Joplin Empire Market is excited to announce that May 4, 2024, will be a MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU special event at the market. The first fifty attendees who come dressed in Star Wars-themed costumes will receive a free pothos plant, grown by the Empire’s own master gardeners (no dark side powers used). Younglings […]
Come help us kick off the growing season and celebrate all things spring! Some highlights: *We will be giving away free native tree & bush seedlings from the Missouri Dept of Conservation, including Redbud, Blackberry, Serviceberry, Persimmon, Aromatic Sumac, and many more. First come, first serve! *There's some buzz that we might beeeee getting some […]
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 May, join our sponsors and vendors as we celebrate all things Route 66, including the National […]
This month, learn all about creating your own Butterfly Garden and other ways to attract pollinators. It's really cool--plant beautiful things AND help our civilization continue to eat. Learn about attracting and sustaining a pollinator-friendly space with food and host plants. It doesn't matter if you are a new or experienced gardener, we would love […]
This month, join us to explore the super cool offices of The Flanagan Group, at 526 S Main St! Enjoy your wine and conversation while enjoying the views from the deck or checking out the swanky interior! Wine Share is a free 21+ networking event. Simply bring some business cards, a bottle of wine or […]
This month, it's all about Native Plants--how to grow them and how to support natural diversity and native populations. It's our only planet, right? Let's treat it well. 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 season. These […]
Are you a downtown business owner, resident, or just a lover of downtown in general? This is your chance to hear about what's going on in downtown Joplin! Join us for this casual quarterly event to learn about what's happening now and what to expect in the months to come, while checking out one of […]
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 July, beat the heat downtown with WaterFest! We'll have a variety of water activities for kids […]
Let's talk Herb Gardens this month! Learn all about growing fresh herbs and pollinators, and how to make teas with them, too! 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 season. These classes are come and go--whether you […]
This month, join us at one of the best event space in downtown Joplin, The Roxy! Enjoy your wine and conversation while enjoying the expansive indoor spaces, all available to rent. Wine Share is a free 21+ networking event. Simply bring some business cards, a bottle of wine or craft beer to share, and enjoy […]
