St. Louis

At Great Green Adventures: Marvelous Mediterranean, kids will learn about the Mediterranean climate in the Temperate House, where they'll find flowers and trees that are sheltered from the cold outside.

More than a half million lights will illuminate some of the Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays will delight crowds of all ages.

People of all abilities can enjoy the popular U.S Bank Wild Lights at the Saint Louis Zoo during Sensory Night, which offers quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assist children and families who may benefit from a sensory-friendly experience.

The Grinch will arrive on south Grand at Apotheosis Comics to spread some holiday cheer and raise funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children. For a $7 donation to the hospital ($5 with a toy donation), participants can have their photo taken with the Grinch.

This version of It's A Wonderful Life has a clever twist: the story is staged as a play within a play. More specifically, a 1940s live radio broadcast within a play. Complete with microphones, live sound effects by a Foley artist, 1940s period costumes and a diverse company of characters, the adaptation charmingly tells the story of George Bailey and the town of Bedford Falls and brilliantly touches on all the fascinating character backstories. The play also illuminates the powerful, life-affirming message that one life can change the whole fabric of a community. The show, recommended for ages 8 and up, is 50 minutes long, followed by 10 minutes of Q&A between the cast and audience.

Celebrate the holiday season with Joyful, a festive repertoire of musical theater, pop, traditional and winter favorites from COCA's vocal companies, Allegro and Adagio. Perfect for all ages.

Discover more about you and your health at the Health Expo featuring the Amazing Brain Carnival.