Festus, MO

What's happening in Festus in June? The Firecracker Festival, The Mayor's Cruise, and Swingin' Under the Stars.

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What is happening in June in Festus?City of Festus / Facebook

June brings the Mayor's Cruise, The two-day Firecracker Festival, and Swingin' Under the Stars in Festus, Missouri.

Saturday, June 4

Mayor's Cruise

  • Starts with a car show in the Library parking lot (2 pm)
  • Cruising will start about (6 pm)

Monday, June 6

First Monday Food Trucks (11 am - 2 pm)

  • Food Trucks will be at the Library on the first Monday of the month. The Food trucks will
    be at the Library on the first Monday of each month through November.

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Saturday, June 11

Swingin' Under the Stars (6:30-8:30 pm)

  • What: The MOBB (Missouri Big Band) playing all your favorite music from that era.
  • Where: Crites Park
  • Bring: Lawn chairs or a blanket
  • Presented by: Festus Tourism Commission

Prices and information for the Firecracker Festival:

  • Carnival tickets are $1.25 ea or 22 tickets for $20
  • 2-3 tickets are required for each ride
  • Get an armband and purchase beer tickets at one booth. (Must have valid ID and be 21 or up)
  • The beer booth will only accept tickets.
  • Cash only - There will be an ATM nearby
  • No Coolers
  • No Pets

Friday, June 24

Firecracker Festival Day One - opening at (4 pm)

  • Food/Craft Vendors
  • Carnival Rides & Games
  • Petting Zoo & Pony Rides
  • Beer Tent
  • NO FIREWORKS ON FRIDAY NIGHT

Johnathan Braddy Band starts at (6 pm)

Saturday, June 25

Firecracker Festival Day Two

  • 8 am - Kids'Hooked on Fishing Derby
  • 10 am - Senior's Hooked on Fishing Derby
  • 11 am - Washers Tourney & Petting Zoo & Pony Rides
  • 12 pm - Vendors & Carnival Opens
  • 6 pm - Johnny ROCK-ITT & the double-wide symphony plays
  • 10 pm - BIG Fireworks Display!

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