Events
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Trout Opening 2025
Missouri State Parks MO, United StatesThe opening of the catch-and-keep trout fishing season on March 1 is an important Missouri tradition, marking the beginning of a season that runs until Oct. 31. The season officially begins at 6:30 a.m. at Bennett Spring State Park near Lebanon, Montauk State Park near Salem, and Roaring River State Park near Cassville. In addition […]
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Childrens Story Time
Ha Ha Tonka State Park 1491 State Road D, Camdenton,, MO, United States7/3/2025 to 7/31/2025 | Ha Ha Tonka State Park | Camdenton, MO Join us Thursday mornings in July for Children's Story Time. Each week, we will read a short nature-themed story and then do a craft activity. We will meet at the visitor center. These events are free and open to the public, and there […]
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Marvelous Mammals
Table Rock State Park 5272 State Highway 165, Branson, MO, United States7/19/2025 | Thousand Hills State Park | Kirksville, MO Mammals can be found all around us. Join park staff at the amphitheater to get a closer look at some of the marvelous mammals of Thousand Hills! This program is free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. For more information, […]
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Public Meeting
Mark Twain State Park 37352 Shrine Road, Florida, MO, United States7/19/2025 | Mark Twain State Park | Florida, MO The public is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Ben Sapp Memorial Trail, a new hiking trail at Mark Twain State Park. The ribbon cutting will take place at the new trailhead, near the fish cleaning station off Highway 107. The ceremony will begin at 10 […]
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Public Meeting
Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site 20700 Monroe County Road 962, Paris, MO, United States7/19/2025 | Union Covered Bridge State Historic Site | Paris, MO The public is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Ben Sapp Memorial Trail, a new hiking trail at Mark Twain State Park. The ribbon cutting will take place at the new trailhead, near the fish cleaning station off Highway 107. The ceremony will begin […]
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When Our Flag Had 24 Stars
Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site 7850 N. State Highway V, Ash Grove, MO, United States7/19/2025 | Nathan and Olive Boone Homestead State Historic Site | Ash Grove, MO On Saturday, July 19, the homestead will host a free program about the histories of the American flag and the flag of Missouri. Join us at the picnic shelter anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to discover this history and […]
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Travel Through Time
Washington State Park 13041 State Highway 104, De Soto, MO, United States7/19/2025 | Washington State Park | De Soto, MO Join us at Washington State Park to explore three different time periods and learn how the character of the park and the surrounding area was shaped during each of these eras. Stop 1: Mississippian History – 2 p.m. at the petroglyph site Join staff for a […]
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Backyard Concert: Sadie Hawkins Day String Band
Missouri State Museum/Jefferson Landing State Historic Site First Floor, State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Ave., Jefferson City, MO, United States7/19/2025 | Missouri State Museum | Jefferson City, MO Backyard concerts are back for 2025. Jefferson Landing State Historic Site is excited to invite you to another season of live music on the Lohman lawn. This year, we're bringing back some familiar favorites and also introducing a "new to the Lohman" group. These are family-friendly, […]
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Interpretive Kayaking
Current River State Park 11053 County Road 19D, Salem, MO, United States7/20/2025 | Current River State Park | Salem, MO Do love to kayak? Do you love birding and journaling? Let’s combine all three and take them to the next level! Never birded or spent time journaling before? No problem. This is still the class for you. So, meet us at the tennis court for this […]
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Yoga in the Park
Knob Noster State Park 873 SE 10, Knob Noster, MO, United States7/20/2025 | Knob Noster State Park | Knob Noster, MO Knob Noster State Park is hosting Yoga in the Park with Suzy Latare this May through October. Classes will take place at 9:30 a.m. on the first and third Sunday of each month. Participants should meet at the Clearfork Shelter. These events are free and […]
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Onondaga Cave Photo Tours
Onondaga Cave State Park 7556 Highway H, Leasburg, MO, United States7/20/2025 | Onondaga Cave State Park | Leasburg, MO Amateur photographers are invited to join park staff on a photo tour of Onondaga Cave. Sponsored by the Onondaga Friends Association, these extended tours include extra time for photographs to be taken at specific locations along the tour route. Each tour will begin at the visitor […]
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Concert at the Castle
Ha Ha Tonka State Park 1491 State Road D, Camdenton,, MO, United States7/22/2025 | Ha Ha Tonka State Park | Camdenton, MO This event is postponed indefinitely due to inclement weather. Come join us for an evening of wonderful music at our annual Concert at the Castle, presented by the Lake Area Community Orchestra. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. and will take place on the […]
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Recurring Special Events Throughout Missouri State Parks
First Day Hikes
Celebrate the beginning of 2026 by taking a guided hike in a Missouri state park or historic site on Jan. 1. Start a new tradition with your friends and family as you get some healthy exercise and enjoy the great outdoors.
Public Meetings
As part of an ongoing effort by Missouri State Parks to allow citizen input regarding the facilities and services offered in state parks and historic sites, public meetings will be held throughout 2026. Park representatives will provide information on future plans for the facility and answer questions. Visitors are invited to share feedback and suggestions about park services and operations.
Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) Meetings
Conceptual development plans, or CDPs, guide the future use and development at each state park and historic site. CDPs support the mission, purpose and direction of each facility. These long-range plans outline area use, site goals, development objectives, research needs and project phasing while taking into consideration the significant natural, cultural and recreational resources of the park or site.
Managed Deer Hunts
To safely and effectively manage the deer population in some state parks, managed hunts are held in a coordinated effort between the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of State Parks and the Missouri Department of Conservation.
National Trails Day
Celebrate National Trails Day by taking a hike on one of the great trails that Missouri State Parks has to offer! Hiking events are happening at state parks and historic sites all over Missouri. Find one near you!
Kids to Parks Day
Organized by the National Parks Trust, Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. This initiative connects kids and families with their local, state and national parks and public lands through hundreds of park events that promote discovery and exploration.