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Centralia Anchor Festival

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! 

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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:

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

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Organizer

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Matthew Franssen

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