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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.
trail through woodlands

Outdoors for All - Hill Park (Day 4 of 5)

Friday, May 17, 2024
11:30am
Hill Park
City-Wide, Outdoor
Skateboard jump and landing at Hill Park.

Outdoors For All - Hill Park (Day 5 of 5)

Saturday, May 18, 2024
11:30am
Hill Park
City-Wide, Outdoor
Child playing connect four.

Fun in the Park at Dickinson Park (3 of 4)

Monday, May 20, 2024
1:00pm
Dickinson Park
City-Wide, Entertainment, Family Activity, Outdoor

Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1019
Independence, MO 64051