Special Events

Well...we thought that the evil Dr. COVID was done for, but it turns out he was still lingering around & we now have another investigation on our hands!

Are your detective skills sharp enough to figure out which elected official was involved in the demise of the evil Dr. COVID this year?  Where did they do it?  What weapon was used?

FIND THE CLUES
From Tuesday, August 24th Thursday, August 26th through Sunday, September 19th ONLY, clues will be hidden along the Butterfly Trail, located at RD Mize Rd. & Long Dr. (approx. 0.8 mile figure eight loop).  You can investigate at your leisure, no registration required!

Keep your eyes open for posted clues along the trail that will either mention a suspect, weapon or location that was NOT part of the crime.  You can use the clue card (linked below) to help you along the way by marking off each clue that you find!  You will need to walk, bike or run on the path to ensure you don’t miss any evidence.  The final 3 clues (1 suspect, 1 weapon & 1 location) that you DO NOT find along the trail should be your final guess!

THINK YOU’VE SOLVED THE MYSTERY?
When you think you have cracked the case, submit your final guess to mstrader@cityofgrainvalley.org for a chance to have your family’s picture posted on our social media pages!

TRAIL ETIQUETTE
Please respect all clues and leave the Clue Game signs in place for more participants to find and enjoy.  Please also respect other trail users that are not on the trail for this program.

Ages: No Specific Age – This Is An Individual Or Family Activity!
When: Clues will be posted from Tuesday, August 24 Thursday, August 26 – Sunday, September 19
Where: Butterfly Trail
Fee: FREE
Registration: No Registration Required – Investigate At Your Own Leisure!
Forms:
Click Here To View The Clue Card
Click Here To View The Investigative Map

Ages

No Specific Age – This Is An Individual Or Family Activity!

Santa's elves have been busy hiding hundreds of candy canes in Armstrong Park!  Make sure to dress warm for this fantastic outdoor event!  Special prizes will be awarded for finding the "special" candy canes!  We will also have candy cane crafts and of course hot chocolate!  The last day to register will be Tuesday, December 14!

Ages: 1 to 8 Years
When: Saturday, December 18
              10:00am - 11:00am
Where: The hunt will be held in Armstrong Park, but please check-in at the Grain Valley Community Center first.
Fee:  $9.00 Per Child

Little girls and their daddies or grandpas will enjoy an evening full of fun.  Dancing, refreshments, and prizes will make this date one to remember.  Each couple will also receive a special keepsake picture.  Pre-purchase your tickets; there are a limited number available.  The last day to register will be Monday, January 31, 2022.

Ages: Daughters K - 12th Grades
When: Saturday, February 5, 2022
              7:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Grain Valley Community Center
Fee:  $18.00 Per Couple
          $7.00 For Each Additional Daughter
Registration: Begins in January at the Grain Valley Community Center.