The annual Kirkwood Greentree Festival will be held September 15 - 17 in Kirkwood Park. This free, family festival features a parade that steps off on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. beginning at Kirkwood High School, entertainment and food vendor booths and kids activities.
Visit downtown Kirkwood for the Autumn Outdoor Fest. There will be a pumpkin patch, live music, and many businesses will feature specials and sidewalk sales.
Santa is coming to the Kirkwood Ice Arena to skate with guests during a public skate session.
Bring your kids and your camera to take photos with Santa at the historic and festive Kirkwood Train Station in downtown Kirkwood. On Dec. 12 there will be a special visit from live reindeer too! Free. Early arrival is recommended.
Bargain hunters take note! Kids will be selling their handmade craft items, outgrown toys, books, baseball cards and games at the annual Kids' Flea Market at The Magic House.
Follow the bunny trail to The Magic House and get your morning hopping at the museum's Bunny Breakfast. The special guest will be – you guessed it – the Easter Bunny himself! Reservations are required.
Families can make their own custom designed decorations at this string art workshops for all ages.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the new Animals Aglow exhibit. Bring your family to experience the luminous glow of 50 towering lanterns depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements. Don't miss this celebration of culture and art!
Toddlers and their grownups can learn, create and play during Toddler Thursday at Mastodon State Historic Site. Each session explores a different topic related to nature and includes activities and a craft.
Dinoroarus is back for a limited time at the Saint Louis Zoo. This engaging attraction for all ages features 14 groupings of animatronic and stationary dinosaurs - colorful, prehistoric creatures that move realistically, some roaring and spiting or placidly munching on lush vegetation.