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. Limited availability!
Purchase your water bottle here: click here
Pick up your water bottle at Pottawatomie Community Center.
Sticker collecting June 1-July 31.
For a list of sticker sites: click here
Drop-In Events
- Hangin’ With Hickory Friends – Mon-Sat, 11am & 3pm FREE
- Summer Concerts – Thursday Nights | Now – Aug 8 FREE
- Movies in the Park – June 14; July 19
- Park Play Dates – June 15 & 29; July 13 & 27; Aug 10
- 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
- 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