Whether you’re looking for a hilly country route or an easy ride through town, Cape Girardeau is a beautiful place to explore on your bike. The Cape LaCroix Recreation Trail is a paved trail that cuts right through the center of town, and its a great flat ride at 5.67 miles long and with many ... Read More
Explore the great outdoors in Cape Girardeau with your camera at the following spots local photographers favor! Drew Wright is a local disc golfer and photographer, and Cape County Park North is one of his preferred photo spots. “I play disc golf there often, and I encounter a lot of great photo opportunities as I ... Read More
Hummingbirds are getting ready for their annual fall migration to Central America. See these tiny creatures before they leave up close at the Nature Center‘s Hummingbird Banding, this Saturday August 29 from 8 a.m. – noon! “This event is truly a special opportunity for children and adults to get up close to a hummingbird,” said ... Read More
Sunshine, flip flops and popsicles call for their own kind of wine, don’t they? Cape Girardeau area wineries embrace the warm weather with these summery wine picks! Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery Kick back on one of the decks overlooking Apple Creek and taste summer in a bottle with Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery’s Blackberry ... Read More
Take advantage of outdoor fun in Cape Girardeau with your kiddos when the weather is nice with these Family Fun attractions! Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center Splash down 5 brand new slides at Cape Splash if you’re feeling adventurous, or kick back on the 700 foot lazy river if you’re feeling not-so-adventurous; Cape Splash has ... Read More
Summer is here and it is HOT. Beat the heat with your little ones inside these cool spots in Cape Girardeau! Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center Walk through an indoor beaver dam, spot the queen bee in the beehive safely contained behind glass, make tracings of animal prints, watch the animals and much more at ... Read More
There are events galore in Cape Girardeau this month, both inside and out! Markets Fresh, local produce in every color of the rainbow overflows the tables at Cape Girardeau’s Farmer’s Markets! The Cape Riverfront Market is rocking and rolling downtown every Saturday from 8 a.m. – noon through the month, and kiddos can participate in ... Read More
The Mississippi River Tales Mural has been adding color and history to Cape Girardeau floodwall since 2004. On Thursday July 30, we’re having a party to celebrate the 10 Year Commemoration of the Dedication of the Mississippi River Tales Mural, complete with brand new panels that tell the story behind the vivid artwork! Stroll along this vibrant ... Read More
Have fun in Cape Girardeau with your family without spending a fortune – here are 7 free things to do with your kiddos! 1. Take a walk on the Born Learning trail around the lagoon at Capaha Park, where activities engage your little ones at every step. They’ll be boosting their language and literacy skills through ... Read More
Soak up summer with these July events in Cape Girardeau, Missouri! 4th of July Festivities The morning of the 4th of July kicks off with the Cape Riverfront Market. Head over to Jackson to take in the antique car show, and don’t miss the patriotic living history encampment at Fort D. The Great American 4th ... Read More
