Spend your summer at The Whitfield School!
Whitfield’s 2026 Summer Programs offer engaging, educational, and active opportunities for students from rising Kindergarten through 12th grade. With a variety of camps—from general enrichment and STEM to sports and specialized skill sessions—there’s something for every interest and age. Daily lunch is included with many full-day programs, and before- and after-care options help support busy family schedules. Summer programs include Camp Whitfield, STEM, Arts & Specialty Camps, and Sports Camps.
Chaminade is excited to welcome back both boys and girls for another summer of learning, growth, and fun on our campus! Camps are for both boys and girls entering grades 3-12. See our athletic camps. arts & creativity camps, academic & STEM camps, hiking camps, and Camp Chaminade, a four-day experience for middle school boys focused on building leadership, teamwork, and camaraderie! All camps are led by experienced instructors in a supportive Chaminade environment. Our camps are designed to help students try something new, sharpen their skills, or discover new skills they didn't know they had, all while making friends and memories that last a lifetime.
The nationally acclaimed Laumeier Sculpture Park Art Fair is a three-day, outdoor event held annually on Mother's Day weekend. It features local, regional and national artists, local food and beverage vendors, live music, and the Creation Location offering hands-on, creative art experiences for kids.
Inspired by Dr. Maya Angelou’s powerful poem Life Doesn’t Frighten Me, this 50-minute original play by multidisciplinary hip-hop artist Paige Hernandez brings to life the everyday fears we all face—and the courage within us to rise above them.
Bring your family to Cardinals Nation Restaurant on select Wednesday nights for Family Night with Fredbird! Meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes! Kids 12 and under eat free per adult meal purchased.
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.
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!
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
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!
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.