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Greetings!
 Looking for fun and adventure? Explore the Sikeston area. Spend the night with us. Strike out on an adventure, enjoy our unique restaurants and experience all our region has to offer!
Sikeston is conveniently located just 2 hours south of St. Louis on I-55. We invite you to enjoy our historic charm, festivals, shopping and dining. For more information call 888-309-6591 or visit www.visitsikeston.com. |
| Battle of Sand Ridge | | |
March 1-3; Civil War Re-Enactment
The Battle Of Sand Ridge Civil War Re-  enactment will be held March 1-3 on the site of the original battle. Soldiers attached to infantry, calvary, and artillery units welcome you into their camps. Well-versed in Civil War history, they enjoy answering questions and sharing battle stories.
Saturday morning the action moves to historic Downtown Sikeston as re-enactors attempt to capture Sikeston's Depot (on the National Register of Historic Buildings). The battle starts in Malone Park and winds through Downtown's brick streets to the Depot. Once captured, the re-enactors return to the original battlefield where Civil War cannons accompany the clash of infantry and cavalry. Battles are held on Saturday and Sunday.
Battlefield and encampment: 502 E. Route 60, Sikeston, MO 63801. For more information contact Rick at 573-471-2566 or visit www.visitsikeston.com.
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March 6 - Homebrew Competition Entries Due
Homebrewers from throughout the State will be competing for prizes at Historic Downtown Sikeston's 2nd Annual Homebrew Contest. Categories include: Stout, IPA, Irish Red Ale, Wheat & Lager. The People's Choice Award recipients will be selected by public sampling on March 16. To register or obtain more information contact Lynn at 573-380-3801 or via email at director@downtownsikeston.org. Registration form and contest rules are available for download online at www.downtownsikeston.org.
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| St. Patrick's Day Celebration | | |
March 16 - Noon-4 PM
Join the fun as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day with live music, Irish Jig contest, St. Pat's costume contest, foods and crafts. For beer lovers, over 21 years of age, sample brews are available from popular local breweries and competitors from our Homebrew Competition.
Held in Malone Park, corner of Scott & Center Streets, this event will be held rain or shine. Tickets are $10 and includes a St. Patrick's Day souvenir stein and beer sampling from on-site vendors.
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Historic Homes Walking/Driving Tour
During the 1920s Sikeston was home to more millionaires than any city of its size in the U.S. Many of the homes and buildings constructed during that period remain today and can be viewed on this tour. Brochures available upon request. 888-309-6591 Download Historic Homes Info Sheet or visit www.visitsikeston.com. top of page
Wine Lovers' Trail
Fishing Trail
Veterans' Memorial Driving Tour
Visit a Civil War Cemetery, learn the history of Harvey Parks Air Base, visit the Stars & Stripes Museum, and see an M-60 battle tank, 1955 Sioux helicopter and an F4 Phantom Jet on this tour dedicated to our military veterans. Download the Veterans' Driving Tour Info or visit www.visitsikeston.com. top of page
Art & Antique Lovers' Trail
Nature Lovers' Trail
Unique Restaurants, Cafes and Pubs
Catch a roll at the world famous Lambert's Cafe--voted the #1 place to "Pig Out" by the Food Network for its generous portions and flying food, or visit the other area resaurants, cafes and pubs. You can dine in a bank vault, have lunch at intimate vineyard bistros, or enjoy down-home southern BBQ. Download Restaurant, Cafes and Pubs Info Sheet or visit www.visitsikeston.com. top of page |
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