FORD ENTHUSIAST NATIONALS & SHELBYFEST
Cruise into JCMO for the annual Ford Enthusiast Nationals & Shelbyfest! This unique car show brings Mustang and Ford enthusiasts from all over the US. Friday evening, head to the All Makes & Models Charity Cruise, featuring food trucks, tons of cars, and live music from Better Than Bad. Saturday's Show-and-Shine is like no other in the streets of downtown JCMO. The show opens bright and early at 8:30 a.m.
When: May 2-3
Where: Downtown Jefferson City
PORCHFEST JCMO
Join for some afternoon fun, music, and art. The porches will be filled with music and art while the street is full of activities, food, and just plain fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chair, sunscreen, and tip money for your favorite artists!
When: May ,4 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: Fairmount Blvd
WARRANT AT THE CAPITAL REGION AMPHITHEATER
WARRANT is an American rock band through and through. Hitting it big in 1989, the Hollywood, CA-based band rose through the local Sunset Strip scene ranks to the level of multi-platinum selling, chart-topping success. The band first came into the national spotlight with their debut album Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich.
When: May 9, 7:30 PM
Where: Capital Region Amphitheater
MOTHERS DAY TEA
Break out your white gloves and fancy hats for an old-fashioned tea party to celebrate Missouri's Mothers! Enjoy sipping specialty teas and snacking on tea party-themed foods while listening to historic site staff speak on the history of Mother's Day and life as a Missouri mother in years gone by
When: May 10, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where: Jefferson Landing State Historic Site
SIP & SHOP
Downtown Jefferson City, Inc. is excited to host another Sip & Shop event, pairing Missouri-based wineries, brewers, and distilleries with downtown retailers, restaurants, and service businesses for a fun day of shopping and beverage sampling!
When: May 10, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where: Downtown Jefferson City
STARS UNDER THE STARS
Enjoy your favorite movies on a giant inflatable screen under the stars. Bring your family to the South Capitol Lawn with lawn chairs, snacks, and blankets to enjoy family-friendly movies. May’s feature will be Cars. Movie starts at dusk.
When: May 23, 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Capitol Lawn
FOR THE PEOPLE POW WOW
Pow Wows are the Indigenous people's way of meeting together, joining in dancing, singing, visiting, renewing old friendships, and making new ones. Events such as these are meant to renew and preserve the rich heritage and culture of the Indigenous people.
When: May 23-24, 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Jaycee Fairgrounds Jefferson City
PAM TILLIS AND LORRIE MORGAN AT THE CAPITAL REGION AMPHITHEATER
Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan are currently delighting old and new fans across North America on their highly successful Grits and Glamour Tour. These two women are comfortable in their high heels, from the road to the red carpet, on center stage in the theater, or under the spotlight in a honkytonk. Veteran recording artists and performers grace the country format with style, flair, and undeniable talent that is captivating and timeless.
When: May 29, 7:30 PM
Where: Capital Region Amphitheater
KIDSFEST
Event features include entertainment, games, education, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages. There will be various concession opportunities and vendors with items for sale. Kidsfest will now feature the Little Mr. and Miss Independence! Missouri boys and girls ages 4-6 can don their patriotic attire for a chance to be crowned as ambassadors for the 2025 Salute to America and JCMO Bicentennial celebrations.
When: May 31, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where: Ellis-Porter Riverside Park
CAPITOL CRUISE-IN
Bring all your classic and new vehicles to Cruise-In JCMO.
When: May 31, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Downtown Jefferson City
