Suckerdays returns for its 68th year in Downtown Nixa with two full days of arts, crafts, live music, family-friendly rides, and one of the most unique traditions in the region—the annual sucker fish fry.

This long-running community festival brings together local vendors, entertainment, and activities for all ages. From browsing handmade goods to enjoying live performances under the Big Top Tent, there’s something happening all weekend long.

Saturday highlights include sucker fish samples starting at noon, along with a full day of live music and festival fun.

Schedule Highlights:

Friday, May 15 (Kickoff):
• Festival Opens | 5:00 PM
• Parade | 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Nixa Junior High to Rotary Park)
• Live Music:

• The Pretty Lonesome | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Isaac Kenneth Band ft. Chelsey James | 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
  • Beer Garden | 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Saturday, May 16:
• Festival Opens | 9:00 AM
• Sucker Fish Samples | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
• Live Music:

• Easton Beasley | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Chris May | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Riley Braker | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• The New Waves | 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
  • Beer Garden | 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Ride Information:
Unlimited ride wristbands provide access to rides, bounce houses, and pony rides all weekend.
• $10 each or 2 for $15
• Available in advance at Arris’ Pizza (Springfield & Republic)
• Single ride tickets available at the event

Key Highlights:
• Arts & craft vendors
• Live music both days
• Kid rides, bounce houses, and pony rides
• Sucker fish fry & samples (Saturday at 12PM)
• Parade kickoff on Thursday evening
• Beer garden on-site