69 things to do in Mt. Vernon, MO today and tonight, Wednesday, November 11. From 5 p.m.: 5 game night, 4 board games, 4 festival, 4 theater. Tonight: Free play at Mythic Realms Trading Co (5 p.m.); Branson Comedy Bash Dinner Show | Branson, MO at Playhouse Theatre at Shepherd of the Hills Attraction (5 p.m.); Lights of Joy Christmas Drive Thru at Lights of Joy (Christmas Lights Drive-Through Display) (5 p.m.); "Let There Be Lights!" Animals Sights & Christmas Lights at Branson's Promised Land Zoo (5 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Mythic Realms Trading CoCarthage, MO28 mi
Other
Free Play, open Magic play at Mythic Realms Trading Co.
Mythic Realms Trading Co, 536 W Fir Rd, Carthage, MO 64836
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Playhouse Theatre at Shepherd of the Hills AttractionBranson, MO41 mi
Comedy
Food & drink · Theater
The Branson Comedy Bash, a family-friendly comedy dinner show at the Shepherd of the Hills Playhouse Theater.
Playhouse Theatre at Shepherd of the Hills Attraction, 5585 West 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Lights of Joy (Christmas Lights Drive-Through Display)Branson, MO43 mi
Festival
Runs across the dates shown. A one-mile Christmas drive-through: more than 250 light displays, the RGB Digital Tunnel, the 12 Days of Christmas and a Nativity. 99% of the lights are new each season. Music can play through your vehicle’s speakers on the free Tune2 app. Three food cans for Christian Action Ministries saves $3.
Limited run.
Lights of Joy (Christmas Lights Drive-Through Display), 700 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Runs across the dates shown. A two-mile drive-through LED Christmas light display at Promised Land Zoo, featuring a complimentary exotic petting zoo, photos with Santa, and food trucks. Admission is priced per carload.
Limited run.
Branson's Promised Land Zoo, 2751 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Americana TheatreBranson, MO44 mi
Food & drink
Theater
Runs across the dates shown. A dinner show with a homestyle BBQ meal included with the ticket, followed by a live band playing Patsy Cline hits and songs by artists she inspired. The meal includes a pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, potato salad, a chocolate chip cookie and a choice of sweet tea or water.
Limited run.
Americana Theatre, 2905 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Big Cedar LodgeRidgedale, MO49 mi
Festival
A self-guided, drive-through Christmas lights tour featuring dazzling holiday displays.
Big Cedar Lodge, 190 Top of the Rock rd, Ridgedale, MO 65739
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Top of the RockRidgedale, MO51 mi
Live music
Runs across the dates shown. Nature at Night at Top of the Rock in Ridgedale, Missouri.
Limited run.
Top of the Rock, 150 Top of the Rock Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
The MomentaryBentonville, AR55 mi
Community
Community Night with Hairpins at The Momentary: a local group hosts a lively, welcoming gathering for connection for members and newcomers.
The Momentary, 507 SE E St, Bentonville, AR 72712
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
Evangel University campusSpringfield, MO32 mi
Sports + fitness
A home women's basketball game for Evangel University's Valor, against Stephens College, played in Springfield, Missouri.
Evangel University campus, 1111 N Glenstone, Springfield, MO 65802
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Central Time
Kelce College of Business, Pittsburg State UniversityPittsburg, KS53 mi
Talks + ideas
Medicaid Expansion Educational Seminar at Kelce College of Business, Pittsburg State University in Kansas.
Pittsburg State University
Kelce College of Business, Pittsburg State University, 1701 S Broadway, Pittsburg, KS 66762
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
5C GamingSpringfield, MO30 mi
Game night
Magic: The Gathering in Commander, its four-player format: each deck is built around one legendary card, its commander, and everyone starts at 40 life. Casual play.
5C Gaming, 431 S Jefferson Ave, Springfield, MO 65806
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
The Gathering Place by Arris' PizzaSpringfield, MO30 mi
Food & drink
The Arris' Pizza Catering Open House: sample pieces of the catering menu and meet the team.
The Gathering Place by Arris' Pizza, 1332 East Republic Road, Springfield, MO 65804
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Hold Fast BrewingSpringfield, MO30 mi
Trivia
Trivia Night at Hold Fast Brewing in Springfield, Missouri.
Hold Fast Brewing, 235 N Kimbrough Ave, Springfield, MO 65806
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
You are also welcome to park across the street in Taylor’s parking lot.From hfbrewing.com, Oct 24, 2026
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6 p.m. Central Time
Graffiti GamesOzark, MO32 mi
Board games
Casual Magic at Graffiti Games, a fun place to hang out for Magic and Pokemon.
Graffiti Games, 5108 N 22nd St, Ozark, MO 65721
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Finley FarmsOzark, MO35 mi
Other
DIY barn quilts at Finley Farms: traditional quilt block patterns turned into colorful works of art.
Finley Farms, 802 Finley Farms Ln, Ozark, MO 65721
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
The WorkshopOzark, MO35 mi
Other
Make a barn quilt, the folk art that turns traditional quilt blocks into colorful works of art.
The Workshop, 840 Finley Farms Ln, Ozark, MO 65721
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
Food: quesadillas · burgers · pizza · bbq · brunch · sandwiches · Vegetarian options · Gluten-free optionsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Big Cedar LodgeRidgedale, MO49 mi
Community
Tram rides past the festive lights around Big Cedar Lodge, with a private option on Santa's sleigh.
Big Cedar Lodge, 190 Top of the Rock rd, Ridgedale, MO 65739
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m. Central Time
KTXZ Trading CardsPittsburg, KS54 mi
Board games
KTXZ Trading Cards, 1617 N Walnut St, Pittsburg, KS 66762
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
8th Street MarketBentonville, AR55 mi
Game night
Fitness
Weekly board game night at Bike Rack Brewing Co., open to every experience level.
8th Street Market, 801 Southeast 8th Street, Bentonville, AR
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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6:23 p.m. Central Time
KTXZ Trading CardsPittsburg, KS54 mi
Board games
KTXZ Trading Cards, 1617 N Walnut St, Pittsburg, KS 66762
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:23 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m. Central Time
Haven GamesNixa, MO29 mi
Game night
Magic: The Gathering in Pauper, where every card in a deck must once have been printed as a common.
Haven Games, 106 W Sherman Way, Nixa, MO 65714
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Village Meeple Board Game CafeSpringfield, MO31 mi
Game night
Guest Gamer Guide Noah teaches Blood on the Clocktower, a social deduction game where a demon hides in the village of Ravenswood Bluff.
Village Meeple Board Game Cafe, 1570 East Battlefield Road Suite F, Springfield, MO 65804
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time
Create N Sip StudiosJoplin, MO38 mi
Art
An instructed canvas painting class: create a patriotic eagle with step-by-step guidance. All skill levels; no experience required.
Create N Sip Studios, 223 W 3rd St., Joplin, MO 64801
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time
Doors open 15 minutes before the event
Walk-ins are an extra $5 fee and accepted with availability of space.From creatensip.com, Oct 18, 2026
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6:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
JJ’s Grill RogersRogers, AR55 mi
Other
Jocko at JJ’s Grill Rogers in Arkansas.
JJ’s Grill Rogers, 4500 W Walnut St. Ste 3, Rogers, AR 72756
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
Other
the highly anticipated from A Destiny So Cruel & moderated discussion led via Ayana Gray.
Underbrush Books, 103 West Walnut Street, Rogers, AR 72756
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time
Chuo IzakayaRogers, AR58 mi
Food & drink
A dinner pairing izakaya dishes with VinoVi wines at Chuo Izakaya.
Chuo Izakaya, 3939 South Grand Avenue, #Suite D102, Rogers, AR 72758
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Gusano'sJoplin, MO35 mi
General-knowledge trivia
Free team trivia led by a host called the Trivia Jockey: six rounds of three questions, a halftime question, and a final where you bet up to 20 points. You get one song's length to answer each, no phones. The top three teams win prizes every night.
Gusano's, 3929 E 7th St, Joplin, MO 64801
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Gray Fox GamesJoplin, MO38 mi
Board games
Open Game Night at Gray Fox Games.
Gray Fox Games, 804 E 15th St, Joplin, MO 64804
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Yakov's TheatreBranson, MO45 mi
Theater
Runs across the dates shown. Yakov Smirnoff, the famous Russian comedian, delivers laughs and insights into life in the United States, including From Red to Redneck and a salute to Lady Liberty. The show also celebrates Christmas and New Year's Eve, Russian style.
Limited run.
Yakov's Theatre, 470 State Hwy 248, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Victory Theaterrogers, AR55 mi
Theater
Groove Culture at Victory Theater in rogers, Arkansas.
Victory Theater, 116 S. Second Street, rogers, AR 72756
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
The Hub Bike LoungeBentonville, AR55 mi
General-knowledge trivia
Free team trivia led by a host called the Trivia Jockey: six rounds of three questions, a halftime question, and a final where you bet up to 20 points. You get one song's length to answer each, no phones. The top three teams win prizes every night.
The Hub Bike Lounge, 410 SW A St Ste 2, Bentonville, AR 72712
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m. Central Time
Beef O'BradysBentonville, AR57 mi
Music bingo
Music bingo with song titles instead of numbers on your free card. The host plays clips of hits from the 1960s to today, and the first to mark five in a row and yell SINGO wins. Four to six prizes a night, such as venue gift certificates.
Beef O'Bradys, 2500 SW 14th St Ste #108, Bentonville, AR 72712
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m. Central Time
Evangel University campusSpringfield, MO32 mi
Sports + fitness
A home men's basketball game for Evangel University's Valor, against College of the Ozarks, in Springfield, Missouri.
Evangel University campus, 1111 N Glenstone, Springfield, MO 65802
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m. Central Time
Grand JubileeBRANSON, MO45 mi
Other
A show of harmonies from New South, Mark, Luke, Barry and Eric, with the Rhinestone Mafia live band, comedian Jamie Haage and emcee Mike Patrick.
Grand Jubilee, 1945 WEST 76 COUNTRY BLVD, BRANSON, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m. Central Time
Branson Hot Hits TheatreBranson, MO46 mi
Live music
A live show of Motown music by the Temptations, Spinners, Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, Al Green and more.
Branson Hot Hits Theatre, 206 South Commercial Street, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m. Central Time
The Mansion Theatre for the Performing ArtsBranson, MO43 mi
Theater
Joe Nichols, a singer of country songs with his new album Honky Tonks and Country Songs.
The Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts, 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Hughes Brothers TheatreBranson, MO44 mi
Festival
A Christmas show by the Hughes Brothers, a 17-time winner of Branson's Best Christmas Show, built around what people love about the holidays.
Hughes Brothers Theatre, 3425 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Americana TheatreBranson, MO44 mi
Theater
Runs across the dates shown. A magic show by illusionist Rick Thomas at the Americana Theatre, with audience participation and illusions for families, date nights and anyone who likes to be amazed.
Limited run.
Americana Theatre, 2905 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Student Rec CenterPittsburg, KS52 mi
Dancing
Hosted by the Pittsburg State Dance Collective.
Student Rec Center, 2001 S. Rouse, Pittsburg, KS 66762
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Axe LibraryPittsburg, KS53 mi
Game night
A game night at Axe Library for International Games Month, with a popcorn bar, jigsaw puzzles, card and map-drawing games, and Jackbox Party games hosted by Gorilla Game Space.
Axe Library, 1605 S. Joplin, Pittsburg, KS 66762
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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9:30 a.m. Central Time
Schuber-Mitchell Homes Design Center - (Previously Brown Derby! on Republic Rd!)Springfield, MO30 mi
Other
Runs across the dates shown. Coffee & Learn for Realtors who partner with Team Swenka or want to explore a partnership.
Limited run.
Schuber-Mitchell Homes Design Center - (Previously Brown Derby! on Republic Rd!), 1380 East Republic Road, Springfield, MO 65804
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 9:30 a.m. Central Time
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Classes, exhibits and seasons open for more than a month.
8 a.m. Central Time
St Stephen Catholic ChurchBentonville, AR54 mi
Community
Runs across the dates shown.
Ongoing.
St Stephen Catholic Church, 1300 NE J St, Bentonville, AR 72712
Ongoing through Nov 20, 8 a.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Nov 20
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7 p.m. Central Time
Venue at 3750 W 76 Country BlvdBranson, MO43 mi
Other
Runs across the dates shown.
Ongoing.
Venue at 3750 W 76 Country Blvd, 3750 West 76 Country Boulevard, Branson, MO 65616
Ongoing through Dec 27, 7 p.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Dec 27
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7 p.m. Central Time
SMAC Art CenterHollister, MO47 mi
Art
Runs across the dates shown. SMAC members may submit one artwork for the eighth annual members show.
Ongoing.
SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672
Ongoing through Dec 20, 7 p.m. Central Time
Ongoing through Dec 20
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