Take the detour.
The extra miles are often where the story begins.
Nov 30 – Nov 30, -0001
Route 66 World of Music Festival
Halltown
Bluegrass, gospel, old time country music festival, jam sessions, workshops, open stage, 30-amp electric, hot…
Missouri
Festivals in Missouri
163 events found
Follow what feels interesting.
Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.
Jul 4 – Jul 4, 2009
Carver Day Celebration
Diamond
This commemorative day to celebrate the establishment of George Washington Carver National Monument will include…
Find your way.
There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.
Mar 7 – Mar 7, 2026
Snake Saturday Parade
North Kansas City
Snake Saturday is the largest Irish Festival in the area, with near 100,000 participants in…
Stay curious.
A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.
Mar 14 – Mar 15, 2026
Brigadoon in the Valley – Celtic Fest
Arcadia
Scottish and Irish music, vendors and food, Scottish games competition and bagpiping school.
Take the long way.
The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.
Mar 21 – Apr 12, 2026
Spring Fling Weekends
Eureka
April - May - Planned activities, visits from Yogi Bear, free mini-golf, $10 off Six…
Leave room for the unexpected.
The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.
Apr 4 – Apr 4, 2026
Annual Flower & Garden Festival
Independence
Yard-and garden-related items for sale from booths, combined with City's Arbor Day activities.
Follow what feels interesting.
Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.
Apr 9 – Apr 11, 2026
Annual Dogwood Festival
Camdenton
Fun for the whole family! Carnival, food and craft booths, parade through downtown. Music on…
Find your way.
There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.
Apr 16 – Apr 18, 2026
Annual Bluegrass Spring Festival
Steelville
Covered stage; bring lawn chairs; show will be held rain or shine. Canoeing, horseback riding…
Stop when something catches your eye.
Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.
Apr 17 – Apr 19, 2026
Owensville SpringFest
Owensville
The festival is scheduled for weekend activities each year in the middle of April. The…
Pause when it feels right.
Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.
Apr 17 – Apr 18, 2026
Osage Heritage Days
Laurie
Closed-drum dancing by the Osage Indians, historical speakers, a history museum, kids games, food booths,…
A place to slow down.
Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.
Apr 17 – Apr 19, 2026
Dent County Spring Festival
Salem
Food, concessions, carnival and entertainment.
Make time for quiet places.
Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.
Apr 18 – Apr 18, 2026
Annual Ozark Day
Eminence
Pancake breakfast, lawnmower race, boat race, parade, crafts, auction, karaoke, reenactment, concessions, art show and…
Go a little further.
The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.
Apr 23 – Apr 25, 2026
Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival
Marshfield
The Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival in Marshfield, MO is an annual three-day event in the…
Apr 23 – Apr 27, 2026
Excelsior Springs Gatsby Days
Excelsior Springs
Each spring, Excelsior Springs travels back in time to its golden age, the Roaring ’20s.…
Not every place needs a reason.
Sometimes it's enough just to be there.
Apr 23 – Apr 25, 2026
The Annual Camdenton Dogwood Festival
Camdenton
The Annual Dogwood Festival in Camdenton is one of those small-town traditions that feels both…
The road is the experience.
Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.
Apr 24 – Apr 26, 2026
Valley of Flowers Festival
Florissant
A citywide festival celebrated yearly since its start in 1963, featuring professional theatre performances for…
Simple trips are often the best.
You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.
Apr 25 – Apr 25, 2026
Anderson Berry Festival
Anderson
The event is a celebration of the history of the strawberry industry in Anderson. During…
Apr 25 – Apr 25, 2026
11th Annual Pierce City Arts Festival with 4th annual Jolly Mill 5k and Race
Pierce City
Family friendly arts festival at Jolly Mill Park. Hands on art workshops, live art demonstrations,…
Apr 25 – Apr 25, 2026
Butter Day
Mansfield
The second Saturday in May is Butter Day. The Lions Club sponsors this annual spring…
Keep it easy.
The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.
May 3 – May 5, 2026
Anchor Festival
Centralia
Carnival, concessions, continuous stage entertainment, car and tractor show, fun run, anchor dirving, 3-on-3 basketball…
The road is the experience.
Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.
May 9 – May 9, 2026
May Fest
Blackwater
2nd Saturday. Booths of antiques, crafts, food, plants, candles, collectibles, western attire, jewelry will be…
Take the long way.
The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.
May 9 – May 9, 2026
Old Dillard Town Picnic
Davisville
Recapture the spirit of an old-fashoined town picnic with craft demonstrations, food and period music…
Leave room for the unexpected.
The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.
May 9 – May 9, 2026
Annual Old-Tyme Country Festival
Williamsville
Crafters, storytellers, old-tyme games, tour grist mill with western wheel bubble spring, one day only.
Start early. Stay late.
The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.
May 9 – May 10, 2026
Monroe City Fly-In
Monroe City
Two-day event consisting of baby shows, airplane rides, hot-air balloons, food games and visiting pilots.