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June 2023 Events
Pulaski County USA Signature Events listed in red
Please contact the event planner for additional details or event updates!
June 14th thru 17th: Pulaski County Regional Fair Four days packed with livestock shows, 4 - H and agricultural exhibits, animal shows, and live music. Other activities include carnival rides and games every day, a Corn Hole contest on Wednesday, the Dog Show on Thursday, and Pie Bake Off on Saturday. Get some fitness in and wear a white shirt and get splashed with color at the free 5K Color Run on Saturday morning at 8 am. Ticketed events include some mud-slinging action on Friday night at the Lawn & Garden Tractor Pull and the daring, heart-pounding action of Extreme Bull Riding Saturday night. General admission for the fair is free, but tickets are required for rides and some events. Saint Robert Community Center 114 JH Williamson Jr. Drive in Saint Robert, MO 65584
June 3rd: 22nd Annual Volkslauf 10K Mud Run Hosted by the US Marine Corps Detachment. Begins at 0730 Conquer this challenging 10K course through a scenic area of Fort Leonard Wood. Battle some hills, trudge through the mud, and cool off while crossing the Big Piney River all while gaining some bragging rights! Run or walk individually or as a team. Advanced or on-site registration available. FLW post access may be required. Event located on Ft. Leonard Wood, MO 65473
June 3rd: Kids to Park Day 10 am - 2 pm Come out for an afternoon of fun! Games, RC Cars, Police Demos, Department of Natural Resources Exhibits, Contests, Raffles, Free Giveaways, and many other activities to connect kids and families while promoting discovery and exploration in the great outdoors. Roubidoux Park in Waynesville, MO 65583 Free Event
June 16th - June 19th: Juneteenth Celebration Sponsored by the NAACP of Pulaski County and Blue Star Families of Missouri Several events throughout Waynesville, MO 65583 June 16: Celebration Kick-Off 10 am - 12 pm & Culture Night 6 pm - 9 pm @ the Ark, June 17: Ms. & Mr. Juneteenth Pageant 1:30 pm & 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament 9 am - 5 pm both @ Waynesville High School, June 17: Juneteenth Gala 6:30 pm @ The Ark, June 18: Father’s Day Celebration (on social media) and June 19: Family Fun Day begins at 12 pm @ Waynesville Park.
June 24th & 25th: Cave State Cruisers 35th Annual Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show Be sure to attend this year’s show with a wide variety of classic and customized vehicles to check out 8 am - 4 pm. Special awards, dash plaques, door prizes and 50 /50 raffle as well as $35 drawings every 35 minutes on Saturday! Food trucks and vendors too. Roubidoux Park in Waynesville, MO 65583
Additional Noteworthy Events
June 3rd - 5th, 9th - 11th & 16th - 18th The Jungle Book by Joseph Robinette A live show presented by Pulaski Fine Arts Association Friday & Saturday shows begin at 7:30 pm and Sunday shows begin at 2:30 pm at Theater on the Square in 312 Historic Route 66 E. in Waynesville, MO 65583
June 10th: Springtime in Missouri Craft Fair and Swap Meet 10 am - 4 pm A great event for shopping with vendors inside and out selling crafts and other unique goods. American Legion in Saint Robert 484 N. Outer Rd. Saint Robert, Mo 65584
June 20th: 9th Annual Golf Tournament Begins at 8:00 am get on the greens and putt some balls all for fun at this 18 Hole 2 person scramble tournament benefiting and hosted by Pulaski County Missouri Extension at Oak Hills Country Club at 13351 Canuck Lane in Dixon, MO, 65459
Museums
Every Saturday: Old Stagecoach Stop Museum 10 am - 4 pm The oldest building in Pulaski County built by W.W. McDonald in the mid 1850's and contains 10 rooms of history that have been restored to a different significant period in building's past. 106 Lynn Street in Waynesville, MO 65583 Busses, groups, and other visitors are welcome by appointment. Entrance is free but donations are appreciated.
Every Saturday: 1903 Pulaski County Courthouse Museum 11 am - 4 pm Local Pulaski County History Museum containing local history exhibits, original courtroom, displays of Trail of Tears, Civil War, WWI, WWII, collection of cameras, quilts and antiques. 303 Historic Route 66 E. in Waynesville, MO 65583 Entrance is free, but donations are appreciated.
Every 3rd Saturday, June 17th: Frisco Depot Museum 10 am - 2 pm Displays representing the history of the Frisco Railroad and local collections of railroad memorabilia. Open for groups by special arrangement. 109 10th Street in Crocker, MO 65452 Free Admittance
For other museum details go to the museum page for additional options and information!
Farmers Markets and Other Reoccurring Events
Every Saturday: Pulaski County Farmers Market* 8 am - 12 pm This weekly, year round market features fresh produce, baked goods, locally roasted coffee, tea, live plants, crafts, pet items, kid vendors and other home-made goods. Local authors, special vendors & food trucks vary by season. 8 am - noon at the Farmers Market Pavilion, near the Roubidoux Spring Campground in Waynesville, MO 65583 *Vendors and product availability dependent on weather and other factors.
June 3rd & 17th: Crocker Farmers Market* 9 am - 1 pm (closes at 12pm on June 17th) This farmers market features only handmade, homegrown or up-cycled items with food and beverage vendors on site and food trucks on occasion. Open every other Saturday, under the Blue Pavilion, at Crocker Community Park in Crocker, MO 65452 *Vendors and product availability dependent on weather and other factors.
June 3rd: First Saturdays Art Show A monthly art show and event featuring a unique collection of artists showcasing their works of art. Stop by from 9 am – 2 pm and check out the different inspired work from a wide variety of art styles from artists of all ages! Route 66 Community Art Gallery located at 26062 Hwy 17 in Waynesville, MO 65583
June 17th: Buckhorn Route 66 Swap Meet Set up & shopping begins at 6:30 am and swap meet runs until vendors are done selling. A unique swap and shop environment, you never know what you’ll find, vendors vary each swap meet! Located near the Interstate Plaza, off of I-44 exit 163 and Route 66 in Waynesville, Mo 65583
Mark Your Calendar for July!
July 4th: Independence Day Celebration Showcasing fireworks, music, car show, activities and so much more! Gammon Field on Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
July 29th & 30th: Old Settlers Days Living history encampments, food vendors, crafters & live music. Roubidoux Park in Waynesville, MO 65583
Check out the Pulaski County event calendar for additional happenings like: Pulaski County Staycation Giveaway, Summer Fest on Ft. Leonard Wood, Monthly Donut Run, Stars and Pearls Social Five Point Tea, the Army Birthday Celebration, nightlife activities, bingo and much, much more! New events are added weekly. We love sharing Pulaski County events, but unfortunately, event information can change suddenly so be sure to contact the event planner with questions and for updated or additional event details.
Be sure to visit PulaskiCountyUSA.com and plan your adventure today!