The governing body for the City of Festus, Missouri is a Mayor and an eight-member City Council. Council Members serve a two-year term and are elected by citizens in each of four wards.
The Parks and Recreation Board oversees the operation of the parks and recreation facilities of the City of Festus. The Board works closely with the Director of Parks and Recreation and the administration of the City.
The Festus Tourism Commission is made up of 5 volunteer members of the Festus City Limit Community to disperse revenue generated by the 5% Tourism Tax approved by Festus voters in 2012.