Missouri hosts various autumn festivals and seasonal events

Missouri is hosting a variety of seasonal events and festivals throughout late September and early October 2026. Regional activities include the 95th Annual Plaza Art Fair in Kansas City, the Liberty Fall Festival, and NASCAR weekend at Kansas Speedway.

In the Branson and southwest Missouri areas, festivities include the Historic Downtown Branson Fall Fest, the Black Walnut Festival, and various pumpkin and corn maze events. The Lake of the Ozarks region will host the Jeep 2026 show and an in-water boat show.

Additionally, the 17th annual Great Northwest Winefest is scheduled for October 3, 2026, at Griffith Park in Mound City. The event features tastings from regional wineries, breweries, and distilleries, alongside live music and food vendors. The Winefest serves as a fundraiser for Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation, a nonprofit supporting local entrepreneurs.