
The Whitaker Music Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden is a beloved summer tradition that presents free Wednesday evening concerts under the stars. Bring the kids, because there is free admission to the Children's Garden from 5-7 pm.
Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, macaws speak the English language and much more at the WOW! Amazing Animal Show at the World Bird Sanctuary. Every program showcases different animals so each day is a new experience.
Spend the summer making art and having fun at the St. Louis Artists' Guild! Our classes focus on 2D media including drawing, painting, and printmaking, and our talented teaching artists work with each student based on their skill level. These camps are a great opportunity for students ages 6–18 who love to draw for fun or have a serious interest in improving their skills.
Dads get in free with the purchase of an additional ticket on Father's Day at City Museum. To further celebrate Dad's day there will be craft making in Art City, BBQ on the Patio, and beer in the Beatnick Inn.
Bring your family and friends to City Museum to celebrate Juneteenth. There will be lots of fun activities like Art City Glow crafts (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), BBQ at the Patio Grill all day and DJ SheBeatz from 4-7 p.m.
Try something new to kick off your summer weekends at Laumeier Sculpture Park Finally Friday Series. Your family can enjoy some of your favorite food and beverage trucks onsite at the beautiful park from 4-8 p.m.
Soaring into the Saint Louis Zoo is the new bird show “Winging It,” presented in partnership with World Bird Sanctuary. Birds will take the stage at the Lichtenstein Sea Lion Arena. In this amazing, free-flying presentation, a variety of exotic and native birds will demonstrate their natural abilities, and some will even soar over the audience.
Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.
Adventures abound at Trike Town, the outdoor, child-size city at The Magic House. Kids can pick out their favorite little red tricycle and explore the entire city. The adventure includes a stop at the craft shop, where kids can create their own fall-themed craft, a candy shop, firehouse and more.
Meet up at the Anne O'C. Albrecht Nature Playscape 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.
New this season, Teaching in Room 9 takes learning beyond the classroom as viewers discover our region's resources. Children will explore the coloring wall at the Missouri History Museum, learn about dinosaurs at the Saint Louis Science Center, and experience African art and mummies at the Saint Louis Art Museum, just to name a few.
Daytime Playtime is an open gym for children ages 2-5 where the possibilities for fun and learning (through fun) are endless! Children will participate in activities that build coordination, strength, balance and self-confidence. They'll develop stronger motor skills, social skills, and take part in theme-based creative activities