
Upcoming Events
This Month
You can check out all the exciting events we have lined up this month at a glance or keep scrolling to discover what’s coming up next.
We’re thrilled about everything happening and hope you'll join us for the fun!
What’s Next

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

Welcome to Summer Block Party
Enjoy a day to celebrate the end of school and beginning of summer on the Square in West Plains Missouri.

Downtown Commercial Real Estate Tour and Networking Event
Meet us at OzSBI on Washington Ave as we begin a guided tour of several available commercial properties in the Historic Downtown West Plains Area. After the tour we will convene for a mixer with wine and appetizers at 1 Luster Arcade! Downtown is alive and exciting and we want to share opportunities with the community!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

First Thursday Stroll
On the First Thursday of every month, the shops stay open late until 7:00 pm, giving you extra time to explore everything Downtown West Plains has to offer. Stroll down the streets and browse through the shops. Enjoy a delicious meal at one of our restuarants or grab a drink. And don’t forget to stamp your Downtown Passport to enter our giveaway!

Downtown Merchants Meeting
Attention all Downtown Merchants! Be a part of the exciting changes going on downtown and let your voices be heard. Continued planning for projects to increase foot traffic and new customers downtown will be discussed. Meet your neighbors running businesses in the same area and find out what may be working for them. Look forward to seeing you there.

Downtown Merchants Meeting
Attention all Downtown Merchants! Be a part of the exciting changes going on downtown and let your voices be heard. Continued planning for projects to increase foot traffic and new customers downtown will be discussed. Meet your neighbors running businesses in the same area and find out what may be working for them. Look forward to seeing you there.

Downtown Commercial Real Estate Tour and Networking Event
Meet us at OzSBI on Washington Ave as we begin a guided tour of several available commercial properties in the Historic Downtown West Plains Area. After the tour we will convene for a mixer with wine and appetizers at 1 Luster Arcade! Downtown is alive and exciting and we want to share opportunities with the community!

Wages Brewing Company
Come enjoy some great music at the Avenue Theatre in downtown West Plains! Event proceeds will help Wages Brewing with restoring the old Broadway Furniture building so we can be part of downtown and better serve you! We love West Plains and can't wait to reopen downtown! Join us for this special event with our neighbors at the Avenue Theatre with 8+ bands, 2 food trucks, and a whole lotta fun!

Meet the Artists
You’re invited to an art reception for the West Plains Coloring Book. Come meet the artists who created these fun drawinings of downtown buildings! Drop by The Frame Shop & Gallery (403 Washington Ave) on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 4:30-6:30pm. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Smart Start: Developing a Successful Business
Do you dream of starting your own business, but don’t know where to begin? How do you validate your startup idea before you quit you day job? What chance does your idea have of being profitable? It’s easy to become overwhelmed in the early stages of launching a company. Learn the first steps to starting your own business and how to pave the way to success. This workshop will outline the first steps you need to take, how to create a business plan, and how to get a handle of the finances from the start.
https://crm.ozsbi.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=calendar.eventDetail&eventId=98

Downtown Merchant's Meeting
Attention all Downtown Merchants! Be a part of the exciting changes going on downtown and let your voices be heard. Continued planning for projects to increase foot traffic and new customers downtown will be discussed. Come meet your neighbors running businesses in the same area and find out what may be working for them. Look forward to seeing you there.

Downtown Merchant's Meeting
Attention all Downtown Merchants! Come be a part of the exciting changes going on downtown and let your voices be heard. Continued planning for projects to increase foot traffic and new customers downtown will be discussed. Come meet your neighbors running businesses in the same area and find out what may be working for them. Look forward to seeing you there.




KCs Annual Christmas Party Anniversary Celebration
Join us this Saturday for our Christmas and anniversary event celebration! We're excited to bring you holiday signature drinks and foods, but the festivities don't stop there—get ready for a fun night of karaoke from 9 PM to midnight! We can't wait to celebrate with you all! 🎄🎤🍹



Smart Start: Developing a Successful Business
Learn the first steps involved in creating a successful and sustainable business.

The Random Strangers Duo And Brunch at the Yellow House
On tour The Random Strangers Duo will be performing dark country music. Ree Creations will have brunch service during this event for sale. Suggested 10 donation for the musicians.
209 Trish Knight Blvd
https://facebook.com/events/s/the-random-strangers-duo-live-/548690557852876/

Scare on the Square
Back again for spooky Halloween fun for the whole family! Voted runner up in the Quill’s Best of West Plains contest: the Scare on the Square is a fun event in the heart of the Entertainment district! Loads of candy, games, and more! You don’t want to miss the chance to trick or treat with merchants in Historic Downtown West Plains!

Josiah Howell-O-Ween Day
At the Yellow House and Along Trish Knight Blvd and Langston Street

Mysteries, Legends, and Noir History of the Ozarks
Join Dark Ozarks Producers Alex Martin & Lisa Livingston Martin for a discussion of the noir history, mysteries and legends of the Ozarks. This is a free event.

Business Mixer - Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program
Join the Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI) on October 24th at 5:30 for a Business Mixer. Network with like-minded business owners and learn about a small business grant opportunity. Enjoy complimentary drinks from Great Rivers Distributing and light appetizers. RSVP is not necessary but encouraged.
Location: OzSBI, 408 Washington Ave, West Plains, MO 65775
https://crm.ozsbi.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=calendar.eventDetail&eventId=87

Second Monday West Plains Photography Club
The West Plains Photography Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month in the Missouri State University-West Plains Creative Discovery Center.

2nd Saturday Game Night
From organizers: It’s game night! Every 2nd Saturday of the month.

Business Women's Expo
Mark your calendar! The Business Women's Expo is coming soon! Join The Amelia Network to stay up to date on the event and to shop and support local women-owned business. Vendor registrations are open, scroll to the bottom for more information.

Annual Ozarks Studies Symposium hosted by Missouri State University – West Plains
Theme: The Political Economy of the Ozarks
Entrance to the symposium is free and pre-registration is not required. Those who attend will be invited to register on site when they arrive.


Downtown Fall Block Party
We’re back for another round of fun in your Historic Downtown West Plains entertainment district! Live music, food, games, and more; all against the backdrop of your beautiful Town Square in the heart of the city. Come see what’s new and hang out a while! Free entry!


Tree of Life (2-day workshop)
Create a beautiful Tree of Life crushed glass and resin art piece at this workshop in September! West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) will host the workshop, conducted by local artist Tara Shahan, which will take two days, Tuesday, September 10, and Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Both classes will run 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the West Plains Civic Center. Price for the workshop is $50, all supplies included.
On a 12 x 12 canvas, create a beautiful pale green and mirror crushed glass, acrylic and gallery glass paint art piece. Include your name for personalization at time of registration.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot by texting Paula at 417-293-2325 or email info@westplainsarts.org Be sure to include your personalization.

The Basics, the Purpose, and the Challenges of Beekeeping
Faith Collins will be presenting on “The Basics, the Purpose, and the Challenges of Beekeeping.”

Second Monday West Plains Photography Club
The West Plains Photography Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month in the Missouri State University-West Plains Creative Discovery Center.

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