
Watch incredible dogs from across the country compete in the Incredible Dog Challenge National Finals at Purina Farms. Bring the family, grab a bite to eat, shop from local retailers and witness incredible dogs in action.
Visit Faust Historic Village to learn about life in the late 1800s. At the Folklife Festival, you can stroll through the village and check out the crafts and demonstrations, and experience a traditional Indigenous People's pottery firing. Visitors can also watch corn husk dolls and rope being made, candles being dipped, cooking demonstrations and more.
Head to Forest Park for the 50th annual Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race.
Looking for unique gifts this holiday season? Visit the Holiday Pop-Up Shop at Laumeier Sculpture Park for gifts for all ages from local vendors.
The Park will be open until 10 p.m. for visitors to explore by moonlight, plus there will be activities for all ages, live music, food trucks, warming fire pits and a night market.
Join in on the fun at the South Grand Fall Fest. The festival will feature craft activities for kids, art activities from Craft Alliance, Contemporary Art Museum & MADE STL, plus more than 70 retail vendors, and live music. Admission is free.
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Contemporary Art Museum with a free block party that features activities for all ages.
Enjoy a Zoo-themed, family-friendly Oktoberfest at the Saint Louis Zoo's Zootoberfest! Take advantage of the cooler weather and visit the Zoo's animals, exhibits and attractions. Kids can participate in fun activities, including hide and seek. an obstacle course and arts & crafts.
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
Young visitors and their families are invited to the Energy Stage to enjoy interactive read-alouds of science-themed picture books. Story times are followed by a short demonstration or discussion connected to the book's main concepts.
Adventures abound at Trike Town, the outdoor, child-size city at The Magic House. Kids can pick out their favorite little red tricycle and explore the entire city. The adventure includes a stop at the craft shop, where kids can create their own fall-themed craft, a candy shop, firehouse and more.
Sensory Story Time is geared to families with young children who are on the autism spectrum or who have sensory needs. Children of all abilities are welcome.