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Calendar of Events

Here you can find present and past events happening around the Shenandoah area. Scroll through the pages of events to find the right one for you. Also, don't miss out on the latest news on our News page.

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2026

Sep

26

Kids Rides sponsored by Community 1st Credit Union

9/26/2026
9:30am to 11:30am
Railroad St Downtown Shenandoah

Kids can hop aboard the Shenfest Express for a free ride during Shenfest! Community 1st Credit Union is sponsoring free kids’ rides Saturday, September 26 from 9:30–11:30 am at The Mill. Bring the kids downtown and add a ride on the Shenfest Express to the morning’s fun!

2026

Sep

26

Veterans Memorial Museum Shenfest

9/26/2026
9:00am to 1:00pm
Veterans Memorial Museum

Visit the Veterans Memorial Museum during Shenfest weekend and help kick off Blue Star Welcome Week! The museum will be open Saturday, September 26 from 9:00 am–1:00 pm, featuring a 1944 Willys MB Jeep with an authentic trailer that visitors can sit inside and explore up close. Watch for the Jeep again in the Shenfest Parade at 2:00 pm! On Sunday, September 27, find the Veterans Memorial Museum at Shenandoah Municipal Airport from 10:30 am–3:00 pm during Airport Day and the Car Show. Concessions will be available both days.

2026

Sep

26

Market on Elm

9/26/2026
8:00am to 3:00pm
Elm Street - Downtown Shenandoah

Sip, shop and spend part of Shenfest Saturday at Market on Elm! Stop by Saturday, September 26 from 9:00 am–3:00 pm for a pop-up market featuring a fun mix of vendors, food and drinks. While you’re there, shop Serenity Studio & Floral and the other businesses along Elm, grab a coffee, lemonade or Bloody Mary, and stick around for live music from Jeff Slater & Drew Morelock from 11:00 am–1:00 pm. There will be plenty happening on Elm throughout the day!

2026

Sep

26

United Methodist Church Free Falks Ice Cream

9/26/2026
Immediately Following the Parade
United Methodist Church

Cool off after the Shenfest Parade with a sweet treat! Shenandoah United Methodist Church will be giving away free scoops of Falk’s Lemon Custard Ice Cream on Saturday, September 26, following the parade. Everyone is welcome to stop by the church at 200 Church Street and enjoy a scoop while supplies last.

2026

Sep

26

Everly Brothers Childhood Home

9/26/2026
11:00am to 9:00pm
Everly Brothers Childhood Home

The Everly Brothers Childhood Home will offer special Shenfest hours on Saturday, September 26th, from 11 am to 9 pm at 800 W. Sheridan Ave. in Shenandoah. Visitors can tour the restored childhood home of Don and Phil Everly, watch the Everly Brothers documentary, explore exhibits and memorabilia, and learn more about Shenandoah’s place in the legendary duo’s musical story.

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Past Events

2026

Oct

25

Live music at the Depot

10/25/2026
7:00pm to 11:00pm
Depot

Rock Shenfest with Pondscum and special guests ka-THUNK! Friday, September 25 at The Depot Restaurant & Lounge. Music runs from 7:00–11:00 pm under the tent, with Jeff Slater, Vinnie Riley, Bruce Stevens, Drew Morelock and Eric Peregrine taking the stage. It’s an all-ages show and a great way to keep the fun going after Friday’s Homecoming festivities!

2026

Sep

25

Shenandoah All Class Reunion

9/25/2026
12:00pm to 4:00pm
Bricker Senior Center

Calling all Shenandoah graduates! Spend part of Homecoming and Shenfest Friday catching up with old friends, reconnecting with classmates and reminiscing about your Shenandoah school days. The Shenandoah All Class Reunion will be held Friday, September 25 from noon–4:00 pm at the Bricker Senior Center, 405 W. Sheridan Avenue. All classes are welcome! Stop in for coffee, games and plenty of conversation.

2026

Sep

25

Homecoming Football Game

9/25/2026
7:00pm
Mustang Field

The Friday night lights will be shining for Shenandoah Homecoming! Cheer on the Shenandoah Mustangs as they take on Missouri Valley on Friday, September 25th at 7 pm. Wear your maroon and white, fill the stands and show your Mustang pride as a full day of Shenfest and Homecoming activities wraps up with football!

2026

Sep

25

Tailgate Party Sponsored by United Group

9/25/2026
3:00pm to 6:00pm
Litte Waite Lanes

The Shenandoah Alumni/Alumnot Tailgate Party will keep the Homecoming fun going Friday, September 25th from 3pm to 6 pm at Little Waite Lanes! Stop by after the Homecoming Parade for food, drinks, games and a chance to catch up with friends, classmates and fellow Mustang fans before the football game. Everyone is welcome! The Tailgate Party is sponsored by United Group Insurance.

2026

Sep

25

Homecoming Parade

9/25/2026
2:30pm
Downtown Shenandoah

The Shenandoah Homecoming Parade will bring Mustang spirit to Sheridan Avenue on Friday, September 25 at 2:30 pm! Find a spot along the route and cheer on Shenandoah students, teams and organizations as they celebrate Homecoming. Wear your maroon and white and help fill downtown with Mustang pride!

2026

Sep

24

Shenfest Kick-Off Tailgate at The Pudgy Pumpkin Patch Gift Shop and CBS Lumber and Hardware

9/24/2026
9:00am to 7:00pm
Pudgy Pumpkin Patch Gift Shop / CBS Lumber and Hardware

Kick off Shenfest with CBS Lumber & Hardware and The Pudgy Pumpkin Patch Gift Shop! Stop by Thursday, September 24 from 9:00 am–7:00 pm for free popcorn and tasty tailgate food samples while you shop. It’s a fun way to get Shenfest started and check out what’s new at 621 W. Sheridan Avenue in downtown Shenandoah!

2026

Sep

24

Nite Out Event Sponsored by the Shenandoah Eagles

9/24/2026
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Shenandoah Fire Station

Nite Out, sponsored by the Shenandoah Eagles Club, will help kick off Shenfest weekend Thursday, September 24th from 6 to 8 pm in front of the Shenandoah Fire Station. Bring the family for an evening focused on community, connection and appreciation, with emergency and first responders from throughout the area and plenty to see and explore!

2026

Sep

24

Thirsty Thursday at the Depot

9/24/2026
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Depot

Depot Thirsty Thursday featuring FREE live music under the tent at the Depot from 6pm–9pm along with great barbecue. This week’s live music will be performed by Drew Morelock, Ellie Holste, and then Ell's Angels. Come enjoy an evening of music, food, and fun at the Depot!

2026

Sep

21

KMA Century Sessions

9/21/2026
7:00pm
KMA Radio

Matt Cox will be featured on the 2026 KMA Century Sessions on Monday, September 21st. Tune in to KMA at 7:00 pm to hear his performance.

2026

Sep

20

Miss, Junior Miss, and Little Miss Shenandoah

9/20/2026
2:00pm
Gladys Wirsig-Jones Auditorium

The Miss, Junior Miss & Little Miss Shenandoah Pageant kicks off the Shenfest celebration on Sunday, September 20th at 2:00 pm at the Gladys Wirsig-Jones Auditorium! Come cheer on local students as they take the stage for this longtime Shenandoah tradition and help get Shenfest week off to a fun start. Contestants will compete in Little Miss, Junior Miss and Miss Shenandoah divisions.