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City Initiatives on the August 6th Ballot

Parks, Recreation and Tourism

The Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is dedicated to providing a variety of leisure, wellness and educational opportunities for Independence residents and visitors through well-maintained parks, aquatic facilities, historic sites, and museums. Special events, programs and classes are available throughout the year for families, adults, seniors and children of all ages and abilities.

Families enjoying the entertainer in front of them during the event, Popsicles in the Park, with a playground in the background at Mill Creek Park.
dragonfly perched on plant.

Dragonfly Days (Day 2 of 2)

Saturday, July 27, 2024
9:30am
George Owens Nature Park
City-Wide, Classes and Trainings, Family Activity, Outdoor
Child playing connect four.

Fun in the Park - Sycamore HIlls Park (5 of 5)

Tuesday, July 30, 2024
9:00am
Sycamore Hills Park
City-Wide, Entertainment, Family Activity, Outdoor
2024 Santa Fe Park Tennis Tournament flyer. Image is tennis net with tennis balls

2024 Santa Fe Park Open - Tennis Tournament

Wednesday, July 31, 2024
9:00am
Santa Fe Park
Entertainment, Family Activity, Outdoor, Sporting Event

Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1019
Independence, MO 64051