The Belle Louise Historic Bed & Breakfast

05/09/2026

🏅 GOLD SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: MID AMERICA CUSTOMS 🚗🎸

We want to give a big thank you to Mid America Customs Golf Carts for supporting Cars & Guitars as one of our Gold Sponsors this year!

Mid America Customs is a local Paducah business specializing in Club Car golf carts, customization, accessories, rentals, and utility vehicles. Whether you’re looking for something practical, fun, or fully customized, they bring a unique mix of style, function, and personality to everything they do.

Support from businesses like Mid America Customs is what helps make Cars & Guitars possible. Their investment in this event helps us bring together classic cars, live music, local businesses, and a strong downtown atmosphere for the whole community to enjoy.

We’re proud to have them involved this year and excited to showcase another local business that helps make our community better.

Please help us thank Mid America Customs for supporting Cars & Guitars and helping us build something special in Downtown Paducah!

05/09/2026

✨ How incredible does the Columbia look? ✨

We want to give a huge thank you to the Columbia Art House for putting Cars & Guitars - May 23rd, 2026 up on the historic Columbia Theatre marquee. Seeing our event listed on such an iconic piece of Downtown Paducah history is pretty special.

The restored exterior looks absolutely amazing, and the marquee continues to be one of the coolest sights downtown. It’s exciting to see the Columbia coming back to life and becoming part of the energy and momentum happening in our community.

Thank you to Save the Columbia for the support and for helping us spread the word about Cars & Guitars. We’re proud to have this historic landmark helping light up the way to the event.

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

‼️ Tomorrow is the day! Don't miss your chance to hang out with Grammy-winning musician Louis Michot of Lost Bayou Ramblers. Even better, it's all FREE! From the bayous of French Louisiana to the heart of Paducah, Louis is bringing his music, his stories, and his culture straight to you. Here's what's happening tomorrow, May 6:

🪗 10 AM - Workshop: Cajun and Creole Music in French Louisiana with Louis Michot
🎵 2 PM - Workshop: A History of Louisiana French Music with Louis Michot
🎉 5:30 PM – Kick Off LTAMF: Student Art, Music & Meet Louis Michot

🎻 Sign up for the workshops at the link in the Facebook events! See you there!

05/05/2026

🍽️ SILVER SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: STELLA’S 🚗🎸

We want to give a big thank you to Stella's for supporting Cars & Guitars as one of our Silver Sponsors this year!

Located on Broadway in Downtown Paducah, Stella’s is a locally owned tavern inside the historic C.C. Cohen building, offering inspired cuisine, crafted cocktails, and a great downtown atmosphere.

Support from businesses like Stella’s is exactly what helps make Cars & Guitars possible. Their support helps us bring classic cars, live music, local businesses, and community together for a night that celebrates Downtown Paducah.

As you make plans for Cars & Guitars, be sure to keep Stella’s in mind. Whether you’re grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or looking for a great downtown stop before or after the event, they’re a perfect part of the Cars & Guitars experience.

Please help us thank Stella’s for supporting Cars & Guitars and helping us build something special downtown!

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

🛠️ SILVER SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: HARLAN AUTOMOTIVE 🚗🎸

We want to give a big thank you to Harlan Automotive in Paducah, KY for supporting Cars & Guitars as one of our Silver Sponsors this year!

Harlan Automotive has built a strong reputation in our area as a reliable, trusted shop that takes care of its customers and supports the local community. We’re proud to have them involved with Cars & Guitars and grateful for the support they’ve shown our event.

They’re also hosting their Harlan Automotive 5th Annual Spring Cruise In on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at 2500 Wayne Sullivan Drive in Paducah.

This is a great opportunity to come out, enjoy some cars, meet other enthusiasts, and support a meaningful cause. All proceeds will go to Cassidy’s Cause, a local nonprofit that provides equine-assisted therapy and activities.

If your vehicle needs work, or if you’re looking for a dependable local automotive shop, be sure to keep Harlan Automotive in mind.

Help us thank Harlan Automotive for supporting Cars & Guitars, and make plans to stop by their Spring Cruise In on May 16th!