Royalty Arena I-44, Carthage, MO 64836, Year-round events ranging from horse shows and rodeos to clinics. If it has to do with horses, it happens here., 417-548-7722

Marian Days 1900 Grand Avenue, Carthage, MO 64836, A time for religious and spiritual renewal honoring the Virgin Mary, this event held in August, is also an opportunity for the U.S. Vietnamese Community to come together for a reunion., 417-358-7787

Bluegrass & Folk Music Show West Side of Square, Carthage, MO 64836, Folks gather in the woodshed every first and third Friday night for good bluegrass, gospel music and fun., 417-358-1800

Maple Leaf Festival Carthage Square, Grand Avenue, Carthage, MO 64836, This week-long event, held in October, includes the biggest parade in southwest Missouri. Arts & craft vendors, dog show, queen contest and many other events., 417-358-2373