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 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.
🫠 Whew! It may be hot today, but fall will be here before we know it! 🍂 We're just two months away from the Lawson Fall Festival 2026. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17! This year's event is sponsored by J&D Auto Repair.
We'll have a car show, vendors, bounce houses, bingo, a corn hole tournament, entertainment, costume contest and trunk-or-treat. It's sure to be a great day for the whole family!
#lawsonisawesome #fallfestival
Heads up! There are NO fitness/yoga classes this week. Stay stretchy, friends! ☺️
We are accepting craft, commerce and direct sales vendors for the Lawson Fall Festival 2026! We are FULL on food vendors. The application is here: forms.gle/JxwwHSrQHFB61cwW7
❗Heads up! Do not fall for SPAM posts! The only application for vendors is above. The contact person is Tosha Jackson at Lawson City Hall. No one else should ask for information or payment. Payments go to City Hall.
😎 Summer really flew by! But we are now gearing up for fall! 🍂
Check out the BRAND NEW Fall Programming Calendar! We have 4 AWESOME months of programs and events planned - there's literally something for everyone!
🏓 Pickleball Open Play Sundays return w/ an 8-week session
🎶 Maker Mondays will feature creative projects for kids
🌭 Golden Cardinals move to a lunch & bingo format
🥁 Rock & Restore pop-ups bounce back
📖 Ray County Library will host Library Pop-Ups
🍸 Ladies Night Out: Mistletoe & Mocktails hits in December!
Don't forget to mark your calendars for these major events:
🍂 Lawson Fall Festival 2026 - October 17
🏃♀️ Lawson Lake 5K - November 14
🎅🏼 Christmas in the Park - December 5
#lawsonisawesome #fallprogramming #itsfallyall
Heads up! Gentle Yoga class is CANCELLED for tonight! Sorry for the inconvenience!
Thank you to our 2026 Park Board Sponsors for their generous support!
PLATINUM SPONSORS
Goppert Financial Bank
J&D Auto
Missouri American Water
DIAMOND SPONSORS
Central Bank – Lawson Branch
Lawson Primary Care Clinic
GOLD SPONSORS
Bob’s Collision Repair
Kanning Dental
Lakeside Bounce
SILVER SPONSORS
American Family Insurance – Josh Thomas Agency
Community Bank of Missouri
Edward Jones – Michael J. Persell, CFP®
Fizer’s Garage
J&D Storage
Lawson R-XIV School District
Learning Lighthouse Preschool
Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative
Turner Specialty Vehicle
United Fiber
BENEFACTOR SPONSORS
Beacon Tire and Auto
Bee Hive Masonic Lodge #393
Bugz Buster Pest Control
Campbell’s Tools
Cates Family
Double C Heating & Cooling
Dr. Spotless Carwash
Golf-A-Round
Hidden Valley Funeral Homes
Hidden Valley Golf Course
Lawson Assembly of God
Lawson VFW & Auxiliary
Missouri Farm Bureau – Brianna Rock
Morrow & Sons Lumber
Rustik Charm Boutique
Swope Family
Terry Thompson, State Representative
The Lawson Review
United Christian & Presbyterian Church
ZipZap Termite & Pest Control
FRIEND SPONSOR
Expressions of Love Floral and Gifts