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Joplin

For events and things to do in Joplin, MO, the city’s strong community spirit and focus on local arts provide a steady rhythm of gatherings. Downtown serves as the main stage, especially during recurring art walks that fill Main Street with vendors, music, and local residents. Beyond the monthly schedule, annual festivals like North Heights Porchfest and the JOMO Jammin' Music Festival highlight the city's tight-knit neighborhood culture.

• Explore the historic North Heights neighborhood during its annual Porchfest, where local musicians perform on front porches for a unique community festival.
• Catch an intimate show from an indie band at The Coda Concert House or see a theatrical production at the long-running Joplin Little Theatre.
• Join the community at the Joplin Empire Market for local goods and live music, or check out the downtown scene at venues like Blackthorn Pizza & Pub for comedy and music.