Special Events
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SUNSET ON THE RIVERFRONT
Rennick Riverfront Park - Fourth Thursday, April - October Live music on the beautiful Missouri River. Great food & drink. Free admission. MUSIC AT THE MARKET Farmers’ Market, Downtown - Second Thursday, May - October Live music in the historic Washington Farmers’ Market. Great food and drink. Free admission. FARMERS’ MARKET Main Street - Saturdays 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., April - October The Washington Farmers’ Market offers something for everyone – local plants and produce, jams & jellies, and oh heavens, the baked goods. Crafters selling their handmade items have also found a home at the market, offering charming and unique items. FAKE PADDY'S DAY PUB CRAWL Downtown Washington - Saturday before St. Patrick's Day Get decked out in green and celebrate St. Patrick's Day a week early! Enjoy drink specials at your favorite local bars and restaurants. BBQ & BLUESFEST Downtown Washington - Fourth Friday, Saturday and Sunday in April Sanctioned BBQ competition. Sanctioned by the Kansas City Bar-B-Que Society. Live Blues Music & Food Court. People’s Choice Tasting on Saturday. ART FAIR & WINEFEST Farmers’ Market and Downtown Washington - Third weekend in May Sample wines at the only “All Missouri Wineries” tasting as you view the work of artists from many regions, all along the beautiful Missouri River. CAJUN FESTIVAL Farmers’ Market - Fourth Friday in June Sit back, relax, and enjoy authentic Cajun-style music and food! Admission is free. Food and drinks available for purchase. WASHINGTON BREWFEST Farmers’ Market Downtown - Second Saturday in September Sample microbrew beers at the “All Missouri Brewfest” tasting as you listen to live music, all along the beautiful Missouri River. |
WASHINGTON TOWN & COUNTRY FAIR PARADE
Streets of Washington - Sunday before the Fair Over 150 entries wind through the beautiful streets of Washington. WASHINGTON TOWN & COUNTRY FAIR Washington Fairgrounds - First Wednesday-Sunday in August The third largest fair in Missouri, featuring big name entertainers, motor sport events, home economics, fine arts, livestock exhibits, and a midway. Fun for all ages. One price for all entertainment. 
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FALL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & CRAFTS
Downtown Washington - Fourth weekend in September Shop the many arts and crafts booths, then sit back and enjoy a bite to eat while listening to live entertainment. Get in touch with your German Heritage. PUMPKIN PALOOZA Downtown Washington - Saturday before Halloween State sanctioned giant pumpkin weigh-in, pumpkin roll, seed spitting, trick-or-treating for youngsters. Family & individual costume contests. SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Downtown Washington - Saturday after Thanksgiving Kicks off the holiday shopping season. HOLIDAY PARADE OF LIGHTS Downtown Washington - Friday after Thanksgiving Highlight of the downtown Christmas season. SANTA ON THE AMTRAK Washington Train Depot - First Friday in December Join us at the Amtrak station to welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus as they ride the Amtrak train into Washington. OLDE FASHIONED CHRISTMAS Washington Farmers’ Market - Sunday after Thanksgiving Carolers, carriage rides, refreshments, and crafts. All free to the public. (3-5pm) CRAWLIN' AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE Downtown Washington- First Saturday in December Christmas-style Pub Crawl in Downtown Washington! Participating bars and restaurants have drink specials for attendees. SANTA AT THE MARKET & KID'S DOWNTOWN SHOPPING Farmers' Market - Second Saturday in December Santa & Mrs. Claus make an appearance at the Farmers' Market for pictures. Downtown merchants also set up for kids to shop for loved ones! DOWNTOWN WASHINGTON HOLIDAY TOUR Downtown Washington - Second Sunday in December The Downtown Washington Holiday Tour offers an exclusive sneak peek of historic homes and public spaces decorated for Christmas. |
