Laughs, Line Dancing & Late Nights

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This is your weekly guide to events and happenings around Columbia, Missouri for the week of Feb 17-23

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TONIGHT

The Diddy Wah Daddies @ Jazz Louisiana Kitchen | 5pm
It’s Mardi Gras, baby! Celebrate with high-energy blues, swing, and New Orleans-style grooves guaranteed to get the good times rolling.

Fat Tuesday Comedy @ The Tokyo Club | 7pm
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with live stand-up featuring Ladymoejoe and Travion Lamont. Big laughs, high energy, and a perfect excuse to grab a drink and enjoy the night.

SmartyPants Trivia @ Old Plank Tavern | 7–9pm
Old Plank Tavern and Kickin’ Entertainment host weekly trivia starting February 3. Sign up at the tavern each Tuesday and bring your smartest crew.

🎭 🎉 Happy Mardi Gras 💜 💛 💚

Wed 71 ₄₆ 🌞 | Thurs 71 ₂₆ 🌤️ | Fri 45 ₂₇ 🌥️
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Wednesday Feb 18th

Tyler Halverson @ Rose Music Hall | 7pm doors
Red dirt country with raw storytelling and rugged charm, blending small-town grit with high-energy, crowd-ready hooks.

Thursday Feb 19th

Loyd Warden’s A-Frame Jazz Jam @ Cafe Berlin | 6pm doors
An open jazz jam night hosted by Loyd Warden. Bring your instrument or settle in for an evening of improvisation, collaboration, and classic jazz vibes.

The Holocaust in the Heartland @ DBRL | 6:30–7:30pm
Helen Turner of the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum explores the museum’s reopening and the broader legacy of Holocaust remembrance.

Author Discussion: James Owen @ Skylark Bookshop | 6:30–8pm
James Owen discusses his debut true crime book, The Wicked Among Us, in what promises to be a riveting and fascinating evening for crime fans.

Symphonic Band & University Concert Band @ Missouri Theatre | 7pm
An evening of dynamic wind ensemble music featuring the Symphonic Band and University Concert Band, showcasing powerful repertoire and student artistry.

Friday Feb 20th

Creed Fisher @ The Blue Note | 7pm doors
Outlaw country with grit and heart, delivering blue-collar anthems, southern rock edge, and a high-energy live show built for country fans.

Cal in Red @ Rose Music Hall | 7pm doors
Indie-pop with dreamy hooks and danceable grooves, blending catchy melodies and polished production into a feel-good live show.

Mint Jelly Trio @ Dive Bar | 8–11pm
Mint Jelly Trio returns for a no-cover night of live music. It’s prime rib night, and the Big Tree Duo kicks things off at 5pm—come early and stay late.

Saturday Feb 21st

Free Heart Health Screening @ The ARC | 7–10am
Join MU Health Care for free heart screenings including AFib, blood pressure, and BMI, plus CPR demos, cooking tips, and expert Q&A. Take a proactive step for your heart.

Founders Day Celebration @ Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux | 2:30pm
Join the Boone County Mizzou Alumni Association to cheer on Mizzou Men’s Basketball. Enjoy drink specials and great Tiger camaraderie.

Whole Lotta Love: Salute to Led Zeppelin @ The Blue Note | 7pm doors
A high-voltage tribute to Led Zeppelin featuring iconic riffs, powerhouse vocals, and the timeless rock anthems that defined a generation.

Penelope Road @ Rose Music Hall | 7pm doors
Genre-blending indie rock with soulful vocals, rich harmonies, and groove-driven energy that builds into an immersive live experience.

Nate Bargatze – Big Dumb Eyes Tour @ Mizzou Arena | 7pm
Clean, sharp, and wildly relatable stand-up from one of comedy’s biggest names. Expect big laughs and laid-back storytelling on the Big Dumb Eyes Tour.

Sunday Feb 22nd

University Symphony Orchestra @ Missouri Theatre | 3pm
Featuring guest conductor Ellie Chang, the program includes Holst’s St. Paul’s Suite, Montgomery’s Shift, Change, Turn, and Dvořák’s Seven Short Pieces in an inspiring afternoon of orchestral music.

Trivia Night @ Six-Mile Ordinary | 5–8pm
Put your knowledge to the test with a fun, relaxed evening of trivia. Bring a team or fly solo, grab a cocktail, and enjoy some friendly competition.

Monday Feb 23rd

Line Dancing Lessons @ The Edgy Cowgirl | 5:30–7:30pm
A high-energy evening of line dancing, music, and movement designed for confidence and connection—plus exclusive shopping and plenty of fun.

Artist Reception: “No Greater Love” @ CFC | 5–6:30pm
Join the cfGallery reception featuring Jennifer and Philip Bryant’s multimedia exhibit exploring brotherhood, sacrifice, and the emotional bonds of Civil War soldiers.

🎤🎶 COMING UP…

• March 12th | Public Flavors Tour | Downtown Columbia

• April 21st | Aly & AJ | Central Bank Downtown Live!

• June 23rd | The Dead South | Central Bank Downtown Live!