• P.O. Box 612 Grayson, KY 41143

  • 606-474-4401

    • Grayson Area Chamber of Commerce

    Grayson Memory Days 2025

    NOTICE: Outdoor Events. Some Events are subject to last-minute changes. Follow this page and Chamber Facebook pages for the most recent notices.

    A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE

    Opening Ceremonies will contain a special Veterans Highlight

    During this year's Memory Days we will be honoring area Veterans and their families with a special Highlight Reel that will play for all to see during this year's Opening Ceremonies on Thursday evening May 22nd. 
    If you have a submission please scan the QR code or email [email protected]
    Submissions will be accepted until May 10th

    Memory Days Sponsors (So Far)
    We simply cannot have a successful Memory Days event without the help of our wonderful local and regional business and organization sponsors, please let them know your appreciation of their support. 

    Corporate Sponsor:


    Diamond Sponsors: Members Choice Credit Union, First National Bank of Grayson, Blue Sky Telecom, Fresh Start Health Clinic, Commercial Bank, Smithfield Foods, McDonalds of the Tri-State, John W. Clark Oil, Business Cultivation Foundation, Grayson Tourism, UK King's Daughters, City National Bank, Michelle Wilhoit State Farm Insurance & Investments, Grayson Sanitation, WGOHWUGO Radio


    Platinum Sponsors: Forth's Foods/Ralph's Foodfair


    Gold Sponsors:  Dionysus, Ramona Salyer's State Farm Insurance, Gibbs Hardware, Quality Magnetite, Kentucky Christian University, Tri-State Ophthalmology, PrimaryPlus, Grayson Mobile Homes,


    Silver Sponsors: Todd Pratt KY Farm Bureau Insurance, Leslie Kiser Roseberry PVA, Fraley Miller Company CPA, The Hogs Trough, Violet's Dress Shop, Willis Law Office, James Family Outfitters


    Bronze Sponsors: Celebrate Recovery, Archey Fitness, Nancy Burchett Ross Reality, Miller Insurance Company, John Dean CPA, The Healer's Touch: Holistic Massage & Botanica, Dyer's Big Sandy Superstore, Centerstage Studio, Silver Spur Tattoo, Robert W. Miller Attorney, Bit o' Time Treasures, Walking on Sunshine Spa & Shoppe, Smith Dungeon Hobby, Toy & Collectibles Shop, Kee's Farm Service,  Judge Rupert Wilhoit, Cabin Creek Camping

    Friends of Memory Days: Horton & Brown Pharmacy

    Memory Days Parade "A Walk Down Memory Lane:, Saturday, May 24th. Registration begins Thursday, May 1st.
    NEW THIS YEAR! The Memory Days Battle of the Bands.

    Do you think your band has what it takes to walk away the winner? On Friday Night, May 23rd at 6:30 PM your band can compete in a 3 song competition to see who will walk away with the cash prize* AND the opening slot on Saturday's evening entertainment. Rules and Registration can be found below:

    Rules:

    One one band per registrant is allowed, in other words you cannot represent more than one band

    A band is defined as 3 or more members with instruments, no backing tracks will be allowed.

    You will be using the sound & monitor engineer provided by Grayson Memory Days. A Drum kit and Bass rig will be provided, you will be given 5 minutes during stage changeover.

    The entry fee is $150 and must be paid in cash prior to the start of the competition. 

    The judges decisions are final

    Grayson's Got Talent

    Saturday, May 24th at 5:00 PM at the Go Radio Stage


    Bring your best talent, singing, dancing, comedy, juggling, ventriloquist, magician and participate in the Grayson's Got Talent. 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners will receive prizes and our 1st Place winner will get to open one night of entertainment during the 2026 Grayson Memory Days!

    SATURDAY NIGHT

    Dustin Burchett & Kentucky Clear will be performing on Saturday Night

    The winner of the Battle of the Bands will open for Dustin..

    This is NOT the finalized schedule, events are being added as confirmed:

    Saturday, May 17th:
    Grayson Memory Days Pageant, East Carter High School Gymnasium. Doors open at 5:00 PM. Registration form can be found at the Grayson Memory Days Facebook Page. 

    Sunday, May 19th:
    2:30 PM: Quilts of Valor Presentation at First Church of Christ (287 Pomeroy Street, Grayson).

    Thursday, May 22nd:
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: The Golden Age Gala at 4-Ever After Weddings & Events (238 Cabin Creek Road, Grayson).
    1:30 PM Grayson Memory Days "A Walk Down Memory Lane" Window Judging
    4:00 PM: Merchant & Food Vendors open at The Blue Goose Building and along Pomeroy Street
    5:00 PM: Opening Ceremonies
    6:00 PM: Holler Down the Holler & Carter County Poetry Society Poetry Slam, Grayson Gallery & Arts Center (301 E. Third Street) 
    6:00 PM: Centerstage Studios Performance in front of the Go Radio Stage
    7:30 PM: City Heat

    Friday, May 23rd:
    4:00 PM: Merchant & Food Vendors open at The Blue Goose Building and along Pomeroy Street
    4:00 PM - Food is gone "Duane Suttles Memorial Day BBQ" (East Third Street), Food provided FREE by First National Bank of Grayson.
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Student Art Show at the Grayson Art Gallery (301 E. Third Street) Music & Snacks
    6:00 PM: CenterStage Studio Performance in front of the Go Radio Stage
    7:00 PM: 2025 Memory Days Battle of the Bands (See above for registration)

    Saturday, May 24th:
    6:30 AM: Memory Days East Carter High School 5k Run & Walk. Run begins at 7:00 AM. Pre-register before May 10th to get a T-Shirt. Call Kaylee Limings Archey at 606-694-1971
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Memory Days Car Show presented by The Carter County Cruisers, Prichard Elementary School, contact John Bailey at 606-315-0454.
    9:00 AM: Merchant & Food Vendors open at The Blue Goose Building and along Pomeroy Street
    10:00 AM: 24th Annual All Creatures Veterinary Care "Dog Jog", Gazebo on Main Street. Entry fee is $20. Call 606-474-5146.  
    10:30 AM: Book Sale by the Carter County Friends for the Library (Main Street)
    11:00 AM: Scavenger Hunt Winners announced at the Gazebo
    11:30 AM Batman (Heroes for Hire) will speak to the kids in front of the Gazebo.
    12:00 PM: Parade Lineup begins at Michelle Wilhoit State Farm office (603 West Main Street, Grayson). Parade Registration begins May 1st.
    1:00 PM: The Grayson Memory Days Parade "A Walk Down Memory Lane", sponsored by The Grayson Chamber of Commerce. Grand Marshall: Becky Walker
    2:00 PM*: (Immediately following the parade) Citizen's Veterans Association will present a Memorial Ceremony at Veterans Park.
    5:00 PM: Grayson's Got Talent at the Go Radio Stage (See above for registration)
    6:00 PM: Prichard Reunion at The First Baptist Church Ministry Center (162 North Court Street). Contact Jane Fankell via Facebook Messenger for information
    Saturday Night's Entertainment brought to you by Grayson Tourism & Business Cultivation Foundation
    7:00 PM: Winner of the 2025 Memory Days Battle of the Bands
    8:30 PM: Dustin Burchett & Kentucky Clear

    Sunday, May 25th:
    1:00 PM: Merchant & Food Vendors open at The Blue Goose Building and along Pomeroy Street
    1:00 PM: Carter County Kiwanis Club Jeep Show (Main Street) brought to you by Murray's AutoSales & Tint Wizard. Contact Jami Horton at 606-474-7802 to register.
    The Mike Phillips Memorial Bluegrass Show brought to you by Members Choice Credit Union, Smithfield Foods & Commercial Bank of Grayson and welcomed by RudyFest.
    4:00 PM: Adalyn Ramey
    4:30 PM: Dreyden Gordon & Friends
    5:30 PM: Hammertowne
    7:00 PM: David Parmley
    8:30 PM: The Lonesome River Band
    *Times are approximate

    (BONUS) Monday, May 26th: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: AK Street Rod Car Show at First Baptist Church of Grayson (162 North Court Street). All proceeds benefit East Carter Football. Contact Todd Brown at 606-694-5575


    The Mike Phillips' Memorial Bluegrass Show

    Sunday, May 25th beginning at 4:00 PM on the WGOH Stage
    FREE ADMISSION
    Bring Your Own Comfortable Chairs

    The Lonesome River Band


    David Parmley

    Hammertowne


    Dreyden Gordon & Friends


    Adalyn Ramey