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Downtown Cape Girardeau market with flowers and pumpkins for sale.

Fabulous Fall Day in Cape

Fall is a season that beckons cozy sweaters, hot apple cider, and a gentle reminder to slow down and savor the simple pleasures of life before the craziness of the holidays is upon us. VisitCape has developed a curated list of fall-inspired stops throughout town. Morning Stroll on a Trail The day begins with a ... Read More
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Black Business Month

August is Black Business Month and Cape is fortunate to be home to several. We will feature a few here but all deserve recognition. Remember to always support our local businesses when making purchase decisions. According to Fortune Magazine, recent census data shows there are 3.12 million Black-owned businesses in the US, generating $206 billion in annual revenue ... Read More

National Dress Your Pet Up Day

It’s National Dress Your Pet Up Day! Does puppy have a Halloween costume? Or maybe a cute winter coat? Rain booties to protect his or her feet? What about a dress or headband? Does your pet’s wardrobe rival yours? Maybe it’s time to expand your pet’s wardrobe. Good news – Cape has several locations to ... Read More

National House Plant Appreciation Day

Are you a fan of a fiddle leaf fig or a philodendron? If so, today is a special day! It’s National House Plant Appreciation Day! A day to celebrate the benefits of having some greenery around your home! Did you know having indoor plants improves air quality, reduces stress, supports cognitive health and boosts creativity? ... Read More

National Make A Gift Day

It’s common to purchase a gift for your loved ones during the holidays. But how about making them something to treasure or display in their home? Typically, we may think of a sweater, mittens, scarf knitted with love or baked goods on a decorative plate, but what if you don’t knit or bake? We have ... Read More

No Shave November

Put down the razor! According to https://no-shave.org/, the goal of NoShave November is to grow awareness by embracing hair, which many cancer patients lose, and letting it grow wild and free. For most men, this means in the form of facial hair – beards! We want to highlight a few local barber shops to“tame the mane,” or ... Read More

Shop Local

Remember to shop local this holiday season! You can find unique gifts while impacting our local economy and helping a small business owner – it’s a win-win! Cape is fortunate to have many local shopping options. Need a gift for a special lady, gentleman, or child on your list? We put together some locally owned ... Read More

3-Stop Hop Series: Kage House, Bloom Studio and Minglewood Brewery

In this edition of VisitCape’s 3-stop hop series, we take you to downtown Cape where you can stay in a historic house, stop by a local boutique then grab dinner and a beer at a local brewery. And, once you park, you won’t have to drive to get to these three stops! First up, the ... Read More

Freshen Up Your Wardrobe for Spring

It’s almost spring!!!! Aren’t we all ready to put away our winter coats and boots? To see flowers peeking through the frozen ground? Birds chirping and warm sunshine? As you pack away your winter sweaters, scarves and gloves, make way for some fresh spring looks! Dresses! White jeans! Sandals! Floral Prints! Pastels! Remember to shop ... Read More

Remember to Shop Local Boutiques for Christmas

With the holiday season approaching, and with the anticipated shortage on the toy store and store shelves as a result of the pandemic, supporting local businesses during the season to find the best gifts for your loved ones has become even more important. As a reminder, we have many places to shop in our area ... Read More
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