Teens and Tweens

Explore the St. Louis Zoo after dark at Boo at the Zoo. Bring your little ghouls and goblins to this non-scary celebration designed just for kids. Though this is not a trick-or-treating experience, costumes are encouraged.

Enjoy October weekends of free spooky fun at Halloweekends at the Saint Louis Zoo! Come to the Zoo dressed in family friendly costumes and as you walk around to see the animals you'll find non-scary Halloween decorations, watch special pumpkin enrichment treats with the animals, experience costumed character meet-and-greets, enjoy the Family Game Zone, take part in the Pumpkin Stomp 'n Chomp, enjoy fall treats and more. 

Enjoy a wallk around the Zoo and see some of your favorite animals this autumn! Fall into the season with fall themed apple spiced specialty food and drinks, and craft activities for kids. Even the animals will get to enjoy some apple treats with special autumn themed enrichment. Free, timed tickets are required. 

This year's scaled back Best of Missouri Market will still bring together dozens of the finest artisans and crafters from the region, along with live music and delicious, locally produced food and beverages. The Market will be held outdoors under tents, rain or shine. Masks are required, and all health and safety protocols apply.

The Folklife Festival at Thornhill celebrates the bicentennial of Thornhill and focuses on the crafts and events of the years leading up to Missouri statehood. Enjoy the sites and sounds of the era with demonstrations of daily life, and the opportunity to learn about the people who shaped early Missouri history. 

Visit downtown Kirkwood for the Autumn Outdoor Fest on September 19. There will be live music, and many businesses will feature specials and sidewalk sales. 

Put your thinking hat on and join in the Family Fun GPS Scavenger Hunt at Babler State Park, where you'll discover new areas of the park as well as some history. Families will work together with a GPS unit to find areas around the park.