What’s Going On THE EVENTS YOU NEED TO KNOW.
Dates and events are subject to change. Please visit the event website for the most up-to-date information.
March MARCH 3-6 TRUE/FALSE FILM FEST
VARIOUS VENUES Don’t miss Columbia’s annual cinematic celebration. The festival not only showcases documentaries by filmmakers from all over the world, it also showcases downtown Columbia with special T/F art installations, musical performances and events. Times and prices vary; www.truefalse.org
MARCH 5 ROOTIN' TOOTIN' CHILI COOKOFF
HOLIDAY INN EXPO CENTER Enjoy all the chili you care to sample from local chefs, businesses and talented amateur cooks (including a Classic Rock 96.7 KCMQ team!) at this annual fundraiser sponsored by MFA Oil and JES Holdings to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbia. 2 to 6 p.m.; $15 in advance ages 11 and older; under 10 free; bgc-columbia.org/ events/chili-cookoff/ 138 INSIDE COLUMBIA MARCH/april
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MARCH 12 POLAR PLUNGE
BASS PRO SHOP Come out and cheer on the chilly dippers in this annual frosty fundraiser! Scores of plucky participants will brave the frigid winter waters of Bass Pro Shops’ lake to raise funds for local Special Olympics athletes. Noon; donations encouraged; somo.org
MARCH 22 "FIDDLER ON THE ROOF"
JESSE AUDITORIUM See Tony nominees Danny Burstein and Jessica Hecht in this classic musical, with stunning choreographer from acclaimed Israeli expert Hofesh Shechter. A wonderful cast and lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming tale of the timeless traditions that define faith and family. 7 p.m.; from $59; concertseries.missouri.edu
April MARCH 17 HASAN MINHAJ
MISSOURI THEATRE Minhaj was the host and creator of the weekly comedy show "Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj" that premiered on Netflix in October 2018. The series received a 2019 Peabody Award and a Primetime Emmy, and was recognized for a 2020 Television Academy Honor. More unique comedic specials followed. 7 p.m.; from $53; concertseries.missouri.edu
APRIL 8–9 MISSOURI CONTEMPORARY BALLET: LIVE!
MISSOURI THEATRE Missouri Contemporary Ballet (MCB) presents an audience favorite, "LIVE!," featuring both live dance and live music. "LIVE!" includes three world premieres, acclaimed works from the MCB repertoire and original compositions from local musicians. 7 p.m.; from $28; concertseries.missouri.edu
