Skip to content

 
Menu
Menu
Menu

Calendar

Oct
8
Thu
Community Sound Bath with Trance Drumming ~ Free Event @ The Back Lot, Luster Arcade
Oct 8 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

FREE for the Community Sound Bath with Trance Drumming. Bring a comfy mat or blanket to lay on and a hammock or comfy chair.

Hirsch Feed Grizzly Stampede College Rodeo hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains Grizzly Rodeo & presented by Explore West Plains @ Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds
Oct 8 @ 7:00 pm

For the first time ever, the Missouri State University–West Plains Grizzlies are bringing college rodeo to home dirt at the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds.

18 COLLEGES
11 STATES
400+ CONTESTANTS
3 DAYS OF RODEO

Like and follow Hirsch Feed Grizzly Stampede College Rodeo on Facebook for additional information.

Live Music/Dance ~ Country Express Band @ West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall
Oct 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

From Country Express Band: Well folks we have a new schedule and another new venue to play music. We are very excited to be playing at the West Plains Civic Center in the Exhibit Hall. It is on the Northwest side of the building, we have played there before. Classic Country, Classic Rock and a lot of favorites. Two step, Line Dance, cha-cha and a waltz or two. Come and join us for a fun dance and a good time with friends, family friendly event.

* $6.00 per person to get into the dance
* 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol. We will have bottled water for $1.00 a bottle

Oct
9
Fri
Hirsch Feed Grizzly Stampede College Rodeo hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains Grizzly Rodeo & presented by Explore West Plains @ Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds
Oct 9 @ 7:00 pm

For the first time ever, the Missouri State University–West Plains Grizzlies are bringing college rodeo to home dirt at the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds.

18 COLLEGES
11 STATES
400+ CONTESTANTS
3 DAYS OF RODEO

Like and follow Hirsch Feed Grizzly Stampede College Rodeo on Facebook for additional information.

Oct
10
Sat
Pedal the Cause starts and ends @ West Plains High School
Oct 10 @ 8:00 am

Check-in is from 7:30-8 AM. The ride will begin at 8 AM. Kids track, short course (almost 7 miles) long course (13 miles), walking 1.4 miles, or 30 minute spin bikes sessions with an instructor. Ride starts and finishes at West Plains High School. For more information, see West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause! on Facebook.

 

GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Oct 10 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

“OzFaire” Renaissance Festival hosted by Always a Future for Kids @ HOBA (Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass Assoc.) Park
Oct 10 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Ozarks Renaissance Faire will be October 10-11, 10:00 am-6:00 pm, at the Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass Association grounds. Entertainment will include music, games, food, armored combat, presentations, crafts, and vendors. See ozfaire.com or OzFaire on Facebook for more information.
Hirsch Feed Grizzly Stampede College Rodeo hosted by Missouri State University-West Plains Grizzly Rodeo & presented by Explore West Plains @ Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds
Oct 10 @ 7:00 pm

For the first time ever, the Missouri State University–West Plains Grizzlies are bringing college rodeo to home dirt at the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds.

18 COLLEGES
11 STATES
400+ CONTESTANTS
3 DAYS OF RODEO

Like and follow Hirsch Feed Grizzly Stampede College Rodeo on Facebook for additional information.

Oct
11
Sun
“OzFaire” Renaissance Festival hosted by Always a Future for Kids @ HOBA (Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass Assoc.) Park
Oct 11 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Ozarks Renaissance Faire will be October 10-11, 10:00 am-6:00 pm, at the Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass Association grounds. Entertainment will include music, games, food, armored combat, presentations, crafts, and vendors. See ozfaire.com or OzFaire on Facebook for more information.
Oct
12
Mon
Annual Bo Pace Grizzly Golf Classic @ West Plains Country Club
Oct 12 @ 10:30 am

The annual Bo Pace Grizzly Golf Classic, presented by UBS Financial Services Inc./Camden, Lunsford, Sanfelippo & Dickinson Wealth Management, will take place Oct. 12 at the West Plains Country Club. The tournament, hosted by the Grizzly Club, will be a three-person scramble benefiting Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Grizzly Athletics.

Check-in for the tournament begins at 10:30 a.m. Participants will tee off at noon. Golfers are welcome to practice their swings at the driving range with range balls before the event begins.

Lunch and premium Grizzly prizes will be provided to all participants. Scotty Cameron putters will be awarded to first-place flight winners, while prizes will be awarded to second- and third-place flight winners. Closest-to-the-pin and most accurate/longest drive contests also will feature premium prizes.

The cost is $150 per player or $450 per team. Teams also may purchase a Grizz Pass, which gives team members access to participate in several side games, including four mulligans, organizers said.

Teams are encouraged to provide their own golf carts. Those needing to rent a cart should submit their cart and tournament registration by Sept. 21. The rental fee is $70 per cart.

To register a team or sign up as a hole sponsor, contact the MSU-WP Grizzly Athletics office at 417-255-7975 or MSU-WP Director of Athletics Rachel Peterson at 417-255-7990, or visit //WP.MissouriState.edu/GrizzlyGolf.

Auditions for Miracle on 34th Street @ Avenue Theatre
Oct 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

From Avenue Theatre: Yes, Virginia, we ARE having a Christmas play!

We are thrilled to announce auditions for “Miracle on 34th Street” coming up on October 12th and 13th! Mark your calendars and come be a part of this holiday classic.
Sign up for an audition slot here.

West Plains Photography Club
Oct 12 @ 6:30 pm

The West Plains Photography Club currently has 34 members and meetings are at 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month in the Missouri State University-West Plains Creative Discovery Center, 411 West Main Street, Suite 1. Everyone regardless of age or ability is invited to join the club which has no membership dues.

The purpose of the club is to share and support everyone’s passion for photography arts whether they are a beginner or have been engaged in photography for many years. Present members include some who do not even own a camera to professionals who make a living by selling their art. For more information on the club feel free to call Bob Cunningham at 417-257-8206 or Dennis Crider at 417-274-7101.

Oct
13
Tue
Auditions for Miracle on 34th Street @ Avenue Theatre
Oct 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

From Avenue Theatre: Yes, Virginia, we ARE having a Christmas play!

We are thrilled to announce auditions for “Miracle on 34th Street” coming up on October 12th and 13th! Mark your calendars and come be a part of this holiday classic.
Sign up for an audition slot here.

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Oct 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Oct
15
Thu
Live Music/Dance ~ Country Express Band @ West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

From Country Express Band: Well folks we have a new schedule and another new venue to play music. We are very excited to be playing at the West Plains Civic Center in the Exhibit Hall. It is on the Northwest side of the building, we have played there before. Classic Country, Classic Rock and a lot of favorites. Two step, Line Dance, cha-cha and a waltz or two. Come and join us for a fun dance and a good time with friends, family friendly event.

* $6.00 per person to get into the dance
* 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol. We will have bottled water for $1.00 a bottle

Oct
16
Fri
Ozark Heritage Festival @ West Plains Civic Center
Oct 16 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

See ozarkheritagefestival.com for more information.

“GrossBusters” the Monster Musical @ The Avenue Theatre
Oct 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Get Ready for Slime, Laughs, and Gross-Busting Fun! Join the Avenue Theatre for a hilariously spooky live performance of GrossBusters. Presented by their youth theater group, this high-energy show is packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, crazy creatures, and non-stop entertainment for the whole family.

Tickets for GrossBusters available here.

Don’t let the monsters take over — grab your tickets early to reserve your seats!

Oct
17
Sat
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast @ American Legion Hall
Oct 17 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

The American Legion hosts a breakfast on the third Saturday of every month as a fundraiser. All you can eat and lots of options at a bargain price!

GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Oct 17 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

Vendor Fair ~ hosted by Amvets Ladies Auxiliary @ 1852 Co. Rd. 6070
Oct 17 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Indoor event. Open to the public.
Contact Mary for details: 916-259-6539

Ozark Heritage Festival @ West Plains Civic Center
Oct 17 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

See ozarkheritagefestival.com for more information.

Racing @ Legit Speedway Park
Oct 17 @ 5:00 pm

Please verify dates and times for all races. Visit legitspeedway.com or Legit Speedway Park on Facebook for more information.

“GrossBusters” the Monster Musical @ The Avenue Theatre
Oct 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Get Ready for Slime, Laughs, and Gross-Busting Fun! Join the Avenue Theatre for a hilariously spooky live performance of GrossBusters. Presented by their youth theater group, this high-energy show is packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, crazy creatures, and non-stop entertainment for the whole family.

Tickets for GrossBusters available here.

Don’t let the monsters take over — grab your tickets early to reserve your seats!

Live Music ~ Joshua Michael and the Dirt Road Saints @ Country Nights
Oct 17 @ 7:00 pm

Let’s welcome back one of our most exciting and popular bands!
Pomona, Missouri

Oct
18
Sun
“GrossBusters” the Monster Musical @ Avenue Theatre
Oct 18 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Get Ready for Slime, Laughs, and Gross-Busting Fun! Join the Avenue Theatre for a hilariously spooky live performance of GrossBusters. Presented by their youth theater group, this high-energy show is packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, crazy creatures, and non-stop entertainment for the whole family.

Tickets for GrossBusters available here.

Don’t let the monsters take over — grab your tickets early to reserve your seats!

Oct
20
Tue
West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Oct 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Oct
24
Sat
Free Movie in the Park ~ “Hocus Pocus” hosted by West Plains Parks & Recreation Department (Time TBD – starts around sunset) @ Carmical Field
Oct 24 all-day

You can check the West Plains Parks and Recreation Department Facebook page for more information closet to the date.

GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Oct 24 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

Oct
27
Tue
Lost Love, Murder, and Hillbillies… Songs of the Ozarks hosted by Ozarks Heritage Research Center Featuring Dawn Larsen @ Garnett Library
Oct 27 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

This event is sponsored by the Ozarks Heritage Research Center and WPCA. Refreshments provided.

Performer/storyteller/singer-songwriter and fifth generation Ozarker, Dawn grew up amid lots of mountain music, arts, storytelling, beautiful hills and rivers. She taught herself to play guitar at 13. At a family gathering at about that age, after she had finished singing traditional ballads and was taking a break, her mother pulled her aside and asked, “Don’t you know anything besides death and dying music?” She’s proud to play Roots music, which is full of “death and dyin,” an integral part of the human condition. She regularly plays festivals, house concerts, listening rooms, gives workshops in performing and writing, and other events. She completed a songwriting artist-in-residency in Northern Ireland in 2024 and has also released two CDs of original music. She founded and operated the last traveling Toby tent show in the country for ten years. In 2025 she retired as Professor of Theatre at Francis Marion University in South Carolina where she specialized in American popular entertainment, especially rural comedy.

About the presentation — The Halloween season is the perfect time to sit back and have a listen to old (and new) songs of the Ozarks and its dark and spooky past. There might be a couple of stories thrown in as well. Come join the fun… if you dare…

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Oct 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Oct
29
Thu
Live Music/Dance ~ Country Express Band @ West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall
Oct 29 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

From Country Express Band: Well folks we have a new schedule and another new venue to play music. We are very excited to be playing at the West Plains Civic Center in the Exhibit Hall. It is on the Northwest side of the building, we have played there before. Classic Country, Classic Rock and a lot of favorites. Two step, Line Dance, cha-cha and a waltz or two. Come and join us for a fun dance and a good time with friends, family friendly event.

* $6.00 per person to get into the dance
* 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol. We will have bottled water for $1.00 a bottle

Oct
31
Sat
GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Oct 31 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

Scare on the Square @ West Plains Downtown
Oct 31 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Nov
3
Tue
West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Nov 3 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Nov
5
Thu
First Thursday Stroll @ Downtown
Nov 5 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Live Music/Dance ~ Country Express Band @ West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall
Nov 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

From Country Express Band: Well folks we have a new schedule and another new venue to play music. We are very excited to be playing at the West Plains Civic Center in the Exhibit Hall. It is on the Northwest side of the building, we have played there before. Classic Country, Classic Rock and a lot of favorites. Two step, Line Dance, cha-cha and a waltz or two. Come and join us for a fun dance and a good time with friends, family friendly event.

* $6.00 per person to get into the dance
* 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol. We will have bottled water for $1.00 a bottle

Nov
7
Sat
GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Nov 7 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

“Civic Spruce” Downtown Cleanup ~ meet @ Johnny Hatchets Axe Throwing & Coffee House
Nov 7 @ 9:15 am – 10:15 am

Meet at Johnny Hatchet’s Axe Throwing & Coffee House at 9:15am. Clean-up from 9:30-11:30am. Bring gloves!

Nov
9
Mon
West Plains Photography Club
Nov 9 @ 6:30 pm

The West Plains Photography Club currently has 34 members and meetings are at 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month in the Missouri State University-West Plains Creative Discovery Center, 411 West Main Street, Suite 1. Everyone regardless of age or ability is invited to join the club which has no membership dues.

The purpose of the club is to share and support everyone’s passion for photography arts whether they are a beginner or have been engaged in photography for many years. Present members include some who do not even own a camera to professionals who make a living by selling their art. For more information on the club feel free to call Bob Cunningham at 417-257-8206 or Dennis Crider at 417-274-7101.

Nov
10
Tue
West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Nov 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Nov
14
Sat
GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Nov 14 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

Nov
17
Tue
West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Nov 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Nov
19
Thu
Live Music/Dance ~ Country Express Band @ West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall
Nov 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

From Country Express Band: Well folks we have a new schedule and another new venue to play music. We are very excited to be playing at the West Plains Civic Center in the Exhibit Hall. It is on the Northwest side of the building, we have played there before. Classic Country, Classic Rock and a lot of favorites. Two step, Line Dance, cha-cha and a waltz or two. Come and join us for a fun dance and a good time with friends, family friendly event.

* $6.00 per person to get into the dance
* 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol. We will have bottled water for $1.00 a bottle

Nov
20
Fri
Whiskey and Bourbon Fest – Sponsored by Community Foundation of the Ozarks @ Historic Post Office
Nov 20 @ 5:30 pm

Be a part of an exciting event to help improve the West Plains community! The fourth annual Whisky and Bourbon Fest will feature tastings of several unique, hard-to-find spirits and much more. Proceeds will help build the Community Foundation of West Plains’s grantmaking endowment to provide even greater support for our local nonprofits. Catering and a beer/wine cash bar provided by Colton’s Steakhouse.

Ticket and additional information here. Online sales end Friday, Nov. 20!
Location: Historic Post Office, 204 E. Main St., West Plains, MO

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Small Batch · $250
• Logo/name on all event promotions

Single Barrel · $500
• Includes 2 event tickets
• Logo/name on all event promotions

Reserve · $1,000
• Only 5 Reserve sponsorship slots available
• Includes 8 event tickets and 1 reserved seating table
• Logo/name on all event promotions

Contact Eric Gibson at 417-293-3742 for more information about sponsorships. All proceeds benefit the Community Foundation of West Plains.

Nov
21
Sat
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast @ American Legion Hall
Nov 21 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

The American Legion hosts a breakfast on the third Saturday of every month as a fundraiser. All you can eat and lots of options at a bargain price!

GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Nov 21 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

Nov
24
Tue
West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Nov 24 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686

Nov
28
Sat
GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains @ Endurance Church Parking Lot
Nov 28 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Open every Saturday 9 a.m. t0 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays, seasonally. GO FARM Farmers Market of West Plains on Facebook for more information.

Dec
1
Tue
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting @ Court Square Downtown
Dec 1 @ 6:00 pm
West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsal @ First Church of God
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

West Plains Women’s A cappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686