The Capitol BG

10/22/2026

Time warp your way back to the Capitol next Saturday, October 31 for two free screenings of your favorite Halloween tradition starring the late, great Tim Curry! Both screenings, beginning at 8 p.m. and midnight, will feature a live shadowcast performance presented by WKU APO. This is a FREE community event and no tickets are required! The first one-hundred people to each showtime will receive a free prop bag, but feel free to bring your own -- please do not bring rice or confetti! Recommended for ages 18 and up.

10/21/2026

Boos & Brews is back at The Capitol this Friday and Saturday! Join us for two nights of FREE Halloween movies, with family-friendly favorites Friday and horror classics Saturday. Check out the movie lineup on our website: https://capitolbg.org/movies/

👻🍻 BOOS & BREWS IS BACK! 🎃

Double the nights, double the frights! Join us @ The Capitol BG THIS Friday for family night & Saturday for some spooky fun, cold brews, and Halloween vibes! 🕸️

Who's coming out to get spooky with us?! 👀

See what movies we're showing here: https://capitolbg.org/movies/

10/19/2026

Enjoy the cool crisp October days with plenty of free offerings at the library!

Monday (10/19) - Join the DIVAS Book Club at 5 p.m. at the Smiths Grove Branch to discuss Freida McFadden's The Housemaid.

Tuesday (10/20) - The Kids Art Lab crew will get creative with Polka Dot Pumpkins at 11 a.m. at the Bob Kirby Branch. Registration is required.

Wednesday (10/21) - Brought to you by WKU PCAL’s Cultural Enhancement Series, the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers will feature a free showing of "Minnie Evans: Draw or Die" at 6:30 p.m. at the Capitol. The documentary explores the inspirational life and artistic mastery of visionary artist Minnie Evans and will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

Thursday (10/22) - Students who would like time to work on projects to enter in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards or assistance with the application process are invited to an Open Workshop Hour at 3:30 p.m. at the Capitol.

Friday (10/23) - Students in middle and high school are invited to Teen Theatre's Halloween Spooktacular -- an evening of pumpkin decorating, snacks, spooky movies, and scary cool improv games -- from 5 to 7 p.m. at the SOKY Center.

Saturday (10/24) - Homeschool families and other curious learners are invited to the Lisa Rice Library for Wonder & Whimsy's Potions Class at 3 p.m., where kids will learn about chemical reactions and ways to make their cauldrons bubble.

10/15/2026

Join us at the Capitol on Wednesday, October 21 for a free screening of Minnie Evans: Draw or Die, a documentary exploring the life and work of visionary artist Minnie Evans! After the movie, which begins at 6:30 p.m, stick around for a Q+A with filmmaker Linda Royal. Brought to you by WKU PCAL’s Cultural Enhancement Series! The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers are funded in part by a grant from South Arts, a regional arts organization, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. No tickets required!

Warren County Public Library WKU Potter College of Arts & Letters South Arts

10/13/2026

The first installation in the Wayans Brothers' hysterical series of horror movie parodies screens for free at the Capitol tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14 at 6:30 p.m! The film stars Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, Regina Hall, and Carmen Electra. Rated R. No tickets required!

Due to public performance laws, we are unable to promote our movie titles on social media. For a full list of upcoming movies, please visit capitolbg.org/movies!

Warren County Public Library

10/13/2026

Another great film to hit the big screen at the Capitol, thanks to the Southern Circuit Tour and partners!

Join us for a free screening of Minnie Evans: Draw or Die, a documentary exploring the life and work of visionary artist Minnie Evans, followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Linda Royal.

📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
📍 The Capitol
🎟️ Free, no tickets required

10/13/2026

For the fifth straight year, the Capitol is proud to host the Sky Arts Film Festival this Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17! The mission of the Sky Arts Film Festival is to grow and develop the media industry in Southern Kentucky by giving filmmakers, media professionals, content creators, movie goers, students, and teachers the opportunity to learn and experience an unforgettable event centered around the art of film making. Each day features a collection of short film blocks and panel discussions!

To check out the schedule and purchase tickets, please visit: https://skyartsfilmfestival.com/saff-2026-schedule/

Sky Arts Film Festival

10/08/2026

The beautiful sound of kernels popping, featuring the Capitol’s brand new popcorn machine! Music to our ears will translate to a more amazing delight for your tastebuds!

10/06/2026

Have you ever wondered how Wishbone was created? Join WKU Public Media at the Capitol this Sunday, October 11 at 6 p.m. for a free screening of What's the Story, Wishbone? to find out! This documentary takes you behind the scenes of how the beloved series came to life!

For a full list of upcoming movies at the Capitol, please visit https://capitolbg.org/movies/

WKU PBS Warren County Public Library

10/06/2026

This Friday at 6:30 and 9 p.m.!

Are you ready for Friday? Catch two classics with us at The Capitol BG.

No tickets needed. Just show up & enjoy. Check out the list of movies at capitolbg.org