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October Events: Fall Fun in Cape Girardeau

October in Cape Girardeau is packed with fun and festive activities! Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a quick roundup of some exciting events happening around town:

  • All Together Now | Bedell Performance Hall at the River Campus
    • Date: October 3 at 7:30 PM
    • Join the Chamber and University Choirs in a celebration of cultures, voicings, and collaborations. 
  • 2024 Tour de Cape | Downtown Cape Girardeau
    • Date: October 5 at 8:30 AM
    • The 25th Annual Tour de Cape is a charity ride originating in historic downtown Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
  • SEMO Women’s Volleyball vs. Tennessee State University | Houck Field House
    • Date: October 5 at 2:00 PM
    • Come watch your Lady Redhawks serve up some family fun and excitement at Houck Field House!
  • Nature Center Game Night | Nature Center
    • Date: October 10 at 6:30 PM
    • This monthly event will begin with a short program highlighting a different nature-themed board game. After the intro…let the games begin! There will be games available for all experience levels.
  • American Ghost Project – Sip N Spook | Kenny’s Flippin Burgers
    • Date: October 11 at 6:30 PM
    • Join us for a spooky good time at Kenny’s Flippin Burgers! Get ready for a night of chilling drinks, delicious bites, and ghostly fun. Dress up in your most frightful costume and enjoy the eerie atmosphere. 
  • Riverfront Fall Festival | Downtown Cape Girardeau
    • Date: October 19 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • This one-day festival will celebrate the autumn season in southeast Missouri. Enjoy special work from local artisans, delicious food, amazing entertainment, and much more!
  • SEMO Homecoming | Houck Stadium
    • Date: October 26 – Parade: 9:30 AM | Game time: 2:00 PM
    • Start your day with the homecoming parade, then watch your SEMO Redhawks take on Gardner-Webb at Houck Stadium! 

Mark your calendar and enjoy all the fall festivities Cape Girardeau has to offer!

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11Nov
Veterans Day at Fort D Historic Site
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - Wednesday, November 11, 2026 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM Fort D Historic Site 920 Fort Street
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11Nov
NUTCRACKER! MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - Wednesday, November 11, 2026 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM Donald C. Bedell Performance Hall 518 S Fountain St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, United States
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11Nov
South Side Farms 573 Market
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - Wednesday, November 11, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM South Side Farms 573 900 S West End Blvd, Cape Girardeau, MO, United States, 63703
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12Nov
Cape Farmer’s Market
Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Thursday, November 12, 2026 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM West Park Mall Parking Lot Mount Auburn Rd Entrance, Cape Girardeau, MO, United States, 63701
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14Nov
The Next Level
Saturday, November 14, 2026 - Saturday, November 14, 2026 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center 132 Main St
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18Nov
South Side Farms 573 Market
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 - Wednesday, November 18, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM South Side Farms 573 900 S West End Blvd, Cape Girardeau, MO, United States, 63703
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19Nov
Cape Farmer’s Market
Thursday, November 19, 2026 - Thursday, November 19, 2026 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM West Park Mall Parking Lot Mount Auburn Rd Entrance, Cape Girardeau, MO, United States, 63701
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20Nov
Crafts & Cider
Friday, November 20, 2026 - Friday, November 20, 2026 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM A.C. Brase Arena Building 410 Kiwanis Drive
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21Nov
Ha Ha Tonka
Saturday, November 21, 2026 - Saturday, November 21, 2026 08:00 PM - 11:00 PM Scout Hall 420 Broadway | Cape Girardeau, MO
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21Nov
Arts & Crafts Extravaganza
Saturday, November 21, 2026 - Sunday, November 22, 2026 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM Show Me Center & Osage Centre 1333 Sprigg St., Cape Girardeau, MO 1625 N. Kingshighway St., Cape Girardeau, MO
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21Nov
Crafts & Cider
Saturday, November 21, 2026 - Saturday, November 21, 2026 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM A.C. Brase Arena Building 410 Kiwanis Drive
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22Nov
Crafts & Cider
Sunday, November 22, 2026 - Sunday, November 22, 2026 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM A.C. Brase Arena Building 410 Kiwanis Drive
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