55 things to do in Macon, MO this weekend, Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15. On the first page: 9 community, 5 festival, 4 comedy, 4 family. Among them: Story Time at Boonville Branch (Friday 10 a.m.); Story Time at Canton Public Library (Friday 10 a.m.); Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program at Admiral Coontz Recreation Center (Friday 1 p.m.); Beading the System at Boonville Branch (Friday 3:30 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Boonville BranchBoonville, MO55 mi
Family
Stories, songs, short videos, crafts, and more, suggested for ages 2 to 5.
Boonville Branch, 707 Third St., Boonville, MO 65233
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–11 a.m. Central Time
Canton Public LibraryCanton, MO57 mi
Family
A storytime for children aged 0 to 5, with stories and songs, and crafts alongside.
Canton Public Library, 403 Lewis St, Canton, MO 63435
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central Time
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1 p.m.–2 p.m. Central Time
Admiral Coontz Recreation CenterHannibal, MO54 mi
Community
A University of Missouri Extension program that helps people build strength and balance safely, and feel better overall.
Admiral Coontz Recreation Center, 301 Warren Barrett Drive, Hannibal, MO 63401
Friday, November 13, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time
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3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Central Time
Boonville BranchBoonville, MO55 mi
Community
Jewelry making with beads and polymer clay at the Boonville Branch, suited to ages 10 and up.
Boonville Branch, 707 Third St., Boonville, MO 65233
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time
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3:30 p.m. Central Time
Jesse HallColumbia, MO56 mi
Talks + ideas
A lecture and Q&A from the Kinder Institute's colloquium on bringing norms back to law and constitutionalism, with a reception to follow.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Jesse Hall, 801 Conley Ave, Columbia, MO 65211
Friday, November 13, 2026, 3:30 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
Salisbury Knights of ColumbusSalisbury, MO26 mi
Bingo
Bingo Nightz at Salisbury Knights of Columbus in Missouri.
Salisbury Knights of Columbus, 311 E Patterson, Salisbury, MO 65281
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Runs across the dates shown. A weekend of adventurous music in Columbia, MO, with performances by Shabazz Palaces, JWords, Tyondai Braxton and the Marquis Hill Quartet.
Limited run.
The Blue Note, 17 North 9th Street, Columbia, MO 65201
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
Hexagon AlleyColumbia, MO55 mi
Board games
Hexagon Alley, 111 S 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m. Central Time
GAME ARENAHannibal, MO59 mi
Theater
Magic: The Gathering's Friday Night Magic, in Modern: head-to-head games with decks of at least 60 cards, drawing on strong cards from roughly the last two decades. Players of every level are welcome. Room for up to 32 players.
GAME ARENA, 225 Broadway, Hannibal, MO 63401
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Boone County Nature SchoolColumbia, MO59 mi
Community
Evening views of Saturn at opposition and the autumn sky. Visitors can bring their own observing equipment.
Boone County Nature School, 8989 South Tom Bass Road, Columbia, MO 65201
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Royal TheaterMacon, MO0.3 mi
Festival
Runs across the dates shown. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: a rowdy group of kids turns a church Christmas pageant into a funny, chaotic, heartwarming lesson in grace. For all ages.
Limited run.
Royal Theater, 102 N Rubey, Macon, MO 63552
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time
1600 W BroadwayColumbia, MI55 mi
Dancing
Dances of Universal Peace, a celebration of oneness through simple dances based on sacred traditions from around the world. Newcomers welcome.
1600 W Broadway, Columbia, MI
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Sinquefield Music CenterColumbia, MO56 mi
Other
New work by experimental electronic composer Tyondai Braxton, performed at Crow Hall.
Sinquefield Music Center, 1101 University Avenue, Columbia, MO 65211
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Jesse AuditoriumColumbia, MO56 mi
Talks + ideas
A worship act known for memorable worship experiences, joining Campus Nights for a series of eight events.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Jesse Auditorium, 409 Conley Ave, Columbia, MO 65211
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
The Tokyo ClubColumbia, MO55 mi
Comedy
Live stand-up comedy with Vernon "Longhorn" Davis, a Texas-raised, 4th-gen Army vet who turns family chaos and military life into Longhorn Comedy.
The Tokyo Club, 709 Fay Street, #Ste 105, Columbia, MO 65201
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m. Central Time
Fine Arts BuildingColumbia, MO56 mi
Live music
A recital by Steven Tharp, a faculty member at the University of Missouri School of Music.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Fine Arts Building, 505 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 65201
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time
Mabee Foundation Theatre (The Black Box)Canton, MO57 mi
Theater
Staged readings of 10 minute plays written by THE 316 Playwriting students.
Mabee Foundation Theatre (The Black Box), 1 College HL, Canton, MO 63435
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time
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9 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Central Time
The Tokyo ClubColumbia, MO55 mi
Comedy
Vernon Longhorn Davis, a Texas-raised, fourth-generation Army veteran, does stand-up about family chaos and military life at The Tokyo Club in STL.
The Tokyo Club, 709 Fay Street, #Ste 105, Columbia, MO 65201
Friday, November 13, 2026, 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Central Time
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8 a.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
Fast LanesChillicothe, MO58 mi
Fitness class
North Area Bowling at The Fast Lane. Team entries are due in advance to Mitch Curran.
Fast Lanes, 2870 Grand Dr, Chillicothe, MO 64601
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
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9 a.m.–12 p.m. Central Time
Sue Ross Arts CenterKirksville, MO32 mi
Art
Instructor Linda Treasure teaches six basic crochet stitches in a workshop for beginners. No experience needed. Class size is limited.
Sue Ross Arts Center, 215 S Franklin St, Kirksville, MO 63501
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time
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9 a.m.–4 p.m. Central Time
Unity of ColumbiaColumbia, MO55 mi
Market
Art
The 2026 Annual Art & Craft Fair with ceramics, weaving, woodworking, jewelry and more from 40 vendors, plus a 50-50 raffle, quilt raffle and bake sale.
Unity of Columbia, 1600 West Broadway, Columbia, MO
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time
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9 a.m.–1 p.m. Central Time
C2 ChurchColumbia, MO58 mi
Community
A self-publishing conference that tackles the faith and fears holding writers back, then walks through the practical steps: publishing roadmap, book components, tools, building an audience and finding help.
C2 Church, 3300 South Providence Road, Columbia, MO 65203
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time
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9:30 a.m.–11 a.m. Central Time
Venue at 209 5th StMonroe City, MO40 mi
Other
A mug exchange at a coffee shop during a cozy Kindred morning.
Venue at 209 5th St, 209 5th Street, Monroe City, MO 63456
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–11 a.m. Central Time
Riverview ParkHannibal, MO54 mi
Fitness class
A walk at Riverview for the fall colors that remain, with a thank you to the trees for what they gave this summer.
Riverview Park, 2000 Harrison Hill, Hannibal, MO 63401
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–12 p.m. Central Time
Great RoomColumbia, MO54 mi
Other
Surviving the Holidays in Difficult Times: Linda Bradley leads a seminar with practical tips on navigating holiday grief.
Great Room, 600 Silvey St, Columbia, MO 65203
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time
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10 a.m.–11 a.m. Central Time
Boonville BranchBoonville, MO55 mi
Family
Fun and informational stories for ages 3-10 at the Boonville branch.
Boonville Branch, 707 Third St., Boonville, MO 65233
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central Time
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11 a.m.–1 p.m. Central Time
Weichert Realtors - House of BrokersColumbia, MO54 mi
Community
A homebuyers class for veterans who want to explore their path to owning a home.
Weichert Realtors - House of Brokers, 2601 Bernadette Pl, Columbia, MO 65203
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time
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12 p.m.–1 p.m. Central Time
Black & Gold TavernColumbia, MO55 mi
Watch party
A watch party for Mizzou's road game at Georgia, at Black & Gold Tavern in Columbia. The game is on and cold beer is ready.
Black & Gold Tavern, 2102 Business Loop 70 East, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time
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12:30 p.m. Central Time
Sinquefield Music CenterColumbia, MO55 mi
Live music
A clarinet recital by Jane Guillot-Beinke.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Sinquefield Music Center, 16 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12:30 p.m. Central Time
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1 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Central Time
Boonville BranchBoonville, MO55 mi
Community
Pitch, a classic trick-taking card game, taught at the Boonville Branch for adults of any skill level.
Boonville Branch, 707 Third St., Boonville, MO 65233
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Central Time
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1 p.m.–2 p.m. Central Time
The Grind Coffee HouseColumbia, MO59 mi
Talks + ideas
A heart-opening spiritual discussion on finding love, peace and harmony in the digital age, with practical techniques for life's challenges. Attendees also receive a free journal.
The Grind Coffee House, 4603 John Garry Drive, Columbia, MO
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time
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2 p.m. Central Time
Sinquefield Music CenterColumbia, MO55 mi
Live music
A solo recital from Rael Dye, a senior working toward a bachelor's in music education.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Sinquefield Music Center, 16 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 2 p.m. Central Time
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3 p.m. Central Time
Truman State University campusKirksville, MO30 mi
Sports + fitness
Truman State football hosts McKendree on Senior Day, an NCAA Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference home game.
Truman State University campus, 100 E Normal Avenue, Kirksville, MO 63501-4221
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 3 p.m. Central Time
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4 p.m. Central Time
Gunther's Game CornerSlater, MO48 mi
Board games
Gunther's Game Corner, 301 N Main St, Slater, MO 65349
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4 p.m. Central Time
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4 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Alliance Art GalleryHannibal, MO59 mi
Art
An art walk in downtown Hannibal. The Alliance Art Gallery features works by gallery artist Dennis Babbitt and guest artist Veronica Brown.
Alliance Art Gallery, 121 North Main Street, Hannibal, MO 63401
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Art
A reception celebrating ICONIC, a group art exhibit with bold work and good company.
Ol' Blue Gallery and Guesthouse, 513 Church Street, Hannibal, MO 63401
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Boone County Nature SchoolColumbia, MO59 mi
Community
Evening views of Saturn at opposition and the autumn sky. Visitors can bring their own observing equipment.
Boone County Nature School, 8989 South Tom Bass Road, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time
Royal TheaterMacon, MO0.3 mi
Festival
Runs across the dates shown. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: a rowdy group of kids turns a church Christmas pageant into a funny, chaotic, heartwarming lesson in grace. For all ages.
Limited run.
Royal Theater, 102 N Rubey, Macon, MO 63552
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
7 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Runs across the dates shown. A weekend of adventurous music in Columbia, MO, with performances by Shabazz Palaces, JWords, Tyondai Braxton and the Marquis Hill Quartet.
Limited run.
The Blue Note, 17 North 9th Street, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
The Blue NoteColumbia, MO55 mi
Other
Cosmic jazz group Shabazz Palaces plays as a full live quintet, with an opening set from NYC hip-hop and dance producer JWords.
The Blue Note, 17 North 9th Street, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Comedy
Live stand-up comedy at The Tokyo Club with Army vet Dan West, aka “Captain America with a drinking problem.”
The Tokyo Club, 709 Fay Street, #Ste 105, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time
Mabee Foundation Theatre (The Black Box)Canton, MO57 mi
Theater
Staged readings of 10 minute plays written by THE 316 Playwriting students.
Mabee Foundation Theatre (The Black Box), 1 College HL, Canton, MO 63435
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
The DockQuincy, IL58 mi
Other
FUZZ WUB EDM PARTY at The Dock in Quincy, Illinois.
The Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Dr, Quincy, IL 62301
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
Food: wings · pizza · pasta · friesFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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9 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Central Time
Comedy
Army veteran Dan West, aka Captain America with a drinking problem, brings sharp, cynical storytelling and nostalgic riffs to a stand-up set.
The Tokyo Club, 709 Fay Street, #Ste 105, Columbia, MO 65201
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Central Time
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9 a.m.–3 p.m. Central Time
Unity of ColumbiaColumbia, MO55 mi
Market
Art
The Annual Art & Craft Fair with ceramics, weaving, woodworking, jewelry and more from 40 vendors, plus a 50-50 raffle, quilt raffle and bake sale.
Unity of Columbia, 1600 West Broadway, Columbia, MO
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time
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9:30 a.m. Central Time
First United Methodist ChurchMarshall, MO58 mi
Community
Worship in the sanctuary at First United Methodist Church, the congregation gathered together.
First United Methodist Church, 225 E Arrow St, Marshall, MO 65340
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 9:30 a.m. Central Time
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10:30 a.m. Central Time
SanctuaryColumbia, MO56 mi
Community
Worship Service at Sanctuary in Columbia, Missouri.
Sanctuary, 2615 Shepard Blvd., Columbia, MO 65201
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 10:30 a.m. Central Time
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12:30 p.m. Central Time
Sinquefield Music CenterColumbia, MO55 mi
Live music
A clarinet recital by Samantha Decker.
University of Missouri-Columbia
Sinquefield Music Center, 16 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 65201
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 12:30 p.m. Central Time
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1 p.m. Central Time
Valhalla's GateColumbia, MO54 mi
Board games
Valhalla's Gate, with a large selection of games and miniatures, hosts a D&D Encounters Celebration, Azaroth.
Valhalla's Gate, 2525 Bernadette Dr, Columbia, MO 65203
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 1 p.m. Central Time
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2 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Central Time
Royal TheaterMacon, MO0.3 mi
Festival
Runs across the dates shown. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: a rowdy group of kids turns a church Christmas pageant into a funny, chaotic, heartwarming lesson in grace. For all ages.
Limited run.
Royal Theater, 102 N Rubey, Macon, MO 63552
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time
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2 p.m.–4 p.m. Central Time
Animal Science Research CenterColumbia, MO56 mi
Talks + ideas
Nov: Boone Regional Beekeepers-local plants beneficial to bees & dessert in Columbia.
Animal Science Research Center, 920 East Campus Drive, Columbia, MO 65211
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time
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2 p.m.–4 p.m. Central Time
Mabee Foundation Theatre (The Black Box)Canton, MO57 mi
Theater
Staged readings of 10 minute plays written by THE 316 Playwriting students.
Mabee Foundation Theatre (The Black Box), 1 College HL, Canton, MO 63435
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time
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3 p.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
Natural Nail Care SalonColumbia, MO56 mi
Other
A free spirituality event at a nail salon, where tickets are used to count who is coming.
Natural Nail Care Salon, 2011 Corona Rd Suite 103, Columbia, MO 65203
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Parish Office BasementBoonville, MO59 mi
Family
Youth Group (Parish Office Basement) in Boonville, Missouri.
Parish Office Basement, 322 Seventh Street, Boonville, MO 65233
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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Classes, exhibits and seasons open for more than a month.
12 p.m. Central Time
Venue at 1000 Rollins StColumbia, MO56 mi
Other
Runs across the dates shown.
Ongoing.
Venue at 1000 Rollins St, 1000 Rollins St, Columbia, MO 65203
Ongoing through Feb 7, 2027, 12 p.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Feb 7, 2027
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