# Events & Things To Do In Joplin This Weekend | April 17-19, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Joplin is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Joplin this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

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## Weekend Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: 1 year Anniversary Meeting of MO-Kan Nurse Honor Guard
  - **Description**: April 2026 monthly meeting will be a celebration of the 1st Anniversary of the founding of the Mo-Kan Nurse Honor Guard. All members are encouraged to attend this celebration and any nurse interested in becoming a member.
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/1-year-anniversary-meeting-of-mo-kan-nurse-honor-guard/200029580798541
  - **Venue**: Freeman Business Center
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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**: 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**: 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**: 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**: 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 & lowered truck, car, Jeep, SXS & 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 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! Big announcements in store stay tuned! Until then mark your calendars for September 4-6th 2026 for
  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: August Third Thursday - Dog Days of Summer
  - **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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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Joplin?
  - **A:** 1 year Anniversary Meeting of MO-Kan Nurse Honor Guard (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at Freeman Business Center).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Joplin today April 19, 2026?
  - **A:** 1 year Anniversary Meeting of MO-Kan Nurse Honor Guard (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at Freeman Business Center).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Joplin this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** 1 year Anniversary Meeting of MO-Kan Nurse Honor Guard (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at Freeman Business Center).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Joplin in April 2026?
  - **A:** 1 year Anniversary Meeting of MO-Kan Nurse Honor Guard (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at Freeman Business Center).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Joplin?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend 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 Weekend 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 Weekend events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Joplin include Freeman Business Center.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend 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 Weekend events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Joplin.

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