December Events

November 25, 2025

December Events

December 4 – 26 Light Up Pulaski County Throughout December – Pile into the car, turn up the holiday tunes, and take a magical drive through Pulaski County to see the most dazzling light displays around. Don’t forget to vote for your favorites and help spread the holiday cheer all season long! Throughout Pulaski County, begins at 5pm. Free Event.

December 6 Holiday Craft Fair 9am – 4pm – Don’t miss the area’s favorite Holiday Craft Fair of the season! Shop from over 100 local artisans, find unique gifts, and enjoy photos with Santa (additional fee). Admission is $5 for ages 16 and up, with all proceeds benefiting the community grant and scholarship program. Waynesville High School. 200 GW Lane, Waynesville, MO 65584. Admission Fee.

December 12 - 13 Journey to Bethlehem 5pm – 9pm – Celebrate the season in Old Towne Bethlehem! Take Guided Walking Tours through historic streets and experience the Live Nativity Scene firsthand. Free for everyone, with complimentary refreshments to enjoy along the way. Bring your family and friends for a festive, unforgettable holiday outing! Crocker Christian Church. 16200 Highway 17 South Crocker, MO 65452. Free Event.

December 13 Christmas in the Park 8am – 12 pm – Join the holiday fun at St. Robert’s 23rd Annual Christmas in the Park! Start your day with Breakfast with Santa and enjoy a festive morning full of crafts, games, and local vendors. Bring the whole family for a magical holiday experience! Don’t miss out on the fun, food, and festive cheer! St. Robert Community Center. 114 JH Williamson JR DR St. Robert, MO 65584. Free Event.

December 13 Hometown Christmas 4pm – 8pm – Don’t miss Hometown Christmas! Grab your last-minute gifts and stocking stuffers from wonderful local vendors while enjoying hot cocoa or mulled wine to warm up your holiday spirit. Santa & Mrs. Claus are expected to make a grand arrival around 6 PM, so bring the whole family for shopping, festive treats, and holiday cheer! Olde Oak Station. 300 Elm Street Dixon, MO 65459.

Community Events

December 1 Christmas Tree Lighting 5pm – 7pm - Celebrate the start of the holiday season with festive fun for the whole family — enjoy kids’ activities, giveaways, delicious food and drinks, and photo opportunities with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and other holiday characters. Sing along to cheerful holiday music and gather for the official tree lighting at 6:00 PM. St. Robert Municipal Center. 194 Eastlawn Ave, St. Robert, MO 65584. Free Event.

December 4 Holiday Extravaganza 6 pm - 9 pm - Celebrate the season with a festive burst of art and holiday treats! Discover a delightful mix of original art, handmade pottery, and charming Christmas cards—perfect for gifting or keeping. Don’t miss the sweet holiday lineup from BeeWell Beekeeper’s, featuring honey candy, infused honey, and creamy whipped honey. Plants and Pages. 310 U.S. Rte 66, Waynesville, MO 65583.

December 5 PJ’s & Pancakes 5 pm – 7:30 pm - Family-friendly holiday celebration featuring pajama attire, pancakes for dinner, crafts, games, a hot chocolate bar, and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. A festive, welcoming event perfect for enjoying the season with family, friends, and neighbors. Waypoint United Methodist Church. 301 Highway T, Waynesville, MO 65583. Free Event.

December 6 Third Annual Cookies with Santa 1pm – 3pm – Visit Santa’s Workshop to pick out the perfect stuffed animal to take home. Snap a picture with Santa, grab some treats, and finish your Christmas shopping—all in one merry stop! Secrest Tees & More Western Store. 22975 Hardy Ln. Saint Robert, MO 65584. Free Event.

December 7 Pulaski County Christmas Parade 2 pm – 3:30 pm - Get ready to jingle all the way! This year’s festive theme is “Rockin Rudolph,” so grab your antlers, slap on a red nose, and join the fun! Invite your friends, gather your neighbors, and help make this year’s parade the most magical one yet. Whether you want to strut your stuff in the parade or cheer from the sidelines, everyone is welcome to celebrate together! Downtown Waynesville, MO 65583. Free Event.

Musuems & Reoccurring Events

Year Round: Mahaffey Museum Complex Mon thru Fri 8 am - 4 pm & Sat 9 am - 3 pm - Mahaffey Museum Complex houses the rich history and contributions of the Military Police, Army Engineers, and Chemical Warfare Units. This complex is adjacent to the WWII Army Complex Museum which replicates Fort Leonard Wood as it was during the 1940’s and the Memorial Grove area. 14296 South Dakota Avenue, Building 1607 on Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473 Closed on Federal Holidays Museums are free, but Post Access to FLW is required.

Every Saturday: *Pulaski County Farmers Market 8 am - 12 pm - This weekly, year round market features fresh produce, baked goods, live plants, crafts, pet items, kid vendors and other home-made goods. Local authors, special vendors & food trucks vary by season. Farmers Market Pavilion, near the Roubidoux Spring Campground in Waynesville, MO 65583 *Vendors and product availability dependent on weather and other factors.

Cousin Eddie Christmas 5k - December 20 - Every Third Saturday: Free 5K Donut Run - A free monthly 5K run beginning at 8 am with coffee and donuts after the run. At Master's Donuts, 115 Geteway Circle, St. Robert, MO 65584. Check Healthy Futures Pulaski County Facebook page for Donut Run locations and time changes. Free Event

Check out the Pulaski County event calendar for some additional happenings like: Cards to the Community, Tree Lighting on Fort Leonard Wood, Breakfast with Santa, Sunday Beer Brunch, community meetings, children’s events, night life fun and more!