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2017 MISSOURI: MAY & JUNE 2017
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
(see also:  2015  -  2014)

May 4-6, 2017
37th Annual Mushroom Festival
Richmond, Missouri
Self proclaimed "Mushroom Capital of the World". Large morel mushroom contest, fresh mushrooms, food, crafts, parade, music, BBQ cook-off, tractor pull, much more.

May 6, 2017  Sip n' Savor
St. James, Missouri
Since 2009, the St. James Sip n' Savor has become an event which has attracted thousands to the small community of St. James to sip and savor the many wines and craft brews of Missouri and beyond.  A wine and beer tasting throughout the afternoon, overflowing to our local establishments for the after party. With over 45 wineries and breweries, this might just be the best "mini-vacation" of the year! Whether it's date night, a day out with the girls, or just a way to blow off steam, the St. James Sip n' Savor is your ticket to a great time.

May 6-7, 2017 - Wild Bacon Wine Trail - Hermann, Missouri
Bacon and wine have become quite the hit on the Hermann Wine Trail!  Smoky, savory and always delicious, our food and wine pairings will feature bacon as the main ingredient.

May 14, 2017  MOTHER’S DAY
Most restaurants in the U.S. have special events scheduled for today. They are too numerous to list.

May 20, 2017  Cole Camp Rockin' Bikes & BBQ - Cole Camp, Missouri
Produced and sponsored by the Cole Camp Chamber of Commerce.  If you're interested in being a contestant of the BBQ competition, please contact [email protected], call 660-221-3278 or visit the Cole Camp Chamber on Facebook.  After you have eaten your full of great BBQ stay for the outstanding Motorcycle Show and rock out with Full Moon Band!  The Cole Camp Jaycees will also host a beer garden that afternoon. It's a full day of fun in beautiful downtown Cole Camp!

May 20-21, 2017
65th Annual Hermann Maifest
Hermann, Missouri
One of Missouri’s oldest German festivals. Maifest is an old-fashioned German celebration of spring, with German music, dancing and food, parades, crafters, Maypole dancers, children’s games, and beer gardens.  Held each year the third weekend of May.

May 26-29, 2017 - St. Louis Ribfest - St. Charles, Missouri
Music, Food, Beverages, Children's Area. and More!

June 2-3, 2017 - Smokin on the Summit BBQ - Lee's Summit, Missouri
The state championship BBQ competition.   The event will be full of fun and great competition by up to 90 teams whose labor of love will fill the streets of downtown Lee's Summit with the rich smoky smell of BBQ!

June 3, 2017 - Strawberry Festival - Arnold, Missouri
Crafts, quilts, entertainment and all kinds of strawberry foods (strawberries, cake and ice cream, chocolate dipped strawberries, strawberry milkshakes, etc.) are just a few of the many reasons the festival is a day full of fun, food and fellowship for the entire family. A variety of handmade crafts and quilts are donated from all over the state to be auctioned and sold to benefit the Missouri Baptist Children's Home.

June 3, 2017 - 11th Annual St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival
St. Louis, Missouri
Celebration of a rich brewing tradition and coming together of brewers both large and small. Sampling of nearly 100 different beers and styles from more than 50 local breweries.  Attendance: 20,000.

June 3-4, 2017 - Kimmswick Strawberry Festival - Kimmswick, Missouri
If it is made with strawberries you will find it at this festival--everything from Fresh Strawberries, Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and Strawberry Cheesecake, to Strawberry Iced Tea. Also enjoy live entertainment, craft & food vendors and rides for the kids.

June 4, 2017 - Vaile Strawberry Festival - Independence, Missouri
There will be approximately 100 craft & antique booths set up on the spacious lawn of the Vaile Mansion. Entertainment, food, children's corner, carriage rides, vintage cars, and wonderful Strawberry Treats.

June 9-10, 2017  Arcadia Valley Bar-B-Que Battle - Ironton, Missouri
The 4th Annual Arcadia Valley BBQ Battle will be held Friday and Saturday at the historic Iron County Courthouse in Ironton, MO. There will be competition BBQ to buy and enjoy, free live bands, vendors, beer garden and plenty of fun for everyone! Enter a team or come out to cheer on your favorite team!

June 16-17, 2017  Boulevardia - Kansas City, Missouri
Boulevardia is a unique beer, food and music festival. A very happy happening. A whole lotta hubbub. A delightful departure from the everyday.  This year, our home moves to the Stockyards District. Situated in one of the oldest areas of Kansas City, the site was originally an area for trade and a receiving point for goods traveling on steamships up the Missouri River.  This eclectic area is the perfect spot for our visitors to cut loose and Go Yard!

June 17, 2017  11th Annual Excelsior Springs Wine Festival
Excelsior Springs, Missouri
Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or are still figuring out the difference between chardonnay and champagne, the Excelsior Springs Wine Festival is for you! This traditional event places the wines of Missouri on display in the beautiful outdoor setting of Lover's Lane in East Valley Park. Festival attendees have an opportunity to sample all varieties of local wines, learn wine-making methods and speak directly with the winery owners who have made Missouri famous in the American wine market. Live music.

June 17, 2017  11th Annual Rhythm & Brews Festival
Hermann, Missouri
Come Celebrate Tin Mill Brewing Company's Annual Beerfest, from 1pm-5pm.  The beerfest will feature microbreweries from the Midwest area with live music, food, and a great time.
 

2015 MISSOURI: MAY & JUNE 2015
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
waiting for new dates

June 1-5, 2015  Food Wine Design Culinary Week - St. Louis, Missouri
Indulge your senses at Food Wine Design, St. Louis Magazine’s Culinary Week, at Lumen Private Event Space.  Each night, a duo of the city’s most celebrated chefs will prepare a one-of-a-kind meal complete with carefully selected wine and beer pairings. Plus, enjoy an elaborate tabletop design from a notable local designer, cocktails from top mixologists, live music, and more.
 

2014 MISSOURI: MAY & JUNE 2014
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
waiting for new dates

June 27-28, 2014  40th Annual Sweet Corn Festival - East Prairie, Miss.
Tour de Corn bike ride, Huskers' 5K run, live music, classic car cruise-in, photography exhibit and much more.