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Bring friends, colleagues, or your boss and impress everyone with Columbia's newest event venue that bolsters stunning design and an inviting atmosphere. At Para you have options to pick from: an auditorium, annex (includes the Refresh Bar), courtyard, conference rooms, or book the whole campus! We can accommodate large or small groups which we will customize your experience to fit your needs.

Thursday Night LiveWe’ll be taking a break for the summer and picking back up in the fall.Summer schedules look differen...
04/21/2026

Thursday Night Live

We’ll be taking a break for the summer and picking back up in the fall.

Summer schedules look different for everyone, but that doesn’t mean the connection has to stop

The best part of these nights has never just been the events — it’s the people
So keep it going. Invite someone to grab coffee, start a game night, meet up at the park

We’ll see you again this fall 🤝

04/17/2026

Last night’s Pickleball Night was a good one 🤍

The weather was perfect, the games got competitive (in the best way), and somehow we always manage to keep it fun and casual at the same time

The kids were all in — running around, playing, and of course finishing off the popsicles like pros. There was plenty of shouting, laughter, and a few surprise performances (some people really locked in 👀)

Boys vs. Girls is now tied 2–2, so we’ll have to settle that next time

New faces became familiar, and it turned into one of those nights where everything just felt easy and good

And yes… Pastor Ben is okay

That wraps up our last Thursday Night Live for the summer. Grateful for everyone who showed up, invited friends, and made these nights what they are

We’ll be back in the fall 🤝

In the meantime, don’t let this be the end of it — keep showing up for each other

🏓 Thursday Night Live: Pickleball NightThis Thursday we’re heading back to the park for another Pickleball Night — a fun...
04/13/2026

🏓 Thursday Night Live: Pickleball Night

This Thursday we’re heading back to the park for another Pickleball Night — a fun, active way to get outside and spend time in community

We’ll have refreshing drinks and popsicles, and a mix of games, laughs, and friendly competition
Whether you’re playing or just hanging out, it’s a great way to be part of the night

We’ll have paddles available, but feel free to bring your own if you have them

Everyone is welcome. It’s free to come

📍 Albert-Oakland Park
🕕 Thursday at 6:00pm

Game Night at Para looked a little different this week — smaller, quieter, but just as meaningful 🤍Sometimes the smaller...
04/10/2026

Game Night at Para looked a little different this week — smaller, quieter, but just as meaningful 🤍

Sometimes the smaller nights end up being the ones where you connect the most. Conversations last longer, games feel more personal, and people don’t stay strangers for long

It’s funny how whether there are 15 people or 75, it still ends up feeling the same — like you’re just there with the people around you

Games were played, laughs were shared, and it turned into one of those simple, good nights

And a little bonus behind the scenes — childcare was full of life too. Lots of play, a movie (Zootopia 2), and even a little dance performance from the kids

This is Thursday Night Live

🎲 Thursday Night Live at Para: Game NightThis Thursday we’re hosting Game Night — a simple, fun night to relax, play, an...
04/06/2026

🎲 Thursday Night Live at Para: Game Night

This Thursday we’re hosting Game Night — a simple, fun night to relax, play, and be in community

We’ll have games, snacks, and drinks ready
Come try something new, teach a game you love, or just hang out and meet new people

Everyone is welcome. It’s free to come, and free childcare is provided
Come with friends or come solo — either way, you’re invited

📍 The Para Project — 300 Portland St
🕕 Thursday at 6:00pm

Easter at Para was something special 🤍😇Even with the rain moving things indoors, the night didn’t miss a beat. The space...
04/06/2026

Easter at Para was something special 🤍😇

Even with the rain moving things indoors, the night didn’t miss a beat. The space was full of families, kids running around, and so many moments that made it feel alive!

Face painting, crafts, bounce houses, popcorn, cotton candy, pizza — and a whole lot of excitement leading up to the Easter Egg Hunt

The highlight ended up being the glow in the dark egg hunt. The kids’ reactions said everything!

Huge thank you to the volunteers who made the night possible. It took a lot of people coming together, and it showed

Just a really fun night for families and our community

🎬 Good Friday at Para: The Passion of the ChristThis Good Friday, we’re gathering for a showing of The Passion of the Ch...
03/30/2026

🎬 Good Friday at Para: The Passion of the Christ

This Good Friday, we’re gathering for a showing of The Passion of the Christ — a space to slow down, reflect, and remember

Whether you’ve seen it before or not, you’re invited to come and experience the story together ✝👑

We’ll have light refreshments available
Everyone is welcome. It’s FREE to come. FREE CHILDCARE will be provided.

📍 The Para Project — 300 Portland St
📅 Friday, April 3
🕕 6:00pm

🐣 Thursday Night Live at Para: Easter Egg HuntThis Thursday we’re celebrating the season with a Community Easter Egg Hun...
03/30/2026

🐣 Thursday Night Live at Para: Easter Egg Hunt

This Thursday we’re celebrating the season with a Community Easter Egg Hunt at Para!

Bring the kids and come enjoy a fun evening together with activities and plenty of eggs to find 🥚🔍

Doors open at 5:00pm with activities, and the Easter Egg Hunt begins at 5:30pm

Everyone is welcome. It’s free to come, and the kids’ activities will be available throughout the evening

📍 The Para Project — 300 Portland St
🕠 Doors open at 5:00pm | Egg Hunt at 5:30pm

Last night at the park was something special 🤍A mix of competition and play — games got intense, but never too serious 🥒...
03/27/2026

Last night at the park was something special 🤍

A mix of competition and play — games got intense, but never too serious 🥒🎾
People were laughing, cheering each other on, and jumping in whether they’d played before or not

Popsicles brought everyone back to childhood for a minute, kids were running around, and the weather couldn’t have been better ☀️

Just a really good night to be outside, be together, and enjoy it

This is what Thursday Night Live looks like — and there’s more where that came from!

🏓 Thursday Night Live: Pickleball TournamentThis Thursday we’re switching it up with a Pickleball Tournament at the park...
03/24/2026

🏓 Thursday Night Live: Pickleball Tournament

This Thursday we’re switching it up with a Pickleball Tournament at the park — a fun, competitive night with plenty of laughs and community!

Whether you’re playing or just coming to hang out, you’re invited
Come compete, cheer people on, or just be part of the night

Everyone is welcome. It’s free to come

📍 Albert-Oakland Park
🕕 Thursday at 6:00pm


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300 Portland Street, Suite 140
Columbia, MO
65201

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Monday 7am - 2pm
Tuesday 7am - 2pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm

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