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Events around St. Charles County
Municipalities across St. Charles County will be planning events to celebrate the 250th anniversary.
They will be listed here and will be organized by city as more become planned.
Upcoming Events
Mon, May 18St. Charles City-County LibrariesJoin your community and read through American history. Log your reading to earn badges throughout the challenge.
Thu, May 21St. Peters Cultural Arts CentreMay 21 to July 12. Visual art paired with original writing. Explores identity, history, and community through art and storytelling.
Thu, May 21St. Peters Cultural Arts CentreArtwork will explore America’s 250-year journey-recognizing its history, reflecting on its present, and envisioning its future-while capturing the nation’s ever-evolving spirit. The "Pen & Paint" exhibit will also take place during this time.
Tue, Jun 16Legacy ParkAll kinds of fun, view details for more info.
Sat, Jun 27Ellbee's General StoreGet ready to follow the clues, explore Wentzville's historic dowtown and celebrate some red, white and blue fun. The scavenger hunt starts and ends at Ellbee's General Store, 6 W Main St.- Thu, Jul 02Wentzville Rec CenterCelebrate America 250 with a community art display at Wentzville Rec Center, where local creativity meets patriotic pride in this special art show.
Thu, Jul 02Crossroads Art CenterVisit the Crossroads Art Center on Sundays-Thursdays during the month of July to view “America 250”. Public Art Reception: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 2-4 pm
Fri, Jul 03Frontier ParkThe 2026 St. Charles Riverfest takes place on July 3-4 in Frontier Park, featuring two days of live music, carnival rides, food, and fireworks. The event runs from noon to 10:00 PM both days, with a drone show on July 3, a parade on July 4 at 10:00 AM, and the main fireworks display.
Sat, Jul 04Parade StartThe parade route starts at the corner of Main Street and Civic Park Drive, continuing north on Main Street to Tom Ginnever Avenue, where it turns east, ending at T.R. Hughes Boulevard near the entrance to the festival grounds.
Sat, Jul 04Main Street St. CharlesAn annual tradition hosted by the Saint Charles Jaycees, The Riverfest Parade is looked forward to every year by Riverfest visitors. America250SCC has 4 floats!
Sat, Jul 04Wentzville, MO 63385Fourth of July Parade lOa.m. The annual parade starts at the Wentzville Ice Arena and travels south on Luetkenhaus Boulevard, turns right onto Pearce Boulevard, and ends near Pearce Boulevard and Allen Street. This event is FREE to observe.- Sat, Jul 04Frontier ParkThe 2026 St. Charles Riverfest takes place on July 3-4 in Frontier Park, featuring two days of live music, carnival rides, food, and fireworks. The event runs from noon to 10:00 PM both days, with a drone show on July 3, a parade on July 4 at 10:00 AM, and the main fireworks display.
Wed, Jul 08St. Charles County Historical SocietyOn July 8, 2026, Americans across the nation will read the Declaration of Independence together, commemorating the 250th anniversary of its first public reading. The reading in St. Charles will be at 5 p.m. at the St. Charles Historical Society, 101 S. Main St., St. Charles, MO.
Thu, Jul 09The Historic Daniel Boone HomeMeet Jeanette Forchet, a free Black woman who witnessed the Revolution in St. Louis. Listen to stories about the Boone family’s involvement during the Revolutionary period. Visit with members of the Spanish militia and soldiers from George Rogers Clark’s army.
Sun, Jul 12Fort Zumwalt ParkStep into the past with a guided tour of the historic Heald Home and Fort, enhanced by a living history demonstration presented by the Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution.
Sat, Jul 18Wentzville Community ClubThis summer, join Wentzville Parks and Recreation for a FREE outdoor concert series featuring live music, kids activities and food trucks.
Sat, Aug 08Kathryn Linneman Library BranchJoin us for a look at the structure and history behind the U.S. Constitution--hopefully to encourage further study and appreciation of this significant document.- Sat, Aug 08Rotary ParkThis summer, join Wentzville Parks and Recreation for a FREE outdoor concert series featuring live music, kids activities and food trucks.
- Thu, Aug 13The Historic Daniel Boone HomeExplore life after the Revolutionary War and hear stories of the people who made their home in Missouri. Learn about changes to slavery under the newly formed U.S. government, discover the travels of Lewis and Clark, and encounter the waves of German immigrants who made their new home in Missouri.
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