Event Calendar
Welcome to our Event Calendar page at Wheatland Missouri Settler's Village.com. Here you can find information about the various community events and festivals that we organize throughout the year, aimed at driving economic development, cultural awareness, and historical education in the area.
Yearly Events
At Wheatland Missouri Settler's Village.com, we host 10 yearly events that are designed to bring the community together and celebrate our rich history. From traditional music festivals to historical reenactments, each event offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages. The Harvest Festival which runs every third weekend in September is our main event.
Event Descriptions
Our events range from educational tours in our 1850's to 1920's cabins, to fun-filled community festivals that showcase the talents of our residents. Whether you're interested in learning about the pioneers who settled in Missouri or simply want to enjoy a day out with family and friends, there's something for everyone at Wheatland Missouri Settler's Village.com.
Get Involved
Join us at our upcoming events to support our mission of promoting economic development, cultural awareness, and historical education in the community. Check our Event Calendar regularly for updates on event dates, times, and activities. We look forward to seeing you there!
Picture is of Beyer's Lawn Services reroofing one of the buildings!
Our 2026 Schedule of Events
We are a dedicated team committed to crafting exceptional experiences for our local community, while restoring and preserving all of our cabins. Our fundraising efforts go to maintenance on the cabins, monthly bills, and startup funds for all the activities listed. Times and dates are subject to change due to weather. Most big events have a rain date attached.
Inaugural Car Show 2025
From modest beginnings, we've grown through unwavering dedication and a commitment to continuous improvement. Each step has reinforced our core belief in the power of collaboration and the importance of integrity. We're passionate about what we do, and we're excited to share our story with you.
This picture is of three Besser Descendants sitting in front of their Uncle Donald's old building. Donald Besser is one of the original founders of the Wheatland Missouri Settlers Village.
Annual St. Patrick's Day - Potato Bake Fundraiser
Our first event of the year always falls on a Sunday, just before St. Patrick's Day! We serve food from 11:00 to 2:00, with classical pre-recorded Irish music, and we also have a table set up for children to color a shamrock ornament or two to take home.
2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Rain date is April 4th
We started this event in 2025, but unfortunately, we were rained out last year. So, this year we added a rain date into the schedule so we could hold an Easter Egg Hunt for the surrounding community! Please pay attention to the times on the flyer as we will be setting up different areas for children to do their Easter Egg hunts. In this way, smaller children can do their egg hunts safely! Get a picture with the bunny or color an Easter Egg ornament!
VCAA Southern Spring & Area 6 Tour
The VCAA tour will be in the area for five days and will be stopping at the Settlers Village on Thursday, April 23rd! We will be serving food out of the cookshack from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and will have pre-recorded music playing, along with a tour of the cabins!
Attention: This is the itinerary of the spring tour! However, Day 4 and Day 5 need to be switched! Pomme De Terre Lake Tour, Hermitage, and Wheatland will be on day 4 (April 23rd), and Monett, Missouri - Freedom Silo will be day 5 (April 24th). They will stop and have lunch with us at Wheatland Settlers Village and then move on to Hermitage and Pomme De Terre Lake after lunch!
Business Expo @ Lucas Oil Speedway
We will have an informational booth set up for the business expo on Saturday, April 25th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Come and check out all the businesses that are hiring!
Rendezvous
We will have an informational booth set up at the Rendezvous on May 2nd & 3rd! Come check out the Rendezvous and all the wonderful local vendors!
Cruise In/Ice Cream Social
Thursday, May 7th
See flyer below for all dates on the Cruise In
2nd Annual Car Show - Saturday, May 23rd
Rain date is June 20th
Our first car show produced 34 vehicles, so we are hoping to add to the vehicles this year. We have also scheduled the car show on a busy weekend of races at Lucas Oil Speedway to help generate foot traffic for our wonderful vendors!
Highway 54 RV Park is a wonderful partner to us, and they always announce our activities to the campers in their park!
Flyer will be added later!
Picture is from the 2025 Car Show!
Monthly Cruise-Ins May thru October
Settlers Village Cruise-In runs every first Thursday of the month, from May to October! Good food, fun, and partnership with Carson Corners Cruisers! The Cruise-In is located at the Wheatland Town Square and the Settlers Village.
Carson Corner Cruisers also hold a Cruise-In at the Hermitage Town Square, every third Thursday of the month. This Cruise-In runs from April to September (October is weather permitting). Food choices include Double K Meats & Deli, Candy's Creations, Hibachi Ice Cream (food truck) for this Cruise In. Family Fun Time Inflatables also set up for children!
Cruise In/Ice Cream Social
Thursday, June 4th
2nd Cruise In of the year. See above flyer!
100-Mile Garage Sale Event
Thursday thru Saturday, June 4th - 6th
Check out the Wheatland area for the 100-Mile Garage Sale which is organized by Igo & Find It, which is located just off of Highway 54 in Wheatland!
Please Note: Even though the 100-Mile Garage Sale will run from June 4th - 6th, the Wheatland Settlers Village will only be open for vendors on the 5th and 6th! Please follow us on Facebook for further information on this event and to sign up to be a vendor!
July
Cruise In/Ice Cream Social
Thursday, July 2nd
3rd Cruise In of the year. See above flyer!
August
Cruise In/Ice Cream Social
Thursday, August 6th
4th Cruise In of the year. See above flyer!
Cruise In/Ice Cream Social
Thursday, September 3rd
5th Cruise In of the year. See above flyer!
100-Mile Garage Sale Event
Friday thru Saturday, September 4th & 5th
Check out the Wheatland area for the 100-Mile Garage Sale which is organized by Igo & Find It, which is located just off of Highway 54 in Wheatland!
Please Note: Even though the 100-Mile Garage Sale will run from September 3rd - 6th, the Wheatland Settlers Village will only be open for vendors on the 5th and 6th! Please follow us on Facebook for further information on this event and to sign up to be a vendor!
Harvest Festival
32nd Annual Harvest Festival
September 18th - 20th
Friday the 18th: Set up for some vendors and get ready for the weekend!
Saturday the 19th: The rest of the vendors, demonstrators, and parade participants set up. Parade is at 11:00, and demonstrators are available for the rest of the day!
Sunday the 20th: Vendors open at 9:00, Non-Denominational Church Service from 11:00 to 12:00, and the Settlers Village Chicken Dinner Fundraiser starts right after church services!
Picture is of an all-female drum group from the Chickamauga Cherokee of MO & AR
Cruise In/Ice Cream Social
Thursday, October 1st
6th and last Cruise In of the year. See above flyer!
Haunted Village/Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 23rd (Rain date: Friday October 30th)
5:30 to 9:30
5:30 to 7:30 - Trunk or Treat & Trick or Treating thru the Village.
5:00 to 9:00 - Food Service in the Cookshack, and the Haunted Hayride (courtesy of the Sheriff's Posse)
7:30 to 9:30 - The movie Hocus Pocus (Weather Permitting)
Extra's: Costume Contest, Trunk or Treat Contest, Bake Sale, and Door Prizes for children.
Picture: Loehr Health Center Weaubleau, won 2nd prize for the Trunk & Treat Contest in 2025
Christmas
Light Em' Up
Saturday, December 5th (Weather Date: December 12th)
3:00 to 5:00 - Visit Santa and get pictures in one of the cabins.
4:30 to 5:30 - Parade Line-Up, Light up the floats/vehicles etc.
6:00 - Parade Starts
Food Service in the Cookshack from 3:00 to 7:00
Hotdogs, Chili, Chips, Bake Sale, Hot Cocoa etc.
Extras: Silent Auction for Gift Bags for Children, Door Prizes, and make a Beaded Christmas Ornament.
Other Events
Lucas Oil Speedway - 50/50 Raffle (Date to be determined yet).
Light Up the Lake
Date to be Determined yet.
Pomme De Terre Chamber of Commerce Event. We work the gate and collect donations, which is then split with the Chamber of Commerce for 4th of July Fireworks & Light Up the Lake.
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