Children will discover how mirrors and reflections can play tricks, try to touch a mirage and make a periscope to see above and beyond at this free workshop presented by Mad Science.
Enjoy a free showing of The Mischievous Elf performed by Edie's Fairytale Theatre at this fun holiday show for all ages.
Enjoy a beautiful candlelight tour of the historic Thornhill House
in Faust Park.
Thornhill is the original estate of Missouri's second governor Frederick Bates. During these self-guided tours, the customs of the 1820s will surround guests, along with historically dressed docents.
Admission is $8 for adults, and $5 for children ages 4 to 12. Children younger than 4 are free.
Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 5 p.m.
Kids and teens ages 8-15 can create their very own winter scene in the form of a snow globe at this afternoon workshop at Laumeier Sculpture Park.
Listen to the sounds of the floura and fauna at Laumeier Sculpture Park and develop the tools to speak back at this innovative parent/child class.
Enjoy a St. Louis family tradition at Gardenland Express, the Holiday Flower and Train Show at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Visitors will see G-scale trains of many eras traveling through a miniature holiday landscape made up of festive decorations and thousands of fresh plants, poinsettias and flowers.
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.
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
Read to a friendly therapy dog from DUO Dogs, Inc. After the story, the dog's handler will answer any questions kids have about therapy dogs, pet care and more. For ages 3-11. Registration is required for this free program.
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.