May 7, 2026
Founded by French Canadians around 1735, with a big German settlement beginning in the mid-1800s, Ste. Genevieve is Missouri’s oldest permanent European settlement. According to VisitSteGen.com, it’s a small community “that tells a big piece of America’s …
April 30, 2026
ExploreStLouis.com; @ExploreStLouis
For those who think they’ve seen it all, St. Louis surprises, says Catherine Neville, vice president of communications for Explore St. Louis. “We deliver a rare mix of accessibility, affordability, and unexpected adventures that feel anything but ordinary,” Neville …
April 30, 2026
DiscoverStCharles.com; @DiscoverStCharlesMO
Located just minutes from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), St. Charles is known for its walkable historic Main Street, lined with more than 100 locally owned shops, restaurants, and attractions, and set against a scenic riverfront …
April 30, 2026
SpringfieldMO.org; @LoveSpringfield
Springfield offers a distinctive mix of urban amenities, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures, according to Madison Woods, communications manager for Visit Springfield. “We’re a city built on bold ideas,” Woods says, “We helped put Route 66 on the map …
April 30, 2026
Covering three counties in central Missouri, Lake of the Ozarks has event spaces for groups of up to 3,000, with 14 championship golf courses and numerous marinas in an affordable, centralized location, according to FunLake.com.
April 30, 2026
VisitKC.com/Meetings; @VisitKC
In Kansas City, planners can take advantage of affordability without sacrificing on culture and personality, says Nathan Hermiston, senior vice president of sales and services for Visit KC. “From our historic traditions like jazz and barbecue to our world-class …
April 30, 2026
VisitJoplinMO.com; @VisitJoplinMO
In the rolling hills of southwest Missouri, Joplin is a gateway to one of the state’s most ecologically rich regions. “Shoal Creek, considered the most biologically diverse creek in the state, winds through the area, offering scenic beauty and …
April 30, 2026
VisitJeffersonCity.com; @VisitJeffersonCity
Perched on a high bluff overlooking the Missouri River, the state capital of Jefferson City features hiking and biking trails, a historic downtown, and unique historic attractions, including the state capitol building, which houses the Missouri State Museum and a collection of …
April 30, 2026
VisitColumbiaMO.com; @VisitColumbiaMO
Columbia’s central location allows attendees to “meet in the middle from all directions,” says Terra Nuzum, tourism sales specialist for Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). “We are an ideal location for events. In addition to being easily accessible, …
April 30, 2026
Big news in Cape Girardeau is the recent opening of BetMGM Sportsbook at Century Casino and Hotel, according to VisitCape.com.
Century Casino and Hotel features The Riverview, a 69-room hotel with 7,450 square feet of …
