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8th Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant Premieres This Saturday

Snag a seat to watch the 8th Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America pageant hosted by Nclusion Plus and sponsored by Stephanie Wilmsmeyer State Farm Agency. The glamorous queens compete in this official preliminary event to the 50th Miss Gay Missouri America. This Saturday’s pageant theme is Steel Magnolias. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the pageant […]

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CoMo Picnics Hosts Heated Bubble Picnics at the Magic Tree

Keep cozy while visiting the Magic Tree at the Village of Cherry Hill this year—no coats, scarves or mittens required. Heated bubble tents are now available through CoMo Picnics Dec. 1-24, on Thursdays through Sundays. The picnics bookings begin at 3:45 p.m., and they include an hour and a half reservation. While enjoying the Magic […]

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Serenity Valley Winery Holds Doe Camp This Saturday

Does go camping this Saturday at Serenity Valley Winery. From 2-5 p.m., the winery will have vendors, live music, pizza, wine and other options, including non-alcoholic beverages. Treat yourself with a drink while perusing the vendors and shopping for the holidays! You can find out more information about the event on their Facebook page.

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Painted Owl Gift Boutique Brings Handmade Creations

If you hear hooting from north Columbia, it is probably Painted Owl Boutique, LLC which opened on Oct. 21. The business is located at 6050 Brown Station Road, suite E and offers handmade creations just in time for the holidays. The boutique has been a passion project for owner Katie Wulff. “We knew that this […]

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The Loop Holiday Maker Market Returns for a Year of Crafty Creations

Jump on your holiday shopping list early this season with The Loop Holiday Maker Market from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Shop for your loves ones with your favorite artisans, makers, cooks and crafters. The market will include cookie decorating, maker space tours, food vendors and more for a day of solo shopping or […]

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Pierpont General Stores Hosts First Chili Cook-Off

A first of its kind sizzling showdown is coming to Pierpont General Store on Sunday as they host their first chili cook-off. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., anyone is welcome to attend, taste chili and talk with the chefs themselves. The spots for entrants are limited and require a $10 fee. Judging will be […]

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Adventurers 4-H Club Hosts Night Sky Event Tonight

Tonight at Norma Sutherland Smith Park, the Adventurers 4-H club hosts Night Sky, an event highlighting outdoor night wonders. The Central MO Astronomical Association will provide telescopes and night sky talks. This event will also include a guided flashlight hike for those looking to learn more about nocturnal wildlife in the region. They request that […]

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Hop Into The District for the Annual Holiday Shop Hop Event

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in The District for the annual Holiday Shop Hop Event. From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, enjoy special offers from your downtown retailers and get complimentary refreshments to enjoy along the way. Once you’ve shopped, head to Commerce Bank at 7 p.m. for the premiere of The […]

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Bertha’s Beans Cat Cafe Celebrates Soft Opening

For cat lovers and future owners alike, the wait is over for a new local cat café! Bertha’s Beans Cat Café celebrates their soft opening today through Monday. The business renovated the space over a three-month timeframe from the previous business, Papa’s Cat Café. This weekend, community members can walk in as Bertha’s is still […]

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Runners Preparing for the Bear Creek Half Marathon

A fan-favorite mid-Missouri race is returning on the Bear Creek Trail in Columbia this weekend. Starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, runners will take part in The Bear Creek Half Marathon. The 13.1-mile race starts and finishes at Albert-Oakland Park, at 1900 Blue Ridge Road. Runners must register before the race for $65. Participants can pick up […]

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Celebrate Halloween in The District

Join the spooktacular fun at Halloweenie in The District, Columbia’s biggest family-friendly trick-or-treating event. From 4-6 p.m. Friday, The District businesses will hand out candy (or until they run out). So, bring your little ghouls and goblins to trick or treat, shop local and even meet Rexy and Luna Blue from Show-Me Dinosaurs at various […]

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Crawl Through Columbia During the Zombie Pub-ocalypse

Let out your inner zombie to close the week at the Zombie Pub Crawl 2023. Starting at 6 p.m. Friday and running until bars close, join in for the creepiest crawl in Columbia. A $10 wristband will get you free entry and the option to try exclusive drink/food specials at more than 15 participating bars. […]

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FearFest Hosting Family Fall Festival

FearFest Haunted House is organizing a Family Fall Festival for this weekend. From noon-4 p.m. Saturday, dress up in a costume and enjoy music, movies, bonfires, candy, food, face painting, photo opportunities, pumpkin decorating, crafts and a no-scare walk-through of the haunted house. While admission is free, there will be a small charge for food, […]

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The Monster Bike Bash Returns for a Spine-Chilling Adventure

Bikers are preparing to reunite for a Halloween bike ride at Flat Branch Park this weekend as The Monster Bike Bash returns to Columbia. Starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, come dressed in your best costume and get ready to ride and dance if you dare along the trail. Bikers will have the option to bike […]

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Celebrate Halloween in The Business Loop

Celebrate Halloween early at The Loop’s Sunday Funday event, Halloweentown. Join in from 10 a.m.-noon Sunday for this spook-tacular event. Dress up in costumes and embrace the Halloween spirit. Get creative as you paint pumpkins, test your tech skills by programming battle bots, channel your inner artist with cookie decorating and let the little ones […]

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Observe the Moon At Logboat

Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night at Logboat Brewing Co. this weekend. From 6-9 p.m. Saturday, join the Central Missouri Astronomical Association at Logboat’s new expanded facility for the viewing. CMAA’s telescopes will be out on the lawn, offering mesmerizing views of the moon and Saturn, with Jupiter rising later in the night. Come and […]

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Tiny Town Play Cafe Hosting Boo Bashes This Weekend

This weekend, get ready for double the Halloween fun with Boo Bash and Baby Boo Bash at the Tiny Town Play Cafe. From 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, start the festivities with Baby Boo Bash for children 2 and under. Parents can bring their little ones to enjoy a handprint craft, snacks, a costume contest and more! […]

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Midway Outdoor Flea Market Crafting Up Fun in Columbia

The Midway Outdoor Flea Market & Craft Show is almost here! Get ready to see more than 150 vendors outside and 500 vendors inside at the Midway Antique Mall. The flea market and craft show is from 9-4 p.m. Saturday at 1-70 exit 121, 6401 Hwy 40 W. If you want to be a vendor, […]

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Helmi’s Gardens Hosting Fall Festival This Weekend

Spend the weekend celebrating all fall has to offer at Helmi’s Gardens Fall Festival. From noon-6 p.m. Saturday, enjoy the fall festival, geared towards the whole family, a signature cocktail, festive food and entertainment all day long. From noon-2 p.m., enjoy face painting, from 2-3 p.m. take part in Halloween wreath making for $60 and from 4-6 […]

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Columbia’s Pumpkin Fun Run Set For This Weekend

Runners still have time to register for the Pumpkin Fun Run this weekend in Columbia. From 1-3 p.m. Sunday, participants will be at Philips Lake Park to run for fun and the chance to win $500 for their school’s physical education programs. While registration is open until Friday, only the 3 p.m. slot is open […]