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12/20/2022

Christmas 2022 Dining Guide

The holidays are already busy and stressful enough. Why not take a break from cooking and enjoy a nice meal at one of these restaurants that will be open on Christmas Day this Sunday!

  • 5th Down Bar & Grill

    • 3:00 – 11:00 p.m. (limited menu)
    • 912 Rain Forest Pkway, Ste. D, Columbia, MO 65203 – 573.442.8700

  • Applebee’s

    • 4:00 – 10:00 p.m. (all locations)
    • 2601 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201 – 573.442.3640
    • 2010 Interstate 70 Dr. SW., Columbia, MO 65203 – 573.445.5759

  • Deuce Pub & Pit

    • 6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
    • 3700 Monterey Dr., Columbia, MO 65203 – 573.443.4350

  • Dive Bar

    • 11:00 a.m. – Midnight (limited menu)
    • 1116 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, MO 65201 – 573.607.9523

  • Glenn’s Café

    • 12:00 – 8:00 p.m. (limited menu)
    • 29 S. 8th, Columbia, MO 65201 – 573.447.7100

  • Red Lobster

    • 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    • 1110 Interstate 70 Dr. SW, Columbia, MO 65201 – 573.445.8324

  • TGI Friday’s

    • 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    • 3030 Interstate 70 Dr. SE., Columbia, MO 65201 – 573.817.2440

  • Waffle House

    • 24 Hours
    • 904 Vandiver Dr., Columbia, MO 65202 – 573.441.1100
    • 2701 S. Providence Rd., Columbia, MO 65203 – 573.449.1515

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11/22/2022

Holiday 2022 – Things to do Around Columbia

The winter holiday season is finally here and there is SO MUCH to do in and around CoMo! We’ve compiled a number of holiday events and activities into one convenient place to help you plan the perfect celebration!

Light/Holiday Displays & Festivals

  • Festival of Trees

    • December 10, 2022 | 1:00 – 7:00 p.m.
    • Hallsville Fairgrounds – 500 Hwy OO, Hallsville, MO
    • Holiday displays, treats, and crafts organized by local businesses and non-profits.

  • Kwanzaa and Black-owned Expo

    • December 10, 2022 | 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
    • Armory Sports Center – 701 E. Ash
    • Celebrate Kwanzaa and community with socializing, entertainments, holiday food and more.

  • Santa’s Work Crew Light Show – Equipment Share

    • Dec. 15 – Dec. 17, 2022 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
    • Equipment Share – 5710 Bull Run Dr.
    • Enjoy festively lit construction machines and more. Free admission with a donation of a nonperishable food item.

  • 15th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade

    • December 16, 2022 | 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
    • Centralia City Square – 1195 West Singleton
    • Parade of tractors adorned for the holiday season.

Music, Performing Arts & Nightlife

  • The Holiday Magic Drag Show

    • December 1, 2022 | 8:00 p.m. doors, 9:00 p.m. show
    • The Blue Note – 17 N. 9th Street
    • Holiday-themed drag show presented by Nclusion Plus.

  • Winter Bluegrass Bash

    • December 3, 2022 | 7:00 p.m. doors, 8:00 p.m. show
    • The Blue Note – 17 N. 9th Street
    • Live seasonal music in the style of bluegrass.

  • Etienne Charles Creole Christmas

    • December 4, 2022 | 6:00 p.m. doors, 7:00 p.m. show
    • The Blue Note – 17 N. 9th Street
    • Presented by the “We Always Swing” Jazz Series, an evening of seasonal jazz music.

  • Holiday Happy Hours

    • December 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 2022 | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
    • Rose Music Hall – 1013 Park Ave.
    • Celebrate the holidays with cold drinks and good people.

  • White Christmas – Stephens College

    • December 9, 10, 15, 16 at 7:30 p.m. | December 11 at 2:00 p.m.
    • Macklanburg Playhouse – 100 Willis Ave.
    • Seasonal musical performed by the students at Stephens College.

  • The Kay Brothers Christmas

    • December 11, 2022 | 6:00 p.m. doors, 7:00 p.m. show
    • The Blue Note – 17 N. 9th Street
    • Live seasonal music performed by talented local artists.

  • Ponies Improv Comedy

    • December 16, 2022 | 7:00 p.m. show
    • Talking Horse Productions – 210 St. James St.
    • Holiday-themed improv comedy that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Family Activities & Shopping

  • Holiday Picnics at the Magic Tree

    • December 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-24, 2022 | 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
    • Magic Tree – 4200 Merchant Street
    • Enjoy a holiday meal prepared by the Old Neighborhood Cafe inside of a heated, decorated bubble in view of the Magic Tree.

  • It’s a Wrap!!

    • December 3, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    • Talking Horse Productions – 210 St. James. St.
    • Shop holiday stocking stuffers and work with a team of wrappers to compose the perfect gift.

  • Holiday Gift Bag Printing

    • December 3, 2022 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
    • Access Arts – 2109 Cottle Drive
    • Screenprint a pre-made holiday gift bag design or make your own!

  • Pet Photos With Santa

    • December 3, 2022 | 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
    • Lizzi & Rocco’s – 550 E. Green Meadows Rd.
    • Bring your pets in to take holiday photos with Santa and help raise money for the Spay & Neuter Project.

  • Holiday Shopping & Fun on the Farm

    • December 3, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    • Curly Eye Farm – 6701 W. Gillespie Bridge Rd.
    • Enjoy shopping a range of holiday goodies and interacting with alpacas.

  • Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Extravaganza 

    • December 4 & 6, 2022 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
    • Tiny Town Play Cafe – 901 E. Nifong Suite B
    • Join Tiny Town Play Cafe for an evening of hot cocoa, snacks, Christmas crafts, and photos with the Elf on the Shelf.

  • Holiday Swag Workshop

    • December 10, 2022 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
    • Serenity Valley Winery – 1888 Co Rte. 342, Fulton, MO
    • Create gorgeous holiday swag for your home using fresh, handpicked greens.

  • Wire Snowflake Ornaments Workshop

    • December 13, 2022 | 5:15 – 6:45 p.m.
    • Access Arts – 2109 Cottle Drive
    • Craft your own one-of-a-kind snowflake to decorate your home this holiday season.

  • Merry Grinch-Mas

    • December 13, 2022 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
    • Hillcrest Community Center – 1907 Hillcrest Dr.
    • Grinch-themed holiday party for young kids with crafts and activities.

  • Cookies & Cocoa With Santa

    • December 16, 2022 | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
    • Columbia Real Estate – 2100 W. Broadway
    • Family-friendly event where photos can be taken with Santa.

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