2007 Special Events
Special Events are unique programs, celebrations, or park openings. This page will be updated frequently to add new celebration dates or details on upcoming events. Check back often!
Ongoing Programs
| ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS AND REC | |
| Youth Activity Park Skate Team Showdown! First Friday of Every Month, 6 − 10 PM Create your own five-person skate team and participate in our year-long competition for a chance at great prizes. FEE: $100 for a 5-person team |
Youth Activity Park Trick of the Month First Saturday of Every Month, Noon − 3:30 PM Create your own trick or show off your moves before the YAP judges. The top three winners each month will receive a one-day access pass to the YAP. FEE: Free! |
| Quail Ridge Park & Indian Camp Creek Park Two-hour guided Mountain Bike Rides through October! Offering tips and advice along the route, experienced cyclists will guide participants through the parks' paved and natural trails. Second Wednesday of each month at Quail Ridge Park, 6 p.m. − Dusk Fourth Wednesday of each month at Indian Camp Creek Park, 6 p.m. − Dusk FEE: Free! For more information, please see this News Release! |
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| Klondike Park Amphitheater behind Shelter #3 Saturday, June 2, 7:30 - 9:30 PM Guided Full-Moon Night Hike Led by the light of the full moon, join us for a guided hike through the park to discover the night's sights and sounds. FEE: Free |
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| Wapelhorst Park Friday, June 8, 7 −10 p.m. The St. Charles Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with the City of St. Charles will have a family party, south of I-70 at Wapelhorst Park on Friday, June 8th. This event has been very popular in the past and this year promises to be even bigger and better. Games for children, inflatable rides, food and beverages, music by "We are Point Blank", water games for children & extended hours at Wapelhorst Pool, and much more will be offered. Mark you calendar and come on out for a great evening filled with entertainment for the entire family!!! FEE: Free! |
Quail Ridge Park, Shelter #1 June 11-15, 9:30 - 11:30 AM Park Explorer Kids Club Age Requirement: 1st through 5th Graders only. Get your child interested in the outdoors, as an exciting schedule of outdoor educational programs, crafts, and games will turn your child into a Park Explorer. Advanced registration is required. Session is limited to the 30 participants. FEE: $20; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area Saturday, June 16, 7:30 PM − Midnight The Stars of Summer Join members of the Alliance for Astronomy and the St. Louis Astronomical Society to learn tales and view far-away places. This month's focus is Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter. FEE: Free |
Youth Activity Park Sunday, June 17, Noon − 3:30 PM Father's Heyday Enjoy a day of fun games, crafts, and competition, as we celebrate our Dads at the YAP. FEE:Free |
| Youth Activity Park June 18−22 Session #1: 8−10 AM Session #2: 10 AM−Noon Camp Kick/Flip A week−long skate camp teaches basic to intermediate skating techniques and tricks. Attendees will receive a T-shirt and admission each day to the YAP. Advanced registration is required. Camp is limited to 10 participants per session. FEE: $42; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
Youth Activity Park Saturday, June 23, 11 AM − 3:30 PM Summer Blast Activiities, games, crafts, and a barbecue lunch will kick off the beginning of summer at the YAP. FEE:$5 |
| Youth Activity Park Friday, June 29, 7:30 PM − Midnight Midnight Madness / Movie Night Skate into the night, as the YAP stays open to the wee hours. Bring blankets and chairs for the late−night movie. FEE: $3 |
Klondike Park Amphitheater behind Shelter #3 Saturday, June 30, 7:30 - 9:30 PM Guided Full-Moon Night Hike Led by the light of the full moon, join us for a guided hike through the park to discover the night's sights and sounds. FEE: Free |
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| Founders Sports Complex Saturday, June 2, 11 p.m. Join Lake Saint Louis Parks & Recreation and Momentum Cycles for a moonlight ride through our beautiful city!! FEE: Free, but pre−registration is required! Please see the Moonlight Bike Ride website or call (636) 561-4620 for more information |
Boulevard Park Amphitheater Saturday, June 23, 8:30 p.m. Movies in the Park — The Ant Bully FEE: Free; Please see the Movie in the Park website for more information |
| Windjammer Point Saturday, June 16, 7:00 − 10:00 pm 6th annual Music on the Lake — PHINS (Jimmy Buffet type music) FEE: Free; Please see the Music on the Lake website for more information |
Boulevard Park Thursday, June 28, 7:00 − 9:00 pm 6th annual Music on the Lake — Trilogy FEE: Free; Please see the Music on the Lake website for more information |
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| Alligator's Creek Aquatic Center Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m. − 8 p.m. Alligator's Creek opens for the Summer! FEE: Please see the Alligator's Creek website or call (636) 272-1626 for more information |
Civic Park Bandstand Tuesdays: June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. O'Fallon Jammin' Outdoor Concert Series FEE: Free admission and parking; please see the website for more information |
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| Youth Activity Park Tuesday, July 3, Noon − 3:30 PM Independence Heyday Enjoy a day of fun games, crafts, and competition as we celebrate our nation at the YAP. FEE:Free |
Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area Saturday, July 7, 7:30 PM − Midnight The Stars of Summer Learn the tales of the universe and view far-away places. This month's focus is Jupiter, the Lagoon Nebula, and the Ring Nebula. FEE: Free |
| Youth Activity Park Camp Kick/Flip July 9− 13 Session #3: 8−10 AM Session #4: 10 AM−Noon A week−long skate camp teaches basic to intermediate skating techniques and tricks. Attendees will receive a T-shirt and admission each day to the YAP. Advanced registration is required. Camp is limited to 10 participants per session. FEE: $42; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
Youth Activity Park Saturday, July 28, 9 AM 2nd Annual SK8FEST 2007 Show your skills and tricks in street, bowl jam, and highest ollie competitions. Skaters are ranked on ability, with prizes awarded for each division. Advanced registration is required. FEE: $25; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Klondike Park Amphitheater behind Shelter #3 Saturday, July 28, 7:30 − 9:30 PM Guided Full-Moon Night Hike Led by the light of the full moon, join us for a guided hike through the park to discover the night's sights and sounds. FEE: Free |
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| Boulevard Park Amphitheater Saturday, July 14, 8:30 p.m. Movies in the Park — How to Eat Fried Worms FEE: Free; Please see the Movie in the Park website for more information |
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| Frontier Park Tuesday, July 3 − Wednesday, July 4 This Independence Day celebration includes fireworks shot from barges on the Missouri River at 9:30 on both the 3rd and the 4th, a parade at 10am on the 3rd, food & beverage booths, beer garden, continuous live music, carnival rides and other booths. FEE: Free |
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| Civic Park Bandstand Tuesdays: July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. O'Fallon Jammin' Outdoor Concert Series FEE: Free admission and parking; please see the website for more information |
Ozzie Smith Sports Complex Tuesday, July 3, 6 − 11 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, Noon − 9:15 p.m. Heritage & Freedom Fest, now in its 27th year, features national entertainment, regional bands, a carnival midway, activities for children, crafters, lots of great food and two spectacular nights of fireworks. Please see the website for more information |
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| Frontier Park Friday, August 17 − Sunday, August 19 Visit the Festival of the Little Hills website for festival hours and schedules! FEE: Free! |
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| Founders Sports Complex Saturday, August 4, 5 − 11 pm Annual Balloon Glow & Rally FEE: Free! Please see the Balloon Glow & Rally website for more information |
Boulevard Park Amphitheater Saturday, August 11, 8:30 p.m. Movies in the Park — Happy Feet FEE: Please see the Movie in the Park website for more information |
| Windjammer Point Saturday, August 18, 7 − 10 pm 6th annual Music on the Lake Ralph Butler Band FEE: Free; Please see the Music on the Lake website for more information |
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| ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS AND REC | |
| Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area Saturday, August 4,, 7:30 PM − Midnight The Stars of Summer Learn the tales of the universe and view far-away places. Learn the tales of the universe and view far−away places. This month's focus is Venus, Jupiter, and the Swan Nebula. FEE: Free |
Quail Ridge Park, Whisky Springs near Dog Park Sundays, August 5 − Sept. 30 Session #4: 11 AM − Noon Session #5: 12:30 − 1:30 PM "Basic" Dog Obedience Class Our experienced dog handler will train your furry friend to be the best on the block. This eight-week session (will not meet Labor Day weekend) emphasizes basic problem-solving skills and positive motivation. Advanced registration is required, and the class is limited to 12 dogs. FEE: $90 per dog; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Youth Activity Park Camp Kick/Flip August 6 − 10 Session #5: 8−10 AM Session #6: 10 AM−Noon A week−long skate camp teaches basic to intermediate skating techniques and tricks. Attendees will receive a T-shirt and admission each day to the YAP. Advanced registration is required. Camp is limited to 10 participants per session. FEE: $42; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
Quail Ridge Park, Whisky Springs near Dog Park Wednesdays, August 22 − October 10 Session #6, 6:30 − 7:30 PM "Basic" Dog Obedience Class Our experienced dog handler will train your furry friend to be the best on the block. This eight-week session (will not meet Labor Day weekend) emphasizes basic problem-solving skills and positive motivation. Advanced registration is required, and the class is limited to 12 dogs. FEE: $90 per dog; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Broemmelsiek Park, Off-Leash Dog Area Saturday, August 25, 11 AM − 2 PM Dog Days − Paws in the Park This free, family friendly event offers pet-focused exhibitions, demonstrations, contests, prizes, a raffle, and much more. Be sure to bring along your pooch to enjoy the fun. FEE: Free |
Klondike Park Amphitheater behind Shelter #3 Saturday, August 25, 7:30 − 9:30 PM Guided Full-Moon Night Hike Led by the light of the full moon, join us for a guided hike through the park to discover the night's sights and sounds. FEE: Free |
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| Alligator's Creek Aquatic Center Sunday, August 12, 10 a.m. − 8 p.m. Last day for Alligator's Creek! FEE: Please see the Alligator's Creek website or call (636) 272-1626 for more information |
Civic Park Bandstand Tuesdays: Aug. 7, Aug. 14, Aug. 21, Aug. 28 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. O'Fallon Jammin' Outdoor Concert Series FEE: Free admission and parking; please see the website for more information |
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| Broemmelsiek Park Friday − Sunday Evenings Until December 2, 2007 Hayrides Enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park, followed by a one−hour bonfire. Wagons holding 20 passengers may be reserved for a 45-minute hayride. Advanced reservations are required. FEE: $125 per wagon; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
Matson Hill Road / Katy Trail Trail Head Saturday, September 8, 9 AM 6th Annual Wild in the Woods (1st Leg) The Wild in the Woods Trail Run is a series of cross−country races along the paved trail and natural terrain within several parks. This race will be a 10K, featuring the forests of Matson Hill Park. Advanced registration is required. FEE: $20; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area Saturday, Sept. 15, 6:15 PM − Midnight The Stars of Fall Join members of the Alliance for Astronomy and the St. Louis Astronomical Society to learn tales and view far-away places. This month's focus is Jupiter, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Veil Nebula. FEE: Free |
Klondike Park, Shelter #1 Saturday, September 29, 9 AM 6th Annual Wild in the Woods (2nd Leg) The Wild in the Woods Trail Run is a series of cross-country races along the paved trail and natural terrain within several parks. This race will be seven miles, featuring the scenery at Klondike Park. Advanced registration is required. FEE: $20; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Klondike Park Amphitheater behind Shelter #3 Saturday, Sept. 29, 6:30 − 8:30 PM Guided Full-Moon Night Hike Led by the light of the full moon, join us for a guided hike through the park to discover the night's sights and sounds. FEE: Free |
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| CITY OF LAKE ST. LOUIS PARKS AND REC | |
| Boulevard Park Saturday, September 8, 7 − 9 pm 6th annual Music on the Lake Pennsylvania Slim (R&B) FEE: Free; Please see the Music on the Lake website for more information |
LSL Community Association Clubhouse Saturday, September 1 Lake St. Louis 25th Annual Triathlon! FEE: RACE ENTRIES ARE CLOSED; Please see the Lake Saint Louis Triathlon website for more information |
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| Frontier Park Saturday, September 8 7:00 − 10:30 pm Bluegrass is the focus of an evening under the stars in Frontier Park on the banks of the Missouri River. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. FEE: Free; for more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
Frontier Park Saturday, September 8 Sunday, September 9 10:00 am − 5:00 pm This Civil War Reenactment living history weekend features both Union and Confederate camps, historical demonstrations, military drills, and a battle reenactment both days. A Street Dance will be held on Saturday evening on S. Main Street at 7 pm and a church service will be held on Sunday morning. FEE: Free |
| Frontier Park Saturday, September 22 Sunday, September 23 St. Charles celebrates its Irish Heritage Days with music, storytelling, athletics, food, traditional crafts and live Irish music in the evening. FEE: Free; for more information call 1-800-366-2427 or visit www.failtestcharles.com |
Frontier Park Friday, September 28 Sunday, September 30 St. Charles celebrates its German heritage with Oktoberfest! German bands, food, beer gardens, a children's area, arts and crafts booths. A parade is held on Saturday and an antique car show is held on Sunday. FEE: Free; for more information call 1-800-366-2427 or visit www.stcharlesoktoberfest.com |
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| Broemmelsiek Park Friday − Sunday Evenings Until December 2, 2007 Hayrides Enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park, followed by a one−hour bonfire. Wagons holding 20 passengers may be reserved for a 45-minute hayride. Advanced reservations are required. FEE: $125 per wagon; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area Saturday, October 6, , 6:15 PM − Midnight The Stars of Fall Join members of the Alliance for Astronomy and the St. Louis Astronomical Society to learn tales and view far−away places. This month’s focus is Mercury, Jupiter, and the Andromeda FEE: Free |
| Klondike Park Curt Loupe Conference Center Saturday, October 27, Noon − 3 PM Paint Your County Parks Art Fair View the work of area artists competing in the popular annual event. Following judging and viewing, the art is available for purchase. Drinks and snacks are provided. FEE: Free for spectators! |
Klondike Park Amphitheater behind Shelter #3 Saturday, October 27, 6 − 8 PM Guided Full-Moon Night Hike Led by the light of the full moon, join us for a guided hike through the park to discover the night's sights and sounds. FEE: Free |
| Youth Activity Park Saturday, October 27, 6 − 10 PM Night of Fright Celebrate a Spook−tacular Halloween with fun activities, games, crafts and more. FEE: $5 |
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| ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS AND REC | |
| Broemmelsiek Park Friday − Sunday Evenings Until December 2, 2007 Hayrides Enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park, followed by a one−hour bonfire. Wagons holding 20 passengers may be reserved for a 45-minute hayride. Advanced reservations are required. FEE: $125 per wagon; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
Quail Ridge Park, Group Picnic Area Saturday, November 3, 9 AM 6th Annual Wild in the Woods (4th Leg) The Wild in the Woods Trail Run is a series of cross-country races along the paved trail and natural terrain within several parks. This race will be five miles, featuring the undulating terrain of Quail Ridge Park. Advanced registration is required. FEE: $20; Please see the St. Charles Co. Parks & Rec website for more information |
| Youth Activity Park Saturday, November 3, Noon − 3:30 PM Harvest Heyday Enjoy a day of fun games, crafts, and competitions, as we celebrate the bountiful harvest at the YAP. FEE: Free! |
Quail Ridge Park, Shelter #2 Saturday, November 17, 5 − 9 PM Blind Turkey Toss Glow Disc-Golf Tournament This singles tournament takes place after dark with glow-in-thedark discs and baskets lit with glow sticks. Trophies are awarded to 1st-3rd place. All lights are out for one final toss − the closest to the basket wins a frozen turkey. FEE: $15 |
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| Youth Activity Park Sunday, December 2, Noon − 3:30 PM Holiday Heyday Enjoy a day of fun games, crafts, and competition, as we celebrate the holiday season at the YAP. FEE: Free! |
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