Community Events
Battle of the Badges Backpack Food Drive
Now – Nov 30
A friendly competition between local law, EMS, fire departments, and dispatch. Participating departments include Bonne Terre Police, Desloge Fire/Police, Doe Run Fire, Farmington Fire, Leadwood Fire, St. Francois County Ambulance District/IAFF Local 3705, St. Francois County Joint Commission Center & St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department
Farmington Sports Complex Renaming Ceremony
Oct 4
4 pm
1100 Sainte Genevieve Avenue in Farmington
The City of Farmington will hold a re-dedication ceremony on October 4, 2024, at 4 pm to rename the Farmington Sports Complex after long-time Farmington Parks and Recreation employee, Bud Norman.
Bud Norman was employed with the City of Farmington from 1977 to 2022 and worked as the Parks and Recreation Director. Bud is well remembered for his work with the department and for creating many programs, including the Wiggle and Giggle Fishing Derby. He was an integral part of the development of the city’s parks and recreation facilities. Notable achievements include the development of Engler Park, Farmington Sk8 Park, and numerous other recreational amenities.
The Farmington Sports Complex, located at 1100 Sainte Genevieve Avenue in Farmington, consists of 4 baseball/softball fields, batting cages, a playground, and concessions. It regularly hosts games and tournaments and is open to the public. After the re-dedication, work will begin on the renovation of the sports complex, including a new concession stand, new bathrooms, signage, backstops, fencing, dugouts, and equipment.
The City of Farmington welcomes the public to attend the ceremony. For more information regarding the Farmington Parks and Recreation Department please call the Farmington Civic Center at 573-756-0900 or visit farmington-mo.gov.
Old Miner’s Day
Oct 4-5
Viburnum, MO
The weekend of events will kick-off on Friday evening, October 4th at 5 starting with the Tiny Tot Contest and Miss Viburnum Scholarship Pageant, which will take place in the Elmer P. Beard Gymnasium. Then on Saturday the 5th, starting at 9 am, there’s going to be free mine tours, live music and entertainment, kids games & activities, craft vendors and awesome food booths set up in the Viburnum Shopping Center. That Saturday night at 6:30, it will be special entertainment from Inspyral Circus who will perform in the Elmer P. Beard Gymnasium. Old Miners Days also features a children’s parade, the grand parade, and a whole lot more.
Oct 5
10 am – 4 pm
Washington State Park, 13041 State Hwy 104, Desoto, MO
The event will include a handmade item and craft fair featuring a variety of vendors from Missouri, as well as fall crafts and activities for kids. Food and concession items will be available for purchase. All activities will take place in and around Shelter #2 in the Big River Day-Use Area.
Potential vendors of handmade and handcrafted items for the festival should contact the park office at 636-586-5768 to receive an application for the event.
All events are weather and conditions permitting and subject to change.
Terre du Lac Fall Festival
Oct 5
10 am – 7 pm
Terre du Lac Park, Bonne Terre, MO 63628
The event will feature two bands, an MC, a Kids Zone, a car show, and cornhole tournaments, and is set to host 60 craft vendors. Craft vendors are available from 10 am to 4 pm.
10th Annual Mineral Area Bluegrass Festival
Oct 5
10 am – 10 pm
Leadwood City Park
Entry: $5 for adults | Kids 12 & under free
Music featuring Billy Yates, Final Authority, Route 67, The Baker Family, Peyton Moses, Open Highway, The West County Concert Choir & more.
Food & other family attractions will be available with a special Veteran’s salute and tribute to local law enforcement, EMS and service men & women.
A Small Town Christmas Parade
Dec 9
6 pm
Leadwood, MO
The first annual Small Town Christmas Parade will start at the Old West County High School on Main Street and end at Santa’s Wonderland at the City Park. Kids will be able to see Santa at the end of the parade.
Those who would like to appear in the parade should contact Leadwood City Hall.