Upcoming Events
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Summer Movie Series: A Minecraft Movie
Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected expert crafter.
Goody bags available for the first 75 children!
Costumes are encouraged! Bring your Minecraft tools! Concessions available.
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required, however it is preferred to help us prepare.
Movie Rating: PG
Doors will open 30 minutes before show begins
Summer Movie Series: Wicked: For Good
Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. The second of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical. This is the sing-along version; sing-along is not a requirment.
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required, however it is preferred to help us prepare.
Movie Rating: PG
Special Wicked Mocktail / Cocktail will be available for purchase*
Dress up in your favorite Wicked gear!*
Doors will open 30 minutes before show begins
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Hopkinsville Chamber Orchestra and Chorus Inaugural Concert
The Hopkinsville Chamber Orchestra and Chorus represent the highest level of classical performance in Christian County. Born from a shared vision to elevate the local arts scene, this ensemble combines world-class guest artists, regional professionals, and our community’s most talented vocalists and instrumentalists to create "big city" musical experiences right in the heart of the Pennyrile. The vision came to life through a partnership between the Pennyroyal Arts Council and First United Methodist Church. Under the direction of Heejung Park, it has grown into a shared effort uniting local musicians and voices—creating a meaningful and lasting musical legacy for the community.
The debut performance of the Hopkinsville Chamber Orchestra and Chorus is more than a concert—it’s a beginning and an open invitation for all who have longed for a place to play, sing, and belong.
Please join us for this historic milestone on June 20, 2026, at 6:30 PM at the Historic Alhambra Theatre. A celebratory reception will follow the performance, offering a chance to meet the musicians and celebrate this "New Hopkinsville" together.
SUMMER MURAL ARTS CAMP
Experience the vibrant intersection of art and community at our Summer Mural Art Camp: Soul Food, held from June 22–26, 2026. Under the expert guidance of instructor Mackenzie R. Creative, students in Grades 5–12 will dive into the creative process for a registration fee of $100. To guarantee a truly hands-on and personalized experience where every artist can leave their mark, the camp is strictly limited to 10 spots, making this an exclusive opportunity to bring a collective vision to life. Students will gain experience with professional tools, including various paint rollers, flat and round brushes, and techniques for large-scale painting.
About the Project
Inspired by the cubist style of Picasso’s "Three Musicians," this mural celebrates the intersection of our community’s agricultural roots and its rich cultural history.
This week-long smARTS Program adventure offers an engaging morning session tailored to grades 5-12.
Camp begins at 9 AM and will last until 12 PM daily.
Participants should dress in clothing suitable for art-making, as things might get a bit messy. Upon registration, a link to the participant information form, including the camp terms and conditions, will be included in your order confirmation email. Please complete this form before the first day of camp, June 22nd, to ensure a smooth start to this artistic journey.
Join us for a week of creativity, learning, and fun at the Mural Camp 2026!
Summer Movie Series: The Sandlot
In the summer of 1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his rowdy team, resulting in many adventures.
Rated PG
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required, however it is preferred to help us prepare.
Concessions available.
First 75 children receive a movie-themed goody bag!
Doors will open 1 hour before the movie begins
The Hoptown Hoppers will be at the Alhambra to sign swag before the movie!
Summer Movie Series: Avatar: Fire & Ash
Jake and Neytiri's family grapples with grief, encountering a new, aggressive Na'vi tribe, the Ash People, who are led by the fiery Varang, as the conflict on Pandora escalates and a new moral focus emerges.
Rated PG-13
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required, however it is preferred to help us prepare.
Concessions available.
*Special Avatar Mocktail / Cocktail will be available for purchase*
Doors will open 30 minutes before the movie begins.
Summer Movie Series: Zootopia 2
Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers.
Rated PG
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required but helpful for our preparation.
Concessions available.
First 75 children receive a movie-themed goody bag!
Doors will open 1 hour before the movie begins
*Two Sisters Petting Zoo will be outside the Alhambra before the movie starting at 9:00 AM*
Summer Movie Series: Fantastic Four: First Steps
Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, the Fantastic Four must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic herald, the Silver Surfer.
Rated PG-13
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required but is helpful for our preparation.
Concessions available.
*Special Fantastic Four Mocktail / Cocktail will be available for purchase*
Doors will open 30 minutes before the movie begins.
Summer Movie Series: How to Train Your Dragon
As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together.
WEAR YOUR PAJAMAS!!!
Rated PG
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required but helpful for our preparation.
Concessions available.
First 75 children receive a movie-themed goody bag!
Doors will open 30 minutes before the movie begins.
Summer Movie Series: Jurassic World: Rebirth
Five years post-Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), an expedition braves isolated equatorial regions to extract DNA from three massive prehistoric creatures for a groundbreaking medical breakthrough.
Rated PG-13
Admission is FREE for all movies. Registration is not required but helpful for our preparations.
Concessions available.
Doors will open 30 minutes before the movie begins.
Summer reading Dino walking tour from the library to the Alhambra down Main Street. Keep your eye out for your prehistoric friends in our local businesses!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Brice Long & Friends Back2Back Benefit Concert 26'
Join the Back 2 Back Foundation on July 11th, 2026 at the Historic Alhambra Theater in downtown Hopkinsville for their annual Brice Long & Friends Benefit Concert!
100% of the proceeds go towards helping families in Christian, Trigg and Todd Counties!
Doors open at 6pm | Show starts at 7pm
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Missoula Children's Summer Camp Performance: Peter & Wendy
Founded in 1970, Missoula Children’s Theatre is internationally recognized for its unique educational model, which allows local children to rehearse and perform a full musical production in just one week. This residency provides an exceptional opportunity for students to build confidence, teamwork, and performance skills while working alongside professional theatre artists.
About the Camp
Get ready to take center stage! The Missoula Children's Theatre is coming to the Alhambra Theatre, and they are looking for local stars to fill approximately 50–60 roles in the production of Peter and Wendy.
Dates: July 20–25, 2026, the world-renowned Missoula Children’s Theatre returns for a week-long residency to stage the timeless adventure of Peter and Wendy. On Monday, they’re cast as characters. Rehearsal times will be given out based on roles assigned, with the first rehearsal being on Monday after casting. The final performance is on Saturday, July 25th at 2:00pm.
Casting: Monday, July 20, 2026, at the Alhambra Theatre at 10:00 am.
Performance: Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 2:00 pm.
This program provides a unique opportunity for local students to experience a full-scale theatrical production from audition to curtain call in just six days.
Peter and Wendy
Adapted by Michael McGill, Music and Lyrics by Michael McGill
When Captain Hook sends his right-hand man, Smee, on a quest to capture Peter Pan, it’s seemingly business as usual…at first. Little does Hook realize what fantastic adventures await him and his pirate posse in their search for the elusive Peter Pan. Mistaken identities, ever-morphing clouds, a classy crocodile, some very lost boys, and a fickle shadow all add to the mayhem. Meanwhile, Mr. and Mrs. Darling embark on a quest of their own and find themselves trekking everywhere from Hawaii to the North Pole in search of their three missing children. With help from the earth-friendly Neverlanders, exotic Neverland creatures, and faithful Tinker Bell, the Darling children are found, disputes are ultimately resolved, and everyone–including Captain Hook–finds a place where they truly belong.
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
LIVE Series: Buffalo Rome: The Music of Laurel Canyon
Kick off our 2026-27 LIVE at the Alhambra season with a nostalgic journey through the 60s & 70s era folk that led to rock n' roll.
Buffalo Roam brings the rich vocal harmonies and West Coast country-rock vibe made famous by legends like Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Joni Mitchell, and The Mamas & the Papas to the Alhambra stage as we celebrate the Pennyroyal Arts Council’s 50th birthday.
Shakespeare in the Park
Free public performance at the Hopkinsville Greenway Amphitheater.
Fall Movie Series: HAMNET
In late 16th-century England, Agnes, a healer sensitive to the world around her, builds a home with William, a local tutor and aspiring playwright. As their lives fracture, they are tested by distance, silence, and grief.
Rated PG-13
Admission is FREE for all movies. Concessions available.
PACI FALL MURAL Camp with a local artist
Grades 5-12
To register, contact Kelly Selfe at kelly.selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Martha Redbone: Guardian Spirit: The Words of bell hooks
Experience the words of bell hooks — Guardian Spirit, a powerful musical celebration. Through music, storytelling, and imagery, the performance honors bell hooks’ poetry, vision of identity, justice, love, and belonging beyond stereotypes and boundaries.
Created by Martha Redbone, this moving production invites audiences to reflect on, connect with, and celebrate the life and legacy of bell hooks, a Hopkinsville native.
Born Gloria Jean Watkins in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, bell hooks became one of America’s most influential writers, educators, and activists. Through nearly 40 books, she examined race, gender, class, love, and culture with honesty and hope.
Join us for an unforgettable performance of music, reflection, and inspiration.
smARTs Event: Alhambra School Day Performance - Grades 5-12
Contact Kelly Selfe for tickets atKelly.Selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
LIVE Series: Martha Redbone: Guardian Spirit -Words of bell hooks
Experience a powerful multidisciplinary musical exploration of Hopkinsville native bell hooks’ landmark work, Appalachian Elegy: Poetry and Place.
Created by Martha Redbone and Aaron Whitby, this genre-defying soundscape blends mountain spirituals, Blues, Old-Time Gospel, Soul, and Funk to the poetry of bell hooks, honoring the life and legacy of one of America’s most influential writers and activists.
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Dr. Kaboom
The original Doktor Kaboom! School-day performance is an exciting, high-energy journey into science that keeps students engaged from start to finish.
With humor, audience interaction, and unforgettable demonstrations, the good Doktor brings the scientific method to life so students can see, laugh with, and understand it.
Along the way, they’ll explore safety, pressure and force, simple machines, velocity, and how science connects to everyday life—all through engaging, spectacular experiments that spark curiosity and excitement for learning.
smARTs Event: Alhambra School Day Performance - Grades 3-7
Two Showtimes Available: 9:00 AM or 11:30 AM
Contact Kelly Selfe for tickets at Kelly.Selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
Fall Movie Series: Sinners
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
Rated R
Admission is FREE for all movies. Concessions available.
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
The Nutcracker Tea Party
Join the characters of The Nutcracker for an afternoon tea party.
Fall Movie Series: Joy
Joy is the story of the title character, who rose to become founder and matriarch of a powerful family business dynasty.
Rated PG-13
Admission is FREE for all movies. Concessions available.
LIVE Series: Candlelight Celtic Christmas
The perfect way to kick off the Christmas season with performers arriving directly from Ireland. A new, intimate touring show created by World Champion of Irish dance Scott Doherty and musician Chris Smith, this production features traditional Irish tunes, songs, and stories.
The Alhambra stage will be transformed into a magical holiday setting, performing entirely amid the breathtaking, warm glow of over 1,000 candles.
The Nutcracker
The Pennyroyal Arts Council, in collaboration with Brooke Bailey Dance Addiction and talented local students, proudly presents the 7th annual performance of The Nutcracker.
This beloved holiday ballet brings the magic of classical music and dance to life for students, offering a joyful, inspiring introduction to the arts. We look forward to welcoming young audiences to a fun, memorable experience brimming with wonder and holiday spirit.
smARTs Event: Alhambra School Day Performance - Grades K-12
Two showtimes available: 9:00 AM or 11:30 AM
Contact Kelly Selfe for tickets atKelly.Selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
A Christmas Carol
Experience the timeless magic of A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic, which has inspired generations since its publication in 1843. Brimming with heart, hope, and redemption, this unforgettable production invites audiences of all ages to reflect on kindness, compassion, and the true spirit of Christmas.
Presented in partnership with Pennyroyal Arts Council and Campanile Productions, this special community production features a cast of 40 talented local actors who bring the story to life on stage for the third year.
Join us for a heartwarming theatrical experience that inspires, entertains, and celebrates the season.
smARTs Event: Alhambra School Day Performance - Grades K-12
Two showtimes available: 9:00 AM or 11:30 AM
Contact Kelly Selfe for tickets at Kelly.Selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
LIVE Series: Linda Davis - Evening in the Round
Join 3-time Grammy Award winner Linda Davis for an intimate night of acoustic music, hits, and storytelling.
Best known for her mega-hit duet “Does He Love You” with Reba McEntire, and for being the mother of Lady A's frontwoman Hillary Scott, Davis appears alongside hit songwriters Lang Scott and Bill Whyte to deliver a "taste of Music City" filled with humor and the stories behind the songs.
Missoula Children’s Theatre TBA
Grades K-12
To register, contact Kelly Selfe at kelly.selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Clifford the Big Red Dog: Family Show
Perfect for students and educators, the school-day performances provide an engaging theatrical experience that encourages creativity, kindness, literacy, and learning through live performance.
Bring the whole family to see everyone’s favorite Big Red Dog, Clifford, in a brand-new live stage adventure filled with laughter, imagination, friendship, and heartwarming fun for all ages! Don’t miss the special family performance celebrating the magic of unconditional love and childhood wonder.
Grades preK-2
Contact Kelly Selfe at kelly.selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
Clifford the Big Red Dog
smARTs Event: Alhambra School Day Performance - Grades preK-2
Two showtimes available: 9:00 AM or 11:30 AM
Contact Kelly Selfe for tickets at Kelly.Selfe@pennyroyalarts.org
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
LIVE Series: Uptown - Motown Remixed
Get ready for a high-energy celebration of Motown and Soul with Uptown. Featuring three world-class singers backed by a live band, this production brings a modern remix to the classic hits of The Supremes, The Temptations, and more, blending world-class choreography with a fresh, contemporary style that will have you dancing in your seats.
You do not want to miss this high energy performance!
Youth Art Month
The Young Masters Exhibit is displayed the entire month of March, with the Reception and Recognition Ceremony on March 30, 2027 at 5pm.
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
LIVE Series: Steep Canyon Rangers
Closing out the season and celebrating the Alhambra Theatre’s 99th birthday, the Steep Canyon Rangers make their highly anticipated return to the Alhambra Theatre.
Based in Asheville and Brevard, North Carolina, this Grammy-winning American bluegrass band has become widely known since 2009 for their frequent collaborations with actor/banjoist Steve Martin. Perennial Billboard chart-toppers, they bring world-class musicianship and music from their new album, 'Morning Shift', back to Hopkinsville for an unforgettable anniversary finale.
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Visual Arts Camp - America 250: A Journey Through Art
The Pennyroyal Arts Council is excited to announce the return of its smARTS Visual Arts Camp, taking place June 1–5, 2026, at the historic Alhambra Theatre. Designed for students in grades 1–12, this engaging week-long camp invites young artists to explore creativity while learning about influential American artists.
Led by resident artist Paula Gieseke, the 2026 camp theme, “America at 250: A Journey Through Art,” celebrates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States by introducing students to the visionaries who shaped American art. Campers will explore the bold Pop Art of Roy Lichtenstein and Keith Haring, the expressive realism of Georgia O’Keeffe and Wayne Thiebaud, and the innovative work of Jasper Johns. Through hands-on instruction and creative exploration, students will develop their own artistic voice while creating original works inspired by these iconic artists.
The camp offers two age-based sessions as well as a full-day option:
Session 1: 8:00–11:00 AM | Grades 1–4 | $100
Session 2: 12:00–3:00 PM | Grades 5–12 | $100
Full Day (Both Sessions): 8:00 AM–3:00 PM | $200
Students attending half-day sessions should bring a snack and water bottle. Full-day campers should bring a snack, water bottle, and lunch.
The smARTS Visual Arts Camp is part of the Pennyroyal Arts Council’s ongoing commitment to providing accessible arts education and hands-on creative experiences for young people in the community.
Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged.
For more information or to register, visit www.pennyroyalarts.org.
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
The SteelDrivers
Cap off an unforgettable LIVE at The Alhambra Season with a night of powerful music & unmatched talent.
The Steel Drivers, known for their signature blend of bluegrass, country, and Southern rock, will deliver a high-energy performance that will have you on your feet all night. Their soulful melodies and raw, authentic sound have earned them multiple Grammy nominations, and their live shows are nothing short of electrifying. The SteelDrivers are: Richard Bailey (banjo), Tammy Rogers (fiddle), Mike Fleming (bass), Brent Truitt (mandolin), and Matt Dame (Guitar).
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Picnic With the Pops: Kentucky Derby Viewing Event and After Party Featuring "Saved By The Music"
Join us for a Derby watch party followed by a lively concert, all in support of the arts in our community. Doors open in the late afternoon as guests enjoy festive fellowship, specialty cocktails, and the excitement of the Run for the Roses streamed live before the evening’s musical performance begins. Guests are encouraged to embrace the elegance and flair of Derby Day — hats, bow ties, and spring fashion welcome!
Watch the Kentucky Derby live on the big screen with friends and fellow arts supporters. Premium ticket options include curated seating experiences, Derby-inspired fare, and signature cocktails served in commemorative vintage Derby glasses. Following the race, the celebration continues with a live band performance by Saved By The Music - The Ultimate 90’s tribute band, from 7:00 PM–9:00 PM, transforming the evening into a true Derby afterparty.
As PACI’s signature fundraiser, Picnic With The Pops directly supports arts programming, education initiatives, and cultural events that enrich Hopkinsville and the surrounding region. Your attendance helps ensure that creativity continues to thrive in our community.
Throughout the evening, we will also honor our Volunteer of the Year and present the Champion of the Alhambra Award, recognizing those who make our mission possible.
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
An Evening of SADE
Experience an Evening of Sade – April 18, 2026 at the Alhambra Theatre!
Join us for a soulful, intimate tribute to the legendary Sade, featuring the smooth, captivating vocals of Shana Tucker, joined by the Christian Tamburr Trio. This unforgettable night celebrates the timeless elegance of Sade’s music, including beloved hits like Smooth Operator and The Sweetest Taboo.
With jazz-infused arrangements and Tucker’s velvety voice, this performance will transport you straight into the heart of Sade’s signature sound. If you love soul, jazz, and the sultry sophistication of Sade, this is the evening for you.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
The Magic School Bus: Lost In the Solar System
WOW! Pow! How! When students see Professor Wow’s zany, high-energy FUN-Believable Science Show℠ and experience the fantastic, 12-foot tall “Foam Monster,” the impossible “Balloons in Orbit,” the uproariously funny “Bernoulli TP Wipe Out Challenge” and the “Super-Colossal Vortex Cannon.” They learn that nothing is impossible—as long as it obeys the laws of science!
Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Grades K through 8
School Performances Only: Monday, Feb 26th at 9:30am and 12pm
A special thanks to our smARTS sponsors Christian County Public Schools, Flynn Enterprises, First United Methodist Church, Tennessee Valley Authority, Rotary International, Kiwanis International, Vanderbilt Pediatric Associates, United Southern Bank, and Kentucky Arts Council for their support.
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
March 2026 Youth Art Month (YAM)
Youth Art Month (YAM) is an annual observance in the United States that emphasizes the value of art education for all children and encourages support for quality school art programs. It plays a significant role in advocating for the arts and ensuring that students can explore and develop their artistic skills. For over 26 years, the Pennyroyal Arts Council has recognized area student artists by displaying their art at the Alhambra Theatre for the entire month of March, with a reception and ceremony on March 31, 2026.
Grades K - 12
Time: 5:00 PM
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT RESIDENCY
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT HALL RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
PRIVATE EVENT THEATRE RENTAL
If you’re looking for a venue that is rich with charm and functionality, then the Alhambra Theatre is the place for your next performance or private event! The historic theatre recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, involving a second story lobby expansion and additional performance space in 2018 for its 90th anniversary year. Located in the heart of downtown Hopkinsville, our rental facilities are conveniently located. Schedule a time to visit us and book a venue that is sure to impress your audience!
Jazz On Stage - Singing & Swinging at 8:00 PM
Don't miss your chance to witness the incredible Shana Tucker as she brings her innovative blend of jazz, soul, acoustic pop, and folk music to the stage. Renowned for her creativity, artistry, and clever storytelling, Shana Tucker captivates audiences with her unique genre known as ChamberSoul—a harmonious blend of sonic bliss that transcends musical boundaries. This special concert, featuring the talented Christian Tamburr Trio, offers two sets on Sunday, February 23rd: a matinee at 3pm and an evening show at 6pm. Together they will perform classics like Roberta Flack’s "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face," Stevie Wonder’s "Overjoyed," and Sade's "Kiss of Life." Whether you prefer an afternoon matinee of soulful melodies or an evening of musical delight, we've got you covered. Be part of both a timeless and contemporary experience that will close out our Jazz On Stage Series for the season. Secure your tickets now!
Jazz On Stage - Singing & Swinging at 6:00 PM
Don't miss your chance to witness the incredible Shana Tucker as she brings her innovative blend of jazz, soul, acoustic pop, and folk music to the stage. Renowned for her creativity, artistry, and clever storytelling, Shana Tucker captivates audiences with her unique genre known as ChamberSoul—a harmonious blend of sonic bliss that transcends musical boundaries. This special concert, featuring the talented Christian Tamburr Trio, offers two sets on Sunday, February 23rd: a matinee at 3pm and an evening show at 6pm. Together they will perform classics like Roberta Flack’s "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face," Stevie Wonder’s "Overjoyed," and Sade's "Kiss of Life." Whether you prefer an afternoon matinee of soulful melodies or an evening of musical delight, we've got you covered. Be part of both a timeless and contemporary experience that will close out our Jazz On Stage Series for the season. Secure your tickets now!
The Color Purple
The Color Purple (2023) is a musical film adaptation of Alice Walker's novel and the Broadway musical, telling the story of Celie, an African-American woman in the early 1900s who endures hardship and abuse before finding strength and self-acceptance through sisterhood. The film follows Celie's journey through her childhood, abusive marriages, and relationships with women like Nettie, Shug, and Sofia, who help her discover her voice and find joy.
6:30 PM
FREE MOVIE SHOWING
Rising
RISING, a documentary from Team Kentucky, tells the story of the strength and resilience of Eastern Kentuckians as they undertake the most ambitious rebuilding effort in the nation following the historic flooding that took place in the summer of 2022. From devastation to hope, this story chronicles how an idea became a reality as state, federal, and local partners work to build survivors new homes on abandoned coal mine sites – out of the floodplains and protected from future floods. RISING shows the world what is possible and proves that, by working together, we can rise above any challenge.
RISING was produced with support from the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet and the Cabinet for Economic Development.

