See St. Joseph: Touch-a-Truck, South Side Fall Festival and Randy Travis

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- There’s a full lineup of family fun and big-name entertainment happening this weekend. Grab your calendars because it's time to See St. Joseph.

On Friday, Sep. 19, families can head to the Rolling Hills Library in the morning for a Touch-a-Truck event with JE Dunn Construction. Kids will get the chance to climb inside real construction vehicles, explore equipment and maybe even honk a few horns.

The event starts at 10 a.m. in the lower lot on the south side of the Belt Branch. Ear protection is recommended for children. The library will provide headphones and earplugs while supplies last.

Also, this Friday, the 36th Annual South Side Fall Festival kicks off and runs from noon to 4 p.m. through Sunday at 402 East Hyde Park with food, vendors and live entertainment.

Then on Saturday, the South Side Fall Festival Parade steps off at 10 a.m. It begins at Green Hills Grocery and continues along King Hill Avenue to Missouri Avenue, rain or shine. Parade registration is still open by email or at Vibe Nutrition on the South Belt Highway.

Also on Saturday, country music fans can look forward to a special evening at the historic Missouri Theatre. Hall of Fame legend Randy Travis brings his More Life Tour to town at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 20.

Travis will be joined by his original touring band and guest vocalist James Dupré, performing his greatest hits while sharing stories from his decades-long career.

Tickets are available now at TicketsToTheShow.com.

So whether you’re looking for a parade, live music or hands-on fun for the kids, St. Joseph has you covered this weekend.

Tune in every Thursday on News-Press NOW for more ways to See St Joseph.