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August 2026
August Events 2026
August 1st 8th Annual Central Missouri Rt 66 Yard Sale 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Held on both July 31st and August 1st) The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce is partnering with event host for the Central Missouri Route 66 100 Mile Yard Sale running through Pulaski, Laclede, and Webster counties. It will cover approximately 100 miles along Route 66. Come find a treasure while you explore historic Route 66. Make it a weekend event and sure to stay overnight in St. Robert to enjoy the Neon Park lit at night and then stay Saturday for Neon Fest!
August 1st Route 66 Neon Fest-Centennial Americana Edition 04:00 pm- 10:00pm The City of St Robert wish to celebrate the 100th anniversary and the 250th Centennial Birthday. A Live DJ and various local bands/singers performing. As well as an amateur BBQ contest, Bike Show, Food Vendors, Art Display, Axe Throwing, Field Games for kids, and Jujitsu demonstration. The 100 Mile Yard Sale will also be in the area. 114 J.H. Williamson Jr Dr. (and adjacent areas) MO 65584
August 15th Bad Dawg Ultra-100/100k/50 mile/50k/25k/12-mile Ruck 06:00 am- 12:59 pm. This no-frills 100/50/100k/50k/25k and 12-mile run/ruck race is the perfect event for first timers and those looking for a challenge. This event has a distance for everyone. Proceeds benefit the OneSolePurpose Program. 25785 Red Oak Road Waynesville 65583
August 16th AUSA Jeep Fest 2026 10:00 am -2:00 pm Vendors, Concessions and more. Join AUSA JeepFest 2026 for fun for the whole family and awards registration is needed for jeeps and vendors. Event t-shirt for registration by August 1st guaranteed. Proceeds go to support local service members and families. 114 J.H. Williamson MO 65584
August 22nd Cruisin’ 66: Summer Concert Series 6:30 pm-9:00 pm Unforgettable summer night of live music, community spirit, and Route 66 nostalgia at Cruisin’ 66: A Centennial Summer Concert. Featuring Lindley Creek with Lauryn Lercher opening. This free concert series celebrates our town, supports local businesses, and brings people together through the power of live entertainment. 105 North Street MO 65583
Museums and Farmers’ Markets
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
Every Saturday: Pulaski County 1903 Historic Courthouse Museum 11 am - 4 pm Open Saturdays May 2nd thru October 24th last tour begins at 3pm. SPECIAL CLOSURE On August 1st. Will reopen on August 8th 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. Free admittance, but donations appreciated. 303 Historic 66 W., Waynesville, MO 65583.
Every Saturday April - October: Old Stagecoach Stop Museum 10 am - 4 pm The oldest publicly accessible 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 different significant time periods in the building's past. 106 N. Lynn Street in Waynesville, MO 65583 Busses, groups, and other visitors are also welcome by appointment. Entrance is free but donations are appreciated
Year Round: Mahaffey Museum Complex Tues thru Fri 10 am - 4 pm (Sat. open only during special events or by appointment) Mahaffey Museum Complex houses the rich history and contributions of the Military Police, Army Engineers, and Chemical Warfare Units. 14296 South Dakota Avenue, Building 1607 on Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473 Closed on Sundays, Mondays and first Tuesdays of every month and Federal Holidays. Museums are free, but Post Access to FLW is required
Community and Fitness Events
August 7th Trivia Night 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Get a team together and test your knowledge at Ozark Tavern during Trivia Night the first Friday every month! Each month, trivia will be presented by a different Special Guest Host. Trivia teams can consist of up to 4 players. Free event. 14145 North Dakota Ave FLW 65473
August 10th Meet & Greet World Cup Archer Makenna Proctor & Archery Clinic 9:00 am-3:00 pm Ms. Makenna Proctor will be visiting with the Laquey Archery Team during their 10 August Archery Clinic. The public can meet and greet her from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM at the Laquey Middle School Gymnasium. The Archery Training Clinic is open to all current and interested individuals from grades 4-12. The clinic is FREE. 27600 State Hwy AA 65534
August 14th -16th Girls on the Gasconade at Froggys’ River Resort 8:00 am- 8:00 pm Grab your best girlfriends and escape to the river for a weekend designed just for YOU. Girls on the Gasconade is a fun, feel-good getaway filled with laughter, connection, relaxation, and unforgettable memories along the beautiful Gasconade River. Cost per person. 30399 Smokey Lane 65556
August 20th Speed Puzzle Race 06:30 pm- 8:45 pm Join Score for this intense competition as you face off against other 2 person team in a battle of speed puzzling. This is a first come first serve event. There is only space for 10 teams to be in the competition. Winners get a Score Gift Certificate and bar tab complimentary. So Drink up and Puzzle fast. Everyone gets to keep their puzzle. 743 Missouri Ave. Suite 2 65584
Events to Look Forward To!
September 7th BigBam Ride 2026
September 18th 40th Annual Dixon Cow Days Fall Festival
September 19th The Haunted River Float at Ruby’s Landing River Resort
September 25-27 Extremicon The Comicon Event
September 26 Cruisin 66 A Centennial Summer Concert Series
September 26 Kickapoo Trace Muzzleloaders Fun Day
October 3 The Nasty Pulaski
October 23 Halloween at Froggys’ River Resort
November 11 Veterans’Day Ceremony and Parade
Check out the Pulaski County event calendar for some additional happenings more community events and classes!
Toast Masters Public Speaking & Leadership Development, Connecting Threads, Magic the Gathering Commander Nights, Wednesday Evening Scramble, Thursday Night Pool Tournament, FLW Sunday Coffee Cruise-In, and $30.00 Canoe Float Trips community meetings and classes, children’s events, night life events and more!
New events are added weekly!!