Runge in Your Backyard Incredible Insects: Discover Missouri’s incredible insects through activities, discovery tables and a bug safari! Using net magnifiers, seek out insects in Memorial Park and find out for yourself how beautiful & diverse our 6-legged creatures can be.
Make new friends, eat delicious food, and enjoy rock painting at Memorial Park. Everything is free while supplies last. All ages welcome! Event Sponsored by JC Rocks and JC Parks.
Watch the sidewalks come alive! Join JC Parks and Capital Arts for a day of music, creativity and fun. Drawing is done directly on the sidewalks. You may begin working at any time after 11:00am. Cash prizes will be awarded to winners. Registration is now open (and limited!) Register online at capitalarts.org or day of […]
Have you ever enjoyed the sound of a neighbor playing guitar on their porch? Porchfest turns that simple joy into a free, family-friendly event with local musicians performing on porches across town. Enjoy live music, art, street activities, food, and fun for all ages. Bring a lawn chair, sunscreen, and tips for your favorite performers!
Runge in Your Backyard Nature's Superheroes: Nature is full of creatures that fly fast, jump far, and climb quickly. They even help save the world with their superhero abilities! Through activities, discovery tables, and live animals from the Runge Nature Center, discover Missouri’s superheroes!
Poppies to the Park is a heartfelt tribute honoring veterans with thousands of handmade poppies from near and far. The poppies will be installed along the Bicentennial Bridge, with garlands leading to Deborah Cooper Park and will remain on display through Thanksgiving. This community art project is made possible by JC Rotary Clubs, JC Parks, […]
Try catching a rainbow trout with your own gear or borrow fly fishing equipment—volunteers will be on hand to help! The first 100 kids get giveaway items. Sponsored by the Conservation Foundation of Missouri Charitable Trust, Capital City Fly Fishers, and JC Parks.
Join JC Parks and the News Tribune for the 41st Annual Christmas Home Decorating Contest. Whether you’re a first-timer or returning participant, you can compete to win in one of the six contest categories or enter just for fun to be included on the Christmas Lights Tour map. Every entry helps brighten our community, and if […]
Join us for entertainment, refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus at the lighting of the Mayor’s Christmas Tree. Entertainment will begin at 5:30 pm, with the Mayor lighting the tree around 6:30 pm. Support neighbors in need with non-perishable food items or unwrapped toys for the Salvation Army.
The annual holiday fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jefferson City is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Binder Park! This 5k Jingle Dash is $25/adult (Kids 12 and under are FREE) and benefits the local Big Brothers and Big Sisters chapter, while runners and walkers enjoy the Capital City Festival of Lights […]
