This year, Macaroni KID Jefferson City, called upon our community and you shared with us the places in Jefferson City, MO that bring families together. Thank YOU for helping us shine a spotlight on the businesses and organizations that make Jefferson City such a special place to live and play.
The Family Favorites Awards are designed to highlight the variety of businesses and services that Jefferson City has to offer.
Winners by category:
Family Fun & Entertainment
- Favorite Playground: Memorial Park Playground with Jefferson City Parks and Rec
- Favorite Park: Memorial Park with Jefferson City Parks and Rec
- Favorite Pool: Riverside Park Pool
- Favorite Place for a playdate: Jefferson City Parks and Rec Parks
- Favorite Indoor Play Space: TIE - Tiny Tumbler and The Runge Nature Center
- Favorite Animal / Nature Encounter: The Runge Nature Center
- Favorite Seasonal Event (e.g., festivals, holiday attractions): TIE - Living Windows and Kidsfest
- Favorite Fall Farm: Fischer Farms
Food & Dining
- Favorite Family-Friendly Restaurant: Prison Brews
- Favorite Kids Menu: TIE - Mel's and El Frison
- Favorite Pizza Spot: West Main Pizza
- Favorite Breakfast Spot: Oscar's
- Favorite Coffee Shop: TIE - Plate & Pour and Three Story Coffee
- Favorite Sweet Treat Shop: YoYums
- Favorite Takeout for Busy Families: West Main Pizza
- Favorite Food Truck: Rebel Taco
- Favorite Kid Friendly Spot to Grab a Drink: Last Flight
- Favorite Dog-Friendly Patio: Last Flight
Shopping
- Favorite Toy or Game Store: Downtown Book & Toy
- Favorite Boutique or Gift Shop: Carrie's Hallmark
- Favorite Grocery Store: HyVee
- Favorite Farmers Market Vendor: Almosta' Farm
- Favorite Specialty Food purveyor (Butcher, farm stand, etc): Almosta' Farm
- Favorite Local Crafter: TIE - Wickham Novelties and Tehillah Coffee
Services for Families
- Favorite Pediatrician or Family Doctor: JC Peds
- Favorite Dentist for Kids: Capital Dentistry for Children
- Favorite OB/GYN: Dr. Amanda Rodemann with Jefferson City Medical Group
- Favorite Doula / Birthing Coach / Center: Abby Cape
- Favorite Breastfeeding / Lactation Support: Becky Weider, IBCLC - BB Lactation
- Favorite Chiropractor: TIE - Hollon Family Chiropractic AND Align Chiropractic Clinic
- Favorite Family Vision Care: Bodenhamer Eye Consultants
- Favorite Family Mental Health Professional: Wayfinder Therapeutic Services
- Favorite Therapy Providers (Occupational, Physical, Speech): Jason Allen, MPT, OCS, CFMM with Jefferson City Medical Group Physical Therapy
- Favorite Kid-Friendly Salons: TIE - Studio 77 and Trendz
- Favorite Salon: Trendz
Local Experiences
- Best Date Night Spot for Parents: TIE - Love Sushi and Theos
- Favorite Place for a Family Hike or Walk: The Runge Nature Center
- Best Place to Host a Birthday Party: TIE - JC Gymnastics and Capital Mall Playroom
- Favorite Place for Family Fitness (e.g., yoga studios, martial arts schools): Jefferson City Area YMCA
- Best Music, Art, or Dance Class: Jefferson City Music Academy (Music), Unique Creations (Art) and Magnolia Dance Studio (Dance)
- Favorite Sports Program: Jefferson City Parks Youth Sports
- Best youth programing: Missouri River Regional Library
- Best Activity for teens/tweens: Strikers
Specialty Businesses
- Favorite Swim Lessons: Jefferson City Parks and Rec
- Favorite Preschool: Little Lighthouse
- Favorite School: Southwest Early Childhood Center
- Best Drivers Education Program: Your Turn 2 Drive
- Best Summer Camp: Jefferson City Parks and Rec
- Favorite Local Photographer for Family Portraits: Ashley Wilson Photography, LLC
- Favorite Local Photographer for Maternity: Amber Koelling Photography
- Favorite Local Photographer for Newborns: Ashley Wilson Photography, LLC
- Best Community or Non-Profit Organization for Families: Jefferson City Schools Parents as Teachers
Community
- Favorite Teacher/Educator: Mrs. Anne from Southwest Early Childhood Center
- Favorite Community Worker: Erin from Premium Pets
