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Big Sounds. Big Flavor. Bright Skies

Pedaler’s Jamboree, comedy nights, and your favorite local places to hang out

Hey COMO! 👋 
This is your weekly guide to events and happenings around Columbia, Missouri for the week of May 20-25

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Today: 🌡️73 50° | ⛈️ | 38% 💧| 💨 WSW 17 mph

What’s happening?

  • It’s High School Graduation Weekend!

  • Let’s Dance with the stars

  • Comedy night laughs

COMO SNAPSHOT

Walk-in Hiring Event
Ready for a new opportunity? Meet 8–12 local employers looking to hire. Wednesday 1-4PM @ Daniel Boon Regional Library.

Family Fun Fest
Embrace the healing power of nature as well as our creative sides. Fun for the whole family! Wednesday 6-8PM @ Cosmo Park.

Wed 72 49 ☀️ | Thurs 67 47 🌤️ | Fri 69 55 ☁️
Sat 64 55 🌧️ | Sun 64 54 🌦️

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Weekend Lineup
🎉 Congrats to our high school graduates! 🥳

Thursday May 22nd

🚴‍♂️ Rhett’s Trailhead Dedication @ Cosmo Bike Park. Celebrate the spirit of adventure and community. 5-6:30PM.

💃🏻 Dancing with Missouri Stars 2025 @ Mizzou Rec Center. Making a lasting impact through the joy of dance. 5:45PM

🎤 Thursday Night Comedy @ Tokyo Club. Kick off the weekend with a dose of absurdity and stand-up charm. 7:30PM

Friday May 23rd

🎨 Messy Makers @ Lend & Learn Toy Lending Library. FREE fun, messy arts, & science play activities for children ages 0-5. 10AM-Noon.

🎓 Douglass HS Graduation | 10AM @ Missouri Theater

🎓 Battle HS Graduation | 7PM Mizzou Arena

🐐 G.O.A.T.E.D. | StL vs COMO @ The Blue Note. Who runs Missouri hip-hop? Come see St. Louis and Columbia battle it out on stage. 7PM doors open.

🤘 Inimical Drive @ Rose Music Hall. Hailing from StL, headlining a stacked local lineup of raw energy and face-melting sound. 7PM doors open.

Saturday May 24th

🥕 Savor The Flavors @ Columbia Farmers Market. Discover a diverse array of fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, honey, flowers, & more. 8AM-Noon.

🎓 Rock Bridge HS Graduation | 11AM Mizzou Arena

🎓 Hickman HS Graduation | 5PM Mizzou Arena

🎧 The Compass Remix Project @ Rose Music Hall. Experience the magic of collaboration and creativity as these local talents take the stage to share their passion for music. 6PM doors open.

🎬 Movie Night: Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory @ Lakeside Ashland. Bring a blanket and settle in under the stars for a nostalgic night by the lake. 8PM.

💿 2000s Night Dance Party @ The Blue Note. Dress the part, bring the energy, and relive the glory days. 8:30PM doors open.

😂 Saturday Night Comedy @ Tokyo Club. Come early, grab a drink, and stick around for late-night laughs. Comedy starts 8:30PM

Sunday May 25th

🪴 6th Annual Arboretum Plant Sale @ Stephens Lake Park. Find native plants, rare and hard-to-find varieties, pollinator-friendly options, and ornamental cultivars. 8AM Start

🐶 Pet Health Fair @ Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue. Bring a donation of dog or cat food for the The Central Missouri Pet Pantry and get a free tote bag of goodies! 10AM-2PM.

🎱 xTreme Bar Bingo @ Dive Bar. Cold drinks, and a shot at cash prizes. Free to play, fun to win. 2:30-5:30PM

🚴‍♂️ Pedaler’s Jamboree Afterparty @ Rose Park. The ride ends, but the party rolls on! 5PM Doors open.

Food & Drink Feature

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Making a Difference in COMO | Each month we highlight a local non-profit organization.

🌿 CMSE Giving Gardens: Nurturing Plants & Purpose

Since 2010, CMSE Giving Gardens has offered a vibrant selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, and native plants—all while providing meaningful employment for adults with disabilities. Every purchase supports their mission to cultivate both beautiful gardens and inclusive opportunities. Visit them this spring at 4040 S. Bearfield Rd or explore more at cmsegivinggardens.com.​

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