On the heels of the success of the Muddy River Marathon on May 1, VisitCape is gearing up to host and celebrate several other modes of transportation. We are thrilled to welcome these events and visitors to our community! First up, Missouri’s ONLY cross-state bicycle ride – Big BAM (Bikes Across Missouri) will pedal through ... Read More
The Great Race is coming back to Cape Girardeau! You won’t want to miss the action and excitement as vintage cars from across the country make their way into our beautiful river city June 22. The Great Race is an antique, vintage and collector car endurance road rally which takes place on public highways from ... Read More
Summer, summer, summertime! School is almost out which means families will be looking for things to do with kids. Check out our recommendation for family-friendly summer activities. Visit this family fun directory where you’ll find information on events and trails at the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center and activities at the Cape Girardeau Public Library ... Read More
Anime is a style of Japanese film and television animation featuring bold and colorful graphics. The Cape Anime Con will feature two exciting days of anime and pop culture icons, professional and independent artists and authors, panels, events, cosplay, and dozens of tables of merchandise for fans to enjoy. The event takes place June 5-6 ... Read More
Spring has sprung! Spring is a gorgeous time of year to be outside in Cape Girardeau – birds are chirping, mornings are crisp, the smell of freshly cut grass drifts through the air and beautiful blooms are everywhere. If your yard needs spring blossoms, or if you need guidance on what plants would work best ... Read More
Spring is upon us and so is #EarthDay. What better way to celebrate this day than going outside! We have put together a list of Cape day-trip destinations to help you celebrate. Trail of Tears State Park Head to Trail of Tears to enjoy some hiking and fresh air. This state park has 3,415 acres ... Read More
Deciding where to host your next tournament is not an easy decision, you must factor in sporting facilities, nearby hotels and food options. Here are four reasons why Cape Girardeau is the right choice. Facilities Cape is home to several facilities perfect for all your tournament needs. The list of venues below covers an array ... Read More
Guest blogger Dr. Adam Criblez, associate professor at The Center for Regional History at SEMO, shares the best ways to experience history firsthand this spring in Cape Girardeau. Cape Girardeau is one of the oldest cities in Missouri, tracing its European roots to the mid-1700s. Today, visitors can explore the rich history of the region ... Read More
Spring and early summer are the perfect time to take a tour of Cape Girardeau’s unique parks and recreation areas. In total, Cape Girardeau offers 25 parks covering more than 660 acres of land – all with a variety of features and amenities. In honor of National Take A Walk In A Park Day, we’re ... Read More
As Mark Twain once wrote: “It’s Spring fever. That is what the name of it is. And when you’ve got it, you want—oh, you don’t quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!” If you’re experiencing symptoms of Spring fever yourself, Cape Girardeau ... Read More
