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We Believe Life’s Worth Celebrating

From our annual Oktoberfest in the fall to our weekly municipal band concerts in the summer, we’ve always got some way for you to get out, get some air, and be among friends. Check out our upcoming events.

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Upcoming Events

  • Rockin’ the Rock Garden/ Josh Driskill

    Rock Garden North High Street and W Independence Street, Jackson, MO, United States

    Join us for our Rockin' the Rock Garden live music concert series!

  • Chocolate Express

    Iron Mountain Railway 252 E. Jackson Blvd., Jackson, MO

    Join us for all the chocolate you can eat on the Chocolate Express. Be sure to hold on to your purse because the Iron Mountain James Gang will probably be lurking around.

  • Jackson High School Multi-Class Reunion Weekend 1984-1994

    The Pit/Uptown Jackson/Iron Mountain Railroad

    The reunion is open to JHS gradutes! We will have a tailgate before the football game at the Pit and street party uptown hosted by the class of 1989 after the game. On Saturday the reunion will take place at the St Louis Iron Mountain Railway starting at 5. Food, drinks will be available. Free caboose rides. Project 573 band and an 80’s DJ. Join us! Tickets are available on EventBrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jackson-high-school-multi-year-class-reunion-1984-1994-jackson-missouri-tickets-911510300847?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

  • Rockin’ the Rock Garden/ Chris Welch

    Rock Garden North High Street and W Independence Street, Jackson, MO, United States

    Join us for our live music concert series, Rockin' the Rock Garden!

  • Uptown Jackson Oktoberfest

    Uptown Jackson 101 Court St, Jackson, MO, United States

    Historic Uptown Jackson is the place to be for Oktoberfest- live music, local vendors, craft beer, pet parade, and so much more!

  • Santa Express Train

    Iron Mountain Railway 252 E. Jackson Blvd., Jackson, MO

    Starting after Thanksgiving through Christmas, join us the best Christmas train around. It's a themed train stuffed with Christmas Magic, songs, games, food, and fun! Reservations by phone only!

  • Uptown Jackson Springfest

    Jackson Civic Center 381 E Deerwood Dr, Jackson, MO

    Springfest is Uptown Jackson's biggest fundraiser and highlight of the year! This annual event features a Piccadilly-style auction, a live auction, and a variety of fun games. Dinner is provided, and there is a cash bar available for your enjoyment. It’s a fantastic way to support a good cause while having a great time!

  • Jackson In Bloom

    Uptown Jackson 101 Court St, Jackson, MO, United States

    Jackson in Bloom is a celebration of spring on High Street.

    This event focuses on landscaping, gardening, earth-friendly products/services, pets, kids, and outdoor activities. Get your hanging baskets and plants at the Jackson High School Plant Sale and other landscaping vendors, learn something about gardening and nature.

    Other activities include kid's corner, food, crafts, vendors and a dog show!

  • Uptown Jackson Oktoberfest

    Uptown Jackson 101 Court St, Jackson, MO, United States

    Jackson Oktoberfest is back!

    We are excited to host this event on October 3-4, 2025. We will now be in our eleventh year and continuing to grow - expecting to attract more than 20,000 locals and travelers!

    Oktoberfest is presented in the style of a German Festival. We feature live music, authentic food and beer, and family-friendly activities to give one the sense of adventure that a trip to Munich would provide!

    More information on the specifics of the event is on our Facebook page at:

    www.facebook.com/UptownJacksonOktoberfest

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From professional to family events, weddings to reunions to business meetings, Jackson is home to a variety of venues with just the right space and feel for whatever event you need to host.

Rusted Route Farms
Rusted Route Farms
Jackson Civic Center
Jackson Civic Center
Knollcrest
Knollcrest
Hubble Creek Venue
Hubble Creek Venue
Waters Edge
Waters Edge
Sweet Pecan Farms
Sweet Pecan Farms
American Legion
American Legion
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Knights of Columbus Hall
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