Events in St. Joseph, MO

Make midweek meals more rewarding with double points every Wednesday at Pizza Ranch. Earn 2x points for each qualifying dollar on the buffet, dine in, carryout, delivery, online orders placed through the Pizza Ranch website, and purchases paid with a Pizza Ranch gift card. Reach 100 points and receive a $5 reward to use on a future visit.

Create Chiefs-themed mini crafts at the Walk-in Craft Bar, with projects starting at $5. Football-inspired DIY kits are also available in store to take home. Pre-registration is not required, but it can guarantee a seat and helps with preparation and staffing.

Explore glass fusing in a hands-on, two-class workshop designed for beginners and creatives at any level. The first session introduces safe material handling, cutting techniques, assembling designs, and the basics of kiln firing. Participants will create fused glass jewelry using molds and start a glass mosaic, and they may bring a colorful reference image to guide their mosaic design. After the initial class, pieces are fired in the kiln. The second session is shorter and focuses on finishing jewelry, refining the mosaic, and picking up completed projects. All materials are included, the cost is $100 per person, and the kiln used for firing was donated by Eileen Dyer, whose support helps make this experience possible.

Gear up for football season at a creative paint party with Shydesigns and Hazels Downtown. Craft a personalized football-themed wooden piece, whether you root for KC or simply enjoy the excitement of game day. Tickets are priced from $35 to $40 and include all art supplies, one drink, and access to a photo spot to showcase your finished masterpiece. Space is limited.

Master Gardener Larry Werthmuller shares gardening tips in a free educational talk at the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center. Topics vary from one session to the next, offering practical guidance and ideas for the garden. For more information, call (816) 271-4666.

Explore colored pencil techniques with Wanda Taylor, an instructor with more than two decades of experience. Learn composition, how to use complementary color, ways to create texture on the page, blending approaches, and how to develop your personal style. Choose guided lessons or bring your own references, and follow a step-by-step, layer-by-layer process that makes the methods clear. All skill levels are welcome. For materials, colored pencil sketchbooks work for beginners, though a heavy drawing paper like Stathmore 400 or smooth watercolor or mixed media paper will be more satisfying. Bring artist grade colored pencils such as Lyra Rembrandt, Faber-Castell, or Prismacolor Premier, along with a white plastic or kneaded eraser and a pencil sharpener. Optional supplies include Clairefontaine Pastelmat in various colors for building many layers, a drafting brush or a large clean makeup brush to keep the page free of crumbs, a good reference picture printed to your working size, carbon transfer paper for tracing, odor-less oil painting solvent with a paint brush for blending, watercolor pencils, scissors, tape, and a drawing board.

Tee off for a cause at Fairview Municipal Golf Course with Puttin’ for Mutts, a charitable four person scramble that supports local shelter pets. Teams of four can register for $350. Prizes are planned for flight winners, longest drive, longest putt, and closest to the pin. Players will enjoy complimentary hot dogs and hamburgers. Hole and team sponsorships are available, offering special recognition and opportunities to promote a business while contributing to the mission. All proceeds go to Friends of the Animal Shelter.

This event features live music from The Holiday-Walsh Band with barbecue from Witt's Pit BBQ. The Stitching Post No.75 provides stitching and embroidery services for attendees.

At St. Joseph Civic Arena, a Vegas-inspired evening raises support for the Noyes Home for Children. As the organization’s signature fundraiser of the year, it brings together community, compassion, and commitment for children who need it most. Each seat sold helps transform a child’s future and supports a safe place to land.

A casual play group at Northside Complex with SJSD Parents as Teachers, centered on open play in a friendly outdoor setting.

George Miller’s Mad Max: Fury Road races through a desolate wasteland with an unyielding pursuit that powers the story all the way through. The film showcases striking imagery, memorable characters, and constant, high-intensity action from beginning to end.

St. Joseph hosts a free, relaxed tour party from Excite Experiences as it prepares to mark its 15th anniversary next year. Attendees can meet the team, preview the 2027 tour lineup, and connect with fellow travelers who share a love of exploring. The gathering features reflections on fifteen years of adventures and a look at what is ahead, plus giveaways, refreshments, and Excite’s homemade chocolate chip cookies. The vibe is low key with no sales pitch, centered on helpful trip ideas and friendly conversation. It is a celebration of helping people stop waiting and start going, with a chance to spark ideas for a future journey.

The St. Joseph Christian School Fine Arts Boosters host the 10th annual car, truck, and bike show at St. Joseph Christian School, featuring a family-friendly showcase of vehicles along with food, music by Dennis Peek and Travis Brinton, games, face painting, and giveaways. Spectator admission is free, and school families as well as the wider community are welcome. This fundraiser supports the Fine Arts Departments. Vehicle participants register on site the day of the event only, with no pre-registration and no online signups. On-site registration takes place in the east parking lot. The entry fee is $15 and includes a T-shirt, plus a car plaque for the first 75 cars. Awards include Best of Show with first, second, and third place in each of the three categories of car, truck, and bike, along with Longest Haul, High School, Drift Car, Race Car, and People’s Choice. For questions, message the hosts or call or text Denise at 816-390-2164.

A car show supporting Angel's Vet Express in Savannah, Missouri, with classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles on display, plus raffles, prizes, and more. Check the event discussion for the latest updates and details about activities with furry friends. Registration is paid upon arrival, and participants should check in at the booth.

This small-town celebration offers family-friendly fun with a relaxed setup where lawn chairs are welcome. Expect food to enjoy, local vendors to explore, games for children, and plenty of music. More details will be announced as they become available.

Phil Vandel, Jeff Hofmeister, and Charles Stone lead an acoustic-focused jam at Jake's Steakhouse & Sports Bar. Players plug in directly without guitar amplifiers and can sing or play along. A sign-up sheet is available for those who wish to perform.

Get a first look at 2027 travel opportunities during an informative session featuring Haley Davis of Collette Travel. The presentation highlights new adventures being showcased by the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center and Patrick Dare of 1000 Mile Travel Group. Light refreshments will be available. Advance registration is requested by calling (816) 271-4666.

To take part comfortably, please bring a blanket suitable for a baby and a natural, unscented, food-grade oil for the massage. Recommended oils include olive, coconut, safflower, grapeseed, or sunflower.

Participants honor the lives lost and the heroes who responded on September 11, 2001 by climbing stairs that represent the 110 floors of the World Trade Center. This tribute recognizes first responders and victims, offering space for reflection and remembrance. People may take on the full climb, choose to walk, or simply show support, all in a spirit of community. The effort helps ensure the memory endures.

The book club meets at the Remington Nature Center to discuss Grandma Gatewood's Walk by Ben Montgomery. A short walk is planned after the discussion, and appropriate footwear is recommended for those who want to take part. Copies are available for purchase at The Story Collective, and the St. Joseph Public Library offers a version to borrow with a library card.

UPCO is hosting a Dog and Cat Vaccine Clinic open to any pet that can attend. Dogs should arrive on a leash, and cats must be secured in carriers. Vaccines available include Rabies for $15, Distemper Combo 5-Way for dogs for $15, Kennel Cough for $15, Distemper Combo 3-Way for cats for $15, and Distemper Combo 5-Way for cats for $20. To make the process smoother with multiple or high-energy pets, consider bringing another person. One person can hold a place in the first come, first serve line inside the store while the other waits in the car with the animals, then brings them to the vet table after services are chosen and payment is completed. The St. Joseph Animal Shelter has moved city pet licensing to an online-only system. The shelter also plans to be onsite offering free microchips, with a separate line inside the store for that service.

Now in its sixth year, Flower Farm Day with Nesting Goods offers a family-friendly day on the farm featuring artisans sharing their creations, food trucks, live music, a corn pit, and fresh-cut flowers from the farm. A community favorite, it brings together artisans, music, and blooms for a day on the farm.

StroudStock 2026 returns to Civic Center Park in St. Joseph as a free, family-friendly festival filled with live music, interactive activities, and community spirit. Performances run throughout the day and the schedule builds toward a headlining act that will be announced. Children can enjoy a complimentary Kids’ Zone featuring bounce houses, obstacle courses, slides, face painting, balloon artists, train rides, and rock climbing. A popular touch-a-truck experience invites young guests to explore real fire engines, police cruisers, and other emergency vehicles. The event also includes a tribute recognizing the service of police, firefighters, and EMS professionals. Local food trucks and a vendor and craft fair showcase artists and small businesses from around the region, with purchases for food and merchandise as the only costs while admission, the Kids’ Zone, and live music remain free. To relax between sets, attendees may bring lawn chairs and blankets. Centered on giving families a full day of entertainment without financial strain, this edition continues the event’s original mission and aims to be the largest yet.

Take part in a best ball style event with the St. Joseph Youth Hockey Association. Form a four player team, face off against other teams in challenges at individual holes, and aim for the top of the leaderboard in a friendly competition.

NWMSR’s cruise-in car show returns to the East Ridge Village parking lot in Saint Joseph with a welcoming, family friendly atmosphere that includes music, T-shirt raffles and 50/50 raffles. Admission is free. Browse the cars, chat with their owners, and enjoy refreshments from Hazel’s Coffee Co., which serves drinks, food, ice cream shakes, smoothies and cinnamon rolls, along with a comfortable place to sit and visit.

A wide-ranging set spans 1950s rockabilly through current hits, enlivened by the performers' own brand of musical shenanigans.

Created by collectors for fellow enthusiasts, this show brings together a wide spectrum of interests. Expect highlights across Pokemon, Magic, and One Piece trading card games, as well as sports cards and memorabilia, video games, toys, comics, and more. Admission is free. As the sibling to the Mid-MO Collexpo in central Missouri, it expands the experience so collectors from across the state can discover what it offers.

An evening at the Southside Fall Festival awaits.

At Panda Express, this event sets aside a day focused on the JG PTO.

The fourth annual St. Joseph, Missouri Marathon, presented by Gray Manufacturing, is hosted by the St. Joseph Sports Commission in partnership with the Junior League of St. Joseph. Runners can choose from five options that suit a wide range of goals, including a 26.2-mile marathon, a 13.1-mile half marathon, a 10K at 6.2 miles, a 5K at 3.1 miles, and a five-person relay that covers the full course. The route starts and finishes behind Civic Center Park in downtown St. Joseph, travels from the north to the south side of the city, highlights local landmarks, and incorporates the community’s historic parkway system for a course that is both picturesque and demanding. Over its first three years, participation grew to nearly 700 runners and the event earned strong feedback from attendees. Proceeds support the growth, development, and programming of the St. Joseph Sports Commission, as well as Junior League initiatives that include Cinderella’s Closet, Hope Totes, Community Assistance, and Literacy Grants, along with support for the United Way of Greater St. Joseph.

The sixth annual Autumn Splendor at Leupod Greenhouse & Orchard features shopping with local vendors and a wide selection of seasonal goods. Browse fall decorations, flowers, pumpkins, and more in a festive setting. Vendor inquiries should be directed to Michelle Mosher only.

The September Smokin Tunes event features a performance by Backroad Navigators, barbecue served by Meat Heads Smoked Meats & Catering, and on-site stitching and embroidery from The Stitching Post No.75.

Rhea Lana’s of St. Joseph presents a family shopping event at St. Joseph Civic Arena, offering a wide selection for the fall and winter seasons. The spacious venue allows for about 50,000 inspected items priced 60 to 90 percent below retail, including clothing from newborn through juniors plus maternity, shoes, baby gear, furniture, toys, books, electronics, bedding, decor, and more. A ticketed pre-sale provides earlier access in a more relaxed setting before the doors open for free public shopping with no passes required. Cash and credit are accepted. For questions, contact Julie or Emily at emily@rhealana.com or 816-262-6335.

Hosted by Phil Vandel, Jeff Hofmeister, and Charles Stone, this acoustic guitar jam welcomes players and vocalists. Guitar amplifiers are not used, and participants plug in directly to sing or play along. A sign-up sheet is available for anyone wishing to perform.

This event keeps things simple. There is no need to bring codes or printed flyers. Just order your favorite tacos and enjoy, nothing else required.

The ONE Invitational is a charity golf tournament at Fairview Municipal Golf Course that blends time on the greens with a focus on community impact. Organized by Realty ONE Group Cornerstone, the tournament supports Sisters of Solace and their work helping women who have faced trauma, human trafficking, or addiction move toward healing and a renewed path forward. Realty ONE Group Cornerstone serves only as the organizer and does not handle event funds. Player entries, sponsor support, contributions, and all other proceeds are directed to the designated nonprofit beneficiary.

Celebrate the season at the 3rd annual Savannah Fall Makers Market, a cozy showcase of local makers. Browse a carefully curated selection of handmade decor, homegrown goods, artisan treats, and distinctive gifts created with care. Building on past success, this year features an expanded lineup of quality vendors and a larger venue. A vendor list will appear on the event page in the lead-up to the market, and vendors can apply through the form linked there. For event inquiries, contact Kaitlyn Paxton with Huckleberry Gardens.

Presented by the NW MO Master Gardeners, this houseplant-focused program takes place at the Fulkerson Center on the Missouri Western State University campus in St. Joseph. Keynote speaker Darryl Chang, author of "The New Plant Parent" and "The New Plant Collector," shares an engineer’s approach to houseplant care. Additional talks feature Donna Aufdenberg on caring for succulents, Katie Kammler on propagating indoor plants, Kathy Schlesinger with an introduction to the art of bonsai using indoor plants, and Gwen Funk on preparing for winter and forcing spring. The event is open to the public. Tickets are $54, and a box lunch is included.

The event features live music from John Michael, Mexican food from El Nopal, and stitching and embroidery services by The Stitching Post No.75. Music, food, and creative services come together in one place.

This marathon and ultra welcomes both competitive and casual runners to St. Joseph for a memorable race experience. Proceeds will benefit SJSD Cross-Country and Track & Field programs, and sponsorship opportunities are available.

At Jake's Steakhouse & Sports Bar, Phil Vandel, Jeff Hofmeister, and Charles Stone lead an acoustic guitar jam. Guitar amplifiers are not used. Participants plug in directly and are welcome to sing or play along. A sign up sheet is available for performers.

River Bluff Trails Fest 2026 offers a packed lineup of trail activities, featuring rides, runs, hikes, and challenges, plus music and food to keep the atmosphere lively. Expect an energetic scene from start to finish as the trails take center stage. More details will be announced soon.