• Poppies to the Park

    Bicentennial Bridge 130 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Christmas Home Decorating Contest

    All Around JCMO MO, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Light the Way Tree Lighting

    River Market Pavilion 160 N. Chestnut Street, Jefferson City, MO, United States

    This holiday season, JC Parks and United Way of Central Missouri are bringing local organizations together for our first-ever Light the Way event! United Way partner agencies and supporters are invited to decorate a Christmas tree that showcases their mission, celebrates their work and spreads holiday cheer throughout the community. It’s a chance to raise […]

    Free
  • 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

    Rotary Centennial Park 102 Bolivar St, Jefferson City, MO, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters JC Jingle Dash 5k

    Binder Park (Park Entrance) 5840 Rainbow Drive, Jefferson City, MO, United States

    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 […]

    $25