Get through the dog days of summer with an evening of "paws-on" fun at The Magic House!
Celebrate Mother's Day at this sweet afternoon tea for kids of all ages and their moms. You'll enjoy tea sandwiches, aromatic teas and cupcake decorating.
Join world champion sand sculptor Dan Belcher as he builds a 75-ton sandcastle outdoors on the shores of The Magic House. Then visitors can get digging and create their own "sandsational" sculpture using only sand and water.
Storyteller Sherry Norfolk leads families through and interactive. global exploration of folktales about the sun, moon and stars.
Kids will learn how to build a bee hotel to attract native pollinators to their gardens at home.
Peter Rabbit grows a garden after receiving seeds and instruction from a disgruntled farmer in this free performances for ages 3-8.
Enjoy a free musical for the whole family when Edie's Fairytale Theatre presents the Cinderella Family Musical at Andrews Academy.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
At Sensory Friendly Night at Boo at the Zoo, families can enjoy festive decorations, Zoo attractions, entertainers, special food and drink menus and more in an environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. This special night will mirror the traditional Boo at the Zoo experience, but also includes sensory maps, quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assists guests.
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!