Join us on Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM at the Jaycee's Cole County Fairgrounds (1445 Fairgrounds Road) for our second annual FarmFest event featuring Cow Patty Bingo! Watch as local show cows meander the giant bingo card — purchase a square for $20 from a JC Parks and Recreation Foundation Member […]
Explore Jefferson City on two wheels with our Community Bike Rides! Free and open to all skill levels—from beginners building confidence to experienced cyclists exploring local routes and connecting with the community. Rides happen twice a month: usually the first Saturday morning and third Thursday evening. Locations vary— we post routes and starting points closer […]
Join us for our Fall Ice Skating Recital on October 23, 2026 starting at 7:00 PM at the Washington Park Ice Arena, where participants of all ages and ability levels will showcase their skills. Admission to the recital is $1/person. Sign up to participate in the recitals (free) at the front desk of WPIA.
Bring your family and friends to the Washington Park Ice Arena for this special $5 Admission with FREE Skate Rentals! We'll have fun music, lights, and games to play on the ice. See you there!
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!
Kick off your Halloween shenanigans by skating at the Washington Park Ice Arena in your costume under spooky lights and themed music! Regular admission rates apply -- bring the whole family by!
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.
The Jefferson City Trail Users group leads Community Hikes to promote and advocate for local trails. Get together with a group to discover trails with fellowship! These hikes occur each month. Locations and start times vary. Follow JC Parks on Facebook, where we load Community Hikes as events with more information and route maps. Planned […]
Explore Jefferson City on two wheels with our Community Bike Rides! Free and open to all skill levels—from beginners building confidence to experienced cyclists exploring local routes and connecting with the community. Rides happen twice a month: usually the first Saturday morning and third Thursday evening. Locations vary— we post routes and starting points closer […]
Team Up Clean Up is a five-event volunteer series dedicated to keeping JC Parks and the Greenway clean. Events run 10:00–11:30 AM, with locations announced closer to each date here and on Facebook. Supplies are provided, and volunteers work in teams to remove litter and protect streams and trails. Bring a friend and help make […]
Celebrate National "Take a Hike Day" with a scavenger hunt across JC Parks trails! Take a hike to find the mic—return it to The Linc for a chance to win two Capitol Region Amphitheater tickets. A music-themed scavenger hunt will be posted on the JC Parks Facebook Page the morning of 11/17, with clues to […]
