Community Calendar

The 6th Annual Spring Craft Fair is happening on April 18th and lasts from 9:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. This event features unique handmade goods from talented local vendors in an indoor setting. One-of-a-kind treasures can be found while supporting small businesses. The cost of attendance is one dollar.

Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience recreates the magic of the Eras Tour in a spectacular, unforgettable show starring Traci Marie as Taylor.

This high energy production captures the sound, style, and spirit fans love while introducing chart topping additions like The Fate of Ophelia, Opalite, and Cancelled from the buzzworthy new album The Life of a Showgirl, keeping the show fresh and full of surprises.

Designed to be a G rated, family friendly event, this fast paced production invites audiences of all ages to sing along, dance, and become part of the magic. Vibrant, captivating, and unforgettable, this is more than a tribute. It is a night of pure entertainment that leaves everyone energized and smiling long after the final bow.

“Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience” puts the audience at the center of the show, building each night’s setlist entirely from audience requests and the personal stories behind them.
Before the show, guests fill out request cards, and their memories and song choices shape the narrative of the evening. No two performances are ever the same. The result is a heartfelt, one-of-a-kind celebration that proves The Beatles’ music truly is the soundtrack of our lives.

Register for the Abbey Trails 5K Run / 2 Mile Walk on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9 a.m. at Conception Abbey!

Registration includes a t-shirt, door prize registration, and access to the brunch and health fair after the race.

The 5K run is on a scenic, paved road with traffic control.

For the 2 mile walk, participants estimate the time it will take to walk two miles around a paved surface on the Abbey grounds. The person finishing closest to their estimated time wins (see registration form). 1st and 2nd places, male and female in each age group. Anyone wearing a watch will be disqualified.

Registration and Packet pick up for the in-person event will begin at 7:30 a.m. and go until 8:45 a.m. on the day of the race at the Welcome Center on the campus of Conception Abbey & Conception Seminary College.

If you are unable to join in person on May 2 but still want to participate, they invite you to join them virtually. This will be in participation only, no competition. You may complete your walk or run wherever you are. Your registration fees will provide you with a t-shirt, which will be mailed or arranged for pick-up.

Abbey Trails promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being on our campus and in the local communities and builds community among runners and walkers in Northwest Missouri. Proceeds from the event are used to promote health and wellness initiatives at Conception Abbey and in the local community.

For more information about Abbey Trails, contact us at (660) 944-2881 or events@conception.edu.

The Drifters are one of the most enduring vocal groups in American music history, blending rhythm and blues with soul and pop to create timeless hits. Formed in the 1950s, the group became known for their smooth harmonies, heartfelt lyrics, and rich sound that captured the essence of the era. Songs like “Under the Boardwalk,” “Save the Last Dance for Me,” and “Up on the Roof” remain classics that continue to inspire generations. Though the lineup has changed many times, the group’s legacy lives on. The Drifters’ music symbolizes the golden age of doo-wop and soul.

The American Idol Season 23 runner-up combines a rich, classic country sound with heartfelt storytelling rooted in small-town life, whose style can be described as neo-traditional. With a voice that honors the greats of classic country and songs that speak to life’s honest moments, John Foster is poised to keep the tradition alive while carving out a bright future. The journey is just beginning for this rising star from Louisiana, now also making waves in Nashville.