Officials with the Ozarks Heritage Research Center (OHRC) at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will host a special presentation on “The Tale of the Carol: Exploring the Musical Traditions of Christmas” presented by Rocky Long at 6 p.m. at the Garnett Library on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. This event is sponsored by West Plains Council on the Arts and the Ozarks Heritage Research Center. Refreshments provided.
The presentation will explore how holiday music has been shaped by a blend of cultural influences, including early folk traditions, religious hymns, and community storytelling. Attendees will learn how carols evolved through migration, adaptation, and performance practice, reflecting both their European and Appalachian roots as well as the unique character of Ozark life. The event will look at the past, present, and the future of traditions that have made celebrating Christmas a meaningful and an enduring tradition.
West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, West Plains Boys and Girls Club. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
Contact West Plains Public Library for details.
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
West Plains 10th Annual Nutcracker presented by Children’s Ballet of the Ozarks – December 12th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st. Fridays at 7:00PM and Saturdays at 2:00PM & 7:00PM
Tickets are $12.00 in Advanced & $15.00 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/cbo or through a student.
Kick off the holiday season with fantastic fun at Cookies with the Claus, hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of the Greater West Plains Area! Bring the whole family to enjoy cookie decorating, mini-golf, ornament making, scavenger hunt, snow station, games, and so much more—all included with the price of entry!
Entry Fee
– Ages 0–3: FREE
– Ages 4–100: $3 cash
Professional Photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus
– Individuals: $10
– Families: $25
– Selfies: FREE
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.
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
Mark your calendars The Painted Palomino & Farmer’s Tan will be hosting a Holly Dolly Christmas Market! We will be stacked up with the area’s best vendors including The Blonde Bohemian clothing, Linked & Co permanent jewelry, Farmer Tan’s trucker hat bar, flash sheet tattoo designs by Jasmyn McGinnis, botox/filler by Radiance By SJ, & a hair styling bar from TPP. Shop special offers on all in house products, gift certificate promos, & much much more! An event you don’t want to miss!
West Plains 10th Annual Nutcracker presented by Children’s Ballet of the Ozarks – December 12th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st. Fridays at 7:00PM and Saturdays at 2:00PM & 7:00PM
Tickets are $12.00 in Advanced & $15.00 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/cbo or through a student.
“125 Years of Christmas Cheer!” Celebrating the Spirit of West Plains Since 1900 ~ Honoring our past, celebrating our present, and lighting the way to our future.
West Plains 10th Annual Nutcracker presented by Children’s Ballet of the Ozarks – December 12th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st. Fridays at 7:00PM and Saturdays at 2:00PM & 7:00PM
Tickets are $12.00 in Advanced & $15.00 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/cbo or through a student.
Check the Country Express Band Facebook page for cost and other details, including potential cancellations due to weather, holidays or other unforeseen circumstances.
From Country Express: Two step, Cha Cha, Waltz, Electric Slide, Charleston, Foot Boogie, River Waltz, Sweetheart, Around the Room, Tennessee Waltz, Neon Moon Cha Cha, and many more. Or just come listen to some good ole country music. Old country, new country, southern rock music. No alcohol allowed. Family fun for all ages.
Country Nights and Children’s Behavioral Services will be hosting LUNCH WITH SANTA! $5.00 PER FAMILY. Come enjoy some festive activities with your family. Includes pictures with Santa, pizza, cookies and chocolates. Ornaments while supplies last.
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
West Plains Women’s Acappella Community Chorus Rehearsals, Every Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm, West Plains Boys and Girls Club. Women singers always welcome. Get more information at 661-303-8686
See a movie, price of admission is two cans of unexpired food, all donations benefit Samaritan Outreach Center.
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
Free to the public. December 19th and 20th at 7 p.m. and December 21st at 3 p.m.
West Plains 10th Annual Nutcracker presented by Children’s Ballet of the Ozarks – December 12th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st. Fridays at 7:00PM and Saturdays at 2:00PM & 7:00PM
Tickets are $12.00 in Advanced & $15.00 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/cbo or through a student.
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!
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.
Free Admission, with donations accepted.
West Plains 10th Annual Nutcracker presented by Children’s Ballet of the Ozarks – December 12th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st. Fridays at 7:00PM and Saturdays at 2:00PM & 7:00PM
Tickets are $12.00 in Advanced & $15.00 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/cbo or through a student.