Before the end of the year, you have a chance to win prizes, cash and more, all while having fun at Dive Bar. From 7-9 p.m. tonight, play Xtreme Bar Bingo for free. Bar bingo also has progressive cash jackpot that increases every week until its hit. Since 2018, Xtreme Bar Bingo has given away […]
Say goodbye to 2022 and hello to 2023 in style at a variety of events in Columbia! Some of the bigger events planned for this weekend include the Gimme Gimme Disco New Year’s Eve celebration at the Blue Note at 9 p.m. Saturday. Enjoy ABBA’s hits plus other disco songs from the 1970’s and 1980’s. […]
Bring your family and celebrate Christmas with the Elf on the Shelf. On Sunday from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. enjoy a Christmas-themed play session with your kiddos. Families will also get to visit and take pictures with the elf himself while taking part in crafts and enjoying snacks. The Elf on the […]
Logboat Brewing Co. is closing its taproom for six to eight weeks as the business continues its expansion. Starting Jan. 1, the doors to Logboat’s taproom will be closed in order to begin indoor renovations. The overall expansion efforts include an additional bar upstairs, outdoor bar, expanded parking, outdoor bathrooms, covered patio and more. While […]
This New Year’s Eve, focus on having fun and leave the cooking to the local professionals. Pasta La Fata is offering a special New Year’s Eve pre-order, featuring fresh seafood cannelloni, burrata tortelloni, toasted ravioli, salads and homemade dressings, egg nog cream pie, chocolate cheesecake and tiramisu. According to the Facebook post, fresh lobster will […]
The Mizzou Tigers Men’s Basketball team is facing off against the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks this weekend. The game starts at 3 p.m. Sunday at Mizzou Arena. Tickets cost $8-$25; however, children ages 2 and under do not require a ticket for admission. Doors will open one hour before the game starts. For more information […]
Two local establishments are taking breaks for a few days, but both will be back up and running quickly. Goldie’s Bagels on Ninth Street announced it will be closed until Jan. 3 for a winter break. While the break was planned, the business had to close a little earlier than scheduled after pipes froze in the […]
Start off your holiday celebrations by dancing the night away at the Arch & Column Pub. Starting at 8 p.m. Friday, enjoy the Not So Silent Night party featuring DJ Kris. If you miss the Christmas party, there is another chance for fun on Dec. 30 with karaoke and, on Dec. 31. celebrate 20 years […]
Starting today through Saturday, experience the Shelter Insurance Winter Wonderland Garden of Lights from 4-6 p.m. at 1817 W. Broadway in Columbia. This is the first weekend to walk through the holiday lights, and Santa will be joining the festivities in the Newcomer Schoolhouse in the gardens. There will also be a few new displays […]
Enjoy a holiday-themed movie night at Forum Christian Church tonight. From 6-8:15 p.m., anyone is welcome for Christmas Movie Night, where you can choose from two family-friendly movies, “The Grinch” or a new film called “It’s Christmas Again.” Enjoy popcorn, hot cocoa bars, candy and more while watching a holiday movie. For more information on […]
Do you have any last minute gifts to wrap, but need some privacy to do so? Columbia Parks and Recreation’s Wrap and Craft Days is almost over but you still have time to participate. Head to Hillcrest Community Center today from noon to 2 p.m. or 2-4 p.m. For $5, you can reserve a 6-foot […]
The holiday season is among us, which means it’s time for winter magic in The District. Watch as shopkeepers turn their front windows into a live holiday performance for Living Windows from 6-8 p.m. Friday. Along with the live performances, enjoy open houses, shopping, holiday decor on Broadway, the Magic Tree and visits with Santa. […]
A popular rooftop bar announced it will be closing its doors starting in the new year. Pressed made the announcement earlier this month on Facebook, explaining the reason behind the closure. According to the announcement, Pressed will close its doors permanently on Jan. 1 as a different local business plans on taking the top two […]
Get into the holiday sprit at Rose Music Hall and finish off their 12 Days of Holiday Cheers. Through Dec. 18, people can enjoy the Holiday Happy Hour from 5-8 p.m. and, on Dec. 21, have a special chance to meet Santa and his reindeer. The holiday events allow attendees to enjoy festive drinks while […]
Pet owners may want to head over to Lizzi & Rocco’s Natural Pet Market today for holiday photos with your favorite furry friend. From 4-7 p.m. today, head to the location at 550 E. Green Meadows Road to enjoy fun festivities while supporting the Spay and Neuter Project. Attendees will be able to decorate a […]
Photo by L.G. Patterson If you’ve visited Bud’s Classic BBQ on Ninth Street, you’ve probably noticed the collection of vivid vintage ice chests that surround the menu. Bud’s owner Jason Paetzold has been collecting them for decades and says it adds a nice rustic edge to the industrial-style restaurant. His coolers were all manufactured by the […]
Watch a Christmas classic come to life at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre this weekend and next week. Each year, the Lyceum Theatre hosts this holiday tradition of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” to bring the familiar story of a heartless man who is given the chance appreciate life by being visited by four ghosts to […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson Construction is complete on the Museum of Anthropology’s new space on the ground floor of Ellis Library on the University of Missouri campus. New exhibit cases are currently being installed in the extended space. The museum expects to reopen before the end of 2022. The museum’s total space includes two main […]
Put on your favorite holiday gear and get ready to celebrate Christmas in the Arcade District this weekend. From 2-4 p.m. Sunday at Sentinel Park, 1214 Eugenia St., attendees can get their picture taken with Santa, spend time with the Grinch, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa or even have a horse-drawn carriage ride, all for […]
Como Smoke & Fire opened its second location in south Columbia earlier this month and now officially has its liquor license. Since opening the new location on Dec. 14, the business has seen a good response from the community.The business originally opened the south location while still waiting on its liquor license and high chairs, […]
