Downtown Jefferson City, Inc.

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Downtown Jefferson City, Inc. Downtown provides a central gathering place for entertainment, civic life and commerce and truly is the heart of our community.

The friendly, reinvigorated Downtown is Jefferson City's soul. The same pioneering spirit embedded in the designs of our downtown historic buildings is alive in the urban entrepreneurism that has emerged in recent years. You can feel the energy and optimism in the patterned sidewalks lined with trees, hanging baskets overflowing with flowers and coordinated lighting and benches. Numerous sidewalk dining venues and coffee shops allow shoppers and workers to linger to enjoy conversation with friends while basking in the sunshine and breeze coming from the Missouri river.

⭐'Twas the night before Halloween, and all through the town, Downtown   had fun brewing all around! 🎃👻 Here are tomorrow...
10/29/2026

⭐'Twas the night before Halloween, and all through the town, Downtown had fun brewing all around! 🎃👻 Here are tomorrow’s (10.30.26) events to check out before the spooky night comes about!

📚 At Missouri River Regional Library
Jefferson City Photo Club Exhibit
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/30/602189/jefferson-city-photo-club-exhibit/

☕ At Plate&Pour
Final Friday Coffee with Jefferson City Area Young Professionals
No agenda, just great conversations and coffee! Connect with other young professionals and start your Friday with a little networking.
https://www.facebook.com/JCMOYP

🎨 At Southbank Gift Company
Ephemera Friday Workshop
Join local artist Amy Meyer from 1–3 PM for a creative workshop using vintage papers, dried flowers, transfers, and other little treasures to make something uniquely yours. Registration is $5, plus the cost of materials. Call 573-659-4438 to reserve your spot!

🎤 At Cold Cocked Frozen Liqueurs
Cold Cocked Karaoke
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/60479-cold-cocked-frozen-liqueurs/events/2026/10/30/537092/cold-cocked-karaoke/

⛪ At St Peter Church
Enjoy food trucks, live music from Five-turn Knot, a Kids Zone, a b**r garden, and parish fellowship on Broadway!

Be sure to get your Downtown events posted to our community calendar at https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/calendar/ so we can tell the world what you have going on!

Just two days away from High Street Trick-or-Treating🎃
October 31 | 11 AM–2 PM
Get ready for Halloween fun on High Street! 👻

🛍️ Make the most of your Saturday and enjoy everything Downtown has to offer, head downtown and make the most of your Wednesday! Be sure to check the Downtown Jefferson City calendar for more events and details.

🛍️ Shops, Gifts & Experiences
American Shoe Store
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
Ana Marie's Bridal, Inc.
Mon: 10 AM–5 PM | Tue–Thu: 11 AM–6 PM | Fri: 10 AM–5 PM | Sat: 10 AM–4 PM | Sun: Closed
book/shop, etc.
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
Carrie's Hallmark Shop
Mon–Sat: 9 AM–6 PM | Sun: 12 PM–4 PM
Curious Turtle: Books, Toys and Games
Mon–Fri: 10 AM–5 PM | Sat: 10 AM–3 PM | Sun: Closed
Dreams to Reality and Resale Boutique
Teus: 10am–2pm | Wed: 4pm–6pm | Thu: 10am–6pm | Fri–Mon: Closed
River City Florist
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–6 PM | Sat: 8:30 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
Southbank Gift Company
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
UNIQUE CREATIONS LLC
Mon–Tue: Closed | Wed–Thu: 11 AM–6 PM | Fri: 11 AM–8 PM | Sat: 10 AM–7 PM | Sun: 1 PM–5 PM
Wildflower Lane
Mon: 10 AM–2 PM | Tue: Closed |Wed –Fri: 10 AM–6 PM | Sat: 9 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed

🍽️ Restaurants, Bars & Desserts
Arris' Pizza
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–9 PM | Sun: Closed
Barvino
Tue–Thu: 12 PM–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 12 PM–10 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
BarWhiskey
Tue–Thu: 3 PM–10 PM | Fri–Sat: 3 PM–11 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar - Jefferson City
Mon–Wed: 11 AM–11 PM | Thu–Fri: 11 AM–12:30 AM | Sat: 10:30 AM–12:30 AM | Sun: 10:30 AM–11 PM
Bones In The Alley
Mon–Thu: 11 AM–12 AM | Fri: 11 AM–1 AM | Sat: 5 PM–1 AM | Sun: Closed
Cold Cocked Frozen Liqueurs
Wed: 4 PM–9 PM | Thu: 4 PM–10 PM | Fri–Sat: 2 PM–11 PM | Sun–Tue: Closed
Gumbo Bottoms Alehaus
Mon–Tue: Closed | Wed–Fri: 4 PM–1 AM | Sat: 6 PM–1 AM | Sun: Closed
High Rise
Mon–Fri: 7 AM–2 PM | Sat–Sun: 8 AM–1 PM
High Street Pub
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–1:30 AM | Sun: Closed
Matriarcha Coffee and Kitchen
Mon–Tue: Closed | Wed–Fri: 7 AM–3 PM | Sat: 8 AM–3 PM | Sun: 8 AM–2 PM
Plate&Pour
Tue–Fri: 7 AM–2 PM | Sat: 8 AM–12 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
Red Wheel Steam House
Tue–Thu: 7 AM–6 PM | Fri: 7 AM–7 PM | Sat: 8:30 AM–4 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
Sawaddee Thai Cuisine
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–9 PM | Sun: 12 PM–8 PM
Sweet Smoke BBQ - Downtown
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–2 PM | Sun: Closed
Sugar Britches Bakery & More
Tue–Fri: 6:30 AM–4 PM | Sat: 8 AM–2 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
The Grand Cafe
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–9 PM | Sun: Closed
Yoyums
Mon: Closed | Tue–Thu: 12 PM–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 12 PM–10 PM | Sun: 12 PM–9 PM

🎭 Entertainment & Attractions

Check website/social for current schedule
JCmoma- Jefferson City Museum of Modern Art
Check website/social for current schedule)
Magnolia Dance Studio
Mon: 4:30 PM–9 PM | Tue: 5 PM–9 PM | Wed–Thu: 4:30 PM–9 PM | Fri: Closed | Sat: 9 AM–10 AM | Sun: Closed

🏛️ Community & Services
Central Bank
Mon –Fri: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM | Sat–Sun: Closed
Hawthorn Bank
Mon–Fri: 9 AM–4:30 PM | Sat–Sun: Closed
Missouri River Regional Library
Mon–Thu: 9 AM–8 PM | Fri: 9 AM– 6 PM | Sat: 9 AM–5 PM | Sun: 1 PM–5 PM

Be sure to get your Downtown events posted to our community calendar at https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/calendar/ so we can tell the world what you have going on!

You told us. Now comes the exciting part: turning 652 voices into momentum.Over this series we have shared what people l...
10/29/2026

You told us. Now comes the exciting part: turning 652 voices into momentum.

Over this series we have shared what people love about Downtown, what they want more of, the opportunities they see and the challenges they want addressed.

The work continues through the Missouri Main Street process and through the everyday work of businesses, property owners, entrepreneurs, residents, visitors, public agencies and community partners.

A thriving Downtown is built when businesses invest, property owners improve buildings, entrepreneurs take chances, residents show up, visitors discover something new, customers choose local and people care enough to share their ideas.

Thank you to all 652 people who did exactly that.

Keep talking to us. Keep showing up. Keep choosing Downtown .

We’re excited about what comes next and invite you to come support the efforts. ❤️

https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/2026/9/9/35553/652-voices-what-jefferson-citians-told-us-about-downtown-jefferson-city/

🍕 Who’s ready to make Wednesday a pizza night? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️Arris' Pizza has a deal you won’t want to miss! Today, October 28...
10/28/2026

🍕 Who’s ready to make Wednesday a pizza night? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

Arris' Pizza has a deal you won’t want to miss! Today, October 28, stop by their Downtown location for 50% OFF the Zeus Special in ALL sizes! 🎉

The Zeus is loaded with Greek sausage, Roma tomatoes, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, and pizza cheese — the perfect combination for your midweek pizza craving!

📅 Wednesday, October 28 | 4–9 PM
📍 Jefferson City location
💻 Order pickup online at https://www.arrispizzapalace.com
📞 Call 573-635-9225

Tag your pizza buddy and make plans for dinner in Downtown ! 🍕❤️

We're excited to welcome back Hawthorn Bank as a renewing supporter of Downtown Jefferson City, Inc.!With a long-standin...
10/28/2026

We're excited to welcome back Hawthorn Bank as a renewing supporter of Downtown Jefferson City, Inc.!

With a long-standing commitment to serving Missouri families, local businesses, and community organizations, Hawthorn Bank invests in the people and programs that help our communities thrive. We're honored they also believe in supporting a strong, active Downtown Jefferson City.

Thank you for being part of the team that's helping shape an even brighter future for Downtown .

If you believe in our mission, we'd love to have you involved, too. Every business, nonprofit, organization, and resident is invited to become a supporter at https://DowntownJeffersonCity.com/join/.

10/28/2026

⭐ Tomorrow's (10.29.26) events in Downtown :

📚 At Missouri River Regional Library
Thursday Morning Yoga – 9:30 a.m.
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/29/457248/thursday-morning-yoga/

Social Bridge Club – 1:00 p.m
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/29/584975/social-bridge-club/

A Vampire Murder Mystery – 6:00 p.m
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/29/657542/a-vampire-murder-mystery/

💃 At Magnolia Dance Studio
Adult Ballet – 5:00 p.m
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/56995-magnolia-dance-studio/events/2026/10/29/619986/adult-ballet/

🍸 Looking for something a little different this Halloween? Check out Roaming Spirits cocktail lab and get tickets for a spooky, unique cocktail experience on Friday, October 30! ❤️👻
https://www.simpletix.com/e/halloween-cocktail-lab-tickets-289716?fbclid=IwY2xjawVNwqhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6GJ0RqPl7xgy3wzAp7IJT3k2eu2cAXGxv4OJV7Up9GQnm4JlUvIhF-CphzBg_aem_UQWZbuBpTL2EzkkFUtbYLQ

Another early reminder that High Street Trick-or-Treating is October 31 from 11 a.m. –2 p.m. Get ready for Halloween fun on High Street! 👻🎃

Be sure to get your Downtown events posted to our community calendar at https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/calendar/ so we can tell the world what you have going on!

Historic. Quaint. Beautiful. Charming. Community. Walkable. Fun.Those words tell us something numbers alone cannot: how ...
10/28/2026

Historic. Quaint. Beautiful. Charming. Community. Walkable. Fun.

Those words tell us something numbers alone cannot: how Downtown Jefferson City feels to the people who experience it.

The survey also included criticism and ideas for improvement, and those matter. But so does understanding the character people already value.

As Downtown grows, the goal is not to erase what makes it distinctive. It is to build on those strengths while addressing the things that can be better.

👇 What feeling do you hope Downtown always keeps, no matter how much it changes?

https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/2026/9/9/35553/652-voices-what-jefferson-citians-told-us-about-downtown-jefferson-city/

If you do business with state government, there is an awesome opportunity for you to be right in the heart of all of it ...
10/27/2026

If you do business with state government, there is an awesome opportunity for you to be right in the heart of all of it at 230 W McCarty Street!

Check out this cool Downtown listing at
https://heyor.ca/G1WXIA

⭐ Tomorrow’s (10.28.26) events in Downtown  :📚 At Missouri River Regional LibraryDSS / MU Extension Resource Dayhttps://...
10/27/2026

⭐ Tomorrow’s (10.28.26) events in Downtown :

📚 At Missouri River Regional Library
DSS / MU Extension Resource Day
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/28/589440/dss-mu-extension-resource-day/

Jefferson City Photo Club Exhibit
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/28/602187/jefferson-city-photo-club-exhibit/

Wednesday Evening Yoga
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/28/457193/wednesday-evening-yoga/

Grave Matters
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/51044-missouri-river-regional-library/events/2026/10/28/657541/grave-matters/

💃 At Magnolia Dance Studio
Adult Tap Class
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/56995-magnolia-dance-studio/events/2026/10/28/619947/adult-tap-class/

Pump Up the JAM
https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/connections/56995-magnolia-dance-studio/events/2026/10/28/620026/pump-up-the-jam/

Play On High Street
📚 WEDNESDAY STORYTIME + CRAFT! @10:30!

🎃 Just outside Downtown :
At Lincoln University - Missouri
Trunk or Treat - 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Jason Gym Parking Lot at Lincoln University

Join Lincoln University, LU Athletics, and the Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City for a fun evening of trick-or-treating! This event is open to the public, so bring the family and enjoy some Halloween fun! 👻

Make sure to add to your calendar ahead of time, 🎃 High Street Trick-or-Treating
October 31 | 11 AM–2 PM
Get ready for Halloween fun on High Street! 👻

🛍️ Make the most of your Saturday and enjoy everything Downtown has to offer, head downtown and make the most of your Wednesday! Be sure to check the Downtown Jefferson City calendar for more events and details.

🛍️ Shops, Gifts & Experiences
American Shoe Store
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
Ana Marie's Bridal, Inc.
Mon: 10 AM–5 PM | Tue–Thu: 11 AM–6 PM | Fri: 10 AM–5 PM | Sat: 10 AM–4 PM | Sun: Closed
book/shop, etc.
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
Carrie's Hallmark Shop
Mon–Sat: 9 AM–6 PM | Sun: 12 PM–4 PM
Curious Turtle: Books, Toys and Games
Mon–Fri: 10 AM–5 PM | Sat: 10 AM–3 PM | Sun: Closed
Dreams to Reality and Resale Boutique
Teus: 10am–2pm | Wed: 4pm–6pm | Thu: 10am–6pm | Fri–Mon: Closed
River City Florist
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–6 PM | Sat: 8:30 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
Southbank Gift Company
Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed
UNIQUE CREATIONS LLC
Mon–Tue: Closed | Wed–Thu: 11 AM–6 PM | Fri: 11 AM–8 PM | Sat: 10 AM–7 PM | Sun: 1 PM–5 PM
Wildflower Lane
Mon: 10 AM–2 PM | Tue: Closed |Wed –Fri: 10 AM–6 PM | Sat: 9 AM–5 PM | Sun: Closed

🍽️ Restaurants, Bars & Desserts
Arris' Pizza
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–9 PM | Sun: Closed
Barvino
Tue–Thu: 12 PM–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 12 PM–10 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
BarWhiskey
Tue–Thu: 3 PM–10 PM | Fri–Sat: 3 PM–11 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
Big Whiskey's American Restaurant & Bar - Jefferson City
Mon–Wed: 11 AM–11 PM | Thu–Fri: 11 AM–12:30 AM | Sat: 10:30 AM–12:30 AM | Sun: 10:30 AM–11 PM
Bones In The Alley
Mon–Thu: 11 AM–12 AM | Fri: 11 AM–1 AM | Sat: 5 PM–1 AM | Sun: Closed
Cold Cocked Frozen Liqueurs
Wed: 4 PM–9 PM | Thu: 4 PM–10 PM | Fri–Sat: 2 PM–11 PM | Sun–Tue: Closed
Gumbo Bottoms Alehaus
Mon–Tue: Closed | Wed–Fri: 4 PM–1 AM | Sat: 6 PM–1 AM | Sun: Closed
High Rise
Mon–Fri: 7 AM–2 PM | Sat–Sun: 8 AM–1 PM
High Street Pub
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–1:30 AM | Sun: Closed
Matriarcha Coffee and Kitchen
Mon–Tue: Closed | Wed–Fri: 7 AM–3 PM | Sat: 8 AM–3 PM | Sun: 8 AM–2 PM
Plate&Pour
Tue–Fri: 7 AM–2 PM | Sat: 8 AM–12 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
Red Wheel Steam House
Tue–Thu: 7 AM–6 PM | Fri: 7 AM–7 PM | Sat: 8:30 AM–4 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
Sawaddee Thai Cuisine
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–9 PM | Sun: 12 PM–8 PM
Sweet Smoke BBQ - Downtown
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–2 PM | Sun: Closed
Sugar Britches Bakery & More
Tue–Fri: 6:30 AM–4 PM | Sat: 8 AM–2 PM | Sun–Mon: Closed
The Grand Cafe
Mon–Sat: 11 AM–9 PM | Sun: Closed
Yoyums
Mon: Closed | Tue–Thu: 12 PM–9 PM | Fri–Sat: 12 PM–10 PM | Sun: 12 PM–9 PM

🎭 Entertainment & Attractions

Check website/social for current schedule
JCmoma- Jefferson City Museum of Modern Art
Check website/social for current schedule)
Magnolia Dance Studio
Mon: 4:30 PM–9 PM | Tue: 5 PM–9 PM | Wed–Thu: 4:30 PM–9 PM | Fri: Closed | Sat: 9 AM–10 AM | Sun: Closed

🏛️ Community & Services
Central Bank
Mon –Fri: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM | Sat–Sun: Closed
Hawthorn Bank
Mon–Fri: 9 AM–4:30 PM | Sat–Sun: Closed
Missouri River Regional Library
Mon–Thu: 9 AM–8 PM | Fri: 9 AM– 6 PM | Sat: 9 AM–5 PM | Sun: 1 PM–5 PM

Be sure to get your Downtown events posted to our community calendar at https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/calendar/ so we can tell the world what you have going on!

Let’s talk about parking. Yep, we said it. 😁When survey respondents were asked for the first three words that came to mi...
10/27/2026

Let’s talk about parking. Yep, we said it. 😁

When survey respondents were asked for the first three words that came to mind about Downtown, “parking” was the most frequently submitted response by a wide margin. It also appeared repeatedly in answers about what could make Downtown better.

But those comments were not all saying the same thing. Some were about availability. Others were about convenience, time limits, proximity or simply knowing where public parking is located.

That matters because the answer probably is not one project or one policy. Parking education and accessibility need to remain part of the Downtown conversation.

We heard you, and Downtown will keep talking about it.

https://calendar.downtownjeffersoncity.com/2026/9/9/35553/652-voices-what-jefferson-citians-told-us-about-downtown-jefferson-city/

JC Parks and Downtown Jefferson City, Inc. would like to remind everyone the trees are 1) public property and 2) living ...
10/27/2026

JC Parks and Downtown Jefferson City, Inc. would like to remind everyone the trees are 1) public property and 2) living organisms.

Driving staples, nails, tacks, or other sharp objects into the trees in Downtown , and really anywhere, are huge no-nos on both counts.

If you are thinking about doing this, please don't. If you have already done this, we will know that you know better next time.

Your signs are going to be removed by a professional very soon to avoid any further damage.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

*this is an edited image of an actual poster stapled to trees in Downtown in recent days.

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