Warrensburg Arts Commission

06/05/2026

Children’s theater at Gunzil & Bowser Children’s Bookstore on June 11!

Gunzil & Bowser Children’s Bookstore
112 W Gay Street, Warrensburg
Live children’s theater is so much fun!

05/30/2026

If you’ve been sitting on some amazing photos of life in Warrensburg, now’s the time to submit them to the City of Warrensburg Government’s Budget Book Photo Contest! The due date is May 30! Submission form in comments, or if you want to email them directly to us at [email protected], that's fine too!

📸WHAT'S YOUR WARRENSBURG?📸

The City of Warrensburg and the Warrensburg Arts Commission invite photographers of all ages and experience levels to participate in our Annual Budget Book Photo Contest! The deadline is 👉MAY 30, 2026.

Help us tell the story of our community through your lens by capturing what Warrensburg means to you.

We’re looking for images that reflect the heart, character, and everyday beauty of our city. Whether you're a resident or just passing through, we want to see your perspective.

For full contest rules and submission guidelines, check out the link in the comments or follow the QR code below.

05/29/2026

Old Drum Open Mic coming up June 4! Join them!

Old Drum Open Mic - Call for Submissions – June 4, 2026 (Thursday) 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

This is the open call for writers, composers, storytellers, memoirists, playwrights, singer/songwriters, and comedians to enroll for a performance slot in the upcoming Old Drum Open Mic. The program will take place in downtown Warrensburg at Java Junction (118 N Holden Street), from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Poems, stories, comic sketches, memoirs, and songs are usually represented in the monthly program, but play scripts and original music are also welcome. Performance slots are up to 15 minutes, but most performers require only a fraction of that time, allowing more people to participate.

You can pre-schedule your appearance by sending a personal message (PM) through this page. Please supply your name(s) and the title(s) of the pieces you would like to present.

Old Drum Open Mic is held on the first Thursday of each month in Warrensburg. The series is in its tenth year of providing an outlet for the presentation of original works and performances, and ODOM programs are free and open to the public.

(Photo Caption: May 7, 2026, Old Drum Open Mic)

05/28/2026

📣 We're thrilled to announce the recipients of this year's Community Arts Grants! This grant program is made possible by the City of Warrensburg Government's support for the Arts Commission and from donors who attend Arts Commission events. 📣

🎧 Retrograde Charitable Toy and Videogame Museum received a $1,500 grant to support their purchase of a 38-channel digital mixer. They are currently developing a recording studio within their facility in order to offer education programs, internships, and real-world experience for young people interested in music production. The WAC grant will enable Retrograde to purchase a professional mixing board that is needed to host live musical events and to provide interns with industry-standard equipment.🎤

🎷 Warrensburg Community Band received a $2,000 grant to purchase patriotic music for the 250th anniversary of the United States. Their summer series, beginning on Sunday, June 14, will feature many patriotic selections. The WAC grant will enable the Community Band to purchase music by American composers, newer patriotic works, and pieces composed specifically for USA 250. Their performances will inspire Warrensburg citizens as they celebrate this important anniversary. 🎷

Join us in congratulating these organizations. And hey! Do *you* have an idea for public art in our community? Consider applying for a future grant cycle! Link to the application is in the comments.

05/25/2026

The deadline for the City of Warrensburg Government Budget Book contest is approaching! Get your photographer hat on this week, and find a moment or place in Warrensburg that means something to you. Submit your photo(s) by Saturday, May 30, using the link in the comments!

(If you aren't able to get the link to work, let us know! We can take submissions via email too.)

📸WHAT'S YOUR WARRENSBURG?📸

The City of Warrensburg and the Warrensburg Arts Commission invite photographers of all ages and experience levels to participate in our Annual Budget Book Photo Contest! The deadline is 👉MAY 30, 2026.

Help us tell the story of our community through your lens by capturing what Warrensburg means to you.

We’re looking for images that reflect the heart, character, and everyday beauty of our city. Whether you're a resident or just passing through, we want to see your perspective.

For full contest rules and submission guidelines, check out the link in the comments or follow the QR code below.

05/24/2026

Neat program at the Warrensburg Senior Center!

Warrensburg Drums Alive class is moving for the summer season! The first day in the temporary summer location will be May 26th.

05/23/2026

Action shots from Third Wednesday! Great to see people enjoying an evening of fun in downtown Warrensburg!

05/23/2026

We had a great time at Third Wednesdays with Visit Warrensburg and Warrensburg Main Street Inc.! Check out the colorful work created by folks just walking through our downtown.

05/20/2026

The Central Missouri Repertory Theatre is preparing their family-friendly summer production, THE LOST MUSKETEER!

See this press release for more information:
https://www.ucmo.edu/news/university-news/2026/2026-05-19-lost-musketeer.php