The Jesse James Festival:
Kearney, Missouri is most noted as the boyhood home and final resting place of America's most famed outlaw--Jesse James. On the 3rd weekend of September, Kearney holds it's annual Jesse James Festival drawing thousands to the town located just north of Kansas City. The Jesse James Festival is in its 37th year in 2007 and promises fun for the whole family.
When, Where:
The Jesse James Festival will be held September 7-9, 11, 13-16 in Kearney, Missouri. The Festival boats live entertainment, carnival, dances, parade, rodeo, BBQ Cook-off, arts & crafts and a million other fun family filled events.
The event is held at the Jesse James Festival Grounds, just north of Kearney on Highway 33.
Entertainment, Events, Cool Things to See :
The Jesse James Festival has many events worth seeing...
Top Picks Include:
Jesse James BBQ Cook-Off September 15th
Firefighters Muster and Equipment Show, September 8th
Chainsaw Carving Show, September 14th and 15th
Carnival Opens September 13th
Demolition Derby September 14th
Parade September 15th
Apache Helicopter Expo September 15th
Rodeo September 15-16
Check out the official Jesse James Festival Website for a complete listing of events and times.
