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Halloween Events in St. Louis Oct. 21-23

Are you ready for a weekend packed with Halloween fun? These costume-friendly, not-too-scary, family-friendly events and activities are happening across the St. Louis area from Friday, Oct. 21 to Sunday, Oct. 23.

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Teach Compassion and Caring at Family Volunteer Day

Kids are parrots in human form. They mimic everything we as parents say and do. And while we try to be good role models, sometimes we can rub off on our kids in the wrong way. We can redeem ourselves for all those times they impersonate us at our worst by demonstrating to them how rewarding it is to help others.

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Halloween Events in St. Louis Oct. 13-16

The Halloween fun kicks off all across the St. Louis area this weekend, so it's time to break out your kids' costumes and get your treat bags ready! Here is a handy list of Halloween events happening from Thursday, Oct. 13 to Sunday, Oct. 16. Please note, some events require registration. Now, get ready for a frighteningly good time with your little monsters!

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See our #SweetScare Contest Winner!

Congratulations to Evan, whose Creepy Crawler Cookie Cake received the most votes in our SweetScare decorating contest!

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Costume Capers: 26 St. Louis Events Where Kids Can Show Off Their Halloween Finery

You’ve put a lot of work into crafting the perfect Halloween costume for your children, so why only put it to use for just one night? Get some serious mileage – and spooky fun – out of your Halloween finery at these Halloween parades, costume contests and trick-or-treating events across the St. Louis area.

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12 St. Louis Fall Festivals Kids will Love

Fall is one of the best times to get out and enjoy everything St. Louis has to offer for your family, and fall festivals are a great way to do that. Whether you're looking for a traditional down-on-the-farm day, whimsical, art-filled fun, animal or food-themed festivals or pumpkin races, you're in luck.

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Get Creative, Get Slimy, Get Going to The Magic House

This fall the Magic House is overflowing with fun activities for kids of all ages. You can pet a turtle, hold a lizard, sell your old toys at the Kids' Flea Market, or invent a new one out of cardboard. There's also an exciting new traveling exhibit to introduce your kids to the oldest of all games, chess.

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Music & Movement

Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual. 

 

 

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Machine Madness
Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Join the City of Sunset Hills Parks + Recreation Department, the Sunset Hills Department of Public Works, the Sunset Hills Police Department, and partners for an interactive evening of amazing machinery, music, and food! A variety of trucks, vehicles, and machines will be on display for guests of all ages to enjoy.

 

 

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Toddler Time at The Magic House

Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!

 

 

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Cottleville

Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym is an opportunity for any child to have supervised free play in the gym.  They can work on existing skills, try something new, or simply play around. It is completely up to them! Open Gym is open to both members and non-members ages 12 and under.

 

 

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Friday, May 16, 2025
Saturday, May 17, 2025

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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