Special Events
Life is an event. Make it memorable!
Events for all ages are offered seasonally. CHECK BACK OFTEN for updated information and new activities.
To make reservations or purchase tickets: CLICK HERE
Some events, while listed, will not be available until registration opens.
Summer Events at Park District Facilities
- Otter Cove Aquatic Park – Daily Admission Fees Apply
- Swanson Pool – Daily Admission Fees Apply
- River View Miniature Golf Course – Putt & Save Days
- St. Charles Paddlewheel Riverboats – Public Cruises, Private Charters & Specialty Cruises
- Primrose Farm
Stuck on Parks Water Bottle Sticker Program
Water bottles on sale beginning June 1. Sticker collecting June 1-July 31. Stay tuned for more details!
Drop-In Events
- Hangin’ With Hickory Friends – Mon-Sat, 11am & 3pm FREE
- Summer Concerts – May 23 – Aug 8 FREE
- Native Plant Sale – June 1
- Park Play Dates – June 1, 15 & 29; July 13 & 27; Aug 10
- Movies in the Park – June 14; July 19
- Pickle Paradise – June 21
- Acoustic Jams in the Park – July 16, 23 & 30; Aug 6, 13, 20 & 27
- Rusty Rodeo – Aug 10
- Big Truck Show – Sep 7
Advance Registration Required
To purchase tickets: CLICK HERE
- Pottawatomie Dockside Party – May 4
- Swing into Summer Barn Dance – May 18
- Let’s Ride: Safe & Smart Bicycling – June 7 FREE
- Tiny Tots Track Meet – June 8 | To register: click here
- Pirates & Princesses Adventure – June 29
- Pickle Paradise: Pickle Patch – June 21
- Pickle Paradise: Dill Dash – June 21
- Pickle Paradise: Big Dill Tournament – June 21
- Pickle Paradise: Dilly Delights – June 21
- Stanley’s Park Pursuit – July 12
- Sculpture in the Park Artist’s Reception – July 19 FREE
- Splashes, Dashes & Spokes Youth Triathlon – July 20
- Nature Scoops – Aug 8
- A Night on the Fox – Aug 16
- Monarchs & Mimosas – Aug 25
- Minigolf Mingle & Masters – Aug 29
- 6th Grade Bash – Aug 23 | To register: click here FREE