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Iron Horse Festival

The 17th annual Iron Horse Festival takes place on Saturday, September 26, in Downtown Poplar Bluff. The festival celebrates the city's railroad heritage and features live music, a car show, various food and street vendors, and family-friendly activities.

Date
Sep 26, 2026
Location
Poplar Bluff
Status
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Iron Horse Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • 17th annual event
  • celebration of railroad heritage
  • live music on multiple stages
  • car show aiming for over 250 vehicles
Organized by Grow Our Downtown, the Iron Horse Festival officially begins at 10 a.m. Spectator admission to the festival is free, though fees apply for participation in the pancake breakfast and car show entries. Live music performances are planned across two stages, with Josh Abrams and Misty & Vince Acoustic at Haffy’s Courtyard, and Maddy and the Monarchs alongside Carnahan & Co. at the Car Show Stage. Bluff Cars and Coffee promotes the car show, aiming for more than 250 vehicles. According to Grow Our Downtown, all festival vendor spots are sold out.

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Downtown Poplar Bluff
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Grow Our Downtown will hold the 17th annual Iron Horse Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26
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