May 29, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Centralia Anchor Festival
Get ready for one of Centralia’s biggest and most exciting weekends of the year - Anchor Fest 2026!
Join us May 29th-31st in Downtown Centralia, Missouri for carnival rides, live music, exciting events, a car show, delicious food, local shopping, and nonstop fun for the whole family. This beloved annual tradition brings visitors from all over to experience the charm, energy, and community spirit that make Centralia so special. Mark your calendars and come make memories with us.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

2026 Anchor Festival
May 29 - May 31
Complimentary Shuttle Service During Carnival
From Jim Butler Centralia to the intersection at Singleton & Collier Streets
Public Restrooms Available
First Baptist Church
- Friday 4:00-8:00 PM
- Saturday 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday 12:00-5:00 PM
Handicap Parking available at Oliver Funeral Home
Friday, May 29th
Carnival Rides: 3:00-11:00 PM
Entertainment:
- 3:00 PM: National Anthem
- 3:00-4:00 PM: Chloe Hoecker
- 4:00-7:00 PM: Brandy Lee
- 8:00-11:00 PM: Nick Gusman & The Coyotes
Parade: 6:45 PM
Saturday, May 30th
Country Breakfast at the First Christian Church:
- 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Proceeds go to Esther’s Pantry
Fun Run:
- Check-In: 7:00 AM
- Race Begins: 8:00 AM
- Proceeds go to CIS Outdoor Classroom
- More details found here.
3-On-3 Basketball:
- 9:00 AM
- Baptist Church Parking Lot
Antique Tractor Show:
- 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Singleton Street
Anchor Driving Contest:
- 10:00 AM
- Southwest Corner of Square
Carnival Rides: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Entertainment:
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Noah Earle
- 1:00-2:00 PM: Mid Mo Kats
- 2:30-3:30 PM: Ms. Tess Storytime
- 3:30-4:00 PM: Recognition Ceremony
- 4:00-8:00 PM: Grandma Glee (on Singleton Street)
- 4:00-7:00 PM: Travis Feutz & The Stardust Cowboys
- 8:00-11:00 PM: Disengaged
Sunday, May 31st
Anchor Fest Car & Bike Show: 8:00AM – 4:00 PM
Carnival Rides: 12:00-5:00PM
Entertainment:
- 11:00AM – 12:00 PM: Ministerial Alliance Church Service
- 12:00-1:30 PM: Greer Company
- 2:00-4:00 PM: Meredith Shaw










