All you can eat Fish Fry will be held every third Friday March through November begining on Friday, March 20, from 4:30 pm until 7:00 pm at the Mexico Elks Lodge 919. Dine in or Carry out, Adults $15 Children ages 6-12 $6 – under 5 eat free. Serving Fried Fish, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Dessert and a drink
ACSRC launches Bricks of Home – Campaign to support Shelter and housing Programs. A community-driven initiative inviting individuals, families, and Businesses to leave a permanent mark while supporting shelter and housing services in Audrain County. Supporters can purchase personalized, Laser-engraved bricks that will be permanently displayed inside St. Brendan’s Cafe, the newly renovated dining space within room at the inn. Bricks are available in two options: One Line Brick $100 or Two Line Brick $150. Each brick can be customized with names, memorials, business recognition, or messages of hope. create a lasting tribute within a space where lives are being rebuilt every day. For more information or to order your brick, Contact Ra’Vae Moore at ravae@acsrcmo.org or call 573-567-5160
May 1 -?
C2C Community Food Support – Helping Local Families. Starting May 1, on the 2nd Tuesday and the Last Thursday of each month from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm at the C2C Food Pantry at Kim & Oliva Lue Garfiled Legacy Center, 802 E. Breckenridge St., in Mexico. For more information, please call 573-567-4001
May 28- Oct 1 The Randolph County Farmers Market will be held every other Thursday of each month in 2026 (May 28th – October 1st) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Fennel (315 N Clark, Moberly, MO). The Farmers Market will feature a variety of vendors and there will be activities and events for all ages!
June 4 – September 4
JC Parks and the Capital Region Amphitheater are proud to announce Big Fans of JCMO, This four-concert summer series will take place on the first Thursday of each month from Thursday, June 4 through Thursday, September 4, from 6:00 pm until 8:30 PM, featuring local musicians as both main acts and openers, along with a sponsored Kids Zone offering activities, games, and interactive experiences for children and families. The series is designed to create a welcoming, all-ages environment that encourages the community to gather and enjoy live music together, Free and open to the public with food and beverage available for purchase at each concert.
Main Acts and Special Guests:
Mid -Mo Veterans Express is seeking Veterans to join Guided tours with fellow soldiers, sailors, Marines, and airmen at Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial in Perryville and enjoy a delicious lunch at the Perryville VFW Post 4282 (NO COST TO THE VETERANS). For more information and to join in the Next tour on Thursday, October 22, 2026, visit https://mmvexpress.org/, email mmvetexpress@gmail.com, or call 573-616-7658. This is at NO cost to the Veterans; travel and lunch are free. Will be loading at the Mariot Hotel in Jefferson City to take a bus ride to Perryville
The Macon County Museum of Macon wants to invite the public to join them on Saturdays from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm and Mondays from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, with tours available by appointment only during the week by calling 660-395-0266 – new members are welcome.
April -October Cars & Coffee will be held the 2nd Saturday of each month, April through October, from 8:00 am until 9:00 am at St. John’s Lutheran Church with Complimentary Coffee, hot chocolate, and donuts. Check out their FB page for more information at Cars and Coffee Mexico, MO. For questions, contact roundey@gmail.com
September 5 Rally for Torrey will be held on Saturday, September 5. Dinner starts at 5:00 pm, and the raffle drawing at 6:30 pm at Logan Agri Service in Paris. $15 ticket includes catfish dinner with rolls, hushpuppies, sides, dessert, and drinks, with 1 raffle ticket. Raffle ticket info: Presale: 20 tickets for $10 or at the door: 20 tickets for $15. Every plate bought, raffle ticket sold, and dollar raised goes directly towards supporting Torrey Newbrough through his surgery and recovery.
September 7 The Mt. Airy Church Annual Fish Fry will be held on Labor Day, September 7, 2026, at 15013 Monroe Rd: 989, SW of Paris. A free-will offering will be held, with all proceeds going to Monroe County Cancer Supporters. Serving will begin at 5:00 P.M.
September 10
The Art of Roman Sebastian Art Show Opening Reception and Meet the Artists will be held on Thursday, September 10 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the galleries at the Hayden Liberty Center. Galleries are open from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm Tuesday through Friday for Public viewing. For more information, visit www.LibertyCenterSedalia.com
September 11 Martinsburg FAMOUS Fried Chicken Dinner sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 1270 will be held on Friday, September 11, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Martinsburg Knights of Columbus Hall. Adults $15, Kids $7 – Inside seating or drive-through and carry-outs available. BEST CHICKEN FOR MANY MILES AROUND!
September 12
Mexico Brick City Horseshoe Pitching League is sponsoring the 7th Annual Horseshoe Pitching Tournaments Benefiting Missouri Veterans’ Home (Mexico) will be held on Saturday, September 12. Registration at 10:00 am; pitching begins at 11:00 am at the Fairgrounds Park / Fairgrounds Shelter in Mexico. $10 registration Fee – Singles or Doubles depending on participation. Trophies for pitcher in Class A,B,C,& D All pitchers are welcome.
Relay for Life of Audrain County will be held on Saturday, September 12, from 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm in Downtown Mexico. Food, Games, Live entertainment, and Luminary Service. For more information, call Brenda at 573-253-4657.
5th Annual River City Cruisers Cruise-In will be held on Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 until 4:00 pm in Downtown Hermann. $10 to display; spectators are free; proceeds benefit annual scholarships and other local charities. There will be an automotive-themed scavenger hunt for the kids, A 50/50 drawing, and event awards. For more information www.rivercitycruises.com of follow them on Facebook.
September 13
Mexico Market Madness will be held on Sunday, September 13 from 12:00 PM noon until 4:00 pm in downtown Mexico. This downtown flea market is a fun-filled event for the whole family, bringing vendors, shoppers, and the community together for an afternoon of great finds and local fun. Booth spaces are $25 each and include two parking spaces. Vendors who would like to request a specific space can reserve one for $30. To sign up for a vendor booth, visit the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce or Kate’s Hallmark Shop. Rain date is Sunday, September 20
24th Annual Barn B-Que and Auction will be held on Sunday, September 13; gates open at noon, with BBQ pork steak lunch served at 12:30 pm and a live auction beginning after the luncheon, at the Simmons Stables in Mexico. $25 for adults and $10 for kids. Tickets available at Jim Stubblefield Furniture in Mexico or at the Stable gate.
September 15
September 16 – October 21 The Cooney Studio Cooney Collab Session 1 Art Club for artists in grades 4 and up will meet on Wednesdays from 4:30 pm until 5:30 pm at the Cooney Studio in the Liberty Center in Sedalia. Cost is $65 per artist; supplies will be provided.
September 19
The Higbee Saddle Up for St. Jude Trail Ride will be held Saturday, September 19th.This will be a family-oriented ride on the scenic Moniteau Trail in the Rudolph Bennitt Conservation area near Higbee. This will be an all-day event including lunch on the trail, a carry-in dinner, and both silent and live auctions. If you don’t have a horse, join them anyway with lots to do in the camp. All proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. For more information or to register, contact David & Benda Reed at 660-414-5886, or Alex & Julie White at 660-414-7068.
Silex Community Poker Run will be held on Saturday, September 19. Registration at The Silex Community Building from 10:00 am until 11:30. This is a CASH ONLY EVENT ***** MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER. $40 per side-by-side; extra scorecards $10 each. There will be lots of food, games, raffles, and more! Follow them on Facebook for more information. Proceeds will benefit the City of Silex and Johnathan Sullivan, who is a lifetime resident, 23 years of age, recently married, and was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer
September 25-27 The Liberty Center’s Junior Theatre Presents William Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors” will be held on Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, September 27 at 2:00 pm at the Liberty Center in Sedalia. Adults $15, students and seniors $10
September 26 Lawn Mower Rodeo and all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage meal, with a suggested $5 donation, will be held on Saturday, September 26, beginning at 1:00 pm at the Just as I Am Cowboy Church. All proceeds benefit the Monroe County Cancer Supporters. For questions or additional information, call or text (573)819-5095 or (660)327-1308. For rules and registration forms, go to https://fishersofmen4christ.com/registration/
North Park Baptist Church Fall Craft Show and Car Show will be held on Saturday, September 26, at the North Park Baptist Church in Moberly. The fall craft show will be held from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm with $10 vendor registration. For more information or to register, go to northparkbaptist on Facebook. The car show will be held from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm, with a $10 registration fee. Registration is from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, judging from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm, and awards at 1:00 pm. To register or for more information, call (660)-676-5041
October 3 The Central Missouri Monument Fundraiser Fish Fry will be held on Saturday, October 3. Doors open at 3:00 pm; serving starts at 4:00 pm at the VFW Hall in Mexico. There will be a silent auction and raffles. Catfish Dinner for $15 includes Homemade chips, choice of baked beans or coleslaw, and cornbread or a Hot Dog Plate with Homemade chips, choice of baked beans or coleslaw, and cornbread. Dessert and drink available for an extra charge. All proceeds benefit the Central Missouri Veterans Monument Foundation.
October 10
The Bainbridge Ham and Bean Dinner will be held on October 10th, 11:00 to 3:00, at the Baldridge Schoolhouse, 3275 State Route A, Fayette. Serving traditional ham and beans, coleslaw, cornbread, desserts, and drinks. Lots of outdoor space for vendors. Special raffle for a Henry Lever Action in 22 LR to be given away at the event. Need not be present to win.
Hayden Liberty Center and KB Productions present Family Friendly Stand-Up Comedy Night (Rated PG-13) featuring Cornell Nick Nichols and Bryce Stanley on Saturday, October 10. Show starts at 8:00 pm, Tickets are $12 each. For more information, visit www.LibertyCenterSedalia.com
October 12 R-VI FFA Tractor Dash – R-VI FFA Members want to help our local farmers during busy harvest season! We are offering a FREE HOT MEAL – delivered directly to your farm or shop! FFA members will prepare meals and make deliveries to farmers in eastern Audrain County! Sign up online – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScs5oVr6ATvSmxeCWoof992CP42SLPrBTG4SY7vtvzyJqkCnQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=110113072467647172687
October 22 Historic Cattle Trails Conference and The Liberty Center present Get Down Inh Cowtown – Cowboy Music and Cowboy Poetry on Thursday, October 22, at 7:00 pm at the Liberty Center in Sedalia. Tickets are $15. For tickets or more information, visit www.LibertyCenterSedalia.com
October 30 Join C2C for C2C First Aid & CPR Training program which will be held on Friday, October 30 at the C2C Building in Mexico (802 E. Breckenridge St.) from 9:00 am until 11:30 am or 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm – Limited spots availble register today by calling 573-567-4001 This is the hands-on session; must complete the online session. Learn Skills of CPR & AED use , First Aid Basics, Choking Response and Emergency preparedness.
October 30 – 31 The Liberty Center presents 5th Street Improv on Friday, October 30 & Saturday, October 31 at 7:30 pm at the Liberty Center in Sedalia. Rated PG-13. Tickets are $10. For tickets and more information, visit www.LibertyCenterSedalia.com
November 3 – December 14 The Cooney Studio Cooney Collab Session 2 Art Club for artists in grades 1-3 will meet on Tuesdays from 4:30 pm until 5:30 pm at the Cooney Studio in the Liberty Center in Sedalia. Cost is $60 per artist; supplies will be provided.
November 4 – December 16 The Cooney Studio Cooney Collab Session 2: Art Club for artists in grades 4 and up will meet on Wednesdays from 4:30 pm until 5:30 pm at the Cooney Studio in the Liberty Center in Sedalia. Cost is $65 per artist; supplies will be provided.
November 7 Johnny Cash & Friends Live at the Liberty Center in Sedalia on Saturday, November 7 at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $25. For more information, visit www.LibertyCenterSedalia.com
November 10 Tuesday November 10 – R-VI FFA Honors Veterans – FFA members will host a Veterans Day Breakfast for all local veterans and their families on Tuesday, November 10 at 7:30 AM at the R-VI High School Gym, with an all-school program to follow (starting at 9 AM) – We understand there are a lot of events for Veterans. We hope hosting this on Tuesday will allow our community veterans to participate in more events to honor their service!
