Hopkinsville is getting ready to welcome believers, skeptics, and the just plain curious to a celebration of the weird and wonderful with a brand new event called GoblinCon.
It’s part paranormal expo, part hometown celebration. GoblinCon is a two-day festival paying tribute to the 70th anniversary of the legendary Kelly-Hopkinsville Encounter—a supposed alien visit that’s now part of local lore.
Amy Rogers, Executive Director of Visit Hopkinsville, says the event is about more than just UFO sightings—it’s about embracing the region’s rich and quirky history.
click to download audioThe event’s coordinator, Eric Freeman, says attendees can expect a full lineup of speakers and hands-on activities.
click to download audioGoblinCon will run August 24th and 25th, but the fun kicks off early on August 23rd with a mini-festival at Visit Hopkinsville featuring vendors and speaker announcements.
click to download audioFreeman says the event also aims to highlight all things paranormal across Kentucky—from haunted locations to unexplained creatures. It’s a celebration of the strange stories that give the region its unique character.
click to download audioFor full details, visit GoblinConKY.com.
