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Route 66 Centennial Festival at the Missouri History Museum

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 at the Missouri History Museum during this four-day festival exploring the Mother Road’s stunning natural scenery, quirky roadside attractions, its complex history, and its impacts on communities across the St. Louis region. Enjoy live music, classic car displays, film screenings, a Route 66 neon sign and memorabilia display, family activities, and more.

 

 

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saturday, May 23, 2026

See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.

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Tons of Trucks at Schroeder Park in Manchester
Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Does your child love big trucks? Bring them to Schroeder Park in Manchester for Tons of Trucks, where there will be trucks, tractors, construction vehicles, city vehicles and more to explore. Kids can crawl, climb and sit in the driver's seats with the operators of these vehicles. 

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Tiny Tot Triathlon
Saturday, May 30, 2026

Kids ages 3-9 years old will bike, run, and swim their way to the finish line at the Tiny Tot Triathlon in Manchester! Parent assistance is required, as the participants can pick the course of their choice: Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced.

 

 

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Howl at Powell
Sunday, October 11, 2026

Get ready for a hauntingly fun musical adventure the whole family will enjoy at Howl at Powell! This spooktacular concert is filled with playful melodies, ghostly tunes and fun surprises. Join in the fun and wear your custumes to celebrate the season!

 

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saturday, May 23, 2026

See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.

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Cuentos En El Museo - Storytelling at the Museum in Spanish
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Saturday, July 11, 2026

Hear stories in Spanish read by native Spanish-speaking storytellers at the Missouri History Museum's Cuentos En El Museo - Storytelling in the Museum in Spanish. In these free storytelling sessions, the museum's youngest visitors explore traditional and contemporary storybooks and do hands-on crafts. 

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