Downtown Perryville Event Calendar for 2024 released

PERRYVILLE, Mo.: Downtown Perryville is set to host a diverse array of events throughout 2024, aiming to foster community involvement and attract travelers to Perryville, Missouri.

In partnership with Perry County Economic Development Authority, Perry County Heritage Tourism, and Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce, the calendar features both annual favorites and exciting new events, including special activities related to the Total Solar Eclipse occurring in Perry County, Missouri on April 8, 2024.

April:

April 6th:
- Foam Party at The Warehouse
  - Time: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  - Perfect for all ages!
- Downtown Cruise In
  - Live Music at Perryville Downtown Plaza
  - Food and Drink vendors on the square
  - Cruise In starts at 5:00 p.m.
- Weekend of April 6th & 7th:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - Monthly event from April – October
    - April’s theme: Vintage Flea Market
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase
  - Solar Fest
    - A weekend of events leading up to the Total Solar Eclipse
  - April 7th:
    - 5K Glow Run/Walk
      - Family-friendly with no time limit
      - Fun awards
      - Sign up on Perryville Optimist Club’s Facebook Page

May:

May 4th:
- Downtown Cruise In
  - Music and fun for the whole family
- Weekend of May 4th & 5th:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - May’s theme: Boutiques
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase
  - Weekend of May 10th & 11th:
    - Mayfest
      - Theme: 50’s!
      - Carnival, parade, food & drink vendors, craft fair, & live entertainment

June:

June 1st:
- Downtown Cruise In
  - Live music at Perryville Downtown Plaza
- Weekend of June 1st & 2nd:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - June’s theme: Craftsman
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase

July:

July 6th:
- Downtown Cruise In
  - Live music at Downtown Plaza
- Twisted Catfish Tournament
  - First-time event in Perryville
  - Register at twistedcatoutdoors.com
  - Will be combined with a boat show.
- Weekend of July 6th & 7th:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - July’s theme: Culinary
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase

August:

August 3rd:
- Downtown Cruise In
  - Live Music at the Downtown Perryville Plaza
- Weekend of August 3rd & 4th:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - August’s theme: Body & Soul
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase
  - Weekend of August 16th & 17th:
    - Laid Back I-55 Truck Show
      - Live Music and Food vendors on the square

September:

September 7th:
- Monthly Cruise In downtown
  - Live Music at Downtown Perryville Plaza
- Weekend of September 7th & 8th:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - September’s theme: Natural Earth
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase
  - September 18th:
    - Farm to Table Community Dinner
      - Ticketed community dinner featuring local foods.
    - Weekend of September 20th & 21st:
      - Bikers on the Square
        Live Music
        Vote for your favorite bike
        Food & Drink Vendors

October:

October 5th:
- Monthly Cruise in Downtown
  - Live Music at Downtown Perryville Plaza
- Rocktoberfest
  - Local Bands of all different skill sets play downtown for a night of music.
- Weekend of October 5th & 6th:
  - Market Days at The Warehouse
    - October’s theme: Seasonal
    - Over 40 vendors, live music, local eats, complimentary tote bag with $10 purchase
  - October 24th:
    - Moonlight Madness
      - Trunk or Treat

December:

December 7th:
- Christmas on the Square
  - Pictures with Santa
  - Light Parade
  - Tree Lighting & Choir performance