Special Events

Ages: All Ages

*A Missouri fishing license is required for anyone over the age of 15 who intends to fish. A license is not required for parents supervising and assisting children.

DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE W 5P MAY 17 NONE 1 DAY FREE

Wentzville Wheels

Rotary Park

Ages: 4-7

This new, exciting event allows kids to race against each other in their power wheels! There will be a 50/50 raffle and prizes for first, second and third place. Participants must bring their own vehicle and all cars must be inspected to make sure no modifications have been made. Closed-toed shoes and a helmet are required for participation.

Check-in for this four-hour event starts at 9:30A and the first heat will start at 11A. The raffle winner will be drawn at 10:45A. (Min 10/Max 100)

DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE SA 9:30A JUN 3 MAY 20 1 DAY $35/45

Fourth Of July Celebration

Multiple Locations

Ages: All Ages

Wentzville Parks and Recreation is excited to celebrate America's freedom!

Fourth of July Parade: The annual Fourth of July Parade starts at 10A at the Wentzville Ice Arena and travels south on Luetkenhaus Boulevard, turns right onto Pearce Boulevard and ends at the old City Hall at Pearce Boulevard and Allen Street. Everyone is invited to participate in the parade by designing a float. The theme is, "God Bless America." Floats will be judged for overall first, second and third place, along with Mayor’s Choice and Best Themed Entry for first and second place. Float registration required; please visit www.wentzvillemo.gov/fourthofjuly to register. Float registration deadline is JUN 9. A $10 late fee will be applied to applications submitted after this date. This event is FREE to observe.

Fourth of July Free Swim: Residents ONLY, join us for a FREE swim on JUL 4 from 12-5P at Progress Park Pool! Splash Station Aquatic Center will be open regular hours and requires the daily admission fee.

Fourth of July Fireworks: Bring a chair and watch the fireworks light up the sky at Progress Park! This will be the last year that fireworks are set off in this location. Next year we will invite you to a new location to watch this amazing display! Fireworks will start at 9:20P.

*Parade starts at 10A. Free swim starts at 12P. Fireworks start at 9:20P. **Pricing for float registration varies according to the type of organization represented and a resident card must be presented at the time of entry to attend the free swim.

The Wentzville Parks and Recreation Department and Wentzville Fire Protection District (WFPD) have once again teamed up to provide your student with one final Back-to-School Splash to celebrate a great end to summer and a bright, new beginning to the school year. Only 800 tickets are available. All who preregister will receive a hot dog, bag of chips and a bottle of water. All children 14 and under who attend will have the chance to win a Kindle Fire! Two Kindle Fires will be awarded as attendance prizes and two will be awarded as prizes for games played at the event. You must be present to win the attendance prizes. All pool rules apply. This event runs 7-9P.

*You must preregister by AUG 4 or pay $5 at the door the day of, if tickets are available. Day of registration does not include the food ticket. The Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce will also host an End-of-Summer Bash during this event. Please stop by their booth as supplies and personal-care items will be available until they are gone.

Hanging With Heroes

Heartland Park

Ages: All Ages

Celebrate the end to a great summer at Jake’s Field of Dreams with Wentzville’s Parks and Recreation and Police departments. Participants must register by visiting www.wentzvillemo.gov/hangingwithheroes. You are invited to enjoy the playground, explore the Police Department vehicles and watch a demonstration with their drone.

We will hold a chalk art contest with a special prize for two winners! All who register by AUG 13 will receive an event swag bag filled with promotional items.

Pooch Plunge

Splash Station Aquatic Center Ages: All Ages

Has your pooch been looking for a way to beat the heat? Bring man's best friend to Splash Station Aquatic Center for this once-a-year chance for your canine friend to enjoy the pool like the rest of Wentzville's residents. Each dog will receive a snack and have a chance to win door prizes.* All dogs must be leashed while out of the water. You must show proof of vaccination at the time of registration or email it to Danny.Seeyle@wentzvillemo.gov. To register, please call (636) 332-9236.

Please email Alyssa Groeteke at Alyssa.Groeteke@wentzvillemo.gov or call (636) 639-2085 for questions about sponsorship or vendor opportunities.

*You must preregister your dog by AUG 28 to be guaranteed a snack. **The cost is $15/day-of the event.