Heart of the Ozarks Fair

Through June 7/WEST PLAINS – A full-scale carnival along with agricultural and other exhibits. Grandstand entertainment includes: Wed. — Gospel Concert; Thurs. and Fri. — Truck Pull and  Sat. — Demolition Derby. No gate admission on Monday or Tuesday. Reg. tickets are $5 Wed. and$10 Thurs. through Sat. Children ages 6-12 are $5. There will be armbands available for carnival rides which open each evening at 6 p.m. For more information and details, visit https://heartoftheozarksfair.net/

Route 66 Summerfest

June 6-7/ROLLA – Promoting the old original highway Route 66 and the beginning of summer. Friday night is a cruise down Route 66 from St. James to Rolla beginning in the festival lot in Downtown Rolla with a Crazy Funny Dog Show and movie under the stars. Other activities include music in the food court, food and craft vendors, children’s games and family activities. Saturday is the car show line up on Pine Street hosting more than 150 cars from neighboring states. See https://route66summerfest.com/ for details.

Vintage Market Days

June 6-8/KANSAS CITY – 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. at the American Royal Center with this year’s theme, “Red, White & Vinage.” An upscale, vintage-inspired, indoor/outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, food trucks, seasonal plantings, and a little more. It’s more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in creative venues throughout the country. Three-day passes are $15. Tickets are available online at https://events.humanitix.com/redwhitevintagekc

Art in the Park

June 7/COLUMVIA – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Stephens Lake Park (4 p.m. Sun.) This festival is free to all looking to enjoy a unique experience in arts, hands-on activities, and entertainment; while finding special gifts and keepsakes – from stylish sculptures to one-of-a-kind coffee mugs, jewelry, paintings and so much more. Begun in 1959, Art in the Park is the oldest and largest fine arts festival in mid-Missouri. The festival features artists from across the United States, displaying a variety of media including painting, drawing, photography, pottery, jewelry, fibers, sculpture, wood, and glass. See you there!

Sawdust Fest

June 14/KING CITY – Beginning at 8 a.m. at the Millers Rustic Sawmill. Talented artisans will be present to demonstrate their skills and inspire others who may want to try a creative form of making items with wood. SAWDUST FEST was created as a celebration of Missouri makers who use their hands to create a little sawdust while making beautiful, unique pieces of art. Witness a variety of artisans, including a scroll saw artist, luthier, blacksmith, pyrographer, mosaic sign maker, woodturner, knife maker, fiber artist, jewelry artist and more! Other activities will be a petting zoo, a belt sander race, live music performances, and a best & worst beard contest. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/millersrusticsawmill

Juneteenth Heritage Festival Car Show

June 14/Jefferson City – Gates open at 7 a.m. at the Lincoln University ROTC Track. A must-see for families, car lovers, and festival-goers alike.Get ready for an exciting celebration of culture, community, and cars. This family-friendly event is set to take place alongside the Jefferson City Juneteenth Heritage Festival, featuring live music, food, vendors, and contests—making it the perfect way to celebrate Juneteenth in style! The Juneteenth Car Show brings together car enthusiasts to honor freedom, culture, and community spirit. With no class divisions, every car competes for the top awards, making this an inclusive and exciting competition for all. Entry fee for cars is $20. Spectators admitted free. More information is at https://carshowpro.com/

Bags ‘n Wags

June 14/COLUMBIA – 4-10:30 p.m. at Cherry Hill Square. Calling all dog lovers! Get ready for a tail-wagging day of fun.  Pet Adoption, Pawsome picks for your pet’s pleasure! Enjoy an putdoor Movie, fun competitions & prizes …And a barking good time for everyone! Whether you’re looking to give a pup a forever home, show off your dog’s skills, or just enjoy the day with fellow dog lovers, Bags ‘n Wags is the ultimate event. A dog play area will be available.  Benefiting Central Missouri Humane Society, Second Chance of Columbia and Spay Neuter Project. For more information, visit their website on Facebook.