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Special Events
FOURTH OF JULY PARADE Historical Downtown Wentzville FREE Ages: All Ages
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. This year’s theme is, "Wentzville Cheers to 150 Years.” Floats will be judged for overall first-, second- and third-place, along with Mayor’s Choice and Best Musical Entry for first- and second-place. Float registration required; to register, please call (636) 639-2087 or email Amy.Hays@wentzvillemo. gov. Float registration deadline is JUN 10. A $10 late fee will be applied to applications submitted after this date. This event is FREE to observe. DAY TIME BEGINS FLOAT DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE M 10A JUL 4 JUN 10 1 DAY VARIES POLICE AT THE PLAYGROUND Heartland Park
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FREE Ages: All Ages
Come celebrate the end to a great summer at Jake’s Field of Dreams with Wentzville’s Parks and Recreation and Police departments. Although this event is free and there isn't a deadline, all those who participate must register by visiting www.wentzvillemo.gov/policeandplaygrounds. 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 and two winners will receive a special prize! All who register by AUG 16will receive an event swag bag filled with promotional items from both the Police and the Parks and Recreation departments. DAY TIME BEGINS DEADLINE LENGTH PRICE W 4P AUG 17 NONE 1 DAY FREE
COPS AND BOBBERS Rotary Park FREE Ages: All Ages
Come enjoy a beautiful evening of fishing at Rotary Park with Wentzville’s Police and Parks and Recreation departments! At this FREE, two-hour event, participants will receive one container of bait, a goody bag and a chance to win fun prizes. Fishing poles and tackle will be available to check out for FREE, while supplies last. Although there isn't a registration deadline, you must still visit www.wentzvillemo.gov/copsandbobbers to register for this event. *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 18 NONE 1 DAY FREE
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. Join us at Splash Station Aquatic Center for this special event hosted by the WFPD. Only 800 tickets are available. All who preregister will receive a FREE 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. Attendance prizes will be announced at the event. You must be present to win. All pool rules apply. DAY TIME BEGINS LENGTH PRICE TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD 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 Joshua.Hoppe@wentzvillemo.gov. To register, please call (636) 332-9236. For questions about sponsorship or vendor opportunities, please contact Josh Hoppe at (636) 639-2186 or email Joshua.Hoppe@wentzvillemo.gov. *You must preregister your dog by SEP 5 to be guaranteed a snack. **The cost is $15/day-of the event. DAY TIME BEGINS LENGTH PRICE TU 5P SEP 6 1 DAY $10/15**
