City of Independence Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Join us virtually! Register by May 4, 2021 - (816) 325-6200

Don’t forget to sign up for the City’s free Virtual Truman Trot 5K! If you would like to purchase a shirt you will need to register before April 20th. Follow the event page to sign up and get updates on the race.

Join us this Saturday for a wildflower walk at Fairmount Park.

Sign up for Children's Theatre Workshops by calling the Sermon Center at 816-325-7370.

Independence has plenty of trails to enjoy. Get out this weekend and #ExploreIndependence. Explore Independence is a new program designed to help you be active and discover something new. Pick a category, walk four of its trails, and share a photo on each trail. We'll reward your efforts with an Explore Independence sticker. Got to bit.ly/3djJZR9 for details.

Fitness Spotlight: In this week’s Fitness Spotlight we are highlighting Belinda’s TRX Suspension Training class. This class takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5pm at the Truman Memorial Building. The city offers a variety of fitness classes, to view all of the Parks Department’s Activities and Programs please click HERE. All of our fitness classes provide ample space to safely social distance while exercising. Masks must be worn at all times while in the building. Truma...n Memorial Building: (816) 325-7843 Roger T. Sermon Center: (816) 325-7370 See more

Fitness Spotlight: This week we are going to look at the Sermon Center’s Upstairs Weight Room and go over a quick workout you can do there. The sermon center is open 8am-8pm Monday-Thursday, and 8am-5pm Friday & Saturday. View our full fitness class list and schedule for the Sermon Center and Truman Memorial here: bit.ly/3doBm7t All of our fitness classes and exercise areas provide ample space to safely social distance while exercising. Masks must be worn at all times while i...n the building. Truman Memorial Building: (816) 325-7843 Roger T. Sermon Center: (816) 325-7370

We had a great time celebrating with our Palmer Center seniors in this year's unique Christmas Celebration. About 250 seniors participated! #HappyHolidays #StaySafe #StayHealthy

TRX and Kaero Kickboxing are canceled for tonight, Tuesday, Nov. 10th.TRX and Kaero Kickboxing are canceled for tonight, Tuesday, Nov. 10th.

Some of our facilities are currently experiencing phone line outages. They include: Sermon Center, Truman Memorial Building and the Palmer Center. We apologize for the inconvenience and will post when they are back online. Thank you.

Fitness Spotlight: The city offers a variety of fitness classes, including multiple yoga options. Angie’s Yoga Class takes place on Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. at the Roger T. Sermon Center. View our full class list and schedule here: bit.ly/3doBm7t All of our fitness classes provide ample space to safely social distance while exercising. Truman Memorial Building: (816) 325-7843... Roger T. Sermon Center: (816) 325-7370 See more

Try hockey for free! For boys and girls ages 4 - 10.

Fitness Spotlight: The city offers a variety of fitness classes. Teri’s Yoga Class takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:50 p.m. at the Roger T. Sermon Center. View our full class list and schedule here: bit.ly/3doBm7t All of our fitness classes provide ample space to safely social distance while exercising. Truman Memorial Building: (816) 325-7843... Roger T. Sermon Center: (816) 325-7370 See more

Halloween Weekend Hikes at George Owens Nature Park We still have space in this weekend’s Full Moon Hikes, including 3 slots on Halloween. Reserve your spot before 5 pm tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 30). Call 816-325-7115. The weather is forecast to be clear, calm, cool and creepy on both nights. Friday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 pm The Almost Halloween Full Moon Hike... Saturday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 pm The Halloween Blue Moon Full Moon Hike Due to COVID-19, we are taking the following precautions: 1. The number of people who can participate is limited to 10, regardless of age. 2. Reservations are required. 3. A $5.00 per person fee is due when you make the reservation. 4. Masks and social distancing required.