# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Joplin 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Joplin with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
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Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Joplin with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Joplin.

## Thanksgiving Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: Wild Turkey Doubles 2026
  - **Description**: Back by popular demand….Thanksgiving Eve Wild Turkey Doubles

When: Wednesday, November 25th
Check in @6pm, Bowl at 7pm

Cost: $100 per Doubles Team

Handicap: 80% of 440 
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/wild-turkey-doubles-2026/200030571587010
  - **Venue**: Carl Richard's 4th Street Bowl
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- **Event Name**: Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner & Dance
  - **Description**: Western Twirlers invites you to join us in honoring our veterans at our traditional Thanksgiving Dinner. November 7th, 2026
5:30pm - 6:30pm live music from the band Second Generation 
6:00pm Thanksgiving Dinner
7:00pm-9:30pm Square Dance with guest caller
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat Nov 07 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/veterans-thanksgiving-dinner-and-dance/200030535938201
  - **Venue**: Square Dance Center 1801 W 2nd, Joplin, Mo 64801
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## Trending Events in Joplin

- **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 featuring over a dozen hot air balloons, kite show, helicopter rides, tethered balloon rides, food truck and vendor's market,
  - **Venue**: Missouri Southern State University
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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! Mark your calendars for "Pride on 66!" September 4-6th in Downtown, Joplin!

Fri 4th
Route 66 Prid
  - **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.

T
  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Rt. 66 Balloon Festival - Friday
  - **Venue**: Route 66 Fairgrounds - Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Rt. 66 Balloon Festival - Sunday
  - **Venue**: Route 66 Fairgrounds - Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Rt. 66 Balloon Festival - Saturday
  - **Venue**: Route 66 Fairgrounds - Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Upper Iowa Peacocks at Missouri Southern Lions Football at Fred G. Hughes Stadium
  - **Venue**: Fred G. Hughes Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Royal Disorder Tattoo Expo -2nd Annual-
  - **Description**: We’re Baaaaack for round 2!!!! 
We had so much fun last year with everyone, we’re Having our 2nd Annual Royal Disorder Tattoo Expo!
Hosted by: Alex May, Tasha May, Flat Line Ink crew, & Trippy Butter.

Mark your Calendars for Sept 11th-13th 2026 held
  - **Venue**: Joplin Expo
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- **Event Name**: Royal Disorder Car Show
  - **Description**: 👑 Royal Disorder Tattoo Expo & Car Show 👑
Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Joplin! The Royal Disorder Tattoo Expo is back for 2026, and we are throwing down an massive, all-inclusive Car Show to close out the weekend with a bang!
Whether you
  - **Venue**: Joplin Expo
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Wild Turkey Doubles 2026 (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Carl Richard's 4th Street Bowl), Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner & Dance (Sat Nov 07 2026 at 05:30 pm at Square Dance Center 1801 W 2nd, Joplin, Mo 64801).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Joplin?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Joplin include Carl Richard's 4th Street Bowl, Square Dance Center 1801 W 2nd, Joplin, Mo 64801.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Joplin include Second Generation.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Joplin.

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