The City of Powell has announced its 2023 events schedule. Discover the charm of Powell’s shops, restaurants, and outdoor areas while treating your family to a summer of fun experiences when you attend a concert, festival, or Holiday celebration.
Events include Third Fridays on the Green, Powell Festival, the Memorial Day Parade, and the Lolli-Pops! Children’s Concert Series.
“We want to welcome everyone to Powell,” said City Manager Andrew White. “When you attend one of our diverse special events, you can stroll through the downtown business district and enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, and shopping while taking advantage of the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA).”
3rd Fridays
Each month, the City will host a themed 3rd Friday event with entertainment, music, and more. 2023 themes include a Chocolate Walk, St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold, Passport to Powell, and Police and Fire Night.
Powell Festival
The City’s most popular event returns June 23 & 24 with children’s activities, food trucks, live music, and fireworks (6/24). It will be a weekend filled with fun for all ages.
Other Events
- 3rd Fridays: 6:00pm – 9:00pm @ Village Green Park unless noted
- January Jubilee: January 20, 2023
- Powell’s Wonderful Walk of Chocolate: February 17, 2023
- St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold: March 17, 2023
- Earth Day: April 21 (6:30pm – 8:30pm @ Seldom Seen Park)
- A Summer Night to Remember: July 21
- Powell Festival: Friday & Saturday, June 23 – 24. Fireworks Saturday, June 24. Village Green Park
- Passport To Powell: August 18
- Police & Fire Night: September 15
- Powell Fall Festival & Food Drive: Saturday, October 28, 2023
Lolli-Pops! Children’s Entertainment Series: 10:30am @ Village Green Park Amphitheater
- Paulette’s Princess Parties: June 5
- New Basics Brass Band: June 19
- The Shazzbots: July 3
- Erica Carlson Magic Show with Musical Guest Mark Reinhart: July 17
- Bring the Farm to You (farm animals and homesteading activities): July 31
- Paulette’s Princess Parties: August 14
Holiday Events:
- Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 1 (10:00am @ Village Green Park) Pre-registration required
- Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony: Monday, May 29 @ 10:00am — The Memorial Day Parade will feature community groups and businesses making their way from Grace Drive to Depot Street. Stay for the Memorial Day Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in Village Green Park.
- Candy by the Carload: Sunday, October 22 (4:00pm – 6:00pm @ Seldom Seen Park) Pre-registration required
- Holidays in Powell: Saturday, December 2
City of Powell events are made possible through the generous support of our 2023 sponsors, McClurg Properties and Newman Roofing, LLC.
