Sponsor: NAMM

Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, Make Music is celebrated on the same day in more than 2,000 cities in dozens of countries around the world.

Completely different from a typical music festival, Make Music is open to anyone who wants to take part. Every kind of musician — young and old, amateur and professional, of every musical persuasion — pours onto streets, parks, plazas, and porches to share their music with friends, neighbors, and strangers. All of it is free and open to the public.

Can anyone participate?

Of course! There’s always room in the band.

We invite musicians, rappers and instrumentalists of all kinds to collaborate on making June 21 a musical masterpiece. Singers, church choirs, jazz combos, rock bands, glee clubs, MCs, marching bands, mariachis, and every other kind of musician, of any age group or skill level, are all welcome.

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Sponsor: Rose Music Hall

Taylor Gang The World Tour
with Chevy Woods, Fedd the God, and DJ Bonics

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Sponsor: Lizzi & Rocco’s Natural Pet Market

Join us for a fun and educational day dedicated to pet wellness. Meet local pet organizations, experts, and businesses for information on health, nutrition, enrichment, prevention, training, and more!
Join us for a fun and educational day dedicated to pet wellness at the UMDR Pet Health Fair! This community event brings together local pet organizations, experts, and businesses to provide valuable resources on health, nutrition, enrichment, prevention, training, and more!

What to Expect:
Expert advice on pet care & wellness
Local pet organizations & vendors
Training demonstrations & enrichment activities
Giveaways, raffles & fun surprises

Free Entry:
Bring a donation of dog or cat food for The Central Missouri Pet Pantry and receive a FREE tote bag filled with goodies! Let’s work together to fill the shelves and support pets in need.

Date: May 25, 2025
Time: 10AM – 2PM

Location: UMDR Training Center, 4107 White Tiger Ln, Columbia, MO 65202

Mark your calendar and bring your furry friend along for a day of learning, giving, and tail-wagging fun!

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Sponsor: Serendipity Salon & Gallery

Stop by to pick up your produce, art, prepared food, and health & wellness items. Get a chair massage. Listen to some great music. Eat, drink,and shop. Enjoy your North Village Arts District community. Vendors will be inside Serendipity and outside on the Serendipity patio

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Sponsor: Club 90’s

Price

$15-$35

Event Location

The Blue Note

Event Date

Saturday, May 24

Event Times

Doors Open 8:30 pm

Event Starts 9:00 pm

18+

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Sponsor: Soul Sessions CoMo

Soul Sessions CoMo LLC. is a multifaceted arts, entertainment and special events company that curates a live monthly music and arts showcase that is hosted by local creatives & the house band (The MO’ Soul Collective). They feature and showcase other local artists in the community as well abroad and invite them to perform live original and cover music/art.

A live art exhibit, spoken word performance, and a dance component are also encompassed in each showcase. They also provide vendor opportunities that create space for marginalized Independent Business Owners to sell their products and services to our patrons making for a culturally diverse experience. In addition to their monthly showcase, they collaborate and contract with local organizations, businesses or independent parties for special events.

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Sponsor: Nclusion Plus and Selfie Love

Get ready to press play on the biggest hits of the year! Join us for a fabulous evening as the sensational Bea Jay Enidae, your reigning Miss Gay City of Columbia USoA 2025, takes the stage to host a Spring Has Sprung Drag Show like no other! From chart-topping pop anthems to iconic songs, the queens are set to bring the music you’ve been streaming all year long to life.

🎤 What to Expect 🎤

Electrifying performances inspired by your spring faves

Stunning looks and jaw-dropping choreography

Interactive photo ops with our queens at the vibrant Arch & Column space

Whether you're all about pop divas, indie vibes, or hip-hop beats, this is your chance to celebrate the music of the past with the queens of Columbia. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music, glam, and glitter—right in the heart of the gay community!

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Sponsor: Marek Center for Dance

Dancing With Missouri Stars 2025: Columbia’s Ultimate Dance-Off!

Join over 500 guests for an unforgettable night of dazzling ballroom performances, spirited competition, and glamorous fun at Dancing With Missouri Stars 2025.

Event Highlights:

65 tables of General Admission seating

Spectacular ballroom performances from local celebrities

Red carpet entrance and chic atmosphere

Delectable hor d’oeuvres and drinks from Eclipse Catering

Fundraising support for Mareck Center for Dance’s mission

Event Background:

Celebrating its roots as the Missouri Contemporary Ballet, Mareck Center for Dance has been transforming lives through dance since 2006.

DWMS, a community tradition since 2007, pairs local celebrities with Mareck Dance for a spirited competition.

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Sponsor: Rose Music Hall

with Creekside Revival

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Sponsor: NClusion Plus and Hexagon Alley

Join us for an exciting evening at Hexagon Alley in Columbia, MO! This 18+ event promises a night filled with fabulous performances, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere.

What to Expect

Live performances by talented drag artists

A delicious dinner menu to enjoy during the show

A lively and inclusive atmosphere

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Sponsor: Nclusion Plus

ft. A'Keria Chanel Davenport, Louisiana Purchase, and The Widow Von'Du

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Sponsor: NClusion Plus and Selfie Love

Get ready to press play on the biggest hits of the year! Join us for a fabulous evening as the sensational Bea Jay Enidae, your reigning Miss Gay City of Columbia USoA 2025, takes the stage to host a Decades Rewind Drag Show like no other! From chart-topping pop anthems to iconic throwbacks, our queens are set to bring the music you’ve been streaming all year long to life.

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Sponsor: The Arcade District, Witches and Wizards Arcade and The Tokyo Club

Get ready for the ultimate celebration of all things cool, creative, unique, and nerdy! From amazing artists and vendors to live music and delicious food trucks, we’re bringing together the best of our community for a day of fun.

🔥 What to Expect:

🎶 Live Music

🛍️ Awesome Vendors

🍔 Delicious Food Trucks

🎭 Fun Activities & Some Surprises!

We’re making this year’s CoolFest bigger and better than ever— so don’t miss out! Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to mark your calendars.

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Sponsor: Sustain Mizzou

Join us and Elsa under stars as our friends from Frozen embark on an adventure away from the kingdom of Arendelle, and learn some things about respecting nature along the way.

Be sure to bring blankets and chairs... Movie snacks provided!

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Sponsor: Bass Pro. Columbia MO

The Missouri Prairie Foundation will hold a native plant sale on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the Bass Pro Shops Sportsman’s Center®, 3101 Bass Pro Drive, Columbia, MO 65202 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Native plants beautify landscapes and help support songbirds and other cherished wildlife. Buy native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, trees, vines, and sedges from Grow Native! professional members. Some vendors accept cash, check, or credit cards; some only cash or checks.
Vendors: Gaylena’s Garden, Missouri Wildflowers Nursery, Grindstone Wildflowers (SunRise Gardens), and Hawthorn Chapter MONPS
Shoppers can stroll through the sale and purchase plants from each vendor. Shoppers can also pre-order plants and have their orders ready for pick up at the event. The following vendors are accepting pre-orders. When placing your pre-orders, please include your phone number and note that the order is for the Columbia Bass Pro Shops Sportsman’s Center® on May 17:
Missouri Wildflowers Nursery- Order by calling 573-496-3492, by email at mowldflrs@socket.net, or via website. Orders must be placed no later than midnight on May 13. See http://mowildflowers.net for a plant list.
Some vendors accept cash, check, or credit cards; some only cash or checks. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own crates or boxes for transporting their purchased plants home. Volunteers will be available to load plants into vehicles for those needing assistance.

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Sponsor: Skylark Bookshop

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for our newest book club dedicated to Fantasy titles, THE ORDER OF BOOKS AND BANTER. We will gather to discuss a variety of fantasy sub genres, covering everything from high fantasy to romantasy to cozy fantasy. Our fantastic hosts will be choosing books with diverse characters, authors, and settings. We are excited to enter magical realms and explore new lands with you!

Our first book, which we’ll be discussing on Tuesday, March 11, is Grave Empire, by Richard Swan. We’ll meet in the shop at 6:30 p.m. Attendance is free, and there is no need to register ahead of time. We’d love to see you!

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Sponsor: Eclipse Catering Events

Treat the moms in your life to a heartwarming Mother’s Day Brunch - a perfect blend of delicious food, creativity, and community spirit! Join us for an unforgettable experience featuring a curated brunch menu with a mix of breakfast and lunch favorites, plus a few special surprises.

✨ What’s in Store? ✨

Mimosa Champagne Wall – Choose a glass from our elegant wall and have it filled with a variety of refreshing flavors. (Included with adult tickets.)

Wine Glass Decorating – Get creative and personalize a wine glass to take home!

Permanent Jewelry – A unique keepsake available for purchase.

Live Harpist – Enjoy the enchanting sounds of a live harpist as you dine.

Engraving Station - Bring an item to get engraved like hair clips, metal water bottles, wallets, luggage/bag tags, per fume bottles or select from our glass options (while supplies last)

Blooms & Wishes Flower Truck – Design a custom bouquet for Mom using our provided vases. (Separate purchase required.)

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Sponsor: The Blue Note

This Fall, The Fray will re-emerge with a US headline tour and their first collection of new music in a decade. The Fray Is Back, named after a joyful declaration shouted out by a fan at a recent live show, marks the start of a new chapter with vocalist/guitarist and primary songwriter Joe King taking over lead vocal duties alongside longtime guitarist Dave Welsh and drummer Ben Wysocki. When the Colorado-bred band first burst onto the scene in the early aughts, The Fray introduced the world to a profoundly life-affirming form of alt-rock: timeless but inventive, arena-sized in scope but firmly rooted in raw emotion. Over the coming years, their soul-searching songwriting and high-powered sound led to earning four Grammy Award nominations, scoring a multitude of Billboard top 10 hits, and amassing a passionately devoted worldwide fanbase. Their single “How To Save A Life” spent a staggering 58 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and became the “unofficial theme song” for Grey’s Anatomy. Rolling Stone praised their “stick-in-your-head hooks and eloquent narratives,” while the LA Times called their music “melodically rich.” The Fray’s debut album How To Save A Life (2005) is certified 4x platinum in the US and has been declared one of the best-selling digital debuts of all time.

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Sponsor: The Shops at Sharp End

Join Franky Karmen FT Steep & BLOOM Tea as we Celebrate the launch of Franky Karmen Vegan Cosmetics.

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Sponsor: The Missouri Symphony

This new spring pops concert will close our regular season and feature the works of Joe Hisaishi. Hisaishi is recognized as one of the greatest composers of his time. With genius filmmakers such as Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahashi from Studio Ghibli, the Japanese composer has explored all music genres to demonstrate the magnificence of his orchestral sensitivity. This concert will be a wonderful exploration of this genius of Japanese music, allowing the audience to experience the great pieces from the Studio Ghibli films.

Friday, May 9, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. | Missouri Theatre

Ticket Prices & Fees:

All concerts at the Missouri Theatre have three tiers of reserved seating.

Tier 1 Seating: $59, Tier 2 Seating: $49, Tier 3 Seating: $39 | Students & Children: $10

Processing & Facility Fees: The fees associated with ticket sales are a fixed $4 per ticket facility fee due to the University of Missouri for use of the Missouri Theatre, a $1 per ticket fee to our ticket sales platform, and a variable 3.2% credit card processing fee.

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Sponsor: Dream Tree Academy

SunSets is the evolution of Cozy Sessions—bringing live music, poetry, and community together for an unforgettable experience. Each month, we feature incredible artists, open the mic to poets, and create a space for creative expression.

This isn’t just an event—it’s also a fundraiser for Dream Tree Academy, helping students develop financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills.

Come for the good vibes, great energy, and amazing performances. Stay to support the next generation.

Hosted by KvreeM & Omni

Featured Artists & Dates:
• April 4 – Zeph France
• May 9 – Shoozdavictory, Art & Beats by Khia, Special Guest DJ Cvnetis
• June 13 – Sam.e & Willonwater (Milwaukee), Rodoo, and Wasabii (Biggest showcase of the series!)
• July 11 – Brian J
• August 8 – TBA
• September 12 – TBA

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
Location: Dream Tree Academy 573

Tickets: $5 at the Door

Poets, the open mic is yours—step up and share your words.

Join us in creating something special. Check the main post for updates, and don’t miss out!

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Sponsor: National Pan-Hellenic Council

Chapters will participate in a strolling exhibition and educate about their organizational histories. All students and guests are welcome!

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Sponsor: StuffToDo - Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB)

Let’s go to the Theater. SOMETHING ABOUT THE MOVIE. Join us for an awesome showing of The Goofy Movie

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Sponsor: Rose Music Hall

Event Description

Celebrate the music and legend of Nirvana and Kurt Cobain on 5/8/25

Make this show special by submitting a song request at smellslikenirvanatribute.com

Bag Policy

Bags (max size 12″ x 6″ x 12″) are allowed and will be searched upon entry. Exceptions will be made for necessary medical equipment and bags for nursing mothers. We encourage you to pack light with only the necessities to make the entry process as smooth as possible.

Cashless Policy

We are a cashless facility meaning that we are unable to accept cash as a form of payment.

• Our Box Office, Coat Check, and Venue Merch will only accept credit and debit.

• Our Bars will only accept credit, debit, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

Please note that artist merchandise sales are separate and may still accept cash.

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Sponsor: Queer Liberation Front

Come celebrate the end of another school year with Queer Liberation Front and other student orgs! We will have refreshments and a brief reception to honor upcoming graduates for the Spring 2025 semester. You can pick up a general lavender cord and/or specific student org cords at this event, or by contacting a student org leader. See you there!

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Sponsor: MU Poets

An open mic night put on by the MU Poets! Anyone is able to step up to the mic and perform poetry, stand-up, or music. Sign-ups start at 6:30, and the show starts at 7. No experience or fees required!

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Sponsor: Women’s Center

SNB is a national movement to reclaim historically devalued “women’s work” while having conversations with friends and new acquaintances and creating fabulous fashions! Join our Stitch ‘N Bitch crew from 4 to 6 p.m. every Wednesday in the Women’s Center lounge while classes are in session. If you don’t have the start-up tools, no worries! We have knitting needles and crochet hooks, yarn, and patterns.

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Sponsor: StuffToDo - Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB)

Destress for finals with us! Find us around campus to get a drink, snack, and relaxing toys as the semester comes to a close.

The University of Missouri strives for all CAPB events to be inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Campus Activities Programming Board (CAPB) at campusactivities@missouri.edu by April 29th, 2025.

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Sponsor: African Graduate and Professional Student Association

Presenters (faculty and graduate students) are chosen to highlight the intersection among multiple disciplinary perspectives. Once a month, two individuals present their research in a blitz format (15-20min) and then allow the audience to ask questions. The presentations are usually over the lunch hour (12-1pm).

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Sponsor: Mizzou Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization

Don’t miss the Spring Flea Market on May 7th, 2025, from 9 AM to 5 PM at Lowry Mall! With dozens of vendors—including many talented Mizzou student entrepreneurs—you’ll find vintage clothes, unique products, handmade goods, and so much more. Come support local creativity and shop the best of Mizzou.

This event is proudly organized by Mizzou CEO, a campus organization dedicated to supporting student entrepreneurs.

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