Middle Schoolers

Activities include bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting, clowns, magic shows, pony rides, yummy treats, safety demonstrations, bike helmets, car seat safety checks and more.

This annual Chili Cook-Off in Bluebird Park includes kids' activities, food vendors, a dog costume contest, live music, and of course delicious chili.

Monarch butterflies are headed south for the winter, and the National Park Service and the city of St. Louis are celebrating the journey with the Great MonArch Migration event. 

DaySpring Arts and Education presents Shakespeare's much-loved comedy "A Midsummer Night's Dream," a show for the whole family. During this 4D theater experience, you'll step into the magical forest of Arden, complete with moss, crickets, fireflies and fog. 

Bring your kids and your dog to the Purina Farms Trunk or Treat! In addition to plenty of treats for your two-legged and four-legged little ones, there will be face painting, games, balloon animals and a family entertainment area. Advance tickets are required.

Kids can bring out their inner sculptors and learn how to twist the basic balloon dog, a simple balloon hat, a huge octopus and more at this free workshop led by the pros at Circus Kaput. 

Kids ages 4 to 12 can explore the fun and messy world of clay through hand building at this workshop at Laumeier Sculpture Park.