If 2020 is anything like 2019, it’s going to continue the tradition of offering stellar memory-making events. It’s never too early to start making plans, so keep these entertaining events in the back of your mind as you plan out your year. The Shipyard Music Festival Celebrate the community and listen to some killer ... Read More
Can you believe another decade has gone by? Here at VisitCape, we’re wondering if the next ten years will be as iconic as the Roaring Twenties. Only time will tell. Until then, you can at least enjoy a roaring good night one last time in 2019. There’ll be several awesome parties all over the town. ... Read More
There are a ton of fun activities happening around town. But even we enjoy an evening spent warm and cozy. If you’re in such a mood, put on your festive socks and settle into your flannel pajamas – a cup of hot chocolate wouldn’t hurt either – and see if you can solve our Cape ... Read More
We’ve all been there. Christmas day gets closer and closer and there are still a few people you’ve yet to snag gifts for. We get it. Some people have particular tastes. To help keep you sane and your Christmas tree brimming with gifts for everyone, we’ve put together this little wish list of items you ... Read More
We always rally for the holidays here in Cape Girardeau and this year’s no different. Here are a few ways you can celebrate the season in Southeast Missouri. Use nature to inspire your holiday spirit You can never have too many Christmas decorations. Make your own during Nature’s Décor, an event hosted by the ... Read More
Step back in time this holiday with a visit to the Glenn House. From original architectural features to historical plumbing fixtures and wall treatments, this Victorian home will inspire wonder and Christmas joy. Aside from the festive decorations, the rooms appear as they did in the twentieth country, Listed on the National Register of Historic ... Read More
Cape Girardeau is known for its romantic vistas, thriving restaurant scene and ties to national history. In 1803, Lewis and Clark visited Louis Lorimier, Cape’s founder. Plus, the city has welcomed multiple presidents, and even Mark Twain wrote about Cape Girardeau’s “handsome appearance.” The conflict April 26, 1863, marks another event that propelled Cape Girardeau ... Read More
Summer has finally released her desperate clutch, and cooler temperatures are unfolding across Southeast Missouri. It can be tempting to launch into early hibernation, but we recommend exploring the outdoors a little longer. The Trail of Tears State Park is over 3,000 acres, combining conservation efforts and historical events. As a memorial to the Cherokee ... Read More
First of all, welcome to Cape Girardeau, if this is your first time here, you are in for a treat. If you’re a returning visitor, don’t worry – there is still plenty to discover. You may get your fill of food from the Show Me Center. They do offer some pretty tasty concessions… But if ... Read More
Cape Girardeau is one of the Midwest’s greatest locations to soak up fall vibes. The cooler temps and shorter days are in full effect – not to mention the array of vibrant foliage. Here are some of the best ways you can escape the busy schedule and make the most of autumn. Grab a ... Read More