Join a friendly crowd for Monday Line Dancing Lessons at the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center. Class runs 3 to 4 pm every Monday at 100 S 10th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501. All experience levels are welcome and no partner is required. Cost is 2 dollars per person, payable at the door. Wear... 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
Think on your feet, make stuff up, laugh a lot, repeat. This two hour improv workshop is led by Elisabeth Wykert, a seasoned performer who trained at Upright Citizens Brigade in Los Angeles and spent four years on Southern California house teams. You will jump into games and exercises that sharpen creativity, build confidence, and... 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
Discover the art of printmaking in this hands-on workshop with artist Rebecca Reilly at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art. Learn how to draw, carve, and print your own design from a linocut block while exploring techniques to bring your creative ideas to life. Participants are encouraged to bring a personal reference image that reflects their... View Article
Learn the essentials of chalk pastels in a relaxed, beginner friendly workshop led by artist Jill Tichenor. You will explore color blending, layering, and texture while creating a fall themed piece to take home. No prior experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little dusty in the name of art.
Get set for a high energy night of live rock in St. Joseph. 10FOUR10 headlines with support from Deviator and Distressofthedamned. Doors open at 7 pm and the show starts at 8 pm. Tickets are 10 dollars at the door. All ages are welcome. Under 18 must attend with adult supervision. Grab your crew, claim... View Article
Celebrate a half century on ice at Bode Ice Arena. Join us for a weekend of skate time and hometown nostalgia. On Saturday, Oct 4, enjoy public skating from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM for 5 dollars per person. Come back Sunday, Oct 5, for free public skating from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Bring... View Article
The USTA Heart of America Level 6 Junior Tournament returns to St. Joseph at the Noyes Tennis Complex. Tournament weekend is October 4 to 5, 2025. Divisions include Boys 12 to 18 and Girls 12 to 14. This is a USTA sanctioned event that awards ranking points, so bring your A game and a spare... View Article
Celebrate Speedliner Day at River Bluff Brewing in St. Joseph on Saturday, Oct 4, 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. See a large display of classic, Saint Joe built Speedliner wooden boats, enjoy $5 Speedliner IPA during the event, and grab lunch from Lucky Thai Food Truck. Free to attend and great for families and history... View Article
Round up your crew for Wild MoWest Homecoming on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM on the Missouri Western State University campus in St. Joseph. Enjoy a campus parade, a spirited tailgate, and Griffon football. Alumni, students, families, and visitors are all welcome. Bring your black and gold, comfortable shoes, and a big voice... View Article
Join us at Trail Theatre in St. Joseph for a live readers theater presentation of “12 Angry Men.” One performance only, Sunday, October 5 at 2 PM. All proceeds benefit the New Generation Singers. Tickets are 10 dollars. Purchase in advance at Eventbrite or buy at the door. Presented in partnership with the New Generation... View Article
Chiefs watch party at 1st Barrel Brewing. Doors open at 6 PM and the game is on with sound. Be the first to try our new Beer and Bourbon flight featuring two house beers and two hand picked bourbons. We will have snacks ready and our Sip and Supper meal available. Grab a table, cheer... View Article
Join local hosts Phil Vandel, Jeff Hofmeister, and Charles Stone for an acoustic open jam at Jake’s Steakhouse & Sports Bar. This is a guitar centered, no amp session. Plug... View Article
Tiny Tot Town is a hands-on, kid-sized community where little learners play their way through real-world roles. Children meet friendly shop owners, community heroes, bankers, librarians, and doctors while exploring how a town works. Designed for infants through age 5, the experience builds confidence, curiosity, and early social skills through open play. Join us at... View Article
Join award-winning watercolorist Lana Cease for a two-day workshop that explores the glow of neon at night. Using the historic Katz Drug Store sign from Kansas City, now at the Lumi Museum, as inspiration, you will learn how to capture vivid light against a rich night sky and build realistic compositions. This class welcomes beginners... View Article
Sing your favorites with DJ Krunk at The Brass Lion Pub on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 8 PM to 11 PM. Expect a fun, low-pressure crowd, quick signups, and plenty of classics. The bar is fully stocked and the menu is limited for fast bites. Come early for a good spot. Stay late for... View Article
Verses and Vices returns to Mokaska Coffee for an all-ages open mic focused on poetry and the written word. Bring a poem, a short piece of prose, or come to... View Article
Discover the key herbs used in ancient folk magic and witchcraft traditions in this hands-on workshop with Traveler’s Hearth. You will create your own simmer pot, sample medicinal teas, and learn how to use herbs for intention setting, altar building, and the history of their sacred use. All materials and teas are included with your... View Article
Create a little hoot of your own at this one-day, hands-on workshop with Pat Benedict, a full-time miniature artist who has taught in St. Joseph for more than 30 years. You will design and build an owl bird house miniature from scratch using clay and wire. Pat walks you through each step, from the first... View Article
Celebrate local makers at the Fall Craft Fair at East Hills Shopping Center in St. Joseph, MO. Browse handmade goods, art, jewelry, candles, home decor, baked treats, and more. It is the perfect spot to find one of a kind gifts before the holidays. Family friendly and easy to shop rain or shine.Dates and times:... View Article
Celebrate the 10th Donut Dash on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 8 AM. This family friendly, timed 5K+ rolls through the historic streets of downtown St. Joseph, highlighting Mount Mora Cemetery, Patee House Museum, and Robidoux Row Museum. Enjoy famous Gold-N-Glaze donuts at the start and at the finish, then claim your finisher medal. Key... View Article
Second Saturdays returns to Downtown St. Joseph for the October edition. Spend the day exploring independent shops, galleries, restaurants, breweries, and salons with fall specials, tastings, live music, and hands-on art. Most offers begin late morning and many run into the evening, so you can shop, sip, and stroll at your own pace. Full details... View Article
Even ghosts and ghouls need a place to unwind. Join Nesting Goods on Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM to turn your house into a home with simple Halloween decor, warm textures, and practical how to ideas. Browse seasonal displays, pick up tips from the team, and leave with pieces that feel festive and... View Article
The Jerry Forney Blues Band brings a Sunday 3 PM matinee to Magoon’s Famous Delicatessen in St. Joseph, MO. This first afternoon set is all about tight grooves and unfussy, road-tested blues. Come early to claim a good seat, order your favorite deli pick, and let the guitar work do the talking. Perfect for an... View Article
All Star Karaoke with DJ Iceberg hits First Ward House in St. Joseph, MO on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 8 PM to 11:45 PM. Pick your song, step to the mic, and let DJ Iceberg keep the energy high between tracks. Perfect for groups, date night, or anyone whose shower acoustics deserve an audience.
Line Dancing Lessons St Joseph MO. Learn classic and modern line dances in a friendly, beginner supportive class at the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center. No partner required. Two left feet welcome. Sessions run every Monday from 3 to 4 pm at 100 S 10th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501. Cost is $2 per... View Article
Settle in for Shelf Indulgence Book Club at The Den in St. Joseph. The evening starts at 6:00 PM with the Spicy Book Club reading “Her Soul to Take,” then... View Article
Warm up those vocal cords and claim the spotlight at Karaoke with DJ Krunk at The Brass Lion Pub. Drop in on Wednesday, October 15 from 8 PM to 11... View Article
Learn the art of colored pencil with Wanda Taylor at the Albrecht Kemper Museum of Art on Thursday, October 16, 2025, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. With 20 plus years... View Article
Sweeney Todd comes to St. Joseph, MO as Robidoux Resident Theatre presents Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s legendary musical thriller. Set in 19th century London, an unjustly exiled barber returns to seek revenge on the judge who destroyed his family, forging a grim partnership with Mrs. Lovett of the struggling pie shop downstairs. Expect dark... View Article
All Hallow’s Eve Festival returns with a Renaissance meets Halloween twist. Explore a realm of ghouls, goblins, fairies, and fantasy characters, then brave the haunted house, load up at trunk or treat, and play Halloween themed games for all ages. Shop 30 plus vendors, sample multiple food trucks, and enjoy festival activities the whole family... View Article
Dolewite takes the stage at Coleman Hawkins Park on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Expect a high-energy mix of hits, good vibes, and downtown views.... View Article
Join us at Mokaska Coffee for Reina and The Collective on Friday, October 17 at 7 PM. Expect rich vocals, a tight groove, and the warmth of a live band... View Article
The Dope Nobody Tour hits St. Joseph for one night only. Silent Ave, The Backpack Kid, Grizz Lee, and Yxng Ched bring a high energy hip hop lineup to Good... View Article
Celebrate fall at St. Joe Harley-Davidson during October Smokin' Tunes on Saturday, October 18 from 12 PM to 4 PM. Enjoy live sets from Kevin Schneider and Tracy Huffman, grab... View Article
Settle in with a cup of tea and join a friendly group of readers for the Afternoon Tea Book Club. We meet at Alchemy Tea Co for a guided conversation led by Jenny Ellis, Carnegie Library librarian. The club reads a mix of adult and young adult titles. Finished the pick or only halfway through.... View Article
Alchemy Tea Co presents The Witches Coven, a Halloween drag show in St. Joseph featuring Zanny Ex Uchawi, Bianca Bliss, Baron Wormwood, Alexandria Evangelista, Minti Verieties, and Scary Cherry. Expect high energy numbers, spooky looks, and a room full of Halloween spirit. Enter the costume contest for prizes to the top three. This is a... View Article
Turn travel memories into art in this one day workshop with artist and author Shannon Christensen. Learn a simple Illustrated Lifebook method that blends watercolor, sketching, and story so your... View Article
Join the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art for Wicked Wednesday with miniature artist Pat Benedict. In this one day, hands on workshop you will sculpt a witch and her familiar from... View Article
Celebrate spooky season at THE DEN inside Scream 519. Learn step by step from Crystina Goss and decorate a set of Halloween cookies. Your 30 dollar ticket includes cookies, all... View Article
Rocktoberfest rolls into St. Joseph on Thursday, October 23 at 5:30 PM at Cafe Acoustic Concert Hall. Scotty Austin, former vocalist of Saving Abel from 2013 to 2021, headlines this... View Article
Sweeney Todd comes to St. Joseph, MO as Robidoux Resident Theatre presents Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s legendary musical thriller. Set in 19th century London, an unjustly exiled barber returns to seek revenge on the judge who destroyed his family, forging a grim partnership with Mrs. Lovett of the struggling pie shop downstairs. Expect dark... View Article
Bowl for a cause at the 12th Annual Strike Out Cancer. Join us at Belt Entertainment in St. Joseph. Sessions are Friday, Oct 24, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, and Sunday, Oct 26, 1 pm to 3 pm. Teams of 4 to 6. Cost is 25 dollars per person, shoes included, paid on site. Funds... View Article
Don’t dream it, be it at The Trail Theatre for the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Join the cult classic on the big screen with full audience participation, call backs, and props that keep the party rolling. Costumes are encouraged, singing is expected, and doing the Time Warp is practically mandatory. Three... View Article
Celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month with the She Means Business Shop Crawl on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 5:00 to 9:30 PM. Your $30 ticket unlocks exclusive discounts, an... View Article
Celebrate peak color on a guided hike with Ann Marie, one of St. Joseph’s best naturalists. We will explore the bluff trails, look for seasonal highlights, and learn tips for... View Article
Sing along with The Nightmare Before Christmas at our 5th Annual Nightmare Before Geekmas. Club Geek will screen the film twice on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 7 PM and... View Article
Dueling Pianos comes to Eagles Lodge in St Joseph, MO on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 7 PM to 9:30 PM. Two premier pianists go head to head, trading requests,... View Article
Soaring With Kindness is a skydiving fundraiser that benefits Noyes Home in St. Joseph. Raise at least $500 and you can make the jump with Falcon Skydiving. Commit by October 6 and submit funds by October 20 to Noyes Home. Event is Saturday, October 26 from 1 to 5 PM at Falcon Skydiving. To sign... View Article
Since 2016, this enchanting event has been a favorite Halloween tradition, offering guests a chance to enjoy an afternoon or evening filled with magic and mystery. Guests can look forward to psychic readings, a gourmet meal, specialty cocktails, boutique shopping, and spooky entertainment. Mark your calendars and gather your friends—you won’t want to miss the... View Article
Get crafty at The Den on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6 PM with our Bedazzled Skull Class. Art Attack Studio provides step-by-step instruction, plus everything you need to design a sparkling decorative skull, including rhinestones and supplies. Your $35 ticket also includes one welcome cocktail served in our Halloween pop up bar, Scream 519.... View Article
Spend a full day exploring pastel painting with artist Jill Tichenor at the Albrecht Kemper Museum of Art. This fall themed workshop runs Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You will work through guided exercises that build confidence with layering, blending, and color application, then create an autumn inspired piece to... View Article
Tip off the college hoops season in downtown St. Joseph as the D2CCA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tip Off Classic takes over Civic Arena from Friday, October 31 through Sunday, November 2. Twelve NCAA Division II programs compete across 12 games, four per day, with local favorites Missouri Western and Northwest Missouri State in both... View Article
Spend Halloween weekend at Beattie Mansion in St. Joseph for All Hallows Eve On The Hill. Festivities begin Friday, October 31, 2025 at 4 PM. A limited number of 2 night VIP tickets are $200, and the next 7 purchasers receive a complimentary event t shirt. Pay via Venmo @thebeattiemansion or Zelle at 941-228-7744.
Join us for a Halloween Party and Costume Contest at Do It A’Ginn Event Hall. Friday, October 31, 2025 at 7 PM. $15 entry or $25 per couple at the door. BYOB. Snacks and treats provided. Best costume wins a grand prize trophy and gift. 1802 Messanie St., Saint Joseph, MO.
Glore After Hours returns to the Glore Psychiatric Museum in St. Joseph, MO. Explore four floors and historic tunnels on a self-guided paranormal investigation. Join group Estus and dowsing sessions, hear patient stories, and enjoy snacks and refreshments. Oct 31, 9 PM to 12 AM. Tickets 40 dollars. Ghosts provided. Courage required.
Get your costume ready and bring your crew. Fright Night takes over The Brass Lion Pub in St. Joseph. Nick Hadley leads the show with special guest Tim Leland, hosted by 3LADE. Expect high energy live music, crowd favorites, and a few spooky surprises. Music runs Saturday November 1 from 9 pm to 11:45 pm.... View Article
All Star Karaoke returns to First Ward House with DJ Iceberg spinning your favorites. Join us Sunday Nov 2, 2025 from 8 pm to 11:45 pm for a night of big voices and bigger fun. All experience levels welcome. Sign up on arrival and bring your best chorus.