Things to Do!
West City Park – Trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas
Sunset Park – River views and relaxing green space
Jokerst Memorial Park – Neighborhood park with open space
Boxed In Escape Rooms – Fun team puzzle adventures
B&B Theatre – Local movie theater
Selma Hall (Kennett Castle) – Historic mansion with tours
Day Trip to St. Louis (~25 mi): Faust Park, Indian Camp Creek Park
Where to Eat!
Main & Mill Brewing Company – Local brews and pub fare
The Brick - Right across the street, local vet owned, great prices and delicious!!
Taytro’s Bar & Bistro – Cajun/Creole dishes with live music
Pogolino’s Pizza Place – Family-friendly pizza
Crispy Edges Eats & Shakes – Burgers, shakes, and salads
Petit Parée – Steak and seafood in an upscale setting
Main Street Café – Classic comfort food
Thai Rama - One of our favorites!
Chinese Buffet- Pretty good and decent selection
Pine Mountain Coffee and Candy - AMAZING breakfast bagels and coffee
The Corner Cup - local owned coffee shop
KettleHut BBQ - The real treat is to go Friday nights around 5-5:30 PM and get the burnt ends
The Braided Baker - You are going to want to go get Challah (Halla) bread. You wont be disappointed.
La Pachanga - Great Mexican Food with two locations
Panda Express, Panera, Bob Evans, Captain D’s, McDonalds, White Castle, Jimmy Johns, Joe’s Pizza, Taco Bell, Jack in the Box, Fazoli’s, Smoothie King, Sonic, Culver’s
Emergency Info
Mercy Hospital Jefferson – 1400 US-61 S, (636) 933-1111
Total Access Urgent Care – 408 Brothers Ave, open 8am–8pm
Festus Emergency Management – 711 W Main St, (636) 937-4694
Jefferson County OEM – Sign up for Everbridge alerts online
Police, Fire and Other - 911
Where to Shop
Downtown Main Street Boutiques – gifts, décor, clothing
The Daisy Chain – Antiques and unique baby gifts
Pine Mountain Country Mercantile – Crafts and décor
Walmart Supercenter – 600 S Truman Blvd
Aldi - Near Walmart
All along Truman Blvd there are so many antique shops and a Goodwill
Stay Updated: Local Websites & Socials
City of Festus Website – Seasonal events and news
Facebook Pages:
- City of Festus
- Shop Festus & Crystal City Main Street (Tanglefoot)
- The Heart of Festus (community group)
- Tanglefoot Events (local event hub)
Event-Specific Pages: Twin City Days, Relaxin’ in the Park
Fun & Seasonal Events
Firecracker Festival (June)
Movies Under the Stars (July–Aug)
Sundays at Sunset Concert Series (Sept)
Winterfest and Santa’s House (Dec)
Mayor’s Cruise-ins (Summer/Fall)
Traditional Music Festival (Sept)
Lenhard Family Light Show (Oct & Dec)