Here are some of this weekend’s highlights! There is TONS going on so check out the Mid-Mo Kids Guide calendar for even MORE fun!
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Brewer Breakfast 7 a.m.
Brewer Fieldhouse, Mizzou Rec Center
The annual pancake breakfast is hosted by Mizzou Rec and open to the public. Grab some pancakes before you catch the Homecoming parade.
Homecoming Parade 7 a.m.
Join thousands of spectators at the annual Homecoming Parade. Head downtown or find a spot on campus to view this cornerstone tradition. Can’t make it back? View a live stream of the parade on the Mizzou livestream page. Plan your spot with the parade map before you head out!
Romp, Chomp and Stomp Tailgate 8:30 a.m.
Carnahan Quadrangle
Gather with thousands of students and alumni as we celebrate Homecoming by rejuvenating a lost tradition from the 1950s. Enjoy live entertainment, a spirit rally, food and drinks. Admission is FREE and food and beverage vendors will be available. Note: The Homecoming Romp, Chomp & Stomp will take the place of Tiger Landing on Oct. 27 immediately following the conclusion of the Homecoming Parade..
Free Fall Movie! Ice Age 4: ParaNorman 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
Forum 8, Columbia
Capital 8, Jefferson City
Check out a movie for free at Goodrich Quality Theatres on Saturday and Sundays through November 4th! Everyone is free!
2012 BYOBW “Track or Treat” 9-10:30 a.m.
ARC, Columbia
Riders can bring their fanciest Big Wheel, tricycle, or other pedal powered vehicle and cruise the ARC Track! Halloween props will be set up for an exciting haunted ride and great photo ops for parents! Tons of prizes and awards will be given to all riders and mileage will be recorded. All equipment must be clean and approved by event staff before entering the track surface. Absolutely no bicycles! Track is closed to walkers/joggers during event. Don’t forget the costume!Ages 2-6, Price $5
Open Recreation in the Game Room 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Armory, Columbia
Bored on Saturday mornings and afternoons? Come to the Armory to play pool, ping-pong, foosball, shuffleboard, air hockey, Xbox360, safe darts, arcade games or just watch a movie.
Orscheln Farm & Home Craft 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Make an itsy bitsy spider! Cost: Free
Lowe’s Build & Grow Workshop 10 a.m.
Build & Grow Workshop: Creepy Keeper. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project-themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project. Be sure to pre-register as space is limited. Cost: FREE
Barnes & Noble Storytime 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Jefferson City
Free Storytime for pre-K children. Small snack and craft to accompany the stories.
Halloween Storytime 11 a.m.
Barnes & Noble, Columbia
“The Monsters’ Monster” by Patrick McDonnell is our Halloween Storytime this year! Three rascals decide to build a monster of their own but he isn’t what the creatures were expecting. Come in costume and bring your treat bag!
Bass Pro Halloween Events: Photos (12-5 p.m.), Coloring Sheets Craft (1-4 p.m.), Grab an Apple (1-3 p.m.)
Haunted Museum (6-8:30 p.m.)
Pickard Hall, University of Missouri
Everyone is welcome to this event where children, students and grown-ups can tour the museum and see various artwork come to life! No preregistration is required.
Halloween Events 6-8 p.m.
Michael’s, Columbia
Duct Tape Pail or Tote Event w/ purchase plus face painting and a Halloween Parade. Ages 3 & up.
Family Ghost Stories 7 p.m.
Missouri River Regional Library, Jefferson City
Missouri storyteller Larry Brown spins an hour of family-friendly ghost stories at the library.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Free Fall Movie! Ice Age 4: ParaNorman 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.
Forum 8, Columbia
Capital 8, Jefferson City
Check out a movie for free at Goodrich Quality Theatres on Saturday and Sundays through November 4th! Everyone is free!
Kids Fall Activity: Decorate a Pumpkin! 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
North Village Arts District Farmers & Artisans Market
Join us for creativity and fun and make a special fall activity!
Bass Pro Halloween Events: Photos (12-5 p.m.), Coloring Sheets Craft (1-4 p.m.), Scavenger Hunt (1-3 p.m.)
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