Events
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Minerals Make Missouri
Felix Vallé House State Historic Site 198 Merchant St., Ste. Genevieve, MO, United States11/1/2025 to 11/30/25 | Felix Vallé House State Historic Site | Ste. Genevieve, MO A brand-new traveling exhibit from the Missouri State Museum, “Minerals Make Missouri,” will be on display in the Shaw House at Felix Vallé House State Historic Site during the month of November. Through explorations of Missouri's major minerals, visitors will learn […]
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Toddler Thursday: Turkeys
Mastodon State Historic Site 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial, MO, United States11/20/2025 | Mastodon State Historic Site | Imperial, MO. Come learn, create and play at Mastodon State Historic Site! Our Toddler Thursday programs are designed for toddlers and their grown-ups. Each session focuses on a different topic and includes story time and a craft. These free programs are offered every other Thursday, excluding holidays. There […]
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Victorian Christmas Traditions and Ornament Class
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site 1101 Delaware, Lexington, MO, United States11/22/2025 | Battle of Lexington State Historic Site | Lexington, MO The Victorians created many long-lasting holiday traditions; however, they sometimes had a very strange way of expressing their holiday cheer! Join us in the visitor center on Saturday, Nov. 22 for a Victorian Christmas traditions program to learn how the Victorians celebrated Christmas and […]
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Nature Bingo
Prairie State Park 128 NW 150th Lane, Mindenmines, MO, United States11/29/2025 | Prairie State Park | Mindenmines, MO Prairie State Park is hosting Nature Bingo on the last Saturday of each month from February through December. Instead of “BINGO,” this […]
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Jingle Bell Hike
Knob Noster State Park 873 SE 10, Knob Noster, MO, United States12/1/2025 to 1/31/2026 | Knob Noster State Park | Knob Noster, MO. No ticks; no mosquitoes; no hot, humid weather – winter hiking is where it's at! Knob Noster State Park encourages you to take part in a fun challenge this chilly season. Park staff have placed five sets of jingle bells at various locations […]
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2025 Holiday Events
Missouri State Parks MO, United StatesEnjoy one of the many Missouri State Parks events designed to get you into the holiday spirit! Take a candlelight tour, attend a concert, enjoy some holiday treats, or step back in time to discover how the holidays have been traditionally celebrated. Check out the list of events below to find one near you. You […]
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Landing After Hours: Henry Rowe Schoolcraft and the First Expedition Across the Missouri Ozarks
Missouri State Museum/Jefferson Landing State Historic Site First Floor, State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Ave., Jefferson City, MO, United States12/3/2025 | Missouri State Museum | Jefferson City, MO In the winter of 1818, geologist and cartographer Henry Rowe Schoolcraft set out to explore the Ozarks with his partner. Throughout the trip, Schoolcraft kept a detailed journal of observations. He described plants, forests, limestone cliffs, prairies, oak savannas, and other features that he encountered. His […]
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Toddler Thursday: Animal Tracks
Mastodon State Historic Site 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial, MO, United States12/4/2025 | Mastodon State Historic Site | Imperial, MO. Come learn, create and play at Mastodon State Historic Site! Our Toddler Thursday programs are designed for toddlers and their grown-ups. […]
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Winter Traditions: An Exploration of Celebrations
Felix Vallé House State Historic Site 198 Merchant St., Ste. Genevieve, MO, United States12/4/2025 to 12/28/2025 | Felix Vallé House State Historic Site | Ste. Genevieve, MO The public is invited to view the exhibit “Winter Traditions: An Exploration of Celebrations” at Felix Vallé House State Historic Site during the month of December. The exhibit will be on display in the site’s Shaw House from 10 a.m. to […]
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Christmas Bird Count
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park 148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook, MO, United States1/5/2026 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO. Join birders from across the country for the 126th annual Christmas Bird Count at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park. This free event will begin at the Black River Center at 8 a.m. It is open to the public, and there is no need to register. Participants […]
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Frozen Chosin Challenge
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park 148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook, MO, United States12/5/2025 to 12/7/2025 | Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park | Middle Brook, MO From Dec. 5-7, Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park will host a series of winter treks collectively known as the Frozen Chosin Challenge. Sponsored by the Missouri Korean War Veterans Memorial, this event is designed to bring awareness to the Korean War – specifically the […]
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Tree Lighting and Salem Chamber Choir Performance
Echo Bluff State Park 35244 Echo Bluff Drive, Eminence, MO, United States12/5/2025 | Echo Bluff State Park | Eminence, Mo. Ring in the holiday season with the annual tree lighting and Salem Chamber Choir performance at Echo Bluff State Park. The festivities will take place inside the the Betty Lea Lodge and will start with the tree lighting at 7 p.m. After the lighting, the choir […]
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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.