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Ultimate Jefferson City Fall Events & Festivals 2025

Looking for a weekend getaway this fall? Check out all these events in Jefferson City, Missouri.

By Jordan Blomquist

Sep 2024

As the season shifts, there are an endless number of things to do this season in Jefferson City, Missouri.

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Between fall festivals, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, seasonal menus and so much more, fall is one of our favorite seasons. Jefferson City is less than three hours away from Springfield and makes the perfect weekend trip—or even day trip—to do all the fun fall things. Add these items to your checklist this season. 

Fischer Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze is a classic spot for families.
Enjoy hayrides, corn boxes and more at Fischer Farms.
Fischer Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze will bring Fall fun to all ages.
Photos courtesy Fischer Farms
Kids will love the pumpkin patch at Rhymers Ridge.
Rhymers Ridge is the perfect fall festival for craft beer lovers.
Photos courtesy Rhymers Ridge

Rhymers Ridge Pumpkin Patch has Unicorn Rides, Hayrides and More

Rhymers Ridge also has family-friendly pumpkin patch fun, with unicorn rides, peacocks, goats, donkeys, calves and sheep. This family-owned and operated pumpkin patch and fall festival takes place on a working cattle farm, where hayrides run continuously throughout the festival grounds. 

Location: 5620 Buffalo Rd., Jefferson City, MO

The Missouri State Penitentiary Museum Offers a Deeper Look at Prison History

You may have toured the Missouri State Penitentiary before, but have you explored its museum? Complementing the penitentiary tours, the museum dives deeper into the prison’s 168-year history. Inside, you’ll find original memorabilia, artifacts and even a replica cell that offers a glimpse into what life was like behind bars.

Location: You’ll find the museum in the lower level of the Col. Darwin W. Marmaduke House, 700 E. Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO.
Cost: Admission is just $2 per person, and free if you’ve already booked a tour.

The Show Me State Air brings aviation to Jefferson City.
The Show Me State Air Show offers hands-on STEM experiences.
Photos courtesy Stearman Flight and the Commemorative Air Force

Show Me State Air Show Brings Aviation and STEM Fun to Jefferson City

The Show Me State Air Show brings excitement to Central Missouri while honoring current and former military members. The event connects the community, offers hands-on STEM experiences and showcases aviation and the organizations that keep it soaring in the Show Me State.

When: September 13–14
Location: 500 Airport Rd., Jefferson City, MO
Cost: Admission is $10 per person, $5 for children ages 5–10 and free for ages 4 and under.

Participate in a stien holding contest at Jefferson City’s Oktoberfest.
The Dachshund Derby is a highlight of Jefferson City's Oktoberfest.
Photos courtesy Jefferson City
Local musicians transform neighborhood porches into lively stages.
Art and music is what makes up Porchfest in Jefferson City, MO.
Local musicians playing at Porchfest in Jefferson City, MO.
Photos courtesy JC Parks

Experience Porchfest JCMO’s Live Music and Community Celebration in Jefferson City This October

Porchfest JCMO is a free, family-friendly celebration of music and community. Local musicians transform neighborhood porches into lively stages, carrying through the streets with performances that bring neighbors together. Alongside the concerts, you’ll find live art and hands-on crafts for all ages, making it a true fall gathering for everyone to enjoy.

When: 1–4 p.m. on October 5
Location: Forest Hill Ave. and West Main St., Jefferson City, MO

Enjoy a night out in Jefferson City, MO at the CRMU Amphitheater.
CRMU Amphitheater is a great place to enjoy concerts in the fall time.
The CRMU Amphitheater recently renovated and celebrated its first season in 2021.
Photos courtesy Capital Region Amphitheater

CRMU Amphitheater Welcomes Fall Concerts Featuring Lonestar, Pam Tillis and More

The CRMU Amphitheater in Jefferson City hosts concerts and a variety of community events. This recently renovated landmark celebrated its first season in 2021, continuing a 65-year legacy. Check out its lineup this fall:

Lonestar
September 6

Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan
September 18

AJ Croce
September 26

Michael W. Smith
October 10