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Farm Equipment Auctions
The Sikeston-Miner area is home to some of the
nation’s largest farm equipment auctions and sales. These auctions draw farmers from around the
globe. Call 471-1060 for more information.
3rd Annual RV Show
We have over 50 trailers inside to look at and over 200 in stock. For more information,
call 472-4900 or go to www.rvamericallc.com.
Albritton-Mayer Center for the Arts
The Music Man
Sikeston’s Little Theater presents The Music Man.
Showtimes: Thur-Sat 7pm, Sun 2pm. For tickets or
more information call 471-7626 or leave message
at 481-0255.
Civil War Re-Enactment
Battle of Sikeston and
Battle of Sand Ridge
Experience history with a battle between North &
South in Downtown Sikeston on Saturday morning. Saturday afternoon’s battle takes place on the
146th anniversary of the actual battle. Battles on
Saturday and Sunday cover over 300 acres of open
land. Other activities include Saturday Evening
Dance and Ladies Tea. For more information
call Rick Justice at 471-2566 or e-mail justice_r@sbcglobal.net.
Kenny Rogers Children’s Center Telethon
Celebrate the work of the region’s premier child therapy center at this annual event, which features musical entertainment, a baseball card and collectibles show, silent auction, Telethon Idol Contest, and more. The event will be held at the Sikeston High School Field House. For more information, call 472-0397.
Easter Bunny Brunch & Easter Egg Hunt
Prizes and fun abound at the Easter Egg Hunt in
Malone Park. After the hunt, take a brunch break
and have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny at the band stand. Call Brandon Kuehn at 380-3801 or
visit www.downtownsikeston.org.
Rev’ em up Weekends
Race fans, enjoy the fun at our nearby race
tracks. Call today for a race schedule. SEMO Raceway: 471-4060 or www.semoraceway.com; Sikeston Race Park 620-6409 or www.sikestonracepark.com.
15th Annual Redneck BBQ
Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society,
this annual barbeque contest is a tasty treat for the whole family, featuring games, entertainment, and
delicious BBQ. Located at the Sikeston Jaycee Rodeo grounds, the event is sponsored by the Sikeston
Area Chamber of Commerce, 471-2498.
3rd Annual Sikeston in Bloom
Come to the American Legion Park for plant & flower
sales, arts & craft vendors, concessions, live music, children’s activities, pony
rides, cake walks, contests, and more! For more information call Brandon Kuehn at 380-3801 or
e-mail bkuehn@downtownsikeston.org.
Sikeston Depot Museum Farmers Market
There’s nothing better than fresh fruits, vegetables
and homemade goodies, every Saturday morning (weather permitting) from 8am-12pm at the
Sikeston Depot parking lot. Visit www.downtownsikeston.org.
Springfest
Late May or Early June
Come celebrate Spring with carnival
rides, games, and other festivities. You'll find the fun on East Malone next to Orscheln Farm & Home Supply. Call the Sikeston Chamber office 471-2498 for exact dates.
Youth Fishing Derby
Let the kids enjoy the great outdoors during the
City of Sikeston’s Annual Youth Fishing Derby
at the Sikeston Recreational Complex. Call
472-3775 for more information.
Memorial Day
In Remembrance-Memorial Day Service,
10:30am, Veterans Park. Sponsored by the
American Legion. In case of rain, services will be
held at the First Christian Church. Call 472-7525
for further information.
Fishing, Fireworks, Flags & Family Fun
July 4
Celebrate the birth of America in "The City of Flags". The Elks Youth Fishing Derby and a fantastic fireworks display at dusk in the Sikeston Recreation Complex are sure to be fun for the whole family.
Back to the 50's Ice Cream Social & Car Show
July 18
Dozens of beautiful vehicles from all eras will be on display at Malone Park for Downtown Sikeston's Car Show. As if these gleaming beauties weren't enough, there's free ice cream, too! For more information call Brandon Kuehn at 380-3801.
4th Annual Rodeo Run 5k
Athletes and enthusiasts alike are invited to enjoy a day of fun in the sun. The Sikeston Sports Complex provides a fast, flat, closed course. Medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age category. Registration begins at 6:30am. Races start at 7:30am and go until 9:30am. Proceeds will benefit the Sikeston Area Chamber of Commerce and the Justin Boots Cowboy Crisis Fund. Call Missy Marshall, 471-2498, for more info.
57th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo
August 5-8
One of the country's top five rodeo's! This world-class event has become legendary on the PRCA rodeo circuit, bringing in the best cowboys and cowgirls from across the nation to compete for over $100,000 in prize money! And, with todays top country stars performing nightly, the rodeo is a must-see for the entire family.
Wed. Aug. 5 - Darius Rucker
Thurs. Aug. 6 - Billy Currington
Fri. Aug. 7 - Montgomery Gentry
Sat. Aug. 8 - Luke Bryan
Slack nights on Monday and Tuesday will feature reduced admission but no scheduled entertainment.
To print a ticket application or see a more complete schedule, go to www.sikestonrodeo.com. You can also call 1-800-455-BULL.
Lunch with the Rodeo Clowns
The Historic Midtown Development Group hosts
this long-running event at the Cowboy Up!
Arts Festival in American Legion Park. For more
information call Brandon Kuehn at 380-3801 or e-mail bkuehn@downtownsikeston.org.
15th Annual Community
Cowboy Cook-off Contest
You’ll know you’re the “Cowboy
BBQ King” when you win this annual barbeque
contest held in conjunction with the Jaycee
Bootheel Rodeo and featuring games, entertainment,
and the best BBQ anywhere. You’ll have a
great time visiting with friends and family in the
Sikeston Complex from 10am ‘til 4pm. For more
information call Shad Old at 471-9353.
Cowboy Up! Arts Festival
The Sikeston Depot Museum hosts this festival in American Legion Park. Arts and crafts, concessions, Cowboy Poets, live music, pony rides, petting zoo, Depot robbery and cowboy shoot-out – it all happens in Downtown Sikeston at the end of rodeo week. For more information call Brandon Kuehn at 380-3801 or e-mail bkuehn@downtownsikeston.org.
5th Annual Jaycee Horsepower Festival Car Show
Come to Rotary Park and see top show cars in
multiple categories with individual class awards
and prizes. Registration 8-11am. For
more information contact Chris Deen at 472-3950.
Downtown Cotton Festival
Join Downtown Sikeston for fun, festivities and lots of southern hospitality. Food and craft vendors will be on hand as well as local nurseries with all your fall landscaping needs. Be sure to visit the Historical Depot Museum! For more information, visit www.dowtownsikeston.org.
American Legion Cotton Carnival
September 29 - October 3
It's a carnival that puts all others to shame! Local groups and organizations offer delicios burgers, chili, snacks, and treats so tasty you'll go back each night! Thrilling carnival rides and games of skill keep the excitement high as kids of all ages have fun with their friends and family. For more information, call 471-8164.
65th Annual American Legion Cotton Carnival Parade
October 3
One of Missouri's largest parades boasting the northernmost production of America's cotton crop! Come help celebrate "King Cotton" in royal style! For more information call 471-8164
Judgment House
The Miner Baptist Church presents a walk-through,
multi-act play depicting the choices we make here
on earth and their consequences. Admission is
free. Call 471-1331 for details.
Cotton Ramble Bike Ride
October 10
Hop on the trusty ten-speed tour Scott County's cotton fields. Two different courses will be available with different distances. The trail leaves from the Depot parking lot and travels as far north as Crowder and Vanduser. Call Jiggs Moore at 472-3775 for more information.
Jaycee Haunted Hayride
The rodeo grounds are transformed into a spook-tacular
treat for the whole family with a walk-through haunted house and a half mile hayride.
For more information contact
Chris Deen at 472-3950.
Family Fun Day
Join us at Malone Park for a spooky,
fun-filled day! This event includes a children's costume contest as well as a pet's constume contest. Food and craft vendors will have lots of treats. For more information, call Brandon Kuehn at 380-3801 or e-mail bkuehn@downtownsikeston.org.
15th Annual Bootheel Invitational
Youth Soccer Classic
Soccer fans from four states converge on Sikeston &
Miner to enjoy one of the area’s largest invitational
youth soccer tournaments. Call 471-3300.
Downtown Merchants’ Holiday
Open House
Delight in a luminary-filled Downtown Sikeston,
take a carriage ride and get a jump-start on your Christmas shopping with merchant sales. The
third annual Downtown Sikeston Christmas
ornament will be available for sale in select
stores. Call Brandon Keuhn at 380-3801 or visit www.downtownsikeston.org.
Veteran’s Day
This celebration of our nation’s freedom and the men and women who sacrificed to protect it is observed at 9:45am at the Sikeston High School Field House. Call 472-7525 for further information.
Sikeston’s Christmas Gift Weekend & Santa at the Band Stand
Bring your list, make sure you’ve been good, and get
your picture taken with Santa Claus at the Depot Museum on Friday night. While you wait, listen to Christmas
carolers and warm up with free hot chocolate & cookies. Be sure to shop downtown holiday specials all weekend. Call Brandon Keuhn at 380-3801 or visit www.downtownsikeston.org.
Christmas Home Tours
Sikeston Depot Museum Christmas Home Tour
features some of the most beautiful and historic
homes in the city. Contact Brandon Keuhn at 380-3801
or visit www.downtownsikeston.org.
SEMO Farm Toy Show
John Deere and farm fans will enjoy this special
show featuring a variety of toy and miniature farm implements and equipment. Call 628-3643 for
additional information.
Sikeston Depot Historical Museum Schedule of Events
34th Annual High School Student Art Show
March 3-29
Awards Reception March 15
Instruments of Life
March-May 30
Exhibit of 19th Century medical tools on loan from the St. Louis Science Center.
25th Annual Regional Juried Art Show
April 1-May 30
Awards Reception April 19
Native American Display
June-December
Exhibit on loan from the St. Louis Science Center
Cowboy Up! Arts Festival
August 7-8
Cory & Laura (Bartlett) Junica's "Personal Progression" Art Exhibit
Sept. 1-Oct. 31
Book Lecture (TBA)
October
Myra Baugher Gilliland's "Continuing the Vision" Arts Exhibit
Nov. 1-Dec. 31
4th Annual Mingo Wildlife refuge Photography Contest Winners Exhibition
November (Date TBA)
2009 Christmas Home Tour
Sunday Dec. 6
For more information on Depot
events call 481-9967 or go to www.sikestondepot.org.
AREA EVENTS
Easter Egg Hunt
Children ages 2-10 are invited to bring their baskets and
hunt for more than 1,000 candy-filled eggs at 1pm. The
Easter Egg Hunt will be held on the lawn of the Hunter-
Dawson State Historic Site, a beautiful antebellum home
located at 312 Dawson Road, New Madrid, Missouri. Prizes
will be awarded after the hunt. In case of rain, the hunt will be cancelled. Please call 748-5340
for more information.
41st Annual Dogwood-Azaela Festival
Charleston becomes a floral wonderland
as thousands of colorful dogwoods and
azaelas come into bloom. The festival
features a parade, arts & crafts, a petting
zoo, carriage rides, quilt show, Candlelight Walk, and more! Call 683-6509 for more information.
Cabela’s KingKat Tournament
Join the fun when locals and top catfish anglers from around the country come out for a one-day qualifying event on Cabela's KingKat Tournament Trail. Arts and crafts, food, live entertainment, youth art show & more. Fun for the whole family. Call 748-5300 or email chambernm@yahoo.com.
34th Annual Sweetcorn Festival
Enjoy the festivities in East Prairie where
you will experience the hospitality of a
small community while savoring fresh
sweet corn and events including a
parade and pageant. Call 649-5243.
Annual Main Street Party
East Prairie invites everyone to join in celebrating America
and Tour de Corn. All cyclists are also invited to attend this
community event. Call 649-5243 for more information.
8th Annual Tour de Corn Bicycle Ride
Join hundreds of cyclists in East Prairie
for a charity cycling ride featuring mid-America’s less-traveled rural highways
with broad vistas of bayous, cropland,
and the great outdoors. The event kicks
off at 7:30 a.m. Riders have a choice of
routes of 15, 30 and 60 miles. Register
online at www.tourdecorn.com or call
649-5243.
New Madrid City Wide Yard Sale
September 4-5
Sales all over the city with lots of great bargains to be found! Maps listing the sales can be emailed or picked up at P&G Quick Sack or Casey's. Call 748-5300.
New Madrid History & Hauntings Tour
October 16-17 and 23-24
Take part in a real paranormal investigation at various locations in New Madrid including the Dixie Theatre and the oldest hom ein New Madrid, visit a cemetery and more. $10 per person, must make reservations. Email chambernm@yahoo.com or call 748-5300 for more information.
Christmas Parade
Come to East Prairie for their annual Christmas Parade. Call 649-5243 for more information.
Country Christmas Festival
East Prairie celebrates Christmas in regal style! Lighted Parade begins at 5pm, followed by carriage rides, Victorian carolers, pictures with Santa, and more! Call 649-5243 for more information.
New Madrid Merchants Christmas Open House
This event will be held from 1-5pm on Main Street.
Call 748-5300 or email chambernm@yahoo.com.
Christmas Candlelight Tours
Enjoy an 1860’s Victorian
Christmas during candlelight
tours of the Hunter-Dawson
home (312 Dawson Road, New
Madrid, Missouri). The home will
be decorated with hundreds of
feet of fresh pine roping, three
Christmas trees, ribbons and
trimming. Staff will be in period
costume and will be on hand to answer questions. Refreshments
will be served. The home will be open from 10am - 4pm
and 6pm - 8:30 pm. This event is free and open to the
public.
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