Here is a list of our upcoming Special Events.

To sign up contact the Parks & Recreation Department, or for more information on these events see our current brochure.

National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve America’s public lands. We need you to become a part of this important, annual event! Individuals, families, church groups, scout troops, neighborhood groups, business groups are all welcome and invited to participate. Check-in is at 9am at the January Wabash Park office to choose their assignment. Activities to choose from include: Tree Dedication plaque cleaning and exploration, park clean-up or lake clean-up. The afternoon will end with free pizza and soft drinks. To register your group, please call 521-4661 ext. 4669. Supervisor: Cathy Wallace

Saturday, September 25
9:00 a.m. – 12 noon
January Wabash Park

It’s officially fall and life slows down a bit, at least it should. Campfires have a magical way of bringing people together, inviting them to sing and laugh and play. The sparkling golden hues of the fire, the crackles of the wood popping, the bright stars above, and the warmth of people gathered all around the campfire make this the perfect activity for you and your family. The evening consists of some campfire songs, games and a scary campfire tale. Scary tales that will give you the goosebumps, but not frighten your child. The hallowed eve ends on a happy note with a marshmallow roast of delicious smore’s. The program is designed for resident and non-resident families. Adults are required to be present with children.

Saturday, October 2
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hudson Park
$3 Resident; $5 Non-Resident

Please join us for a fun filled night of free popcorn, lemonade, puppets, trunk treat and a decorated walk!! Registration will be at the First Baptist Church, no preregistration. Please enter at the glass doors facing Florissant Rd. Come dressed and ready to have a great time! The Halloween Fest is for Ferguson children up to 12 and their parents. Families can choose to participate in the Parks Halloween walk activities or the Baptist church activities or both. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers are needed, call Kyle at 521-4661 for more information.

Sunday, October 31
5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church/JW Park
Free for Ferguson Residents

For anyone who still believes! (ages 8 and under). It has been rumored someone has left candy canes on the Blessed Teresa of Calcutta’s grounds. Come help us find them all. The morning activities will begin with the building of your own Gingerbread House made from graham crackers and candy. Next the group will decorate a candy cane bag, then we collect all the candy canes and finally we’ll enjoy cookies and cocoa. Santa will also join us for some cookies and one-on-one conversation. Parents must accompany children. Dress according to the weather.

Saturday, December 4
10:00 a.m.
$3 Residents; $4.50 Non-Residents
BTC Center

Light up your neighborhood for the holidays by entering the Ferguson Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Home exteriors will be judged on originality, creativity of lighting arrangements, and traditional holiday themes. The first and second place winners in each ward will be presented with a commemorative plaque and a temporary yard sign for their hard work. You may enter your own home or any other Ferguson home by calling the office at 521-4661. Registration deadline: Monday, December 6.

Tuesday, December 7
Judging - 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Ferguson Recreation is partnering with CityWalk to find Santa who is lost somewhere in our town. Get a bunch of friends together to search for clues to find out where Santa is hiding during this holiday hunt. Could he be found behind a wall at our new Walk of Fame or maybe finding his favorite flavor in the Whistle Stop! Teams of 4-6 persons will be searching for clues in local businesses as well as other strategic locations around Ferguson. Registration can be done by teams as well as individuals.

Saturday, December 11
4:00 pm
Plaza at 501
$5 per person