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Columbia
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Columbia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local community members, including politicians, pageant royalty, and business representatives, marched along Broadway to honor fallen service members; the parade united neighbors in a respectful tribute & a display of shared remembrance. Columbia Missourian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nigerian community celebrated Igala Day on Monday at Lamb Shelter in Cosmo Park where organizers hosted music, presentations, Nigerian food and a cultural dance presentation in honor of heritage and Memorial Day. KOMU 8
- ➤ For the People Pow Wow celebrated Native American culture today—featuring a drum circle, dancers, singers and vendors offering art, clothing, bags, jewelry and food—and brought community members together. Columbia Missourian
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Atomic Returns to Dive Bar
8 PM – 12 AM — Dive Bar — Cost details not provided — Experience the gritty blend of Midwest rock, country, and blues from Atomic Junction.
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Apollo 13 Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No outside food or drink — Celebrate cinematic history with the thrilling Apollo 13 on a Saturday night under the stars.
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Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp
5-8 p.m. — Columbia Cosmopolitan Recreation Area — $130-$225 — Young soccer enthusiasts can improve their skills under professional coaching in a fun and engaging environment.
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Arts Fishing Club Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Rose Music Hall — Cashless venue — Enjoy an evening of captivating live music at Rose Music Hall.
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Zootopia 2 Movie Night
6:30-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — No entry fee — Enjoy a family-friendly screening of Zootopia 2 under the stars.
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Lilo & Stitch Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Lakeside Ashland — Free for teachers and their guests — Enjoy a nostalgic evening under the stars with Lilo & Stitch.
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2026 CSI | NAWIC Golf Tournament
8 AM – 3 PM — The Club at Old Hawthorne — Team registrations and sponsorships available — Swing for a good cause with proceeds benefiting local educational programs and scholarships.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Youth Basketball Camp — Jun 9-11 — Columbia Sports Fieldhouse — $97 observed coach fee — Improve your scoring and ball handling at this high-intensity camp for kids in grades 3-8.
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Callaway Chamber Monthly Roundtable Tour
8:30-10:00 a.m. — Callaway Chamber of Commerce — Free entry — Engage with community members and industry leaders to explore local workforce opportunities.
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2026 Show-Me State Games / Missouri State Senior Games
All day — Albert-Oakland Park — Various entry fees — Compete or enjoy playing pickleball at one of Columbia's premier venues.
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