

# Events & Things To Do In Joplin on 16th April 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Joplin on 16th April 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Joplin on 16th April 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: April Third Thursday - Route 66 Fest
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/april-third-thursday-route-66-fest/200029513022957
  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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  - **Categories**: festivals, harvest-festival, dog
- **Event Name**: Pitch Palooza 2026 - High School + Collegiate Tracks
  - **Description**: Ready to take your ideas to the next level? Join us at Pitch Palooza in April hosted by Missouri Southern State University! We are proud to partner with Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, Carthage Chamber of Commerce, Crowder College, and Shadow + Light Cre
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/pitch-palooza-2026-high-school-collegiate-tracks/200029513024905
  - **Venue**: 3950 Newman Road, Plaster Hall, Joplin, MO 64801
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- **Event Name**: Warhog @ Blackthorn Pizza & Pub
  - **Description**: All ages
Lineup TBD
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/warhog-blackthorn-pizza-and-pub/200029625851834
  - **Venue**: Blackthorn Pizza &amp; Pub
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- **Event Name**: Book Discussion: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
  - **Description**: Join in as we chat about The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. 

Two opportunities to join on the 16th, 1 pm and 6 pm!

This discussion is part of Joplin Reads Together, the library's Community Read designed for adults. No registration, fee, or library car
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/book-discussion-the-correspondent-by-virginia-evans/200029827370620
  - **Venue**: Joplin Public Library
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- **Event Name**: EARLY ALL AGES SHOW!!! Warhog, Kurb Check and The Coventry Sacrifice at Blackthorn Pizza and Pub
  - **Description**: EARLY ALL AGES SHOW!!! Show starts at 6:30pm, $10 cover, all ages until 10pm.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 24
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/early-all-ages-show-warhog-kurb-check-and-the-coventry-sacrifice-at-blackthorn-pizza-and-pub/200029866383338
  - **Venue**: 510 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801
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## Trending Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: May Third Thursday - Outdoors in the Ozarks
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: April Third Thursday - Route 66 Fest
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: June Third Thursday - You Belong in Joplin
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: July Third Thursday - Downtown Waterfest
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: October Third Thursday - Harvest Festival
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: September Third Thursday - Green and Gold
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

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  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Mother Road Mayhem 2026 - Lifted & Lowered Trucks, Cars, Jeeps, sxs, & more
  - **Description**: Join Us for the 6th Annual Mother Road Mayhem

May 15th–16th, 2026 | Joplin, Missouri

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend at Mother Road Mayhem 2026, the ultimate lifted &amp; lowered truck, car, Jeep, SXS &amp; automotive showcase, returning to
  - **Venue**: 3980 W Birdsong, Joplin Mo 64801
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- **Event Name**: Centennial RT66 Balloon Festival, Joplin, MO
  - **Description**: 🥳Centennial Route 66 Annual Balloon Festival Joplin, Mo returns  Aug. 28-30th 2026🎈💜

Three days of family friendly entertainment at the Route 66 Fairgrounds &amp; event Center featuring over a dozen hot air balloons, kite show, helicopter rides, tethered
  - **Venue**: Route 66 Fairgrounds
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- **Event Name**: JOMO Pridefest 2026 - "Pride on 66"
  - **Description**: Our BIGGEST PRIDE YET! Take a Trip on Route 66 Celebrating 100 Years of Pride on the Mother Road for Southwest Missouri's Largest FREE 3-Day Pride Festival! Big announcements in store stay tuned! Until then mark your calendars for September 4-6th 2026 for
  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Joplin?
  - **A:** April Third Thursday - Route 66 Fest (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:30 pm at Downtown Joplin), Pitch Palooza 2026 - High School + Collegiate Tracks (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:00 am at 3950 Newman Road, Plaster Hall, Joplin, MO 64801), Warhog @ Blackthorn Pizza & Pub (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:30 pm at Blackthorn Pizza &amp; Pub), Book Discussion: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (Thu Apr 16 2026 at Joplin Public Library), EARLY ALL AGES SHOW!!! Warhog, Kurb Check and The Coventry Sacrifice at Blackthorn Pizza and Pub (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:30 pm at 510 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Joplin in April 2026?
  - **A:** April Third Thursday - Route 66 Fest (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 05:30 pm at Downtown Joplin), Pitch Palooza 2026 - High School + Collegiate Tracks (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 08:00 am at 3950 Newman Road, Plaster Hall, Joplin, MO 64801), Warhog @ Blackthorn Pizza & Pub (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:30 pm at Blackthorn Pizza &amp; Pub), Book Discussion: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (Thu Apr 16 2026 at Joplin Public Library), EARLY ALL AGES SHOW!!! Warhog, Kurb Check and The Coventry Sacrifice at Blackthorn Pizza and Pub (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:30 pm at 510 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Joplin?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Joplin on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Joplin?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Joplin include Downtown Joplin, 3950 Newman Road, Plaster Hall, Joplin, MO 64801, Blackthorn Pizza &amp; Pub.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Joplin include Downtown Joplin Alliance, Missouri SBDC at MSSU (at Missouri Southern State University), Warhog.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Joplin.

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