Kenneth E. Cowan Civic Center

09/22/2025

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

We are so excited for Garner and Smith Insurance’s Customer Appreciation Day on September 24th! 🗓️

09/19/2025

🌟 Heads up! 🌟

If you notice our parking lot is full this weekend, don’t worry! We’re hosting a private event. Thank you for your understanding, and we can’t wait to see you at our next open event!

Check out our full list of events in Lebanon!
https://www.visitlebanonmo.org/

09/17/2025

📢 Heads Up, Lebanon!

The Civic Center will be closed for a private event this weekend – but don’t worry, we have something exciting coming your way NEXT week! 🎉

✨ We’re thrilled to welcome the Whimsical Wonders Craft and Oddities Expo to the Civic Center! 🧵🔮 Come explore unique handmade items, curious finds, and one-of-a-kind creations.

SEPTEMBER 26th-28th from 10AM - 6 PM

Mark your calendars and bring your friends – you won’t want to miss this! 💛

📅 Event Info & Details:
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Whimsical Wonders Craft and Oddities Expo is a 3 day show with hundreds of amazing vendors to see.

09/11/2025

09/08/2025

Check out this month’s calendar—there are some new events you won’t want to miss!

08/01/2025

🎉📅 AUGUST AT THE COWAN CIVIC CENTER! 📅🎉

Need a reason to leave the house that doesn't involve groceries or chasing the neighbor’s dog again? We’ve got you covered! From family fun to events that’ll make you say “Wait… that’s this weekend?!”, the Cowan Civic Center is the place to be this month.

✨ Check out our full calendar of events

👉 https://www.visitlebanonmo.org/events

Don’t say we didn’t warn you—August might just become your busiest (and most fun) month yet!

07/23/2025

✨ Get ready for the 43rd Annual Gospel Music Spectacular! ✨🎶

📅 July 25–27, 2025
📍 Cowan Civic Center Theater

Come experience three unforgettable nights of Southern Gospel music featuring:

The New Horizons with their signature family harmonies and soulful saxophone 🎵

Special guest quartets including Voice of Truth, Faithful Crossings, and more!

🙏 Free admission – love offerings welcome! Every night starts at 6 PM — bring the whole family to be blessed and uplifted. Don’t miss it! 🎤

The New Horizons invite you to our 43rd Annual Gospel Spectacular. We are bringing the best of the best in southern gospel music to Lebanon, Missouri. No ticket needed, love offering will be received nightly. Come and enjoy !!

07/19/2025

🧶✨ Fiber U is TODAY at the Cowan Civic Center! ✨🧶

Come on out and explore the amazing world of fiber arts — free admission and open to everyone! 🙌

🕗 Open today from 8 AM – 6 PM
📍 Cowan Civic Center, Lebanon, MO

Demos, shopping, learning, and fun — don’t miss it! 🎨🛍️

Open to the public! Free Admission! Fiber U promotes Fiber Arts and the Education of Fiber Arts. Visit FIber Artist Vendors, and see their products for sale, take a class and watch demonstrations!

07/17/2025

🧶✨ FIBER U – July 19 & 20 at Cowan Civic Center! ✨🧶

Ever wanted to learn more about fiber arts? Now’s your chance—it’s FREE and open to the public! Whether you're a weaver, knitter, spinner, felter, or simply curious, come explore and connect.

📅 Dates & Times
• Saturday, July 19: 8 AM – 6 PM
• Sunday, July 20: 8 AM – 3 PM

📍 Location: Cowan Civic Center (500 E Elm St, Lebanon, MO)

🛍️ What to Expect: Fiber art demos, hands-on learning, and a lovely artisan fiber art sale—perfect for inspiration or picking up unique pieces.

Bring your friends and family, and dive into the world of fiber art with us!

Open to the public! Free Admission! Fiber U promotes Fiber Arts and the Education of Fiber Arts. Visit FIber Artist Vendors, and see their products for sale, take a class and watch demonstrations!

07/16/2025

🏍️🔥 Get ready for the Show Me 66 Rally! 🔥🏍️
📅 TOMORROW: July 17th-20th, 2025
📍 Lebanon-Laclede County Fairgrounds

This is a family‑friendly Christian motorcycle rally, featuring rides, games, vendors, and services—perfect for riders and families alike

Mark your calendars and rev up for an unforgettable weekend on Route 66! 🛣️✨

A Family-Friendly event with lots of fun for the whole family! Games, vendors and more.

07/12/2025

🎆 Saturday, July 12 — Closing Night & Fireworks! 🎆
🎟️ $15 Admission
🐄 10AM: Bucket Calf & Dairy Show
🎠 Carnival Opens at 6PM ($20 Wristbands)
🚜 7PM: Hometown Truck & Tractor Pull
🎆 9:30PM: End of Fair Fireworks!
Let’s wrap up an amazing week — see you at the fair! 🎡

The 2025 Laclede County Fair dates are July 5-12, 2025. Please click MORE for the 2025 schedule of events.

07/11/2025

🚜 Friday, July 11 — Pull Night! 🚜
🎟️ $15 Admission
🐄 Dairy Cattle Arrive
🎠 Carnival Opens at 6PM ($20 Wristbands)
🚜 7PM: MMTTPA & SMTTPA Sanction Pull
Come out for another exciting night at the fair! 🎡

The 2025 Laclede County Fair dates are July 5-12, 2025. Please click MORE for the 2025 schedule of events.