An Order titled “2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business and Individual Guidelines for Social Distancing and Reopening” was issued by the St. Louis County Department of Public Health on Friday, May 8, 2020 (effective May 18, 2020). This Order prohibits the follow from opening: sporting venues (regardless of square footage), gyms and fitness centers, banquet rooms, indoor and outdoor pools except those located at an individual’s residence, sporting events, sports courts, and playgrounds. Due to this order, The Lodge remains closed until further notice.
The City's annual Monster Machines went virtual this year! Join our friends from Des Peres Public Safety, Public Works Department and Park Operations for a tour of some awesome equipment! Big thanks to all of our co-workers and partners for sharing their time and equipment.
This past Saturday, the Parks and Recreation staff geared up to collect 1,725 lbs of food for the Mayors for Meals food drive benefiting the St. Louis Area Foodbank.
Thank you to the Missouri National Guard and everyone who provided food donations.
Status of City Parks
Des Peres parks remain open with some features closed per St. Louis County Health Department orders - most notably playgrounds, basketball courts, and picnic shelters are closed along with organized sports activities. We appreciate your assistance in helping to keep parks open by practicing physical distancing.