Enjoy a fun play time at the Carousel in Faust Park. Kids ages 5 and under, along with a parent or caregiver, can enjoy the play room and rides on the carousel between 10 a.m. and noon. Play & Ride dates are subject to change, so please check the full listing before you plan to go.
Visit the West County Safety House during the Safe Kids Day Festival for free bike fittings (and helmets while supplies last) and let your kids take ride to Safety Town.
The festival also includes free food, games and prizes, and a raffle of dinner with the West County EMS and Fire crew.
1 to 4 p.m. at the West County Fire House. For more information, visit the Safety House Facebook page.
Celebrate Mother's Day in a very sweet way at Mom & Me Tea at Sweetology. Reservations are required and space is limited.
You'll enjoy tea service, scones, tea sandwiches and a cupcake decorating bar. For all ages, kids and families.
Sunday, May 1 from 2-4 p.m. and
Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m. to noon.
More information: sweetology.com
The Metro West firefighters are hosting Movie Night at the Firehouse featuring Disney's Planes: Fire & Rescue. Children are welcome to view the fire truck and ambulance before the show.
Catch a free showing of the blockbuster Star Wars: The Force Awakens at Family Movie Night at the West County Family YMCA.
Three decades after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, a new threat arises. The first order attempts to rule the galaxy and only a ragtag group of heroes can stop them with the help of the resistance. Enjoy this free showing of Star Wars: The Force Awakens at the West County Family YMCA in Chesterfield on Friday, April 8.
Admission is free, popcorn will be available for $1. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie begins at 7.
Bring your whole family to the Family Fun and Fitness Day where you'll find activities for all ages and lots of fun for kids.
All ages can get active with a bounce house, fitness and dance groups, martial arts demonstrations and self-defense demonstrations. There will also be face painting, door prizes, food and drinks, birthday party ideas, raffles and a smoothie truck!
All are welcome. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. John Lutheran School in Arnold.
More information: sjlsarnold.org
Spring is here. Summer is coming! Meet with the directors of Camp Manitowa and learn what makes this sleep-away camp, on the banks of three lakes, a fantastic experience for kids and families.
Hop on down the bunny trail and fill your basket with fun! Eckert’s Annual Egg Hunt includes animals for petting, tractor rides around the farm, planting seeds to take home, ice a cookie, gifts from the bunny, and a free photo scene with the Easter Bunny.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym. Reservations are not necessary.
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.
See the amazing sea lions at the Saint Louis Zoo perform for the crowd and cheer them on from the bleachers as the popular Sea Lion Spring Training Shows return. You'll see these beautiful animals perform flipper walks, ball balancing, Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, lots of splashing and even more surprises!
Kids and teens ages 7-14 can join in on a unique egg hunt in the indoor pool at The Lodge Des Peres. Registration is required.