Missouri Capitol to Glow Red for Red Ribbon Week
The state capitol will shine red on October 26 to help residents recognize national drug prevention efforts.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Substance Abuse
The Missouri Capitol dome will glow red from sunset on October 26 to sunrise on October 27, 2026. This display honors the annual Red Ribbon Week, a national drug use prevention initiative.
Why it matters
The lighting serves to increase public awareness of the ongoing mission to promote drug prevention and health education throughout Missouri. It highlights the state's participation in the annual campaign to reduce substance abuse.
Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide drug prevention program observed annually from October 23 to October 31. The exact reach of the educational resources promoted during this week across Missouri is not yet fully measured.
The players
Mike Kehoe
Governor of Missouri who ordered the lighting of the state capitol.
The details
The Capitol dome acts as a visual signal for the broader Red Ribbon Week educational campaign. This initiative aims to foster community conversations about the dangers of substance use and the importance of healthy life choices. The lighting serves to unify state-level efforts with local programs that provide resources for drug prevention education.
Timeline
October 23 to October 31 marks the annual Red Ribbon Week.
The Capitol dome begins glowing red at sunset on October 26, 2026.
The red lighting concludes at sunrise on October 27, 2026.
Health Landscape
This effort aligns Missouri with the national schedule of Red Ribbon Week, a long-standing initiative focused on substance abuse prevention. It reflects the broader public health reliance on awareness campaigns to bolster community-based education efforts.
Red Ribbon Week is an opportunity to review prevention resources available in your community. Consider discussing substance abuse education and support options with a healthcare provider if you have concerns about your family's health.
The takeaway
The red lighting symbolizes a statewide commitment to drug prevention and public health education. Use this annual awareness week to connect with local resources that focus on substance use prevention strategies.
Further reading
Learn more about local initiatives and resources in the Missouri Substance Abuse section.
