Explore. Discover. Celebrate.Join us on Saturday, September 6, 2025, for Free Museum Day, presented by the Museums Association of St. Joseph, Missouri! This one-day-only event opens the doors to 11 incredible museums and historic sites in St. Joseph and Savannah — all for free. Whether you're a local looking for a fun day out or... View Article
StroudStock returns to Civic Center Park in St. Joseph on Saturday, September 6, 2025, for a full day of free, family-friendly fun. Enjoy live music with a headlining band, a... View Article
Join nationally recognized fiber artist Marylin Huskamp for a hands-on Halloween Owl Workshop. In this full-day class, you will create a unique 12-inch tall Halloween Fiber Owl using foam, wire,... View Article
Join us on Thursday, September 12 from 7–10 PM for an evening with Phil Vandel, a talented singer-songwriter known for his high-energy performances and heartfelt acoustic sound. Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and a fun atmosphere while Phil delivers a mix of originals and crowd-favorite covers. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just looking for... View Article
The South Side Fall Festival Royalty Contest returns on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Children and teens ages 4–17 are invited to compete for age group titles and the coveted Grand Supreme Winner. This year’s theme is the Roaring Twenties, so contestants are encouraged to bring out their best 1920s-inspired outfits—flapper dresses, vintage suits, and glamorous... View Article
Join us on Saturday, September 13 from 11 AM to 5 PM at Alchemy Tea Co. for Brew & Browse, a cozy fall pop-up vendor event. Sip seasonal drinks while... View Article
Step into a world of whimsy at Traveler’s Hearth’s Enchanted Garden Tea Party. From 4 PM to 6 PM on Saturday, September 13, guests of all ages are invited to enjoy an afternoon filled with charm, flavor, and creativity. Sip your way through a curated tasting flight of five unique teas, ranging from delicate floral... View Article
Step up your style at Brims & Blooms: Dried Flower Hat Clip Pop-Up in St. Joseph! Browse a curated collection of handcrafted, one-of-a-kind hat clips made with everlasting dried flowers. Whether you love soft neutrals, bold pops of color, or vintage-inspired designs, you’ll find the perfect floral accent to make your favorite hat bloom in... View Article
Join us at Castle Bridge Event Center for an evening of great food and live entertainment. Doors open at 3:30 PM with dinner served by Big Chad’s BBQ from 5 to 7:30 PM. Local favorite Tad Hopkins will take the stage from 6 to 8:30 PM for an energetic live performance. Admission is free, the... View Article
Step into the legend of the Boggy Creek Bigfoot of Arkansas. Join renowned researcher and author William Lunsford as he shares his personal encounters with the Fouke Monster, the creature made famous by the classic Legend of Boggy Creek film. With a fascinating collection of evidence including photographs, plaster casts of tracks, and eyewitness accounts,... View Article
Welcome fall with the cheesiest showdown in St. Joseph. S’Mac Down 2025 is the city’s only competitive mac and cheese cook off, hosted by Sisters of Solace. Enter the Homestyle... View Article
Join us Thursday, September 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM for a laid-back evening of live music with Dakota Livingston on the patio at Murphy’s Smokin Meats & Catering! Enjoy... View Article
The 36th Annual Southside Fall Festival returns to St. Joseph, Missouri, September 19–21, 2025. Held at 402 East Hyde Park Avenue, this family-friendly celebration features a wide variety of local food, live entertainment, craft and retail vendors, and activities for all ages. Visitors can explore the South Side community, enjoy festival traditions, and experience the... View Article
Get ready for a morning of big wheels and bigger smiles! Join JE Dunn Construction and Rolling Hills Library for Touch-A-Truck on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 10 AM in... View Article
Join us for the annual Southside Fall Festival Fireworks, presented by Aerial FX, on Friday, September 19, 2025. The show will begin around 9:15 PM at Hyde Park in St.... View Article
Celebrate community pride at the 36th Annual Southside Fall Festival Parade in St. Joseph on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The parade begins at 10 AM, starting at Green Hills Grocery... View Article
Get ready for a wild day at Herp-O-Rama 2025! Celebrate the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians with hands-on activities for all ages. Enjoy live animal encounters, a scavenger hunt, nature crafts, and a coloring station. Activities will be held both indoors and outdoors at the Remington Nature Center. At 2:30 p.m., join naturalists Shelly... View Article
Get ready for a sizzling night of music, flavor, and fun at September Smokin’ Tunes in St. Joseph, MO! This lively event brings together the best of two worlds—mouthwatering BBQ and incredible live music. Gather your friends, bring the family, and enjoy a night filled with delicious food, toe-tapping tunes, and a community atmosphere you... View Article
Get ready to shine at the 3rd Annual Headlights & Highbeams Car Show! Join us on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 2–7 PM at the beautiful Castle Bridge Event Center... View Article
Spend an easy evening at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art with free admission from 4 to 7 pm. Explore new exhibitions, let the kids jump into hands on art activities, and unwind with a cash bar featuring signature cocktails. At 5 pm, settle in for a St. Joseph History Talk by Harrison Hartley in the... View Article
Discover the bold elegance of Gothic Black Letter calligraphy in this hands-on workshop at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art. Guided by experienced instructor Jo Anne, participants will learn the foundations of this historic script style that once filled medieval manuscripts. This three-hour session covers essential tools, strokes, and letterforms, making it ideal for both beginners... View Article
Enjoy an evening of great food and live music at the Castle Bridge Event Center on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Doors open at 3:30 PM, with dinner served by Geneo’s Pizza from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. Switchtrack takes the stage from 6:00 to 8:30 PM for a high-energy performance the whole family can enjoy. This... View Article
Fall is in the air, and Hazel’s Downtown is the perfect place to celebrate with creativity, coffee, and community. ShyDesigns and Hazel’s Coffee invite you to a cozy Paint &... View Article
Experience the magic of Star Wars on the big screen as Return of the Jedi comes to the Trail Theatre for a special weekend run. Opening night kicks off Friday,... View Article
Step into an evening of words, warmth, and wonder at Poetry Under the Lanterns. Gather with kindred spirits beneath the glow of lantern light to share your favorite poems—or something... View Article
Join us for Angels & Ales Oktoberfest: Archangel Feast at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 5 to 10 PM. The evening begins with... View Article
Step into the fascinating world of spiders during Adventures in Spider Sniffing! Join Shelly Cox for an engaging presentation where you’ll discover surprising facts about spiders and learn the unusual... View Article
Join us at Ricky Dean’s for the 2nd Annual Fall Spectacular on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM. This family-friendly event offers free admission and a... View Article
Make your Mark on the World! Paint Workshop with Missouri Western State University offers a fun and creative experience for children and families. Join child and language development experts Ronda... View Article
Join us at The Den on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, from 6–8 PM for a Halloween Paint Party. You’ll enjoy step-by-step painting as you create your choice of festive Halloween or fall-themed designs. All supplies are included, plus your ticket comes with a welcome drink to enjoy while you paint. Whether you’re planning a girls’... View Article
Bad Art by Good People is a one-of-a-kind community event that pairs local artists with community leaders to create original works of art. Over the course of a month, these unlikely teams collaborate, learn new skills, and produce pieces that are as creative as they are unexpected. On October 2, the finished artworks will be... View Article
PumpkinFest 2025 returns October 3–5 at the Pony Express National Museum in St. Joseph, Missouri. This free, family-friendly festival features live entertainment, carnival rides, games, crafters, food vendors, and the annual children’s costume parade. The highlight of the weekend is the lighting of the Great Pumpkin Mountain, built from hundreds of hand-carved, glowing pumpkins. Bring... View Article
Come for the shopping, stay for the dogs. St. Joseph Women’s Expo features wellness vendors, home decor, DIY projects, workshops and a Mosaic Life Care keynote on stress. Includes a 5 dollar grocery coupon on the ticket.
Step back into the nostalgia of the 1960s and 70s with The Wonder Bread Years, coming to the historic Missouri Theatre on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Written and performed by Seinfeld veteran Pat Hazell, this hilarious one-man show celebrates the humor of everyday family life, pop culture touchstones, and the simple joys... View Article
Chonda Pierce Live comes to St. Joseph for a night of guilt free laughter, real talk, and stories that feel like they were lifted from your group text. With her... View Article