

# Events & Things To Do In Joplin on 23rd May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Joplin on 23rd May 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 23rd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: Joplin EXPO Pokemon & Sports card show
  - **Description**: 🥰With overwhelming requests......... 🥰

🤩Case Hit Promotions Presents........🤩   

💥150+ TABLES💥Missouri &amp; Surrounding states FINEST VENDORS

📢Where: JOPLIN EXPO 101 N Range Line Rd, Joplin, MO 64801

🍑When: MAY 23RD &amp; DECEMBER 12TH, 2026

📌Exclus
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/joplin-expo-pokemon-and-sports-card-show/200029486882000
  - **Venue**: Joplin Expo
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  - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, sports, pokemon
- **Event Name**: 11th VW500 Annual Memorial Day Weekend Cruise
  - **Description**: Save the date: Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (May 23-25) is going to be one you don’t want to miss! 

It’s the 11th Vw500 Memorial Day Weekend Cruise. One of the largest Volkswagen Road Rallies/ Cruise/ Rolling Car Show in the Midwest. 

If you have an old Vi
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:30 am – Mon May 25 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/11th-vw500-annual-memorial-day-weekend-cruise/200028329710430
  - **Venue**: Route 66
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  - **Categories**: memorial-day, car-shows, trips-adventures, camping
- **Event Name**: BJJ 🥋 TAKEDOWN CLINIC – FUNDRAISER 🥋
  - **Description**: We have 3 young athletes from our team who have earned the opportunity to compete at Junior Olympics—and are on track to qualify for the Pan American Games this November.

They’ve put in the work. Now it’s about giving them the opportunity to step onto th
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 23 2026 at 11:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/bjj-takedown-clinic-fundraiser/200029873876320
  - **Venue**: 3120 S Main St Suite 1, Joplin, MO
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, contests, sports, workshops
- **Event Name**: March For Jesus
  - **Description**: May 23 2026
Put it on your calendar 
Post post and repost
Tell your church, family, and neighbors 
This is a world wide March on Pentecost weekend!! Downtown Joplin
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 23 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/march-for-jesus/200029613520918
  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Why Bother- Dystopia EP Release w/ special guests EdgeOverEdge and The Collective
  - **Description**: Why Bother is releasing their EP titled Dystopia. With special guests EdgeOverEdge and The Collective. 21&amp; up. Show starts at 9 pm
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/why-bother-dystopia-ep-release-w-special-guests-edgeoveredge-and-the-collective/200029808934755
  - **Venue**: Blackthorn Pizza &amp; Pub
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- **Event Name**: SoMO Ultreya - West - May 2026
  - **Description**: YOU ARE INVITED!
Join Cursillistas from the West side of our diocese on Saturday May 23rd.

We will begin @ 9:30 with Adoration and a gathering at 10:00.

We will have tome for prayer, snacks, grouping, and a witness talk.

Please bring a snack to share a
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/somo-ultreya-west-may-2026/200029728486150
  - **Venue**: St. Peter The Apostle Catholic Church
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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:** Joplin EXPO Pokemon & Sports card show (Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am at Joplin Expo), 11th VW500 Annual Memorial Day Weekend Cruise (Sat May 23 2026 at 09:30 am at Route 66), BJJ 🥋 TAKEDOWN CLINIC – FUNDRAISER 🥋 (Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am at 3120 S Main St Suite 1, Joplin, MO), March For Jesus (Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am at Downtown Joplin), Why Bother- Dystopia EP Release w/ special guests EdgeOverEdge and The Collective (Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 pm at Blackthorn Pizza &amp; Pub).
- **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 Joplin Expo, Route 66, 3120 S Main St Suite 1, Joplin, MO.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Joplin include Case Hit Promotions, Richard Black, Joplin Judo & JiuJitsu.
- **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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