the Queer community to enjoy networking and quality time together in a relaxed and safe space.

Scan the QR code to visit our website and learn more!

CULTURE & EVENTS

2023 Calendar of Events by Month

Event dates were accurate as of press time. Please check directly with the organization or venue for the latest event news before attending.

APRIL

THROUGH JUNE 12 New Acquisitions: American Photography in the Permanent Collection

On display are 239 photos donated by 13 renowned photographers to the Evansville Museum’s permanent collection in 2021. Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive, emuseum.org

APRIL 13 Wine, Wags and Whiskers

Raise funds for the Warrick Humane Society and enjoy a five-course small plates dinner catered by To the Table, with drinks presented by wine expert Pam Reimann of Wine-Oh! Tours and Events.

The Parlour at Jennings Street Public House, 300 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, Indiana, warrickhumanesociety.org

APRIL 14 Easterseals Telethon

Airing live on WEHT-TV, watch interviews with local children and adults served by Easterseals, along with appearances by special guests. Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, 3701 Bellemeade Ave., easterseals.com/in-sw

APRIL 14 Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony

The ceremony recognizes local people working to advance women’s rights in the Tri-State through leadership and civic engagement.

Venue 812, 1401 N. Boeke Road, girlscouts-gssi.org

APRIL 14-15 AND 20-23 “Noises Off”

This comedy follows a troupe of zealous actors as they prepare for an ill-fated tour.

University of Evansville’s Shanklin Theatre, 1800 Lincoln Ave., evansville.edu

APRIL 14-16 Devised Show

The inaugural 2023 performance of the University of Southern Indiana’s theatre department will showcase original student works. University of Southern Indiana’s Performance Center, 8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

APRIL 14-16 Tri-Fest

Downtown Henderson, Kentucky, will turn into a carnival with food vendors, live music, fireworks show, and more.

Downtown Henderson, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

APRIL 15 Guns & Hoses

This series of three-round boxing matches between area police officers and firefighters is a top draw, fundraising for 911 Gives Hope and the charities it donates to.

The Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 911giveshope.sportngin.com/

APRIL 15 La Dame Blanche

The Cuban-born singer, flautist, and percussionist performs a mix of hip-hop, cumbia, dancehall, and reggae.

Murphy Auditorium, 419 Tavern St., New Harmony, Indiana, underthebeams.org

APRIL 15 Mike Super: Magic and Illusion

The winner of NBC’s “Phenomenon” and a top finalist on “America’s Got Talent,” Mike Super’s magic and humor appeal to young and old alike.

Preston Arts Center, 2660 S. Green St., Henderson, Kentucky, haaa.org

APRIL 19 AND 22 Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Hit the lanes to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Indiana’s one-to-one mentoring programs at one of Evansville’s historic bowling alleys.

Franklin Lanes, 1801 W. Franklin St., mentoringkids.org

APRIL 19-22 WNIN Spring Auction

This multi-night televised live auction attracts donations from hundreds of Tri-State businesses every year. Bidding supports WNIN’s public broadcasting.

WNIN Studios, Two Main St., wnin.org

APRIL 20 Walker Hayes: Duck Buck Tour

Country-pop singer Walker Hayes performs with special guests, including Ingrid Andress and Breland.

Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., fordcenter.com

APRIL 20 SPEAK: An Explorative Lecture Series

This series aims to unite people by sparking conversations about books with authors, thought leaders, and speakers with an audience. This first installment features DJ Savarese, an author and co-producer of the Peabody Award-winning documentary “Deej.” Lectures take place every two months.

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Central Browning Rooms A and B, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., evpl.org

APRIL 20-MAY 25 Literally

This assignment-based exhibit will be focused on literature for National Literature Month and National Library Week. Artists who sign up are paired with a book to reinterpret how they see fit. Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana, 212 Main St., artswin.org

APRIL 21 Bourbon & Bowties

Don your best spring cocktail attire and sample six different bourbons while enjoying live bluegrass music by Kings Highway, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, and a cash bar.

Reitz Home Museum, 112 Chestnut St., reitzhome.com

APRIL 22 Spring Hat Luncheon

Enjoy a style show, auction, speaker, live music, and more hosted by the Historic New Harmony Advisory Board.

Rapp-Owen Granary, 413 Granary St., New Harmony, Indiana, usi.edu

APRIL 22 Silver Living Gala Celebrating Youth

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Celebrate Youth First’s 25 years of work with Indiana students and the social workers with an auction, a formal dinner, and musical entertainment. University of Southern Indiana Carter Hall, 8600 University Blvd., youthfirstinc.org

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CULTURE & EVENTS

APRIL 22 Patchwork’s Pancake Extravaganza

Enjoy a full pancake breakfast with neighbors. Proceeds benefit Patchwork’s programming. Patchwork Central, 100 Washington Ave., patchwork.org

APRIL 22 Bethel Music Summer Worship Nights

Experience a powerful night of worship, ministry, and fellowship through music from Bethel Music’s latest project “Come Up Here,” inspired by Revelation 4:1. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. fordcenter.com

APRIL 22 Party for the Planet

Honor the beauty of Earth with live music, community vendors, lawn games, animal encounters, Earth Day giveaways, a scavenger hunt, an art contest, a chat with zookeepers, and more.

Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, meskerparkzoo.com

APRIL 22 Shostakovich Symphony No. 5

Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra performs Joel Thompson’s “An Act of Resistance” on the divisiveness and turmoil in the world. Also performing at the Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and the winner of the 2022 International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, Sirena Huang.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

APRIL 22 Earth Day Fun!

Learn about upcycling, composting, and more through Earth-friendly fun activities.

Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, Indiana in.gov

APRIL 27 Gaither Vocal Band

Hear the gold standard in gospel music performed by founder Bill Gaither, with singers Wes Hampton, Adam Crabb, Todd Suttles, and Reggie Smith.

Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.com

APRIL 28 Spring Wine Walk

Take a stroll with some wine in hand from Oliver Winery while enjoying local musicians, shopping, and more.

Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com

APRIL 28 Under the Stars: An Evening of Hope

Help the Albion Fellows Bacon Center raise funds and awareness for survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

Bally’s Evansville, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, albionfellowsbacon.org

APRIL 28-30 Ohio Valley Birding Festival

In collaboration with the Evansville Audubon Society and John James Audubon State Park,

202 S.E. 2nd St., Evansville, IN 47713 812-777-3203 // hyattplace.com

Placed in the heart of Downtown Evansville, Hyatt Place Evansville / Downtown combines small town Midwestern charm with the energy of a bustling metropolis.

Scan the QR code to visit our website

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CULTURE & EVENTS

advanced and novice birders are invited to hike and engage in activities throughout different areas in the Tri-State.

Eagle Slough, 5000 Waterworks Road, sycamorelandtrust.org, Howell Wetlands, 1400 S. Tekoppel Ave., wesselmanwoods.org, John James Audubon State Park and Museum, 31000 U.S. 41 North, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.gov.

APRIL 29 Over the Edge 4 Granted

Participants will rappel from the roof of the CenterPoint Energy building to raise money for children with life-threatening conditions.

CenterPoint Energy Plaza, 211 N.W. Riverside Drive, p2p.onecause.com/ ote4granted2023

APRIL 29 Family Movie Night

This movie night at historic Bosse Field will benefit Holly’s House in its mission to provide a safe location for child and adult victims of intimate violence.

Bosse Field, 23 Don Mattingly Way, hollyshouse.org

APRIL 29 Ping Pong Ball: Back to the Eighties

Come by for a good time that includes a silent and live auction, cash bar, a DJ, and dinner benefitting Friends of Mental Health.

Bally’s Evansville, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, friendsofmentalhealth.org

APRIL 29 Collectors Carnival

Antique & Flea Markets

Find everything from home decor, art, furniture, antiques, vintage, collectibles, jewelry, and repurposed and handmade items.

Gibson County Fairgrounds, 709 N. Embree St., Princeton, Indiana, collectorscarnivalshows.com

APRIL 29 Chelcie Lynn: 2 Fingers and a 12 Pack

This comedian, actress, and internet personality brings her bombastic tour to Evansville.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

APRIL 29 Evansville Taco Festival

It will be hard to choose between more than a dozen vendors selling signature tacos and sides, but one thing is for certain: You won’t go home hungry.

Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 Court St., evansvilleevents.com

APRIL 29-30 Monster Jam

Twelve-thousand-pound monster trucks compete against each other in tests of skill and speed in a battle for the Event Championship.

Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. fordcenter.com

MAY

MAY 1 20th Annual Golf Scramble

Enjoy a day of golf benefiting the Evansville Rescue Mission’s 105acre Camp Reveal.

Rolling Hills Country Club, 1666 Old Plank Road, Newburgh, Indiana, evansvillerescuemission.org

MAY 5 Rumpelstiltskin

Ballet Indiana brings Rumpelstiltskin to life in a new take of the German fairy tale.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

MAY 5-6 John Mellencamp

The Seymour, Indiana, native and rock and roll legend brings his brand of Hoosier pride to Evansville for two nights of nostalgic, small town tunes.

Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.com

MAY 6 SWIMGA Plant Sale

Shop for perennial and annual flowers, native plants, succulents, vegetables, and herbs.

Vanderburgh County 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, swimga.org

MAY 6 SWAT Challenge

Prove your mettle by running, jumping, climbing, and crawling your way through an obstacle course in Downtown Evansville that benefits the Evansville Police Foundation’s fundraising EPD’s SWAT team.

Four Freedoms Monument, 201 S.E. Riverside Drive, evansvillepolicefoundation.org

MAY 6 Hopefest 2023

The day kicks off with the 5K Hope Run, then the Survivors Parade, and caps off with the milelong Hope Walk. There will also be a cruise-in, vendor village, food trucks, live music, and inflatables . Friedman Park, 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana, hopefest.net

MAY 6 Beer and Wine Festival

This libations festival makes its post-pandemic return and adds beer to the menu.

Old Lock and Dam/Allen Family Amphitheater, 525 State Road 662 E, Newburgh, Indiana, historicnewburgh.org

MAY 7 Gov’t Mule

The jam band, formed in 1994 as a side project of the Allman Brothers Band, will perform its brand of Southern rock.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

MAY 8 Annual Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra Golf Classic

Enjoy 18 holes of golf, lunch, a half-pot raffle, and a silent auction. Proceeds go toward helping the Evansville Philharmonic bring free community and educational programs to the Tri-State.

Rolling Hills Country Club, 1666 Old Plank Road, Newburgh, Indiana, evansvillephilharmonic.org

MAY 11 Whiskey Myers

The Southern rock/country group visits Evansville from its home of Palestine, Texas.

Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., fordcenter.com

MAY 11 Michael W. Smith

The award-winning contemporary Christian singer and musician will perform songs from a stacked repertoire over 35 years of making music.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

MAY 11 John H. Castle Elementary School Spring Family Carnival

Castle’s carnival will feature Papa John’s pizza and drinks, games, inflatables, a live auc -

tion, concession stand, and bake sale. Proceeds benefit classrooms at Castle Elementary School.

John. H. Castle Elementary School, 3077 Highway 261, Newburgh, Indiana, facebook.com/ JohnHCastleElementaryPTO

MAY 12 Big Brothers Big Sisters Night at the Otters

This night of Evansville Otters baseball will support Southwestern Indiana youth in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.

Bosse Field, 23 Don Mattingly Way, mentoringkids.org

MAY 13 Earth Mothers Hike

Bring mom and the whole family on a mile hike led by park naturalists and featuring hands-on demonstrations about wildlife mothers and their offspring.

John James Audubon State Park, 31000 U.S. 41 N, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.gov

MAY 13 Downtown Evansville Sidewalk Sale

Main Street will teem with booths featuring the wares of more than 100 shops, makers, vendors, and community groups. Downtown Evansville, Main Street, downtownevansville.com

MAY 1 3 Aretha: A Tribute

The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra performs the music of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Broadway powerhouse Capathia Jenkins and Grammynominated R&B singer Ryan Shaw will accompany the orchestra.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

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MAY 13 Spring Heritage Day

Visit the site where the U.S. President Abra ham Lincoln grew up and enjoy demonstrations by costumed interpreters, children’s activities, food, music, and more.

Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum, 928 Fairground Drive, Rockport, Indiana, lincolnpioneervillage.com

MAY 17 Foreigner: Greatest Hits Tour

Foreigner will roll through more than 40 years of its hit songs in a performance that includes Mount Carmel, Illinois, native rocker Cage Willis. Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.com

MAY 18-21 Tall Ship “Pinta”

Explore a replica of a Portuguese caravel used by Christopher Columbus and other early adventurers. The “floating museum” will be open to the public for dockside guided tours. Nu Plaza Yacht Club, 5036 Old Henderson Road, ninapinta.org/tour

MAY 18 New Traditions Diversity Series

The Eykamp String Quartet plays works from underrepresented composers includ ing Aston Piazzolla, Anibal Troilo, Ricardo Lorenz, Kenji Bunch, Mohammed Fairouz, and Jennifer Higdon.

Wesselman Woods, 551 N. Boeke Road, evansvillephilharmonic.org

MAY 19-20 River City Rodeo

Watch bull riding, mutton busting, roping, bronc riding, barrel racing, and line dancing, and enjoy a country music concert, barbecue masterclass, petting zoo, and children’s activities. Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Darmstadt, Indiana, hoosiercowboy.org

MAY 19-28 “Big Fish”

A soon-to-be father sets out to learn more about his traveling salesman father’s elaborate and thrilling stories in this season finale by the Evansville Civic Theatre.

Benjamin Bosse High School, 1300 Washington Ave., evvcivic.org

MAY 20 Spring Market on Main

Food trucks, handmade goods, antiques, artisan creations, live music, and more meet on Main Street for this Henderson, Kentucky fair weather gathering.

Main Street, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

MAY 20 SummerFest

Listen to a pop-rock concert and enjoy familyfriendly activities while watching the sun set along the Ohio River.

Second and Water streets, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

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MAY 20 Going, Going, Gone to the Dogs Benefit Dinner & Auction

Disney-themed “Tail as Old as Time” includes dinner and live auction of more than 500 items to benefit the Vanderburgh Humane Society. Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., vhslifesaver.org

MAY 20 Kenny Chesney: I Go Back Tour Country singer Kenny Chesney revisits some of his biggest hits in this performance that includes singer Kelsea Ballerini.

Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., fordcenter.com

MAY 20 Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestras’ Spring Concert

Tri-State middle and high school students showcase their talent in this performance. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. evansvillephilharmonic.org

MAY 20 Spring Funk in the City Art Festival

Shop from booths of more than 70 Tri-State artists selling arts, crafts, jewelry, and more. Rain or shine, enjoy an array of food vendors and live music.

Haynie’s Corner Arts District, facebook.com/ funkinthecity

MAY 21 Walking for Dreams 2023 Family and Walk or run along the Evansville riverfront in support of Tri-State youth and families, plus enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, booths, and giveaways. Downtown Evansville Riverfront, walkingfordreams.org

Uncorked Series “Americana”

Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra musicians will perform “Americana” music, including patriotic and pop hits. Enjoy bourbon and spirits with appetizers.

Copper House Fare and Libations, 1430 W. Franklin St. evansvillephilharmonic.org

Evansville Antiques Show

Prominent antique dealers and experts from across the Tri-State will give their takes on collectibles and rare finds. There will also be a variety of food vendors.

Vanderburgh County 4-H Center, 201 E. BoonvilleNew Harmony Road, Darmstadt, Indiana, theevansvilleantiquesshow.com

Run Victoria

This is the only time the public can run, walk, or “dash” — for those under eight — on Victoria National Golf Club’s course. Proceeds from this family-friendly 5K will benefit Warrick Trails and the Warrick Parks Foundation. Starts in Friedman Park, 2700 Park Boulevard, Newburgh, Indiana, runvictoria.org

MAY 27 PBR Challenger Series

The first Professional Bull Riding challenger series event of the year doubles as a good cause, collecting shoes for children in need.

Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., fordcenter.com

MAY 27 Evansville Wartime Museum Sixth Anniversary Fly-In

Pilots and planes will swarm into town to offer rides, tours, and more.

Evansville Wartime Museum, 7503 Petersburg Road, evansvillewartimemuseum.org

MAY 28 Strawberry Social

Celebrate strawberries in all their delicious forms while enjoying rides, games, food trucks, entertainment, a vendor mart, and silent auction. Old Lock and Dam/Allen Family Amphitheater, 525 State Road 662 E, Newburgh, Indiana, historicnewburgh.org

MAY 28 Evansville Food Truck Festival

The largest gathering of the Tri-State’s food trucks will offer a wide range of culinary tastes and entertainment including music, tailgate games, and a kids’ zone.

Bosse Field, 23 Don Mattingly Way, evansvilleevents.com

MAY 29 Evansville Memorial Day Run

This annual 5K/10K and kids’ dash is staged in remembrance of those who gave their lives protecting Americans’ freedom. Rolling Thunder Indiana, a POW/MIA remembrance group, will be presented with a check and 10 percent of all entry fees will go toward the organization. Garvin Park, 1600 N. Main St., evansvilleevents.com

JUNE

JUNE 1-AUG. 24 Music in the Park

Evansville Parks Foundation presents this free, family-friendly concert series at a rotation of Evansville parks throughout the summer. Each concert features live music, food trucks, games, activities, and more. Multiple locations, evansvilleparksfoundation.org

JUNE 3 Rearview

This cover band pays tribute to the grunge legacy of Pearl Jam.

Lincoln Amphitheatre, 15032 E. Country Road, Lincoln City, Indiana, lincolnamphitheatre.com

JUNE 3 Newburgh Farmers Market Opening Day

Each Saturday morning through August, regional vendors will sell meats, produce, baked goods, flowers and herbs, arts and crafts, and more. Yoga,

Pilates, and live music also are frequently offered. Old Locks and Dam Park, 525 State Road 662 E., Newburgh, Indiana, newburghfarmersmarket.org

JUNE 3 Downtown Henderson Porchfest

Begin summer by indulging in several food trucks, fellowship, and ten live music acts performed al fresco in the shade of historic homes on Main Street in Henderson, Kentucky. Main Street, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

JUNE 3 National Trails Day Twilight Hike

Experience the park at twilight to see which animals come out during this two-mile hike. John James Audubon State Park, 3100 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.gov

JUNE 3 Nate Bargatze Live

Tennessee native, podcaster, and stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze returns with clean, relatable comedy after a well-attended show in 2022. Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.

JUNE 3 Jammmin’ on the Wabash

Listen to bluegrass music over the course of an afternoon and into the evening.

Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, Indiana in.gov

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JUNE 3 Pride Festival & Parade in Downtown Evansville

Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community in Evansville at the largest pride celebration in the area. There will be a parade, local vendor booths, food trucks, live entertainment, drag shows, a kids’ play area, and more.

Downtown Evansville and Haynie’s Corner Arts District, rivercityprideindiana.org

JUNE 3 Splash of Color 5K

Walk or run a 5K, or a mile, along the Pigeon Creek Greenway in an event where being splashed with color dust is a guarantee. Proceeds benefit the St. Vincent Early Learning Center.

Garvin Park, 1600 N. Main St., stvincentlearlylearningcenter.org

JUNE 9 Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour

Sing, dance, and learn with special guests Meekah and OJ Twist while discovering what makes cities unique. There will also be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore.

Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.

JUNE 10 20th Annual West Side Nut Club Cruise-In

Calling car fans: All makes and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome for this event benefiting the Nut Club. Awards will be announced that day, along with the winner of a half-pot drawing.

West Franklin Street from Wabash to St. Joseph Avenues, nutclub.org

JUNE 10 Zoo Brew

Attendees can relax in multiple zoo hang-out spaces, each with a variety of regional craft brews to sample. Live music and food trucks will be available.

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, meskerparkzoo.com

JUNE 10 Candlebox

This Seattle, Washington, based rock band performs dirty rock stompers and radio-ready pop-rock tunes with brutal lyrical honesty. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

JUNE 10-11 New Harmony Antique Show

Join the New Harmony Business Associates for an authentic antique and vintage show with more than 50 dealers showing off unique finds in furniture, vintage advertising, sterling silver, glassware, jewelry, linens, books, cookware, and architectural salvage.

Ribeyre Gymnasium, 603 Main St., New Harmony, Indiana, visitnewharmony.com

JUNE 11 Pride Night at the Otters

The Otters will celebrate Pride Month in the River City by dedicating a night of baseball to the local LGBTQIA+ community. There also will be limited edition pride-themed items handed out. Bosse Field, 23 Don Mattingly Way, rivercityprideindiana.org

JUNE 14 Easterseals Tribute Dinner

Celebrate Easterseals Rehabilitation Center’s programming with food, fun, and live entertainment while honoring this year’s “exceptional friend” award recipient.

Easterseals Early Learning Center, 621 S. Cullen Ave., easterseals.com/in-sw

JUNE 14-17 W.C. Handy Blues & BBQ Festival

This four-day festival along the riverfront and around Henderson, Kentucky, lets attendees experience the energy of blues music along with barbecue, spirits, arts and crafts, and more.

Audubon Mill Park, 123 N. Water St., Henderson, Kentucky, handyblues.org

JUNE 16 Chicago in Concert

Listen to rock music laden with jazz band-style horns performed by original members Robert Lamm, Lee Loughnane, and Jimmy Pankow. Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.

JUNE 16 Jackson Browne in Concert

Performing songs spanning his 50-year career, this well-known singer-songwriter brings his brand of rock, country, and folk hits to the stage at the Victory.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

JUNE 16 LGBTA Resource Fair and Music Fest

Find some LGBTQIA+ resources and support while listening to music and having fun! Haynie’s Corner Arts District, rivercityprideindiana.org

JUNE 17 Pride in the Park

Themed “Love Will Keep Us Together,” celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with a day of activities including a drag show, live music, vendors, and food trucks. Garvin Park, 1600 N. Main St., visitevansville.com

JUNE 17 SWIRCA Super Bingo

Join for a night of bingo, pull-tabs, a half-pot, snacks, soft drinks, beer and wine, and more. The payout will be as high as $10,000.

SWIRCA Activity Center, 16 W. Virginia St., swirca.org

JUNE 17-JULY 30 Holidays in the Sky

Enjoy nightly fireworks with a DJ and dance party, 300 LED-lit drones, and lots of dazzling lights. Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari, 452 E. Christmas Blvd., Santa Claus, Indiana, holidayworld.com

JUNE 20 Animal Tales

Get up close and personal with animals from around the world, including snakes, spiders, frogs, prairie dogs, owls, and more. Multiple Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library locations, evpl.org

JUNE 21-24 ROMP 2023

The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s signature event features music by Old Crow

Medicine Show, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Sam Bush, The Infamous Springdusters, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Rhonda Vincent, and more. Yellow Creek Park, 5710 KY-144, Owensboro, Kentucky, rompfest.com

JUNE 22-24 The Rivalry

This reenactment portrays the now-famous 1858 debates for Illinois’ U.S. Senate seat between Republican Abraham Lincoln and Democrat Stephen Douglas. Lincoln Amphitheatre, 15032 E. Country Road, Lincoln City, Indiana, lincolnamphitheatre.com

JUNE 23 Wag-n-Drag Pet Adoption Event

This partnership between Vanderburgh Humane Society and River City Pride makes adoption a welcoming, joyous experience. There will be extended adoption hours, raffle prizes, local vendors, and food trucks as well.

Vanderburgh Humane Society, 400 Milner Industrial Drive, vhslifesaver.org

JUNE 23-24 2023 ShrinersFest

Help the Hadi Shriners raise money for children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions through this two-day block party with food booths, a bierstube, a car show, live music, and bike night. Hadi Shrine, 6 Walnut St., shrinersfest.org

JUNE 24 Paws and Claws: A Black and White Pawty

It Takes a Village No-Kill Rescue’s annual event includes live

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music, a silent and live auction, a cash bar, photos, and a buffet. Bally’s Evansville, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, itvrescue.org

JUNE 24-25 Tour de Fleur Garden Walk

Admire the blooms and foliage at a dozen area gardens on this visitat-your-leisure tour benefiting the Southwestern Indiana Master Gardeners Association.

Southwestern Indiana Master Gardener Association Display Garden, 3501 E. Lloyd Expressway, swimga.org

JUNE 25 Pride Wiffle Ball Tournament

Local LGBTQIA+ nonprofits and groups take on existing wiffle ball divisions for this allday showdown. Games are single elimination.

Haynie’s Corner Arts District, Second Street and Adams Avenue, rivercityprideindiana.org

JULY

JULY 1 Eddie Griffin Live

Comedy Central has honored Griffin as one of the Top 100 greatest stand-up comedians of all time.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

JULY 3 Fireworks Celebration

No Independence Day weekend is complete without fireworks. See the skies light up around Henderson’s riverfront and enjoy live music, food trucks, and familyfriendly activities.

Downtown Henderson, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

JULY 4 Fireworks on the Ohio Evansville’s signature Independence Day bash includes a Kids’ Zone with games and activities, food trucks, and music. Bring your own blanket or chair for the closing fireworks show.

Downtown Evansville, Riverside Drive from Court to Cherry streets, downtownevansville.com

JULY 8 Walk in the Wetlands

Wander the Audubon wetlands with naturalists who will answer questions about their importance, the differences compared to other

habitats, and the creatures that inhabit them.

John James Audubon Wetlands, Wolf Hills Road, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.gov

JULY 8 WNIN Jazz Live Music Festival & More

Pull up a lawn chair and enjoy live jazz music, a wine and beer garden, and food trucks. Proceeds support WNIN’s public programming.

WNIN Studios, Two Main St., wnin.org

JULY 13 SPEAK: An Explorative Lecture Series

This series aims to unite people by sparking conversations about books with authors, thought leaders, and speakers with an audience. This installment features Robin Wall Kimmerer, a scientist, professor, and author of the New York Times bestselling book “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and Teachings of Plants.” Lectures take place every two months.

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Central Browning Rooms A and B, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., evpl.org

JULY 17-22 Posey County 4-H Fair

The annual fair includes a professional rodeo, corn hole tournament, free carnival rides, half-pot booth, antique tractor pull, and a demolition derby.

Posey County Fairgrounds, 111 Harmony Township Road, New Harmony, Indiana, poseycountyfair.com

JULY 17-22 Warrick County

4-H Fair

Enjoy a fashion show, tug-of-war competition, mud volleyball, garden tractor pull, livestock shows, and more. Rides are open daily.

Warrick County Fairgrounds, 133 County Road 100 N., Boonville, Indiana, warrickcounty4hcenter.com

JULY 24 Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Foundation’s 42nd Annual Heritage Open

All golfers will be treated to a meal, shopping experience, oncourse competitions, a premium tee gift, and awards ceremony.

Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Road, 6935.thankyou4caring.org

JULY 24-29 Vanderburgh County Fair

Experience a week of entertainment and outdoor activities with livestock shows, competitions, pageants, exhibits, live music concerts, and more.

Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, vanderburghcountyfair.com

JULY 26-30 Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriters Festival

Restaurants and bars in Henderson, Kentucky’s Downtown turn into listening rooms for Nashville, Tennessee’s award-winning songwriters.

Downtown Henderson, Henderson, Kentucky, sandyleesongfest.com

JULY 29 Ace Frehley

The original lead guitarist for KISS will perform a lineup of the band’s classics as well as his own songs.

Lincoln Amphitheatre, 15032 E. Country Road, Lincoln City, Indiana, lincolnamphitheatre.com

JULY 29 Animal Enrichment Family Fun Day

Discover the enrichment needs of different zoo residents in a day filled with games, educational programming, and animals.

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, meskerparkzoo.com

JULY 29 Exploring Raptors — Live Bird Show

Explore the world of raptors such as buteos, falcons, eagles, harriers, ospreys, vultures, kites, and owls,

and learn what sets them apart from other birds.

John James Audubon Museum Lakeview Shelter, 3100 U.S. 41 N, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

AUGUST

EARLY AUGUST Volksfest

Celebrate Evansville’s German heritage with authentic German food, beer, polka music, dancing, contests, costumes and more.

Germania Maennerchor, 916 N. Fulton Ave., evvgermanclub.com

AUG. 5-6 Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Foundation Annual Summer Book Sale

Thousands of books, movies, CDs, and more media will be available for purchase at a reduced price to support the EVPL Foundation. Washington Square Mall, 4800 S. Green River Road, evpl.org

AUG. 8-SEPT. 14 Wall to Table

This national call-for-artists exhibit will be focused on ceramic art. Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana, 212 Main St., artswin.org

AUG. 10-11 Mid-America Institute on Aging and Wellness

This partnership with the University of Southern Indiana and SWIRCA & More will present a two-day gerontology conference for older adults or retirees, family members providing care for loved ones, students, health care and social service professionals, and anyone who wants to lead a healthier life.

University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

EXPLORING RAPTORS — LIVE BIRD SHOW AT JOHN JAMES AUDUBON STATE PARK

AUG. 11 S’mores Night at the Campground

Enjoy National S’mores Day by visiting the campground for a fireside dessert under the stars.

John James Audubon State Park Campground

Shelter, 3100 U.S. 41 N, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

AUG. 12 Southern Avenue

This Memphis, Tennessee-based band mixes a little bit of funk with roots, blues, and soul and will bring its energy to Emerging Artist Saturday.

Lincoln Amphitheatre, 15032 E. Country Road, Lincoln City, Indiana, lincolnamphitheatre.com

AUG. 12 Sixth Annual Furry Friends

Summer Pet Hike

Take pets on a leash through a one-mile trek of wooded, pet-friendly trails.

John James Audubon State Park Museum Parking Lot, 3100 U.S. 41 North, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

AUG. 12 Collectors Carnival

Antique & Flea Markets

Find everything from home decor, art, furniture, antiques, vintage, collectibles, jewelry, and repurposed or handmade items.

Gibson County Fairgrounds, 709 N. Embree St., Princeton, Indiana, collectorscarnivalshows.com

AUG. 12 Smokey Bear’s Birthday

Hear Smokey Bear’s story as he continues to promote knowledge about and prevention of wildfires across the U.S. Join in for some activities as well.

Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, Indiana, in.gov

AUG. 19-20 The Great GlampOut!

Make new friends, sample locally sourced foods, experience hands-on outdoor adventures, and participate in themed activities during this overnight stay.

Girls Scouts of Southwestern Indiana, Camp Koch, Cannelton, Indiana, girlscouts-gssi.org

AUG. 19 Evansville Philharmonic Gala

Enjoy dinner and cocktails, live music, and silent and live auctions while raising funds for the philharmonic’s groups and educational programming.

Bally’s Evansville, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, evansvillephilharmonic.org

AUG. 25 Luke Bryan: Country on Tour 2023

Country singer Luke Bryan will stop in Evansville and perform an evening of his biggest hits with special guests.

Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., fordcenter.com

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AUG. 25 Heather Land Live

This talented singer, comedienne, and author arrives in Evansville to tell it like it is, laughing at the chaos of daily life using sarcasm and Southern charm.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. victorytheatre.com

AUG. 26 Geek Con

COMICON enthusiasts and first-timers will appreciate comics-related presentations, panels, hands-on activities, board games, vendor room, and cosplay contest.

Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive, emuseum.org

AUG. 26 Vintage Vines

This black-tie event supports Mesker Park Zoo’s mission and conservation efforts. Enjoy a multi-course gourmet dinner and silent and live auctions offering wine, experiences, zoo encounters, and more.

Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, meskerparkzoo.com

AUG. 26-28 Frog Follies

At this annual event benefiting Easterseals, enjoy games, dances, an automotive swap, and more designed to entertain thousands of attendees.

Vanderburgh County 4-H Center, U.S. 41 N. and Boonville-New Harmony Road, frogfollies.org

AUG. 28 The Deaconess Classic

This women-only golf event raises funds to provide mammograms and pelvic ultrasound screenings

for those in need, stressing the importance of early detection.

Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Road, deaconess.com

AUG. 31 Easterseals Golfing

Fore Kids

The golf scramble features hole-in-one, longest drive, and closest-to-the-pin contests plus lunch, awards, dinner, and goodie bags.

Cambridge Golf Course, 1034 Beacon Hill, easterseals.com/in-sw

SEPTEMBER

SEPT. 7-9 Victory International Film Festival

Celebrate Evansville’s independent film scene with red-carpet events, panels and workshops with industry experts, screenings, and premieres.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

SEPT. 9 Eddie Montgomery

The Kentucky native who formed Montgomery Gentry with his late friend, Troy Gentry, now performs solo with a new album that keeps the soul and sound of the original band.

Lincoln Amphitheatre, 15032 E. Country Road, Lincoln City, Indiana, lincolnamphitheatre.com

SEPT. 9 Tree I.D. Walk

Discover the abundance of tree species in the Tri-State and get hands-on experience in identifying one from another.

John James Audubon Museum

Front Porch, 3100 U.S. 41 North, Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

SEPT. 9 Deaconess Foundation Party of the Year

Proceeds will go towards a special oncology project. Enjoy the sounds of a string quartet during cocktail hour, a delicious dinner, and an evening of dancing to the 12 South Band from Nashville, Tennessee. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., deaconess.com

SEPT. 9 Monarch Mania

Come out for a day of Monarch butterfly gardening, cataloging, and tagging.

Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, Indiana in.gov

SEPT. 11 Scooter Scramble

This golf event in memory of former Teen Advisory Council and TeenPower volunteer Robert “Scooter” Tiemann benefits the Scooter Scholarship Fund for youth. Oak Meadow Country Club, 11505 Browning Road, youth-resources.org

SEPT. 13 Founders’ Day Celebration

The University of Southern Indiana celebrates its founders and honors those who have built up the university in the time since. University of Southern Indiana Carter Hall, 8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

SEPT. 16 Dog Day Downtown

Bring your furry, four-legged friend to a street festival with an agility course, adoptions, bone bar, pup cup station, pet portraits, photo displays, and grooming. Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com

SEPT. 16 Relay for Life

Join one of the largest peer-to-peer fundraising events in the world to support survivors, caregivers, volunteers, advocates, and researchers in the fight against cancer. Location to be determined, relayforlife.org/evansvillein

SEPT. 16 SWIRCA Brewfest 2023

Drink for a cause! Try a variety of craft beers, wines, and spirits plus food from local vendors, music, and yard games. Proceeds will benefit SWIRCA & More. Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library West Branch Park, 200 W. Franklin St., swirca.org

SEPT. 21 SPEAK: An Explorative Lecture Series

This series aims to unite people by sparking conversations about books with authors, thought leaders, and speakers with an audience. This final installment features Brad Meltzer, author of “The Lightning Rod,” “The Escape Artist,” and “I Am Dolly Parton.”

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Central Browning Rooms A and B, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., evpl.org

SEPT. 22 27th Annual USI Alumni Golf Scramble

Play a round of golf to help fund scholarships for students in need. Helfrich Golf Course, 1550 Mesker Park Drive, usi.edu

SEPT. 23 WNIN Kids’ Fest

Enjoy inflatables and encounters with PBS characters Super Why, Princess Presto, Clifford, and Curious George at this familyfriendly event. Each child gets a free book to take home.

WNIN Studios, Two Main St. wnin.org

SEPT. 23 Fall Funk in the City Art Festival

Shop from more than 80 Tri-State booths featuring arts, crafts, jewelry, food vendors, and live music. Haynie’s Corner Arts District, facebook.com/funkinthecity

SEPT. 25 Edward D. and Regina Rechnic Holocaust Series

Hear from keynote speaker Margaret McMullan and honor those who lost their lives during the Holocaust.

University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

SEPT. 29-OCT. 31 Spooky Show

Celebrate Halloween with an exhibit focused on 3D art.

Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana, 212 Main St., artswin.org

SEPT. 30 River City

Wiffleball Classic

“Strike Out Homelessness” by playing wiffleball to benefit ECHO Housing and Aurora Evansville. There will also be inflatables, craft vendors, corn hole, and police K9 demonstrations.

Bosse Field, 23 Don Mattingly Way, rivercitywiffleball.org

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SEPT. 30 20th Annual Evansville Half Marathon & 5 Miler

Run past historic Bosse Field and through Garvin Park and Pigeon Creek Greenway before circling back Downtown. This half-marathon benefits the YMCA of Southwestern Indiana.

Downtown Evansville, evansvillehalfmarathon.org

SEPT. 30 Sixth Annual Party in Paradise

Warrick County’s biggest party of the year will offer live music, food trucks, and beverage options. Proceeds benefit the Warrick Parks Foundation and Warrick Trails.

Friedman Park, 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana, partyinparadise.org

SEPT. 30 Harvest Craft Fair

This annual arts and crafts event features more than 125 vendors, food trucks, pioneer demos, live music, and children’s crafts.

Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, Indiana in.gov

SEPT. 30 Evansville Philharmonic Classics

Opening Night

Take a seat at the historic Victory Theatre as the orchestra kicks off the Evansville Philharmonic’s exciting 2023-24 season of classical music concerts.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

OCTOBER

OCT. 2-7 The West Side Nut Club Fall Festival

This famous street festival has four city blocks of 100-plus food booths, carnival rides and games, live entertainment, parades, and more. West Franklin Street, nutclubfallfestival.com

OCT. 7-8 Lions Club Arts & Crafts Festival

Regional artisans and makers headline this annual fundraiser.

John James Audubon State Park, 3100 U.S. Highway 41 North, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

OCT. 8 Ninth Annual Fiesta Evansville

The region’s largest Latino festival brings together performers, cultural exhibits, international food booths, and more.

Wesselman Park, 551 N. Boeke Road, visitevansville.com

OCT 12-15 AND OCT. 19-22 Halloween Lights

Enjoy a walk along the Rivertown Trail and Bridge lit by carved pumpkins, lights, and other holiday decor.

Downtown Newburgh, Indiana, historicnewburgh.org

OCT. 13-15 Ghostly Hayrides

Hear spooky tales of Newburgh’s past on a guided hayride through town.

Downtown Newburgh, Indiana, historicnewburgh.org

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OCT. 13-28 Boo at the Zoo

Come in costume for family-friendly Halloween fun with live entertainment, decor, trick-ortreating, animal encounters, a magic show, a nightly costume contest, and more.

Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, meskerparkzoo.com

OCT. 14 Fall Market on Main & Chili Cook-Off

This historic street turns into an open-air market with items from local artisans and makers while local residents showcase their favorite chili recipes.

South Main Street, Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

OCT. 14 Evansville Philharmonic Pops Opening Night

The orchestra kicks off the Evansville Philharmonic’s vibrant 2023-24 season of concerts featuring a range of popular music. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

OCT. 15 Fourth Annual Halloween in the Park Trick-or-treat with local businesses, take a hayride, and enjoy food trucks, live music, a photo booth, and a costume contest. Proceeds will help maintain Warrick County’s parks and trails.

Friedman Park, 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana, warrickparksfoundation.org.

OCT. 15 NoCo Makers Market

Shop the wares of more than 30 makers and enjoy a pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, live music from “Rewind,” food trucks, and a beer garden.

NoCo Park, 163 S. Third Ave., nocopark.com

OCT. 21 Haunted Harmonie

The state park in New Harmony transforms into a spooky scene for trick-or-treating, campsite decorating, a scavenger hunt, and pumpkin judging contest.

Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, Indiana in.gov

OCT. 21 33rd Annual Cornette Ball: Return to Elegance

Join the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation for a three-course meal, dancing to a live band and DJ, open bar, midnight snack and more. West Baden Springs Hotel, 8538 W. Baden Ave., West Baden Springs, Indiana, 6935.thankyou4caring.org

OCT. 21 Styx

This legendary rock band will play in Evansville again, this time at the Old National Events Plaza.

Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., oldnationaleventsplaza.com

EDUCATION BUILT UPON CHRISTIAN VALUES AND PROGRESSIVE CURRICULUM DESIGN

HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

A proud Four Star School award recipient

Cognia Accredited preschool through grade 8

Exemplary rating with the Indiana Department of Education

Strong Academic Performance proven by required state assessments

Leader In Me School developing life-ready leaders for the 21st Century Spiritual and Moral guidance to develop lives of faith

Foreign Language classes in Spanish for Kindergarten - Grade 8

Comprehensive Academic and Athletic Extracurricular programs

Exceptional Totten Hall Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten programs

Opportunities in the Arts include visual, vocal, instrumental, and theatre arts

Robust resource program supporting individual learning needs Indiana School Choice and Tax Scholarship participating school

For more information, visit www.holyrosaryrams.org

HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

Very Rev. Bernard Etienne Pastor, Holy Rosary Parish Vicar General, Diocese of Evansville

Mass Schedule

Saturday at 4:30 p.m. • Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., & Mass in Spanish at 12:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.hrparish.org

CULTURE & EVENTS

OCT. 26 Uncorked Series

In this series, enjoy samples of local wine, beer, and spirits while Evansville Philharmonic musicians perform rotating repertoires including jazz, Americana, and more.

Farmer and Frenchman Winery, 12522 U.S. Hwy 41, Robards, Kentucky, evansvillephilharmonic.org

OCT. 28 Día de los Muertos

This vibrant and colorful Mexican holiday celebrates loved ones who have passed on. Central Park, 10 S. Main St., Henderson, Kentucky, hendersonky.org

OCT. 28 Truck or Treat Car Show

Enter a contest for best Chevy, Ford, import, Jeep, engine, motorcycle, truck, trunk-or-treat display, Downtown choice, and Best of Show. Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com

OCT. 28 Halloween Stroll

Participate in a costume contest and scour businesses in Downtown Evansville for fun Halloween treats.

Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com

OCT. 28 Spooky Tales and Nighttime Trails

Nighttime hikes by naturalists will share tales about nocturnal creatures and spooky stories by the RiverTown StoryTellers.

John James Audubon State Park Welcome Center, 3100 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

OCT. 28 Collectors Carnival

Antique & Flea Markets

Find everything from home decor, art, furni ture, antiques, vintage, collectibles, jewelry, and repurposed or handmade items.

Gibson County Fairgrounds, 709 N. Embree St., Princeton, Indiana, collectorscarnivalshows.com

DOWNTOWN EVANSVILLE HALLOWEEN STROLL

CULTURE & EVENTS

Sponsors and community friends of VOICES, Inc. will hand out candy at this drive-thru event. Washington Square Mall, 4800 S. Green River

Visit the site where the U.S. President Abraham Lincoln grew up and enjoy encounters with costumed interpreters, children’s activities, food, music, and more.

Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum, 928 Fairground Drive, Rockport, Indiana,

Annual Halloween Bash

Hear stories about World War II, participate in a Skeleton Scavenger hunt, and get your

Evansville Wartime Museum, 7503 Petersburg Road, evansvillewartimemuseum.org

NOVEMBER

Passion for Fashion Style Show

This luncheon, fashion show, and a silent auction benefit Easterseals Rehabilita -

Bally’s Evansville, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, easterseals.com/in-sw

NOV. 4 Helping Hounds Craft Fair

Crafters, vendors, door prizes, food, and a silent auction will support shelter animals at It Takes a Village No-Kill Rescue. Aldersgate Church, 5130 Lincoln Ave., itvrescue.org

NOV. 4-5 37th Annual Pet Pictures with Santa Pose your pets with Santa, and jump in the picture yourself. Proceeds benefit the Vanderburgh Humane Society. Washington Square Mall, 4800 S. Green River Road, vhslifesaver.org

NOV. 4-5 Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Foundation Annual Fall Mini Book Sale

Books, movies, and CDs, among other media, will be available for purchase at a reduced price to support the EVPL Foundation. Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Central Branch, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., evpl.org

NOV. 10 Kip Moore: Fire on Wheels

Featuring special guest Ben Burgess and Boy Named Banjo, this multi-platinum singer-songwriter will perform songs from his new album. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., victorytheatre.com

NOV. 11-DEC. 22 Holiday Fine Arts Sale

The gallery doubles as a holiday gifts popup shop.

Arts Council of

NOV. 18 “National Take-a-Hike Day” Family Trek

Celebrate Take-a-Hike Day in the great outdoors during this pet- and family-friendly onemile guided family trek on Eagle Glen Pet Trail. John James Audubon State Park Museum Parking Lot, 3100 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

NOV. 18 Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Fall Concert

Young musicians throughout the region will give a highly anticipated performance of the classical and pop songs they have mastered. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.or

NOV. 21-26 FriendsGiving with a WHS Rescue Dog

Rescue dogs get to occupy an extra place setting at host homes so they’re not at the shelter during Thanksgiving.

Warrick Humane Society, 5722 Vann Road, Newburgh, Indiana, warrickhumanesociety.org

NOV. 23-JAN. 1, 2024 Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights

This drive-thru winter light show benefits Easterseals Rehabilitation Center’s programming with a mile of lights and more than 70 sparkling “fantasyland” scenes.

Garvin Park, 1600 N. Main St., ritzysfantasyoflights.com

NOV. 25 Small Business Saturday

Support local businesses by shopping in storefronts and pop-ups, dining in local establishments, and enjoying music and special giveaways. Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com; Downtown Newburgh, Indiana, historicnewburgh.org

DECEMBER

THROUGH DEC. 30 Reitz Home Victorian Christmas

The French Second Empire mansion will be decked in period-centric decorations and open for tours and special events, include an evening of candlelit tours.

Reitz Home Museum, 112 Chestnut St., reitzhome.com

NOV. 30-DEC. 3 AND DEC. 7-10 Newburgh Winterlights

Experience the wonder of thousands of twinkling lights while walking along the illuminated Rivertown Trail and Bridge.

Downtown Newburgh, historicnewburgh.org

DEC. 2 A Downtown Christmas

Listen to holiday music, take pictures with holiday-themed characters, go on pony rides, visit Clara the reindeer, take the Holiday 1605 Theater Dr., Evansville,

CULTURE & EVENTS

Leaders in Fertility Care

Express trackless train, write a letter to Santa, and enjoy multiple holiday craft stations, free hot cocoa, and holiday face painting. Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com

DEC. 2 Treemendous Christmas in the Village Stroll through beautifully decorated cabins while enjoying music, refreshments, and more. Proceeds go toward continuing the work of the Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum. Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum, 928 Fairground Drive, Rockport, Indiana, lincolnpioneervillage.com

DEC. 2 Newburgh Celebrates Christmas

Sit down with Santa, shop a vendor mart, enter a gingerbread house contest, and enjoy food trucks, live entertainment, free trolley rides, and more. Downtown Newburgh, Indiana, historicnewburgh.org

DEC. 2-3 Peppermint Pops

The holiday tradition sees the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus join forces for a lively performance featuring guest singers and local dancers.

Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

DEC. 2-10 Breakfast with Santa

Visit the “North Pole” for breakfast with Santa. Children will receive sweets and a holiday craft. Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Dr., meskerparkzoo.com

DEC. 2 AND DEC. 9 Pet Pictures with Santa

Let your pet tell Santa what they want for Christmas. Proceeds benefit It Takes a Village No-Kill Rescue.

Daisy’s Pet Playground, 1309B N. Green River Road, itvrescue.org

PET PICTURES WITH SANTA

DEC. 6 Bright Lights for Easterseals

5K & 1-Mile Walk

Run a 5K or walk a mile through Ritzy’s Fantasy of Lights, with proceeds benefiting the Easterseals Rehabilitation Center.

Garvin Park, 1600 N. Main St., ritzysfantasyoflights.com

DEC. 10 An Afternoon with Santa

Take photos with Santa, enjoy holiday treats including milk and cookies, make holiday crafts, and write a letter to Santa.

Friedman Park Event Center, 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana, warrickparksfoundation.org

DEC. 15 Santa Stroll

Holiday decor and lighting installations decorate Downtown Evansville as Main Street is populated by Santa, “The Snow Sisters,” Olaf, Rudolph, the Abominable Snowmonster, and more holiday characters.

Downtown Evansville, downtownevansville.com

DEC. 15 “Messiah” by Candlelight

The Evansville Philharmonic Chorus teams up with the orchestra to bring this 18th century masterpiece by George Frideric Handel to life.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 216 S.E. Third St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

DEC. 16 Nature’s Switch to Winter Hike

With winter just around the corner, “switch gears” with a walk through the woods.

John James Audubon Museum Front Porch, 3100 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

JANUARY 2024

JAN. 1 First Day Hike

Put a healthy foot forward and start tackling those New Year’s resolutions by going outdoors and hiking a mile over hilly terrain.

John James Audubon Museum Front Lawn, 3100 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Kentucky, parks.ky.com

FEBRUARY 2024

FEB. 24 Third Annual Parks & Trails Gala

This black-tie event includes dinner, live music, and silent and live auctions. The winner of the Leave It Better Award, inspired by late parks and trails leader Howard Nevins, will be announced. Friedman Park Event Center, 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana, warrickparksfoundation.org

APRIL 2024

APRIL 8 Evansville Region Solar Eclipse

A total solar eclipse will cross the skies of the Evansville region for approximately three min utes. Enjoy a weekend celebration featuring family activities, live entertainment, and more. Multiple locations in the Evansville Region, visitevansville.com/eclipse

Resource Guide

Public transportation service: Metropolitan Evansville Transit System (METS) 601 John St. 812-435-6166 evansvillegov.org

Public libraries: evpl.org

Central Library 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 812-428-8200

Subscribe to Evansville Living and Evansville Business magazines:

Tucker Publishing Group

25 N.W. Riverside Drive, Ste. 200 818-286-3122 or 812-426-2115 evansvilleliving.com

City government:

City of Evansville

Office of the Mayor Civic Center Complex, Room 302

1 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 812-436-4962

evansvillegov.org

County government: Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners

Civic Center Complex, Room 305

1 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 812-435-5241 vanderburghgov.org

Post office locations:

U.S. Postal Service

Main Post Office

800 Sycamore St., 812-429-3411

West Wabash

801 N. Wabash Ave., 812-423-6090

River City

1915 Washington Ave., 812-471-1966

Lawndale

802 S. Green River Road, 812-473-4151

Diamond Valley

600 Cross Valley Circle, 812-424-1830

Driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations:

Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles

888-692-6841, in.gov/bmv

East Branch

6240 E. Virginia St., Ste. A

North Branch

4209 U.S. Highway 41 North, Ste. 10

West Branch

2421 Allens Lane

East 840 E. Chandler Ave., 812-428-8231

McCollough

5115 Washington Ave., 812-428-8236

North Park

960 Koehler Drive, 812-428-8237 Oaklyn 3001 Oaklyn Drive, 812-428-8234 Red Bank

120 S. Red Bank Road, 812-428-8205 Stringtown 2100 Stringtown Road, 812-428-8233

West 2000 W. Franklin St., 812-428-8232

National legislators:

U.S. Rep. Larry Bucshon Evansville District Office 20 N.W. Third St., Ste. 1230 812-465-6484 bucshon.house.gov

U.S. Sen. Todd Young Evansville District Office Winfield K. Denton Federal Building 101 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Ste. 110 317-226-6700 young.senate.gov

U.S. Sen. Mike Braun 115 N. Pennsylvania St., Ste. 100 Indianapolis, IN 46204 317-822-8240 braun.senate.gov

Voter registration: Vanderburgh County Voter Registration Office Civic Center Complex, Room 214

1 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 812-435-5222

vanderburghgov.org

Utility service: Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (water/sewer and trash)

812-436-7846

Solid Waste Management (recycling) 812-436-7800

CenterPoint Energy (natural gas and electricity) 800-227-1376, centerpointenergy.com

Telephone and internet services: Astound Broadband 800-427-8686

AT&T 800-288-2020

Spectrum

833-276-6094

T-Mobile 812-471-2786

TDS Telecom 888-233-0001

Cable service: Astound Broadband 800-427-8686

AT&T

800-288-2020

Spectrum

833-276-6094

Local events and attractions: Explore Evansville (Evansville Convention & Visitors Bureau) 20 N.W. Third St., Ste. 410 800-433-3025 explorevansville.com

Public schools: Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation 951 Walnut St., 812-435-8453 district.evscschools.com

Charter schools: Joshua Academy (preschool through sixth grade) 1230 E. Illinois St., 812-401-6300 joshuaacademyschools.com

Signature School (high school) 610 Main St., 812-421-1820 signature.edu

Faith-based schools: Catholic Diocese of Evansville 4200 N. Kentucky Ave., 812-424-5536 evdio.org

Evansville Christian School 10644 Lincoln Ave., Newburgh, IN 812-477-7777 evansvillechristian.org

Evansville Lutheran School (Kindergarten through middle school) 111 E. Virginia St., 812-424-7252 evansvillelutheranschool.com

Trinity Lutheran School (preschool)

1403 W. Boonville-New Harmony Road 812-867-5279 trinitydarmstadt.org

Private schools:

Evansville Day School (preschool through high school) 3400 N. Green River Road 812-476-3039 evansvilledayschool.org

Montessori Academy (preschool and kindergarten) 4611 Adams Ave., 812-479-1776 montessoriofevansville.com

Higher education:

Indiana University School of Medicine – Evansville 515 Walnut St., 812-909-7200 medicine.iu.edu/evansville

Ivy Tech Community College 3501 N. First Ave., 812-489-5463 ivytech.edu/evansville

University of Evansville 1800 Lincoln Ave., 812-488-2000 evansville.edu

University of Southern Indiana 8600 University Blvd., 812-464-8600 usi.edu

Community outreach organizations: Evansville Regional Economic Partnership 318 Main St., Ste. 400, 812-423-2020 evansvilleregion.com

Keep Evansville Beautiful 402 Court St., 812-425-4461 keepevansvillebeautiful.org

Junior League of Evansville 101 Plaza East Blvd., Ste. 112 812-434-6710 juniorleagueofevansville.org

United Way of Southwestern Indiana 318 Main St., Ste. 504, 812-422-4100 unitedwayswi.org

Vanderburgh Community Foundation 20 N.W. Third St., Ste. 820 812-422-1245 communityfoundationalliance.org/ vanderburgh

New to Evansville and still finding your way around? We have you covered. Here is the contact information for a variety of local agencies that will help you set things up as you settle in.