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06/02/2026

Route 66 Summerfest kicks off this Thursday, June 4 in Downtown Rolla. Join us for a celebration Ribbon Cutting and Route 66 Centennial Classic Car & Motorcycle Parade, starting at 6pm. Then the fun continues through Saturday! Check it out route66summerfest.com/schedule

05/31/2026

The Rolla Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate Independence Day at the annual Freedom Parade on Saturday, July 4 at 10am in downtown Rolla.
Want to participate? Registration is open, the form can be filled out at: https://forms.gle/P28RZVZU36fzwjPA7

05/30/2026

School is out! Keep the kids active, curious, and having a blast all summer long!
Rolla is packed with summer camp opportunities, from outdoor adventures and sports to art, STEM, and everything in between. No matter their interests, there’s something they’ll love.
Check it out visitrolla.com/summercamps

05/29/2026

The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery 72oz Steak Roadshow is coming to Rolla on June 21! 🥩🔥

Think you can conquer a 72 oz. steak and sides? Then enter for your chance to compete in this legendary steak challenge and represent Rolla! Comment in the post or tag your steak-eating buddy!

Bring your appetite, your friends, and your competitive spirit. Do you have what it takes?

05/27/2026

Get your CrepEscape & A la Folie fix while you can, they will temporarily close for the summer season.

🚨LAST CALL UNTIL FALL🚨

Open Thursday 5/28, Friday 5/29, and Saturday 5/30 - then we will be closing for the summer ☀️

Don’t miss your chance for our handmade French Pastries, Sweet and Savory Crêpes (gluten-friendly crêpe options available), and Croissant Sandwiches 🇫🇷

Satisfy your croissant needs all summer long by getting some for your freezer 🥐🥐🥐

Open:
Thursday 7:30am - 3:00pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday 8:30am - 3:00pm

Open through May 30th at this location 📍1051 E 18th Street Unit A&B, Rolla MO 65401 - we then close for summer break, and will re-open early August in a temporary location (still in Rolla, TBA).

05/27/2026

🎡 The Phelps County Fair kicks off tonight (Wednesday) with a FREE gospel concert and continues with three fun-filled days of excitement May 28–30!

🤠 Thursday night — Rodeo
🚛 Friday night — Truck & Tractor Pull
💥 Saturday night — Demolition Derby
Plus enjoy rides, fair food, live music, exhibits, and much more throughout the fair!

🎟️ One ticket price includes all activities! More information at phelpscountyfair.com

05/23/2026

Summer is almost here! ☀️💦
SplashZone opens for the season on May 29! Grab the kids, your sunscreen, and get ready for water slides, lazy river fun, and cooling off all summer long right here in Rolla.
Hours: 12-6pm 7 days a week
Ages 4 & Older: $8
Military Personnel: $7
Kids 3 & Under: Free

05/22/2026

The Rolla Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend the Memorial Day Service as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Date: Monday, May 25
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 575 Southview Drive, Rolla, MO See less

05/21/2026

We are excited about Ozark Actors Theatre’s summer season! They open their 2026 professional main stage season with The Addams Family: The Musical.

This contemporary classic comic turned TV show, turned film franchise is now a musical and runs June 11–28. Don’t miss your chance to see this spooky, hilarious production live on stage!
Tickets available now at ozarkactorstheatre.org

05/20/2026

Coming to Rolla on June 21! Think you can conquer the 72 oz. steak (and sides)? Then enter to win and represent us in the Steak Challenge!