It's Spooky Season...

From trick-or-treating to stage performances, check out what's going on this week in Columbia!

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This is your weekly guide to events and happenings around Columbia, Missouri for the week of Oct 21-27

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Today: 🌡️64 39° | ☀️ | 1% 💧| 💨 WNW 21 mph

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Stephen Day | Gold Mine Tour | TONIGHT
Soulful singer-songwriter blending smooth vocals, retro grooves, and heartfelt storytelling in a timeless pop sound.

The Woman in Black by Stephen Mallatratt | Thur-Sun
A spine-chilling stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s gothic ghost story. Talking Horse Productions

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Weekend Lineup

Wednesday Oct 22nd

Breakfast Pop Up @ City of Refuge. Come grab the most important meal of the day from Rye Berry Patch Bakery! 7:30-10:30AM

Thursday Oct 23rd

Holiday Showcase @ Hy-Vee Nifong. Enjoy samples of festive bites and seasonal sips while discovering new ideas for holiday meals and gifting! 4-7PM

Tanner Usrey | Bad Love Tour @ The Blue Note. Singer-songwriter blending Southern rock, country, and Americana with gritty vocals and heartfelt storytelling. 7PM doors

Lakeview | Blue Collar Country Tour @ Rose Music Hall. Nashville duo fusing modern country with rock and pop influences. 7PM doors

Wed 66 39 ☀️ | Thurs 66 47 ☀️ | Fri 57 52 🌦️
Sat 65 55 🌦️ | Sun 67 55

In partnership with Barefoot Natural Lawns

Friday Oct 24th

Spooky Tours @ Museum of Art & Archaeology. Costumes are encouraged but not required. This event is free and open to the community of all ages! 4PM

Halloweenie @ The District. Annual family-friendly trick or treat event. 4-6PM

Comedy Night @ The Tokyo Club. Laughs, drinks, and games all in one place. 5PM doors

BYOBrush @ Cody Finley Tattooer. Enjoy drinks, live painting (indoors & out), and a chance to connect with local artists and shop original art. 6PM

Barnwarming Bingo @ The Eagles Club. Bingo night, raffle + silent auction. 10 games, 10 chances to win! Benefitting Boone County Animal Care. 7-10PM

Destin Conrad | Love On Digital Tour @ The Blue Note. Rising R&B artist known for smooth vocals, sultry vibes, and emotionally rich tracks blending modern soul with alternative flair. 7PM doors

Arkansauce @ Rose Park. High-energy newgrass band blending bluegrass, funk, folk, and rock into foot-stomping originals and electrifying live jams. 7PM doors

Saturday Oct 25th

Halloween Party @ Four Oaks Farm. Costumes encouraged! $10 entry includes trick-or-treating, live music, pumpkin painting, slides, maze, farm animals & more. 10AM-6PM

Halloween ComicsFest @ Distant Planet Comics and Collectibles. Free comics, candy, spooky sales, and a family-friendly costume contest with prizes for all ages. 11AM-4PM

Trick or Treat @ Hy-Vee W Broadway. Enjoy treats, activities, and spooky fun for the whole family. Costumes are encouraged! 10AM-1PM

Pumpkin Painting Extravaganza @ CDJR of Columbia. Perfect time to test out the costume! Face painting, balloon artist, and pumpkin painting! 11AM-3PM

4th Annual Halloween Party @ Powerhouse CDC. Lots of scares and good times! Haunted house + face painting + Games & prizes + more! 4-7PM

Diventures Travel Night @ Diventures in Columbia. Attention divers: Join fellow underwater adventurers and discover your next dive destination. 6PM

Kam Goes to College @ The Blue Note. High-energy comedy—blending stand-up, storytelling, and campus-life chaos in one unforgettable show. Presented by CoMo Comedy Club. 6PM doors

Sunday Oct 26th

The Hunter’s Guild Harvest: A Tribute To K-Pop Demon Hunters @ Rose Park. High-energy pop hits with just the right amount of drama. Playful, adventurous, and totally unique. 2PM doors

Pokeween 2025 @ Columbia Pokémon League. Come in costume, get free cards, trade, play, and learn the game with help from Pokémon Professors. All ages welcome! 2PM

Monday Oct 27th

Open mic night @ Cafe Berlin. Community Showcase is COMO's premier open mic night! Free always. All mediums welcome! 5-10PM

Creepy Crafts @ DBRL. Teens and adults: Bring your best fiends and join us to create your own spooky creations! Snacks provided. 6-7PM

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October Spotlight | The Spay Neuter Project

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