Warmer days are here, and with it, spring festivals to add to your seasonal calendar. Communities across Missouri will usher in the new season with celebrations featuring music, culture, art, flavorful fare and more.
Musical Melodies in Spring
At the Pedaler’s Jamboree (May 24-25) in Columbia, participants bike along Katy Trail State Park taking in scenic views by day and listening to a diverse lineup of musical performances at night. It’s a laid-back atmosphere where the fun of cycling meets the energy of live music. In Southeastern Missouri, Arcadia Valley Mountain Music Festival (May 16-17) in Ironton offers a traditional mountain vibe. Guests can enjoy the backdrop of the beautiful mountains while listening to bluegrass, country and folk tunes. Additionally, admission is free, and food and craft vendors will be set up on-site.
Missouri’s Rural Culture
Experience life on a farm at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch’s Wagon Days (March 29, May 31, June 21) in Union. Spend a day with rescued animals, meet the Barn Buddies and take a wagon ride through the 165-acre facility. Entry is free, and guests can purchase food and beverages at the ranch or bring a picnic lunch. In Sibley, visitors can learn about 19th-century wool production from sheep to shawl at Sheep Shindig (May 3). Interpreters give the flock their annual shearing, and attendees will have the chance to try spinning and weaving themselves. In short, it’s educational, the entry fee is budget-friendly, and the sheep are adorable!
Spring into Creativity – Celebrating Art
Get your hands dirty at 573 Chalk Festival (April 26) in Marquand. The event is free to attend and features sidewalk chalk art by professionals, amateurs and art enthusiasts created in real time (kids draw free). Moreover, there will be music, a cakewalk and food. Another event that showcases creative expression is Sawdust Fest (June 14), where woodworkers and artisans demonstrate their skills by turning raw materials into unique, beautiful sculptures. The day also includes a best and worst beard contest, live music, a petting zoo, old time photos, and so much more!
Flavor, Fun and Phenomenal Fare
Attend the 10th Annual Corndog Kickoff at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds (May 3) in Springfield. Featuring over 40 favorite fair food samples, including fried PB&Js, deep fried Oreos, root beer floats, and, of course – delicious corndogs. It’s a chance to get all the best fair flavors without breaking the bank. Ticket purchase includes the food samples and a punch card for one full-size corndog and two drinks. For a farm-to-table experience, travel to Hermann for the Farmers’ Table Wine Trail (April 5) and meet the local farmers behind the food and wine pairings at the six participating wineries. For instance, enjoy delicious smoked beef flour tacos with Vignoles, spicy Asian pork meatballs with Pinot Noir, creamy whipped feta dip with Traminette, among other delightful pairings.
Tradition, Tastes and Togetherness
In Warrensburg, attendees can bring their furry friends to a festival for dogs, Old Drum Festival (June 14). With live music, mouthwatering carnival food and activities for children, it’s a memory your family (and your family’s best friend) will cherish. Another family fun event, no matter how you slice it, is Chillicothe’s Sliced Bread Day (June 7). The weekend kicks off with a concert, followed by several entertaining activities: a bread baking contest, the Sliced Bread Pageant, Grand River Museum activities, inflatables and so much more!
More Springtime Events to Explore
Northeast Missouri Spring Festivals
Augusta
- Augusta Plein Air Art Festival, April 24 – May 3
Hannibal
- Big River Comic Convention, March 28 – 29
- Great Girlfriend Getaway, April 11 – 13
- Twain on Main Festival, May 24 – 25
Hermann
- Hermann Wurstfest, March 21-23
- Easter Shop Hop, April 18-19
- Artisan Cheese Market at Stone Hill Winery, April 26
- Hermann Garden Tour, June 7-8
- Hermann Maifest, May 17
- Hermann Plein Air Festival, June 8-13
Kimmswick
- Strawberry Festival, June 7-8
Kirksville
- Earth Day at Thousand State Park, April 26
- More Thousand State Park events here
- Special Olympics State Summer Games, May 30 – June 1
Pacific
- P-Town Pub Crawl, April 26
- Sunset on the Rails (2nd Friday of each month)
- May 9, June 13
St. Charles
- Moolah Shrine Circus, March 21-23
- Vintage Market Days®, March 21-23
- Swashbuckler Soiree: A Legends & Lanterns® Masquerade Ball, April 19
- Midwest Maifest, May 3
- Missouri River Irish Fest, May 23-25
- Block Party, June 14
St. Louis
- Art in Bloom, Feb. 28 – March 2
- Animals Aglow Lantern Festival, March 12 – May 11
- Kimberly Akimbo, March 25 – April 6
- Roaring: Art, Fashion and the Automobile in France, April 12 – July 27
- St. Louis Earth Day Festival, April 26 – 27
- Riverdance: The New Generation, May 2 – 4
- Cinco de Mayo Cherokee Street Festival, May 3
- Laumeier Art Fair, May 9 – 11
- & Juliet, May 20 – June 1
- Whitaker Music Festival, May 28 – July 30
- Saint Louis Dance Theatre Spring Concert, May 30 – June 1
- Urban Legend, June 5 – 22
Union
- Kite Fest, April 12
- Concert in the Park (1st Friday of each month)
- May 2, June 6
- Lawn Chair Movie Night (3rd Friday of each month)
- May 16, June 20
Washington
- Fake Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl, March 8
- WashMO BBQ & Bluesfest, April 25 – 27
- Art Fair & Winefest, May 17 – 19
- Sunset on the Riverfront (4th Thursday of each month)
- Music at the Market (2nd Thursday of each month)
Northwest Missouri Spring Festivals
Chillicothe
- Sliced Bread Day, June 7
Excelsior Springs
- Mug Shots, May 17
- Sippin’ Into Springtime, March 29
- Lyrics on the Lawn – Summer Music Series, June 6, 13 and 20
- Missouri Wine Festival, June 7
Kansas City and the Surrounding Area
- Snake Saturday Parade and Festival, March 15
- Kansas City FilmFest International, March 27-30
- Tulip Festival, Kearney, Opening Early April 2025
- 21st Annual Parkville MicroBrew Festival, Parkville, April 26
- Cinco de Mayo Celebration, May 2-3
- Harry’s Hay Days, Grandview, May 2-3
- Brookside Art Annual, May 2-4
- Bluesfest, Gladstone, May 16-17
- Arts in the Park, June 13-14
- Lakefest, Smithville Lake, June 14-15
- Future Stages Festival, June 15
- Heart of America Shakespeare Festival, June 17 – July 6
Liberty
- KC Wide Open Block Party, April 19
- First Thursday: Spring into May, May 1
- Art on the Side, June 7
- Quilt Walk, June 7
- 20-Year Birthday Party Block Party and Make Music Day, June 21
Central Missouri Spring Festivals
Arrow Rock
- 1st Saturday Lectures, first Saturdays from March – May
- Arrow Rock Historic Site Visitors Center School Programs, April 15 – May 16
- Easter in Arrow Rock, April 20
- Birds, Bees and Blooms Festival, April 26
- Quilt Camp, April 28 – May 2
- Village of Arrow Rock Stock and Trade Reenactment Camp, May 31
Benton County
- Spring Benton County Boutique Crawl, March 14-15
- Benton County Wine Stroll, April 26
- Warsaw Outdoor Expo, May 17
- Cole Camp Car Cruise and Taste Tour, June 7
- Benton County Artsfest, Warsaw, June 7
- Warsaw Jubilee Days, Warsaw, June 6-8
Clinton
- Quilt Walk, April 4-5
- Fiddle Contest, May 23-24
Fulton
- Morels and Microbrews Festival, May 3
- Fulton Street Fair, June 20-21
Jefferson City
- Night Ranger at Capital Region Amphitheater, April 25
- 7th Annual Treat Your Mother Craft & Vendor Show, May 10
- Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan at Capital Region Amphitheater, May 29
- 2025 Juneteenth Heritage Festival Car Show, June 14
Kingdom City
- Central Missouri Renaissance Festival, April 26-27 and May 3-4
Kingsville
- Orchid Delirium at Powell Gardens, March 1 – April 13
- Painted Garden at Powell Gardens, April 26 – June 15
Pulaski County
- The Taste of Pulaski County, March 3 – April 15
- Kickin’ It Route 66 Barbeque Challenge, Saint Robert, March 28-30
- Spring Has Sprung Craft Fair, Saint Robert, April 5
- Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association® MO 4-11, 11th Annual All Patriot Run Poker Run, Richland, April 26
- Superhero Fest, Waynesville, May 3
- Celebrating a Century, Richland, May 8 -10
- Route 66 Neon Park Lighting Ceremony, Saint Robert, May 9
- Freedom Fest, Waynesville, May 10
- Mid-American Freedom Rally, Waynesville, May 23-26
- Pulaski County Regional Fair, Saint Robert, June 11-14
Warrensburg
- Beer, Wine & Spirit Stroll, May 3
Southeast Missouri Spring Festivals
Cape Girardeau
- Fault Line Film Festival, March 20-21
- Memorial Day Weekend at Fort D, May 24 – 26
Rolla
- St. Pat’s Festivities, March 15
- 4th Annual Spring Arts & Craft Festival, April 26
- STOMP Production, May 8
- Phelps County Fair, May 29-31
- Route 66 Summerfest, June 6-7
St. James
- Sip N’ Savor, May 3
Ste. Genevieve
- Taste of Ste. Genevieve, April 12
- Rally in the Valley, April 25-26
West Plains
- Demolition Derby, March 29
- Balloon Glow, April 12
- OzCon Gaming Convention, April 25 – 27
- “Paws for a Cause” Dog Show & Festival, May 3
- “Welcome to Summer” Downtown Block Party, May 17
- Heart of the Ozarks Fair, June 3-7
- Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass (HOBA) Spring Festival, June 5-7
Southwest Missouri Spring Festivals
Branson
- Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama, 65th Anniversary, May 10
- Springfest at Shepherd of the Hills, April 5-20 (Fridays-Sundays)
Joplin
Springfield and the Surrounding Area
- Ozark Spring Roundup Farm Show & Rodeo, March 22-23
- Cherry Blossom Kite & Piñata Festival, April 5
- The Man Show Expo, April 4-5
- Ozarks Beerfest, April 5
- Corndog Kickoff, May 3
- Artsfest on Walnut Street, May 3-4
- Mid-America Street Rod Nationals, May 23-25
- Ozarks Pridefest, June 14
- 19th Annual Hot Air Balloon Glow, Ozark, June 2025
- Pickwick Street Fair, June 7
- Taste of SoMo, June 21
- Juneteenth Citywide Celebration, June 2025 (multiple locations around Springfield)
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