At the Maryville Center for Access and Achievement, we’re all about making learning exciting, hands-on, and unforgettable! From virtual reality adventures to game development to robotics, our programs are designed to spark curiosity and fuel innovation. Whether your child dreams of designing the next big video game or coding a futuristic app, they’ll get real-world experience with cutting-edge technology in a fun and supportive environment. Led by expert instructors who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of tech leaders, our interactive programs build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking—skills that will set them up for success in today’s digital world.
Take a trip to the Emerald City with your family at the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performs The Wizard of Oz in Concert.
Calling all young performers and Broadway lovers! LifeLight Youth Theatre offers one-week Summer Performing Arts Camps where campers dive into the world of musical theatre - singing, dancing, acting, and more - all week long with experienced theatre professionals. Each session builds skills in stage presence, characterization, choreography, vocal technique, improv, and teamwork, while also exploring technical theatre elements like set, props, and production design. At the end of each week, family and friends are invited to a fully staged performance, showcasing everything campers have learned.
Immerse yourself in the creative, problem-solving world of engineering at SciFest: Engineering Expo at the Saint Louis Science Center.
The Missouri History Museum welcomes families for its wildly popular annual celebration, a weekend full of free activities honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Enjoy learning, a movement workshop, arts & crafts, storytelling, a Black History scavenger hunt, and more for all ages.
Visit Ninja Central for the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, January 17 from 2-4 p.m. and be one of the first families to experience this awesome new, state-of-the-art Ninja training facility! All attendees can try out the new Ninja challenges & equipment, meet the coaches, win prizes, enjoy face painting, balloon animals, snow cones, and more. From beginner to advanced Ninja skills,
Looking for an engaging and educational activity for your child this summer? Our Chess Summer Camps are the perfect choice! Whether your child is just discovering chess, wants to sharpen their skills, or dreams of becoming a chess champion, our camps offer something for everyone. Why Choose Our Chess Summer Camps? Expert Guidance: Your child will learn from Grandmaster instructors, receiving daily lessons, puzzles, and gameplay tailored to their skill level.
Special Offer: Use promo code STLParentChess to receive 10% off!
March brings a very special kind of tropical madness to the Butterfly House in Faust Park! Thousands of breathtaking Blue Morpho butterflies take up residence to welcome spring.
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!
See the amazing sea lions at the Saint Louis Zoo perform for the crowd and cheer them on from the bleachers as the popular Sea Lion Spring Training Shows return. You'll see these beautiful animals perform flipper walks, ball balancing, Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, lots of splashing and even more surprises!
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.