Camdenton is gearing up for as the Dogwood Festival rolls into town this week. Events will stretch from April 24 through April 26, offering something for all ages—from carnival rides and craft fairs to pancake breakfasts and live entertainment.
The festivities began April 13, with the Little, Junior, and Teen Dogwood contests, followed by the Miss Dogwood Pageant. The official royalty include:
- Little Mr. Dogwood: James Baughman
- Little Miss Dogwood: MacKenzie Page
- Jr. Miss Dogwood: Blair Rice
- Teen Miss Dogwood: Alyson Schafer
- People's Choice Winner - Vivian Robinson (not pictured)
- Miss Dogwood 2025 - Elizabeth Bailey
The carnival kicks off Thursday and runs through Saturday night in the Camdenton Middle School parking lot. Wristbands will be available nightly from 5 to 9 p.m. for $25.
Friday's lineup includes garage sales at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and St. Anthony’s Church, a dinner theater at the Camden County Museum, and live music on the main stage from 7 to 9 p.m. Outdoor food and vendor booths will be open from 5 to 10 p.m.
The grand finale on Saturday packs in the most action. Events begin as early as 7 a.m. with garage sales and a pancake breakfast, and the Dogwood Festival Parade rolls through town at 10 a.m. Families can enjoy free airplane rides for kids at the Camdenton airport, indoor arts and crafts, vendor booths, and a full slate of live entertainment—running from 12:30 p.m. until 9 p.m.
For a full list of events and locations, visitors are encouraged to check the Camdenton Chamber of Commerce online.
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