Fall themed events like chili cook offs and Halloween events like trick or treat and pumpkin events are happening over the next two weeks. This month is also a great time to visit outdoor markets like the Labadie Fall Market, Andy’s Night Market, and the final Market off Main event of the season in Union.
If you can’t get enough of spooky season, stay tuned for a special Halloween-themed event roundup, which will be published later this month.
As a reminder, always double check with event venues before heading out just in case an event gets canceled, rescheduled, or experiences weather delays.
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Franklin & Gasconade Counties (plus neighboring communities)
Thursday, Oct. 8
Pumpkin Palooza is a fun event for all kids happening at New Haven Library at 4 p.m. Children will paint their own pumpkin, get creative with colors and designs, and take their masterpiece home.
Register for the event.
Friday, Oct. 9
The final Market off Main of the season is happening from 4-7 p.m. in downtown Union. Shop from area makers, farmers, and producers, and find food from food vendors, or stop into one of the local small businesses before or after the market.
Learn more.
Friday, Oct. 9
Andy’s Produce Too in Union is hosting another night market from 5-9 p.m. Expect food trucks, a seafood boil, vendors, live music, and fall themed food and fun.
Get more details on Facebook.
Saturday, Oct. 10
Head to the lower parking lot at ECC for the monthly stargazing event from 6-8 p.m. Bring your stargazing equipment and chairs if you have them.
Find out more on Facebook.
Saturday, Oct. 10
Join me at Red, White, and Brew Coffee Co. in Union from 9-11 a.m. for my next Coffee with The Socialite event. We’ll chat, sip on our favorite drinks, and support a local business. I’ll have an open tab of $50 available on a first come, first serve basis so you can have a coffee on me at the event.
Learn more.
Saturday, Oct. 10
The 4th Annual Great Pumpkin Seed Hunt is happening at the St. Clair VFW from 6:30 – 11 p.m.
Get more details.
Saturday, Oct. 10
St. Clare Catholic Church in St. Clair is hosting its annual Oktoberfest event from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. There will be a sandwich stand as well as a fried chicken dinner and a snack shack selling nachos and other small items. There will also be a DJ, beer garden, and more.
Find out more.
Saturday, Oct. 10
The Labadie Fall Market is happening from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Front Street in Labadie. The town’s Chili Cook Off is also happening that day, there will be lots of vendors at the market, as well as local businesses open during the event.
Learn more.
Saturday, Oct. 10
The Rosebud Country Music Festival is happening from 3-10 p.m. The amazing line up of seven musical artists hailing from Nashville, as well as a local and a band from New Jersey. Cost is $15 in advance and 13 years and younger are free.
Get more info.
Friday, Oct. 16
The New Haven 2026 Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Glow will be held from 5-9 p.m.
Find out more.
Friday, Oct. 16 & Saturday, Oct. 17
The Rt. 66 Harvest Festival is happening at Liberty Field in Pacific. Expect live music, food, vendors, a kids zone, and more.
Get more details.
Saturday, Oct. 17
The Ladies, Littles, and Lattes 3rd Annual Trick or Treat Trail is happening from noon – 3 p.m.
Find out more.
Phelps County
Saturday, Oct. 10
Rolla’s monthly Cruise-In is happening this Saturday. This will be the final cruise-in of the year and will feature cars, food, and lots of fun.
Get more info.
Saturday, Oct. 17
The It’s Fall Y’all Boutique Crawl is happening at a number of boutiques in Rolla and St. James.
Learn more.
Crawford & Dent Counties
Saturday, Oct. 17
Head to the Crawford County Historical Society Museum in Cuba for the Chili Cook Off fundraiser that will help maintain the town’s murals. The event happens from 11-1 p.m.
Find out more.
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