Parks & Recreation

Special Event Schedule Promo Widescreen (JPG)

The facilities within the Muscatine Parks and Recreation system host a multitude of events throughout the year. This schedule does change quite frequently as events are added, deleted and/or edited. Please check back often for updates!

Special Event Schedule (PDF)

Functions of the Parks & Recreation Department

The Parks and Recreation Department oversees various area recreational facilities including:

Responsibilities of the Parks & Recreation Department

The Parks and Recreation Department is also responsible for the following areas:

Adopt A Park

If you would like to offer assistance in taking care of a park please fill out the Adopt a Park form (PDF). Return it to the Parks and Recreation Department office in City Hall and begin helping keep your community beautiful and clean!

Weed Park"Like" Us! "Follow" Us!

"Like" us on Facebook and "follow" us on Twitter for park information, program and special event updates, closure notifications and much more!

The Walking Club (JPG)

Visit the Muscatine Walking Club page and register to be part of the "Million Minute" challenge!

Emerald Ash Borer Plan

View the City of Muscatine’s Emerald Ash Borer Plan (PDF)

  1. Downriver Boat Launch dredging operation overall shot Sept. 22, 2022 (JPG)

    Old boat launch closed as dredging operations begin

    Dredging of the downriver boat launch area in Riverside Park began Thursday (Sept. 22) and the launch area is now closed for public use. Read on...
  2. Downriver Riverside Park boat launch closed for dredging (JPG)

    Downriver boat launch in Riverside Park closed starting Monday

    The boat launch in the downriver portion of Riverside Park will be closed to the public starting Monday, September 19, for dredging operations to clean mud and debris from the area of the old launch. Read on...
  3. Greenwood Cemetery canopy of trees August 30, 2022 (JPG)

    Take a walk (or ride) through Muscatines' storied history

    Stories will be told from beyond the grave as Muscatines' storied history is brought to life by Greenwood Cemetery guides on walking tours of the cemetery (weather permitting) on September 25. Riding tours will also be provided, rain or shine. Read on...
  4. Special Event Schedule Promo Widescreen (JPG)

    How to find the special event listings for City of Muscatine venues

    Want to know what special events are coming up in Muscatine? The Parks & Recreation Department has a complete listing for each venue. Read on...
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