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Calendar of
Events
for St. Charles County, Missouri
We regularly update this calendar to
provide you with up to date information on a variety of events that take place
in St. Charles County, Missouri. Changes are made when we
gather more information or when we learn of an event. If you know of an event
that you would like to see posted contact the webmaster.
We hope you enjoy the events you choose to attend.
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O’FALLON FARMERS’
& ARTISTS’ MARKET
O'Fallon, MO |
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April 17 - October 16, 2010
Every Saturday: 7 am - 12 pm
In
the lot by River City Rascals Ballpark, 900 T.R. Hughes Blvd.
Customers can shop for locally-grown produce, plants and flowers,
herbs, honey, and hand-made baked goods, gourmet items, jams and
jellies, original art, hand-made crafts and more. The market also
features a variety of events and special guests throughout the
season, plus live music, free yoga classes at 9 a.m. on Saturdays,
cooking demonstrations and more.
Free
For more information call
636-293-1256
or visit
www.ofallonfarmersmarket.com |
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HARVEST FESTIVAL
Augusta, MO |
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September 17 - September 18, 2010
The town's annual Harvest Festival features a
picnic and concert Friday night in the vineyards. On Saturday many of the
businesses in Augusta are holding "open houses" throughout the
day with special discounts, guest experts making presentations,
and wine tastings.
Free except for the Picnic/Concert
For more information call 636-228-4005
or visit the
augusta-chamber.org
website |
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PIONEER DAYS
Defiance, MO |
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September 18 - September 19, 2010
9 am - 5 pm
Daniel Boone Home,
1868 Highway F
A pre-1840s Folkways Festival and Encampment.
Daniel Boone Home and Boonesfield Village come to life for a
fall festival. Artisans, music, historic encampment, a black
powder shoot and good food make this a glorious day in the
beautiful Femme Osage Valley. Step into the past to experience
life on the early Missouri frontier and learn about the Boone
legacy.
Admission
For more information call 636-798-2005 |
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FALL
FESTIVAL
& CRAFT BAZAAR
O’Fallon, MO |
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October 8 - October 9, 2010
Friday: 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 4 pm
Civic Park, Civic Park Drive
Live
music, free kids’ activities, and booths brimming with house and
garden specialties, fall decorations, holiday gifts, art,
crafts, jewelry, flowers and plenty of festival food. A Street
Dance will be held from 7 pm – 10 pm on Friday night.
Admission and parking are free; a nominal fee may be charged for
some activities
For more information call
636-379-5614 |
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RIDE
THE RIVERS
CENTURY BICYCLE RIDE
St. Charles, MO |
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Sunday, October 10, 2010
Registration:
6:30
– 7:30 am
Ameristar Casino St. Charles
Pre-registration is recommended for this Century Ride that
includes flat to rolling hills with some big hills. This ride
features some of the areas “greatest hits” – our majestic Great
Rivers, two major universities, three parks, two ferry
crossings, historic Route 66, five trails and the Gateway Arch.
Return to Trailhead Brewery for brews and food.
Fees: $45 pre-registration
by October 1 at
trailnet.org, $55 day of the race
For more information call 314-416-9930 |
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CAMPFIRE STORYTELLING
FESTIVAL
Defiance, MO |
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Saturday, October 23, 2010
5:30 pm - 10 pm
Daniel Boone Home,
1868 Highway F
Come to Boonesfield Village for "Halloween:
Ghosts of the Past," an evening of good old-fashioned fun. The
flicker of candles and campfires highlight tours, music and
tales designed to enchant. Marshmallows and cider will sweeten
up the evening.
Admission
For more information call 636-798-2005 |
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MEMORY WALK
St. Peters, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
Registration 8 am, Walk 9 am
Laurel Park
Memory Walk is the Alzheimer’s Association’s
signature event to help those battling Alzheimer’s disease.
Memory Walk proceeds support programs, services and research.
For more information call 314-801-0440 |
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OAK LEAF ARTIST GUILD
FALL ART SHOW
St. Peters, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 9 pm
Friday: 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
St.
Peters Community and Arts Center, 1035 St. Peters Howell Road
The
Oak Leaf Artist Guild holds its 2008 Fall Art Show with are
professional and amateur area artists displaying up to three of
their original works in all mediums. Prizes will be awarded in
various categories. The show is open to amateur and professional
artists. All artists will be judged by category only.
Free to the public, entry fee for artists
For more information call
636-240-1159
or visit the
Oak Leaf artist guild website |
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CHRISTMAS WALK
Augusta, MO |
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December 3 & December 10, 2010
5 pm - 10 pm
Over
1,500 luminaries light your way through historic Augusta the
first two Friday evenings of December. This annual event has
more than a 25 year history and has become a tradition for the
Augusta community to host.
A complimentary Trolley Shuttle will take you through
town to visit the many shops and antique stores, wineries and
brewery, restaurants and food stands. There is Christmas
caroling and a giant Christmas tree at a local church. Enjoy the
challenge of gathering items from all the shops in the Holiday
Scavenger Hunt and turn your answers in at the History Museum
and register for prizes from local merchants. The town square
features a horse drawn carriage ride around the heart of town, a
toasty bon fire with Chestnuts roasting and marshmallows
toasting, and Santa Claus..
Free
For more information call 636-228-4005
or visit the
augusta-chamber.org website |
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CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS
O'Fallon, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2010
Sundays & Tuesday-Thursday: 6:30 pm – 9 pm
Friday and Saturday from: 6:30 pm – 10 pm
Fort
Zumwalt Park (Interstate 70 to the Bryan Road exit)
A
tradition since 1991 the City of O'Fallon presents a
drive-through dazzling holiday one mile display of over one
million lights depicting holiday scenes. Each scene is designed
and funded by local organizations, churches and businesses.
Cars
$9, Vans $15, Buses $1 person Drive through; enjoy our
walk-through night on December 8 or a Train Ride on Mondays by
reservation (no vehicles).
For more information call 636-379-5614 |
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ANNUAL
CANDLELIGHT TOURS
Defiance, MO |
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December 3 - December 4, 2010
December 10 - December 11, 2010
Daniel Boone Home,
1868 Highway F
Usher in the holiday season with a visit to the
Boone Home & Boonesfield Village. Each building is decorated
in 19th century fashion and illuminated by thousands of candles,
bonfires and starlight. Period music will echo through the valley
offering a simpler, more delightful holiday experience.
Admission
For more information call 636-798-2005 |
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CHRISTMAS WALK
Augusta, MO |
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Friday, December 3, 2010
Friday, December 103, 2010
5 pm - 10 pm
Luminaries line the streets as you stroll through
historic Augusta. The walk showcases shops, wineries, churches, and
the brewery. Enjoy roasted chestnuts, a bonfire, music, the decor
of the season and the spirit of Christmas.
Free
For more information call 636-228-4005
or visit the
augusta-chamber.org website |
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OAK LEAF ARTIST
GUILD
HOLIDAY ART SHOW
St. Peters, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2010
Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 9 pm
Friday: 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday:
9 am - 4 pm
Saturday: Closed
St. Peters Community and Arts Center, 1035 St. Peters Howell
Road
The
Oak Leaf Artist Guild is holding its 2009 Holiday Art Show “People
and Places at Christmas”. This exhibit displays the beautiful artworks of watercolor, oil, acrylic,
drawing, collage, and photography of the Guild’s members.
Free
For more information call
636-240-1159 |
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OAK LEAF ARTIST GUILD
JURIED ART SHOW
O'Fallon, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2011
Monday - Thursday:
5:15 am - 10 pm
Friday: 5:15 am - 9 pm
Saturday:
7 am - 7 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle
The
Oak Leaf Artist Guild is holding Treasures of Oak Leaf IX Art
Show. This annual juried exhibit at the Cultural Arts Center Gallery
will display the beautiful artworks of watercolor, oil, acrylic,
drawing, collage, and photography of the Guild’s members.
Free
For more information call
636-614-4288
or 636-346-2127 |
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DOG
PRAIRIE BICYCLE RIDE
St. Charles County, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
Registration 8:30 am - 10 am
Holt High School, 600 Campus Drive, Wentzville
Enjoy quiet country roads to St. Paul and a refreshment stop at
the Dog Prairie Tavern. Cyclists have been riding here for years
for the “down home” atmosphere.
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 |
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FUND RAISER FOR
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
St. Peters, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
Registration at 11 am
Walk starts at 12 pm
Laurel Park, 181 Driftwood Lane
Join other walkers in this signature fundraising event of the National Multiple Sclerosis
Society. There will be food and music and volunteer opportunities are
available. Lace up and step out to find a cure for MS.
For
more information call 314-781-9020
or visit www.gatewaymswalk.org
for more information. |
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AUGUSTA PLEIN AIR
ART EVENT
Augusta, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
Selected location throughout the area
The Greater Augusta Chamber of Commerce hosts the
Augusta Plein Air Event that has become one of the largest plein
air events in the Midwest. In previous years over 100 artists from
6 states participated in this 10-day event. For the artists
there will be a contest with prizes and an opportunity to sell
their art. For the public this is an opportunity to chat with the
artists and watch them work during a variety of special events.
There will be an art sale and auction on Saturday, May 1st.
Registration fee for the
artists
Free to the public
For more information call
636-228-4005
or visit the
augusta-chamber.org website |
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SPRING
PLANTING
FESTIVAL
Defiance, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
9 am - 5 pm
Daniel Boone Home,
1868 Highway F
Spring brings the creative artists to Boonesfield
Village for a delightful day of merriment. Fiber artists will
demonstrate and sell crafts made of wool, cotton, flax and
natural dyes. Spinning, weaving and lace making are just a few
of the skills offered during this unique festival.
Admission
For more information call 636-798-2005 |
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WINGS
OF SPRING
BIRDING FESTIVAL
West Alton, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
9 am - 3 pm
Riverlands
Environmental Demonstration Area
This annual Confluence Birding Festival features
off-site birding trips, arts and entertainment, birding exhibits and
vendors, family centered educational activities, live bird meet and greets,
and much more.
Free with some fees for off-site birding trips
For
more information call 1-800-258-6645
or visit wingsofspring.org |
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GREAT RIVER RENDEZVOUS
Grafton, IL & West Alton, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
12 pm - 3:30 pm
Begins in Grafton and ends at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in
West Alton, IL
Be a part of this canoe and kayak race on the Mississippi River.
Rendezvous in Grafton where the race will begin at 12 pm. Then,
race your way 18 miles down river to the end of the race at
the
Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in
West Alton, MO. Clubs, shops and spectators are invited to attend. In
addition to the race, there will social paddles, skills clinics, family
paddles, food and music.
There is a registration fee with all proceeds going to the Treehouse Wildlife Center of Madison County. To pre-register, go to
www.greatriverwatertrail.org or call 314- 518-0950.
For
more information call
618-462-6979
or visit
http://www.greatriverwatertrail.org |
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RENAISSANCE FAIRE
Wentzville, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day only
Rotary Park
Travel back to a 16th century French village and
thrill to the exploits of jousting knights; roam the village
shops; enjoy stage acts performing comedy, music and daring feats;
and interact with colorful villagers, nobles, and peasants. There
will be food and fun for the entire family.
$12; seniors, students, $9; children, $6
For more information call 636-916-1643
or visit www.stlrenfaire.com |
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OAK LEAF ARTIST
GUILD
SPRING ART SHOW
St. Peters, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 9 pm
Friday: 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
St.
Peters Community and Arts Center, 1035 St. Peters Howell Road
With a membership of over 70 members from the metropolitan St. Louis
area, the media that the Oak Leaf Artist Guild members work with
includes, but is not limited to, watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing,
collage, sculpture, and photography. A reception with light
refreshments and awards presentation will be held on Saturday, May
22
from 6 pm - 8 pm.
Free
For more information call
636-240-1159 |
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GEOCACHING WORKSHOPS
West Alton, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Environmental Learning Facility
Every Saturday from at
9 am
- 11 am
Park
Rangers from the National Great Rivers Museum will provide GPS units and
demonstrate how to find hidden caches. These free workshops last
approximately 2 hours. Workshops are outside, and visitors should dress for
the weather. Limit 10 people per workshop.
Free
To
pre-register or for more information call 618-462-6979 |
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O’FALLON FARMERS’
& ARTISTS’ MARKET
O'Fallon, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
Every Wednesday: 3 pm - 7 pm
In
the lot by River City Rascals Ballpark, 900 T.R. Hughes Blvd.
Customers can shop for locally-grown produce, plants and
flowers, herbs, honey, and hand-made baked goods, gourmet items,
jams and jellies, original art, hand-made crafts and more. The
market also features a variety of events and special guests
throughout the season, plus live music, free yoga classes at 9
a.m. on Saturdays, cooking demonstrations and more.
Free
For more information call
636-293-1256
or visit
www.ofallonfarmersmarket.com |
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O'FALLON JAMMIN'
Augusta, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
Every Tuesday: 5:30
pm - 8:30 pm
Civic Park Bandstand, Civic Park Drive
O'Fallon Jammin' is a weekly summer concert series that features
regional bands playing pop, rock, and country. Bring a blanket or
lawn chair for lawn seating in the natural amphitheatre. Vendors
will have food and beverages at reasonable prices.
Free
For more information call
636-
379-5614
or visit
www.ofallon.mo.us |
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HERITAGE &
FREEDOM FEST
O'Fallon, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2011
July 3: Noon -11 pm
July 4: Noon - 10 pm
900 TR Hughes Blvd.
Celebrate Fourth of July festivities with all the trimmings in
O'Fallon. Activities include a parade, fireworks, booths, music, a
midway and carnival, entertainers, kids' activities and much more.
The parade is on Saturday, July 3 at 9:30 am. The two-mile
parade route starts at Third and Main streets, proceeds north on
Main, turns east on Tom Ginnever Avenue and ends at T.R. Hughes
Ballpark.
Free
For more information call 636-379-5614
or visit heritageandfreedomfest.com |
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BLESSING OF THE
FLEET
Portage des Sioux, MO
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2011
Participating boats will launch at 1 pm from the
Yacht Club of St. Louis proceeding downstream or at Harbor
Point proceeding upstream in the main channel
of the Mississippi River. About 2:15 p.m. the parade will arrive
at Our Lady of the Rivers Shrine in Portage des Sioux, and end in
Grafton. The parade
will be visible from the Great River Road.
Free
For
more information call 618-786-7678
or visit www.blessingofthefleetstl.com |
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ST. CHARLES COUNTY FAIR
Wentzville, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2011
Rotary Park
Special events, variety of foods, parade, 4H, livestock, and
agricultural exhibits.
Admission
For more information
or visit
www.stcharlescofair.org |
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