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20+ Free August Events in Columbia

July 30, 2024

Fit in some FREE family fun this August in Columbia.  Mark your calendars and head out for some events and activities in MidMO that won't break the bank. 

PS - are you offering a free event for kids and families that should be on the list? Let us know (susannah@macaronikid.com) and we'll be happy to add it.


First Friday @North Village Arts District - August 2

Kids Building Workshop @Home Depot - August 3

DJ in the Park @Douglass Park - August 3

Coolin Down with the Blues @Douglass Park - August 4

Mizzou Soccer Fan Fest @Audrey Walton Stadium - August 4



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Free Family Movie @Forum 8 Theater - August 7 and 8

Party in the Park @Worley Street Park - August 9

Movies in the Park @Cosmo Park - August 9

Crafts at Coopers @Coopers Landing - August 10

Family Event: Cooking and Canning @Boone County History & Culture Center - August 10

Kids Club @Michaels - August 10



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Sunday Funday @The Loop - August 11

FC4C Freecycle Event @Lend and Learn Toy Library - August 16

Dog Man Party @Columbia Public Library - August 14

Community Back to School Bash @MU Healthcare Pavilion - August 16

Train Open House @Rock Quarry Park House - August 17



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Indian Hills Block Party @Indian Hills Park - August 17

Kids Building Workshop @Lowes - August 17

Family Fun Fest @Albert Oakland Park - August 21

Cattlemen Days Rodeo Parade @Ashland, MO - August 24

Kids Club @Michaels - August 24