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Celebrate Father’s Day in Columbia

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate Father’s Day this weekend, there are a couple events in Columbia to enjoy. Families can jump over to Sky Zone Columbia for fun family time at Dads & Donuts Little Leapers from 9 am.-11 a.m. Saturday. Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure created for parents […]

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Several Juneteenth Events Planned in Columbia This Weekend

This weekend, there are several events planned in Columbia to celebrate Juneteenth. On Friday, enjoy the CoMo Juneteenth Kick Off at REDI starting at 5:30 p.m. at 500 E. Walnut suite 102, and a celebration at 5th St. Christian Church at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, join in for the CoMo Juneteenth Parade, with lineup starting […]

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CoMo Grown-Up Book Fair Set For This Weekend

This weekend, find a new book or two to read this summer at the second annual CoMo Grown-up Book Fair hosted by Rose Music Hall. Starting at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, entertain your inner child and browse a curated selection of books from local and independent booksellers, including Skylark Bookshop, Yellow Dog Bookshop, Distant Planet Comics, […]

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Experience The Jurassic Empire at The Columbia Mall

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime at the Columbia mall. Starting Friday, enjoy the largest most realistic dinosaur drive-thru event ever seen. Through June 18, experience this fun-filled family event in the cafe court parking lot. While staying in your car, families will get to go through a prehistoric journey from the Jurassic […]

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Rose Music Hall Hosting A Kids Disco Party

Get your kids ready for the perfect Sunday nap by taking them to Rose Park for Kid Disco! A Kid’s Dance Party. Starting at 10 a.m. Sunday, Mr. Benjamin and the Fun Band will be playing disco music and kids can enjoy a bounce house, bubble machine and more. While the kids dance, parents can […]

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State Historical Society Hosting Screenings With Live Music

Join the State Historical Society of Missouri for free screenings of “The Story of the Ozark Music Festival: 3 Days of Sodom & Gomorrah in Sedalia, Missouri,” by filmmaker and former Sedalia resident Jefferson Lujin. The two screenings are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday with a Q&A to follow, and live music and […]

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Lizzi & Rocco’s to Celebrate Grand Re-opening With Pet Carnival

Grab your pup and prepare for the paw-ty of the year! Lizzi & Rocco’s is hosting a Pet Carnival to celebrate the grand re-opening of its north location following the remodel.  From noon-4 p.m. Saturday, bring your dog and enjoy snacks, fun carnival games, activities, in-store specials and more. Each person will get five free […]

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Drink & Dine in The District to Offer Deals Throughout June

Drink & Dine in The District, a monthlong offering of specials and deals from participating local businesses and restaurants, has officially started in Columbia. Participants will need to pick up a passport from participating restaurants and retailers starting today and receive three or more stickers from any participating business. Once passports are returned, six people […]

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Mareck Dance to Present Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland This Weekend

Fall into the magical world, first imagined by Lewis Carroll, with Alice this weekend. Mareck Dance is presenting “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” at 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Jesse Auditorium. The choreography by Karen Mareck Grundy, artistic/executive director at Mareck Center for Dance, and musical score by Tom Andes brings the classic […]

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Art in the Park Planned for This Weekend

Art in the Park is back for another year at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia. This two-day event is the oldest and largest fine arts festival in mid-Missouri, starting back in 1959. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, enjoy a unique experience in arts, hands-on activities, entertainment, and the chance to find gifts and […]

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Eclipse Catering and Events Announces New Kitchen Location

Eclipse Catering and Events announced its kitchen has officially moved to a new location in Columbia. The new space is in the old Chi-Town eats space next to Nothing Bundt Cakes in the Broadway Bluffs. According to a post on Facebook, this isn’t the only change happening. “We will be opening our doors soon for […]

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Fantasy Film Night to Show ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’

This weekend, you have the opportunity to spend time with your family outdoors watching an old classic. Witches & Wizards Arcade presents Fantasy Film Night, hosted by Detect Nerd. Starting at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Sentinel Park, watch Steven Spielburg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.” This family-friendly science-fiction classic follows a stranded alien and the children who […]

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Günter Hans Summer Series Continues This Weekend

All summer long, Günter Hans Artisan Café is hosting a Summer Series where every Friday through Aug. 18, one of 14 breweries will be featured for a tap takeover in the Biergarten from 5-9 p.m. This weekend, Günter Hans will be tapping six SweetWater Brewing Company beers. According to the Facebook event, with every SweetWater […]

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Hexagon Alley Hosting Test Weekend Before Official Opening

A new board game café called Hexagon Alley is getting closer to officially opening its doors to the public. But first, the new game café will have a test weekend offering limited services at 111 S. Ninth St. From noon-9 p.m. Saturday and noon-8 p.m. Sunday, you’ll be able to participate in Hexagon Alley’s test […]

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Trivia in the Park Returning at Rose Music Hall

Rose Music Hall is gearing up to host Trivia in the Park this evening. Starting at 6:30 p.m. at Rose Park, grab your team and play free trivia in the park. While the game starts at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. All ages are welcome, whether you are a single player or have […]

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Selfie Love to Host Yappy Hour

If you love taking photos with your dog but feel like changing up the background this time, Selfie Love Como is hosting Yappy Hour, a fun photo event for you and your furry friends. Choose a 30-minute time slot between 1-3:30 p.m.  Saturday and explore the 11 photo setups with your dog. If you purchase […]

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2023 Missouri Beer Festival to Take Place at Lakeside Ashland

The 13th annual Missouri Beer Festival is set to take place at Lakeside Ashland this weekend. From 1-4 p.m. Saturday, enjoy craft beer, live music, food and a whole lot of fun at the venue, located at 5900 E. Log Providence Road. Upon arriving, you’ll receive your sampling glass so you can visit every booth […]

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Columbia Farmers Market to Open Back Up on Wednesdays

Starting next week, the Columbia Farmers Market is bringing back the Wednesday Market. From 3-7 pm. on Wednesdays between May 24-Sept. 27, enjoy the market, free kids activities or the opportunity to grab a nice dinner after work. To kick off the Wednesday Market on May 24, there will be a food truck round up, […]

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Lakeside Ashland Showing ‘The Greatest Showman’ This Weekend

Lakeside Ashland is showing another fan favorite movie this week, perfect for an early Mother’s Day celebration. From 7-9 p.m. Friday, watch “The Greatest Showman,” which follows the true story of P.T. Barnum’s rise to fame with his circus. Tickets start at $20, with options from solo and family passes to a party pass or sponsorship opportunity. […]

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Celebrate This Weekend With a Mother’s Day Family Fun Ride

Celebrate Mother’s Day on wheels this weekend. From 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Local Motion is hosting a Mother’s Day Family Fun ride at Stephens Lake Park. Tickets are $5 and includes a full meal and drinks after the ride. Event check-in begins at 1:30 p.m. at Gordon Shelter, which is where riders will start before being […]