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Upcoming Events
The City of O’Fallon strives to provide a variety of fun, family-friendly events in locations around O’Fallon, including the activities listed below. Events are subject to change pending the COVID-19 situation, please confirm event details at www.ofallon.mo.us at the specific event pages listed below.
Free O’Fallon Jammin’ concerts this summer!
Select Tuesdays throughout the summer
6:30–9 p.m., location varies by date Event details at www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin
Despite a delayed start, Jammin’ concerts will kick off the 2020 season in mid-June! Take a break for summer fun with rock, country, R&B, soul and Motown by some of the region’s best bands performing live at the free O’Fallon Jammin’ concerts. For June 16 and June 30 concerts, rock out in your car drive-in style next to CarShield Field. Later in the summer concerts will return to the bandstand at Civic Park, where you can bring a chair or blanket for lawn seating. Concerts at both locations will be family-friendly and social distancing-friendly events. A variety of food trucks and concessionaires will sell favorite foods, cold treats and adult beverages. 2020 O’Fallon Jammin’ concert calendar
Jammin’ Drive-in at CarShield Field
June 16: On the Fence – Rock hits June 30: Fresh Heir – Soul, funk & jazz with a twist of patriotism
Jammin’ at Civic Park
July 14: Queens Blvd – Party music from the ‘80s and ‘90s July 21: No Diggity – Hip hop, R&B, Pop from the ‘90s & ‘00s July 28: Power Play – New age, Motown, R&B, rock, funk August 4: Dirty Muggs – The best dance music August 11: Dogs of Society – Tribute to Elton John
For concert and food truck details, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin. For weather updates, call 636-379-5614 or follow Visit O’Fallon on Facebook. All pets must be leashed and no glass containers are allowed in the park. Please note that band and food truck lineups may change without notice.
O’Fallon Performance in the Park
Thursday, July 16
6:30-9 p.m., O’Day Park Amphitheater
Start your weekend early by rocking out at O’Day Park with Somebody to Love – a Tribute to Queen. In addition to the live music, enjoy the selection of food trucks, beer and wine from local vendors that will be on site for purchase. Concert admission and parking are free. For the most current event details visit www.ofallon.mo.us/events-at-oday-park.
90’s Trivia Night
Friday, July 31
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Krekel Civic Center
Break out the slap bracelets and fanny packs, it’s time to put your 90’s trivia to the test! Teams of up to 8 players are welcome. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and trivia starts at 7 p.m. Don’t forget to dress up and bring fun memorabilia to decorate your table. Prizes will be given to the 1st place winner, best dressed, and most creative table. Register at www.ofallon.mo.us/parks&rec to reserve your table!
Nerf Warz
Friday, August 21
6–7 p.m. (Ages 4–8) or 7–8 p.m. (Ages 8+), Renaud Center
Join us for this family-friendly Nerf Warz event! Each session will consist of two 15-minute games on our inflatable Nerf Field. A shooting range and other fun activities will be available for use between games. Each player will be supplied with a pair of safety glasses and an armory of foam darts, but participants must bring their own Nerf gun capable of shooting 7.2 cm foam darts. No outside darts will be allowed. Players must register by Thursday, August 20. Visit www.renaudcenter.com to register ahead of the event. There will be no registration at the gate.
Food Truck Frenzy
Friday, August 28
5:30-8:30 p.m., O’Day Park Amphitheater
Celebrate the end of summer and the start of school with a food truck picnic! Purchase your favorite food-truck fare plus beer and wine from local vendors, all while enjoying a free concert at O’Day Park Amphitheater. Concert admission and parking are free. The most current listing of food trucks can be found at www.ofallon.mo.us/food-truck-frenzy.
Sunday, September 20 • O’Day Park 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ART BEER EATS WINE
Hayrides at Fort Zumwalt Park
$155/$165 for groups of 20 $205/$225 for groups of 40
Thursdays and Fridays, October 1–23 • 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, October 3–25 • 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Book an old-fashioned, tractor-pulled hayride through beautiful historic Fort Zumwalt Park and gather around a bonfire afterwards. Hayrides are scheduled on a first-come, firstserved basis with at least two weeks’ notice required. Call Alex Grieshaber at 636-474-8113 or email at agrieshaber@ofallon.mo.us to make your reservation.
Food Truck Fright
Friday, October 16
6–9 p.m., Dames Park
Head to Dames Park for the fall version of Food Truck Frenzy. In addition to food truck fare enjoy the DJ, firepits, s’mores and hayrides! Visit www.ofallon.mo.us/food-truck-frenzy for the most up-to-date listing of food trucks.
Historic Site Tours
All tours in May were closed due to the COVID-19 situation. Please call ahead at 636-379-5502 to confirm when tours will resume.
Historic Heald Home & Zumwalt’s Fort tours
This summer, come see O’Fallon’s historic treasures at Fort Zumwalt Park! Admission is $5 per person to see both attractions, and children 10 and under are admitted free. For private and/or group tours of 10 or more, please call 636-379-5502.
Open on the 2nd and 4th Sundays
Through September 27; 12–3 p.m.
O’Fallon Historical Society’s Log Cabin Museum in Civic Park
Join Volunteer O’Fallon as we remember the heroic acts of first responders on September 11, 2001, and as we honor the first responders who continue to be heroes for us today.
Support Our Troops Supply Drive
August 11 – September 11
Collection canisters for personal care items, batteries and individual snack packages will be located at City Hall, the Renaud Center and the Justice Center. A list of most-requested items and additional collection sites will be posted at www.ofallon.mo.us/supply-drive. All items collected are packaged and shipped to those currently serving overseas. Donations of $20 per box are needed to cover mailing costs. “Stamp of Support” monetary donations can be dropped off at City Hall with checks made payable to “H.E.R.O.E.S. Care.”
Patriot Blood Drive
Friday, September 11
9 a.m. – 1 p.m., O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall)
Donate at this annual drive in honor of the heroes who bravely rushed in to help save lives. Your donation could save as many as 3 lives locally. Walk-ins are welcome, or schedule a convenient time at www.ofallon.mo.us/volunteer or contact Volunteer Services at 636-379-5507 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.
Citizens United in Service
Friday, September 11
6–8 p.m.
Create cards of appreciation for local first responders and military currently serving overseas, and help sort and package items collected through the Support Our Troops Supply Drive. Pre-registration is required. Complete an application at www.ofallon.mo.us/volunteer, or contact Volunteer Services at 636-379-5417 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us for more information.
Become a volunteer! Call 636-379-5417 or email volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.
