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03/02/2025

Drum roll please - North Missouri's largest fair! July 15th- 19th, pay one price and do it all! Great lineup for the week. Get your tickets and plans made to come to . Thanks to the NEMO Fair Board for all their hard work!

03/01/2025

🌷 Hello, March! 🌷

Spring is just around the corner, and is ready to welcome the season! ☀️ Take a stroll through , explore Thousand Hills State Park, or grab a coffee at one of our local cafés. Whether you're here for a visit or call Kirksville home, there’s always something to discover!

📍 What’s your favorite Kirksville spot to enjoy as the weather warms up? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

02/28/2025

Here are some events happening in this weekend:

Friday, February 28, Dave The Guitar Guy, 6:00 -9:00 pm at Venezia Italian Restaurant

16th Annual Community Engagement Conference hosted by SB40, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Kirksville R-III William Matthew Middle School, Saturday, March 1, 2025.

The 56th Upsilon Phi Jazz Festival will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025 in Baldwin Auditorium at Truman State University in . This year’s festival will feature Matt Wilson’s Good Trouble at 6:00 pm as part of the Kohlenberg Lyceum Series.

For more details and additional events Kirksville Tourism website - https://visitkirksville.com/

Check out our list of restaurants and let someone else do the cooking this weekend - https://visitkirksville.com/

02/27/2025

Next exhibits brought to you by the Kirksville Arts Association at the Sue Ross Arts Center, from March 3 - 28, 2025.

The Quilts of Kay Beach (Ellebracht Gallery) - Reception March 6 - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
& John Tinsman Art Exhibit (Gaber Gallery) - Reception March 27 - 5:30 - 6:30 pm

02/26/2025

Get this on your calendar and come out to Thousand Hills State Park in to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday April 26th from 10am-1pm!

Local organizations will have stations and activities set up around the beach parking lot and the paved trail. Come connect with the earth and nature through unique opportunities facilitated by community members! There will be activities and educational booths for all ages at this free event!

Missouri Department of Conservation will be providing fishing opportunities during this event and will provide fishing equipment and bait for use during the event.

02/25/2025

Truman State University Offers Public Ceramics Class

This spring, Truman State University in is offering an introductory ceramics course open to community members.

“Ceramics Handbuilding” begins Monday, March 17 with weekly class meetings from 6-8 p.m. Mondays. The eight-week course will conclude May 5. Cost of the class is $375, which includes instruction and materials. Participants will keep all the works they create.

As an introductory course, “Ceramics Handbuilding” will teach students proper use of ceramic tools, handbuilding techniques, basic glazing and surface decorating methods, and rudimentary knowledge of kiln firings.

More information about “Ceramics Handbuilding” can be found online at https://institute.truman.edu/. Registration is open to community members and Truman employees. This is a one-credit, pass/fail course. It is not available to degree-seeking Truman students.

Registration can be completed online at https://shale1.truman.edu:8443/ADMINssb/bzskspappl.p_pg1disp.

Because space is limited, spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration does not guarantee a spot in the class. There is no charge to register, and payment is not due until a spot in the class has been confirmed by the University. Once registrations are processed, an email will be sent with information on how to pay online. Payment in full is due by March 5. Any questions about the course can be directed to the Institute for Academic Outreach at (660) 785-5384 or [email protected].

02/22/2025

🍹✨ Celebrate National Margarita Day in ! ✨🍹

Shake up your day with a refreshing margarita at one of our local spots. Whether you like it frozen, on the rocks, or with a unique twist, there’s a perfect sip waiting for you. Tag your margarita crew and let’s raise a glass to Kirksville! 🥂🌮

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La Fuente Restaurant | La Pa Mexican Restaurant | Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant - Kirksville l The Fort - Restaurant & Campground

02/22/2025

Support your local downtown businesses and join for the Annual Spring Shop Hop - Saturday, March 29!

Stop by each participating business to get your Downtown Kirksville Passport stamped and experience what each unique business has to offer. Once your passport is stamped by at least 5 businesses, turn it in for an entry to win 1 of 2 $30 gift cards to the participating business of your choice.

To make it easy, passports can be picked up and returned to any of the participating businesses during the event.

Follow this event for more details - https://www.facebook.com/events/2126836411146536

02/20/2025

Do you have cabin fever? Here are some events happening in this weekend:

Truman Theatre Presents 'Medea'
Experience a classic Greek tragedy performed by Truman State University's theatre department. Shows are scheduled for February 20 - 23.

Girl Scout Cookies and Wine Pairing
Indulge in a delightful pairing event on February 21 Sip Downtown, 122 W. Harrison St., combining your favorite cookies with local wines. Girl Scouts from Troop 9178 will be have a booth with cookies available for purchase from 6-8pm.

Special Olympics Polar Plunge Kirksville
Join the chilly challenge to support a good cause at Thousand Hills State Park on February 22.

NEMO Bridal Expo
Planning a wedding? Don't miss the Northeast Missouri Bridal Expo on February 23, featuring various vendors to help you prepare for your special day.

For more details and additional events Kirksville Tourism website - https://visitkirksville.com/

Tired of cooking and ready to have someone wait on you? Check out our list of restaurants and let someone else do the cooking - https://visitkirksville.com/

02/20/2025

Small Town Race - Big Time Benefits = TriFAHL.

This event is one of the area's only triathlons and it's happening Saturday, May 3 in .

This is a short distance triathlon for men and women of all athletic abilities that provides the opportunity to"Tri for a Healthy Life" in a low-key and supportive environment. First-timers and experienced racers are all welcome! You can race as an individual or a team.

Register BY April 6th-$45 (will receive shirt at race). Register AFTER April 6th-$55 (shirt will not be available on race day and will have to be picked up from Warehouse 660 at a later date). REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 28th.
https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Kirksville/TriFAHLTriForAHealthyLife

Book your hotel and come to Kirksville - https://visitkirksville.com/t/where-to-stay

02/19/2025

Anthony Ray Hinton will be at Truman at 6 p.m. March 26 as part of the University’s Holman Family Distinguished Speaker Series. Truman is sponsoring a free community-wide book club in preparation for an on-campus presentation by the author in March.

Learn more or sign up at https://loom.ly/QI2ry1c

02/18/2025

Learn about the importance of Proposition B during our Grounds for Discussion Tomorrow morning. We'll have the coffee waiting for you!

02/17/2025

02/15/2025

Thousand Hills State Park Lakeside Grille, Cabins, & Marina is open again for the season. Take advantage of their Early Bird Discount and join them for a delicious dinner with a great view.

02/14/2025

"Happy Valentine’s Day from Kirksville Tourism! 💕 Celebrate with some flowers, a great meal or catch a movie. However you spend the day, enjoy it right here in !

02/14/2025

The 56th Upsilon Phi Jazz Festival will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025 in Baldwin Auditorium at Truman State University in . This year’s festival will feature Matt Wilson’s Good Trouble.

A New York-based drummer, Wilson combines buoyant zeal, idiosyncratic style, infectious humor, joyous swing and an indomitable spirit of surprise, making him one of the most in-demand players and educators in jazz today. He has appeared on more than 500 albums and has released 20 acclaimed recordings as a leader. He was named 2018 Musician of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association, and his album “Honey and Salt” won 2018 Album of the Year.

02/13/2025

🌞✨ I know it's COLD outside but Spring is on the way! In just under a month, we’ll be turning our clocks forward—can you believe it? ⏰ Longer days mean more time to explore all that has to offer! From scenic trails to local dining, make the most of the season and come explore. 🌿🏡

Like, share, and let us know what you’re looking forward to doing this spring in Kirksville!

Check out our calendar of events at https://visitkirksville.com/t/upcoming-events

02/12/2025

The Children’s Literature Festival will return to the Truman State University campus in on March 28, 2025.

The event will feature 11 authors to share their books with fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade students in the northeast Missouri region.

Students will participate in 30-minute sessions with the guest authors. All schools or individuals attending must be pre-registered. Registration can be completed online at https://childrensliteraturefestival.truman.edu/. The deadline for schools to register is Feb. 14.

In addition to the traditional literature festival activities, the Truman Theatre Department will perform a free live theatre production of “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” at 9:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. This energetic, retro r***e makes learning fun and unforgettable and brings the Emmy-winning 1970s cartoon series to the stage.

All the authors will be signing books from 3-4 p.m. in the Student Union Building Conference Room. There is no cost to attend the book signing, and it is open to the public.

At 6 p.m. there will be banquet in the Student Union Building Georgian Rooms. Attendees can choose to sit at the table with any of the authors. Cost for the banquet is $20, and seating is determined on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline for banquet registration is March 26.