Park Board
The Lawson Park Board provides park facilities and programs to accommodate the needs and interests of residents and visitors. Whether you are into sports, nature or just want to take your children to the playground, Lawson is the place for you. Having fun, meeting your neighbors and making new friends is what living in Lawson is all about.
The Lawson Park Board is responsible for a variety of recreational programs and events throughout the year, such as:
• Lawson Lake 5K
• Lawson Picnic – June 12-14, 2025
• Fitness Classes (see below)
• Lawson Youth Sports Association (LYSA)
• Lawson Golden Cardinals (Senior Activity Programming)
• Story Time in the Park
• Art in the Park
• Science in the Park
• Fall Festival – October 25, 2025
• Christmas in the Park – December 6, 2025
For a full schedule of events and more information, visit our Lawson Park Board facebook page.
The City of Lawson’s park facilities are available to groups and citizens to reserve for family gatherings, group parties, picnics, meetings, or other events. Park reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis and a fee may be required. For additional information or to see if a specific date is available, contact Lawson City Hall.
Come out and enjoy our beautiful parks!
The Lawson City Park is located in the center of town at Pennsylvania and Third Street. This park features a playground, World War 1 Memorial Band Stand, a Splash Pad, the Rotary Club of Lawson shelter house, a basketball court, picnic tables, a fire pit, concession stand and stage.
The Lakeview Campground and RV Park features a new playground including ADA swings that is open to the public as well as a gaga pit and community fire pit donated by the Rotary club.
The City Lake complex is a 111-acre area that is also open to the public. Features include a walking trail, fishing, kayak dock, disc golf course and more. More info on the lake complex here.
Fitness Classes – The Lawson Park Board offers affordable fitness classes. Gentle Yoga is held on Tuesdays at 6:30pm. This class focuses on increasing flexibility, easy strength building and balance. It is ideal for those seeking a slower-paced, but somewhat challenging, class. Each class typically includes breath work, gentle warm-up stretches, a balance practice, a gentle Vinyasa-style flow and relaxation at the end. Stretch & Rest Yoga is on Wednesdays at 8:30am. This class combines the long, gentle stretches of Yin-style yoga with the relaxing poses of restorative-style yoga. Students will utilize props to assist with the poses. The class focuses on flexibility, breath work and mindfulness. It is ideal for those new to yoga and anyone looking to relax and restore. All classes are $5 for drop-in or $20 for a 5-class punch card, payable with cash only. They are held in the Lawson City Hall Community Room. For more information or questions, please contact Tosha at 816-580-3217.
Have you wanted to try kayaking, but didn't know where to start? Paradise Outfitters is hosting a Learn to Kayak clinic at Lawson Lake on July 19. The first 10 people who sign up can register for just $15! This is a great opportunity to get the whole family on the water doing something recreational!
Book here: www-11g.bookeo.com/bookeo/b_viewTime.html?bsid=7m4uxn4pnn64e6mn&backNav=true&ncs=x63ymh7rw7&ncs2=...
#ICYMI Here's our Summer 2025 programming calendar! We still have lots of things coming up the rest of June and July, and even into August!
Lawson Picnic is over, but the Park Board fun continues all summer long! Don't forget to join us Wednesday at 10am for Science in the Park (Summer 2025)! Missouri American Water will teach kids about water protection. Plus, we'll have special guest "Puddles" the mascot! #togetherwecan #missouriamericanwater
How cool is this high speed video from UpWright Media?! We had Matt with UpWright Media do drone footage for us at this year's Lawson Picnic, and we can't wait to share more photos and videos. He does great work!
#TogetherWeCan
Whew! What a wonderful weekend for the Lawson Picnic 2025! We hope you had a great time enjoying this annual tradition, and we would love to see your photos from the big event. Post your best photos below for a chance at being featured in next year's Picnic marketing!
#TogetherWeCan #lawsonpicnic #annualtradition
Happy Father's Day to all of the dads out there!
Reminder: There is NO Pickleball Open Play today. See you all next Sunday, June 22!
Thank you to our 2025 Park Board Sponsors for their generous support!
PLATINUM SPONSORS
Goppert Financial Bank
Missouri American Water
DIAMOND SPONSORS
Central Bank – Lawson Branch
Lawson Primary Care Clinic
SILVER SPONSORS
American Family Insurance – Josh Thomas Agency
Edward Jones – Michael J. Persell, CFP®
J & D Auto Repair
J & D Storage
Learning Lighthouse Preschool
Shelter Insurance – Grenda Lewis Agency
United Fiber
BENEFACTOR SPONSORS
Bee Hive Masonic Lodge #393
Bugz Buster Local Pest Control
Cates Family
Community Bank of Missouri
Double C Heating and Air Conditioning
Fizer’s Garage
Hidden Valley Funeral Homes
Hidden Valley Golf Course
Jimmy Johns of Kearney
Lawson Assembly of God
Lawson Review
Lawson R-XIV School District
Mayor Greg Taylor
Morrow & Sons Lumber
Pointer Family
Rustik Charm Boutique
Seeley Tax Service
Swope Family
Terry Thompson – State Rep
United Christian and Presbyterian Church
Lawson VFW Memorial Post 6278 & Auxiliary
Worley Party Rentals
ZipZap Termite & Pest Control