Late Summer Getaways in Hermann
Still Time for a Summertime Escape
Summer is flying by—and if you haven’t carved out time for a little R&R with friends, now is the perfect time. Whether you’re wanting a laid-back midweek escape or a fun-filled weekend adventure, Hermann is the ideal place to relax, recharge, and reconnect.
Grab a friend (or a few!) for a trip to Hermann, Missouri, for a weekend or midweek adventure that will feel like a mini vacation. Whether you’re planning a girls’ trip, a guys’ getaway, or a couples-only retreat, Hermann has all the right ingredients: easy to plan, even easier to enjoy, and filled with experiences that build the bonds of friendship! It’s all about catching up—no distractions, just good conversation, great company, and a well-deserved break from your normal routine.
Cool Ideas for Hot Days!
Summertime in Missouri brings the heat, but Hermann knows how to keep things cool, whether your crew wants something active or indulgent, or a little of both. From early birds to night owls, and everyone in between, there’s no shortage of things to do to fill your days (and nights) with fun.
Start the morning with a little friendly competition at the City Park Tennis & Pickleball Courts, because nothing says summer like a quick game or two before the sun gets too high. The courts are free to use and open on a first-come, first-served basis, so grab your paddles, round up your fellow pickleheads, enjoy some lighthearted fun—and maybe even some bragging rights.
Prefer to keep things a bit more mellow? Stay cool at the Hermann City pool, the perfect spot to chill out, relax, catch some morning sun, and ease into the day. Just don’t forget the sunscreen!
Fuel up With Your Favorite Breakfast & Coffee
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, or simply rolled out of bed, Hermann’s Coffee Shops & Breakfast spots are ready to serve:
- Ainsley’s Place always surprises guests—will it be Peaches and Cream French Toast, Banana Walnut Ableskivers, or Eggs Benedict? You’ll have to stop by to find out!
- Sugar & Spice Laura’s Delights II offers the classics: plated breakfasts, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and donuts. Sometimes, you just want to keep it simple.
- Stomp’n Grounds Espresso Bar serves breakfast all day, plus hot or iced coffees to match your mood! Add a scone or kolache to complete your breakfast.
- Fernweh Distilling Co. – Enjoy brunch inside or on the patio. Fluffy pancakes, omelets made-your-way, and traditional breakfast foods will tempt your palate.
- Espresso Laine features hot or iced coffees and teas, and a wide variety of smoothies, like the Muddy Water or Funky Monkey.
- Hermann Crown Suites offers hot breakfast 7 days a week
- Hermann Wurst Haus has All You Can Eat Breakfast on Saturdays & Sundays, 8:00am – 11:00am.
- Swiss Meat & Sausage Co. offers breakfast sandwiches and biscuits & gravy daily, Monday-Saturday.
- Zydeco serves weekly Sunday Brunch Specials from 11:00am – 3:00pm
Chillin’ in Hermann
From spa treatments to wine and spirit tastings, there are plenty of fun and relaxing things to do, at whatever pace you like.
Book a massage at Massage for Your Health or Eden Spa, and treat yourself (or the whole crew) to a little downtime. Then swing over to Lionheart Whiskey Co. for their gold, silver, and bronze NYISC award-winning whiskeys. Enjoy a tour and lesson in creating the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail.
Looking for something cool, refreshing, and unique? We have two words for you: wine slushies.
Slushies, Cocktails, & Sunsets
Hermann is wine country, and wine slushies are the thirst-quenching, cool-down favorite cocktail of the season. Sip on these delicious frozen wine concoctions with friends while you share a chill, carefree afternoon. You will want to try the wine slushies at Adam Puchta Winery, featuring their delicious wines.
One of the best ways to cool down in the summer heat? Head to Sunsets at Stone Hill Winery from 5–8 pm, every Friday from May through October. Enjoy the live music and take in the spectacular views of their Norton vineyard, all while enjoying their refreshing wine slushies or cold beer, and snacking on some delicious nibbles on the open-air Sherry House deck.
Speaking of delicious food, Doxie Slush offers coastal-inspired dishes, fantastic seafood, and made-from-scratch frozen cocktails (as well as beer and wine). Or head to Wings A-Blazin’ (a.k.a. Turbulence Brewery) for their award-winning wings, catfish or shrimp baskets, tacos, and Po’ Boys. If you’re craving a Philly cheesesteak, Willie’s Philly’s will take care of you, and they also feature live music every other weekend from April to October.
Cold Cocktails, Hot Music
When the sun goes down, Hermann heats up with its live music, making it easy to keep the good times rolling:
- Hermann 1837 Cellar Bar at Hermann Crown Suites offers live music every night of the week from May through October—plus dinner, drinks, and dancing.
- Concert Hall and Barrel Tavern, the oldest continually operating tavern west of the Mississippi, has it all: great food, wine, craft beers, signature drinks, and a sports bar with big screen TVs so you don’t have to miss the game.
- The Piano Bar features karaoke every Friday and dueling pianos on Saturday night from March through December.
- Live Music at Adam Puchta Winery happens from 10 am – 6 pm every Saturday, from April to mid-November. Enjoy their award-winning wines while you relax and take in the beautiful scenery.
- Live Music at Tin Mill Brewing Company is happening all summer long, every Friday from 5-8 pm. Come for the crowd-pleasing music and stay for their craft beers—like Skyscraper, their German-style pilsner, or Red Caboose, a classic amber lager.
- Planning to be in Hermann, Sunday, August 3? Don’t miss the Community Band Concert at 7:30 pm. This free concert will feature a mix of marches, overtures, show tunes, patriotic music, and contemporary tunes. Just bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and besties for a beautiful evening of music at the Clara Eitmann Messmer Amphitheater.
Festivals That Bring the Fun
Hermann is synonymous with several things: wine country, German heritage, and fantastic festivals. Whether you’re in the mood for BBQ, jazz, bourbon, or FreedomFest fireworks, Hermann’s festival calendar is jam-packed with events you won’t want to miss. Here are a few of the big festivals coming up:
- FreedomFest 2025 Parade, Concert & Fireworks is a 2-day event beginning Friday, July 4, with the movie Sandlot being shown at the Showboat Theatre. Saturday morning, the 11:00am parade leads to the riverfront for the Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith Pavilion Dedication ceremony at Riverfront Park. Special activities throughout the day, including a kids’ tractor pull and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk at the riverfront, will wrap up the celebrations.
- 2025 Missouri Bourbon Festival at Copper Mule Distillery features bourbon tastings from over 20 Missouri distilleries, Saturday, August 2.
- Hermann Wine & Jazz Festival – Come enjoy some cool jazz, Saturday, September 13, at the Clara Eitmann-Messmer Amphitheater. There will be food and drink vendors on site in the afternoon and evening.
- Hermann Harvest Festival – Saturday, September 27 from 10 am – 5 pm. Fun, food trucks, local vendors offering an abundant selection of home décor, baked goods, handmade jewelry, candles, and more.
- 73rd Annual Arts and Crafts Festival takes place October 11 and 12, from 10 am – 5 pm, and features original art and handmade pieces from ceramics to woodworking and everything in between.
- SmokeFest 2025 is a 21-and-over-only annual charity event on Saturday, September 20. Featuring Whiskey, Cigars, an Amateur BBQ contest, and live music, this event is one you’ll want to mark on the calendar!
These are a few of the major festivals in Hermann this summer and fall. See our Events Calendar and festivals to see what’s happening in Hermann and plan your trip!
Plan Your Trip Now Before You Run Out of Summer!
Girls’ trip, guys’ trip, or something in between—Hermann is close enough for a quick escape and full of memories waiting to happen. Ready to start planning? Browse local guest houses, cozy cottages, and charming hotels to find the perfect place to stay for you and your friends.
Whether you sneak away midweek or go all in for a summer weekend, you’ll find plenty of things to do right here, in one incredible location.
