Planetarium educators will narrate what is happening during the eclipse and there will be fun activities for all ages.
Kids can collect some bugs in Forest Park, see them up close and learn about the Forest Park ecosystem at this free outdoor workshop.
Visit the Field House Museum to celebrate a favorite childhood toy - the teddy bear! All kids 15 and under will take home a new furry friend of their own.
Children can read books to dogs, meet local authors and do some hands-on activities inspired by the books featured at this free story time designed to celebrate reading.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Old Courthouse with special ranger talks, mock trial vignettes, a public reading of the Declaration of Independence and a concert by the Independence Band.
Join Angela Speck, Director of Astronomy at the University of Missouri-Columbia, as she explains the upcoming solar eclipse and explains the best ways to view it at this free event.
Children 12 and under can register for Chalk Land, a kid-friendly area where kids can discover their inner artist with sidewalk chalking drawings, face painting, arts & crafts, music and more.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
The magical sights of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation's Winterfest return to downtown St. Louis this holiday season. Winterfest includes family fun, beautiful holiday lights, s'mores stations, ice skating and festive activities and fireworks, plus special character visits and a New Year's Eve celebration.
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!
Join Ms. Amanda in the Makerspace at the Edwardsville Children's Museum for a fun, lively Dance Party. The toddler-friendly tunes will accompany free play time and musical instrument exploration.