Park Development and Programs

Please contact the Parks & Recreation Department regarding any issues related to the development of the parks and programs. We welcome new ideas for programs and services that could be offered through the department. If you have any special skills, would like to teach a class, or volunteer for special events, please call 938-6775.

Insurance Statement

The City of Eureka and the Eureka Parks and Recreation Department does not provide insurance coverage for injuries suffered while participating in Parks and Recreation programs or while using park facilities. Any cost related to such injuries should be presented to your individual health insurance provider.

Americans With Disabilities Act

The City of Eureka makes every effort to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The City will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who meet essential eligibility requirements for the desired programs. Individuals with questions regarding special accommodations may contact us at 938-6775. Those who use the Telecommunication Device for the Hearing Impaired (TTY) may reach the City through Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2966.

Photo Policy

The Eureka Parks and Recreation Department often takes photos of programs, activities, and participants. Please be aware that these photos may be used in future brochures, flyers, or news releases.

Park Board Information

The Eureka Park Board is an advisory board to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen.  Their meetings are held the Tuesday of the week following the week of the first monthly Board of Aldermen meeting, 7:00 p.m. at Eureka City Hall located at 100 City Hall Drive.
Meeting Agenda

Facility Reservations

Reservations for the pavilions at Lions, Legion, Drewel, and Kircher parks for the current season are currently being accepted. The pavilion rental fee for residents is $25.00 and $50.00 for non-residents. The Community Center may also be rented for private functions, neighborhood associations, and civic groups. Please call for availability and fee information.

Eureka Parks & Recreation Department Park Rules

1.  Parks open at 8:00 a.m. (except Kircher Park which opens at 7:00 a.m.) Gates close at dusk.
2.  Fires are only allowed in barbecue pits.
3.  All trash, rubbish, and debris must be placed in proper containers.
4.  All pets must be on a leash.
5.  Pet owners are required to dispose of all waste created by their pets.
6.  Horses are allowed only within Kircher Park, except in connection with an approved Special Event Permit, subject to conditions imposed by the Board of Aldermen in conjunction with any such authority which may be granted.  Horse trailers shall not be allowed in any City park.
7.  The erection of any structure (tents, booths, posts, etc.) is prohibited unless special permission has been granted and a written permit is posted.
8.  It shall be unlawful for any person to use or possess a beverage bottle or container made of glass, in whole or in part, within the city owned and operated parks. Legible signs shall be posted at each entrance to such city parks, stating all glass beverage bottles or containers are prohibited within the park grounds and reciting that violators shall be subjected to penalties.
9.  Bands, DJ’s, and amusement rides are prohibited unless prior approval has been granted.
10.  Amplified sound that can be heard from a distance greater than fifty (50) feet is prohibited.
11.  Rollerblading and skateboarding are not permitted under the pavilions, on the tennis courts, or near/on playground equipment.
12.  Golfing is not allowed in any of the parks.
13. Motor vehicles are prohibited from all grassy areas and areas posted for pedestrian/bike use unless prior approval has been granted.
14.  Pavilions are available for reservation, and any group using a pavilion without a permit must vacate the pavilion if a group that has been permitted arrives.
15.  No for-profit, business or retail activity will be allowed unless prior approval has been permitted. Public facilities cannot be used for personal profit.
16.  Registered 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, charitable organizations are allowed to conduct fundraising events, all other groups requesting to conduct a fundraising event must receive prior approval from the Board of Aldermen and will be considered on a case by case basis.
17.  The $50.00 reservation fee will apply to all non-resident, not-for-profit organizations and individuals that reserve a pavilion.
18.  Persons violating any provisions of the Municipal Code shall be punished by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00) or imprisonment for a period not exceeding six (6) months or by both such fine and imprisonment.

Municipal Code & Amendments

Wildwood YMCA

For additional recreation programs in the area, you may visit the Wildwood YMCA website.

Youth Baseball/Soccer/Softball

Please contact the Eureka Sports Association at (636) 587-2505 or visit their website for more information.