Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food. This October, Main Street will be transformed into a charming little Harvest Festival! Here is the full […]
It's our annual Night Market event, dedicated to all things cozy and autumnal (and some creepy Halloween vibes, of course)! More details will be posted as we get closer to the event, but here are the basics: Where: Empire Market Festival Courtyard (weather permitting, we'll be rocking out under the stars) When: Saturday, October 21, […]
First Friday Wine Share is back for 2023! Be sure to join us every first Friday as we travel to some of downtown Joplin's best places. In November, we'll be at a downtown institution--Newton's Jewelers! Come view their gorgeous selection of fine jewelry (including estate pieces), and chat with all your downtown friends. Wine Share […]
This week, learn about using passive hydroponic systems to water your garden! It doesn't matter if you are a new or experienced gardener, we would love to welcome you to the teaching garden at Empire Market this growing season. Master Gardener Eric Osen, of Jasper County Master Gardeners Association, will lead discussions surrounding the major […]
Want to see downtown sparkle? Come join us as we help deck Spiva Park out with hundreds of thousands of twinkle lights and other holiday decor! We'll have all the lights and supplies needed--we just need willing volunteers to drape the bushes, trees and walls. We'll have some tasty hot chocolate to help keep everyone […]
The holidays are right around the corner, and we will soon be decking the halls in the market! Come out and spend an evening will us, trimming trees, hanging garland, and more. You can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C0E4DACAF2BA4FBC70... For more information, contact [email protected]
The 6th Annual Holiday Market will be here before we know it! Enjoy the festivities every Saturday beginning November 18 and culminating in our Tinsel & Tidings Christmas Eve-Eve Market on December 23! During the Holiday Market, you can find not only the great variety of baked goods, prepared food, produce, local coffee & wine, […]
Do you LOVE to support local? Join our Fall in Love with Local BINGO game and get some amazing treats (and amazing deals) during Small Business Saturday on November 25! Stop by any of these participating businesses during their Saturday business hours and grab a BINGO card–get it marked at each stop and turn it […]
The 6th Annual Holiday Market will be here before we know it! Enjoy the festivities every Saturday beginning November 18 and culminating in our Tinsel & Tidings Christmas Eve-Eve Market on December 23! This week's Holiday Market is on Small Business Saturday, and the market will be a stop on the FALL IN LOVE WITH […]
First Friday WineShare is back for 2023! Be sure to join us every first Friday as we travel to some of downtown Joplin's best places. In December, we'll be in the gorgeous restored lobby of the Frisco Station Lofts! Explore this historic space, and learn about the new loft apartments available to lease. Wine Share […]