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This is your weekly guide to events and happenings around Columbia, Missouri for the week of Nov 25 - Dec 1

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Candy Cane Crib Lighting @ Logboat | Wednesday 4–10PM
Back for its 9th year, the Candy Cane Crib lights up Logboat with over 14 miles of holiday lights across the building and campus. Enjoy the official lighting around 6PM, live music, a holiday sweater release, and Martin House Pizza on-site

Wed 41 ₂₄ ☀️ | Thurs 40 ₂₄ ☀️ | Fri 40 ₃₃ 🌥️
Sat 39 ₂₇ 🌧️ | Sun 38 ₂₅ 🌨️

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Wednesday Nov 26th

Thanksgiving Pregame Party @ The 50 Yard Line Sports Bar | 9PM-1AM
Jonny Fuzion spinning the throwbacks, pop, hip-hop, & house all night! Hosted by NicDanger

Thursday Nov 27th

🧡🍂 HAPPY THANKSGIVING COLUMBIA! 🦃 🍁

Hey COMO readers, thanks for being part of this, I truly appreciate you!

Friday Nov 28th

Black Friday Campfire and Hikes @ Rock Bridge State Park | 2-4PM
Free guided hikes (departing at 2:15 & 2:30), + kids’ educational activities, a cozy campfire, and s’mores—open to all and perfect for a post-Thanksgiving reset

David Wax Museum + The Onions @ Rose Music Hall | 6PM doors
Folk-pop with a foot in tradition and a flair for the unexpected—David Wax Museum fuses Americana and Mexican son jarocho into vibrant, genre-blending anthems. Local favorites The Onions kick things off with raw roots energy.

Dope Ass Sneakers @ The Blue Note | 7PM doors
High-octane energy, fresh beats, and fearless style—this KC collective fuses hip-hop, funk, and punk into an unapologetically original live show.

Saturday Nov 29th

Horse Drawn Carriage Rides @ The District | 4-7PM
Take a charming ride through downtown in a classic horse-drawn carriage—perfect for a cozy date night, festive family outing, or just soaking in the season.

Grinch Photo Night @ Brookthorn Court | 6-7PM
Celebrate opening night! Bring a new toy or donation for a photo. Every dollar goes directly to the Columbia Foster & Adoption Project, helping supply much-needed items for kids in foster and adoptive families.

The Last Waltz Anniversary Celebration @ The Blue Note | 7PM doors
A live recreation of The Band’s legendary 1976 farewell concert—featuring epic guest appearances and classic hits, just as captured in Scorsese’s iconic concert film. Turn it up.

Monsterya & Mad Existence @ Rose Music Hall | 7PM doors
A high-energy night of rock to benefit Ruby Garnett, daughter of Ghost Goddess drummer Cody Lee Garnett, as she faces her second battle with cancer. Raffles and all proceeds go to support the Garnett family and St. Jude’s. Come rock for Ruby!

Sunday Nov 30th

Santa Pet Photos @ Lizzi & Rocco’s | 2–5PM
St. Nick is flying in for one jolly afternoon to help raise funds for Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue. $20 photos with Santa—all proceeds support adoptable pups in need.

🎤🎶 COMING UP…

• Dec 3rd | Jim Brickman Live | Missouri Theatre

• Dec 4th | David Nail | The Blue Note

• Dec 5th | The Prophecy Show: Trans-Siberian Experience | Jesse Auditorium

• Dec 5th | 5th Annual Christmas | Pierpont General Store