Give your child a summer full of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun at Mad Science of St. Louis Summer Camps! Offered at 13 convenient locations across the St. Louis area, our week-long camps are designed for curious kids ages 5–11 who love to ask questions, experiment, and explore how the world works. Campers launch rockets into the sky, investigate the mysteries of Earth and space, explore the gross (and fascinating!) side of science, or crack codes like real secret agents. Whether your child is building robots, designing space-age solutions, or coding games that get them moving, every day is packed with discovery and confidence-building fun.
Our exciting 2026 camp themes include:
Our exciting 2026 camp themes include:
Explore the fun and messy world of clay as a team! Work beside your child to create a wheel-thrown piece following an instructor demonstration. Learn how to add hand-built embellishments and collaborate on color to make your project truly special.
Learn more about The College School's dynamic, experiential curriculum, meet parents and teachers during this one-hour quick tour.
From dance to drama to musical performances, The Magic House presents the On-Stage Performance Series for kids of all ages. Designed to inspire a love of the arts and dramatic play, monthly performances take place at the Story Time Theater or Whitaker Theater inside The Magic House. On-Stage Performances are free with Magic House admission.
Visit the Easter Bunny and hunt for egg at this annual community Easter Egg Hunt in Eureka. Children will be divided into groups by age for the hunts, and a free pancake breakfast will be served.
Kids can explore a collection of big trucks and safety vehicles on display at Eureka High School during Big Truck and Safety Day.
Let Miss Kelly's give you the night off while your child takes part in many different fun activities, including games, obstacles and challenges!
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.
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!
Drop by New City School for an engaging morning visit. Enjoy coffee and conversation, hear about the curriculum and community from Head of School Alexis Wright, and take a tour of the historic school. This event is geared towards grown ups, but children are welcome to attend.
Friendly and fun, auditions at The St. Louis Children’s Choirs are a great way for us to get to know one another. Auditions consist of your child singing a short song followed by a short informational meeting. A singer's ensemble placement is based on age, skill, maturity, and availability. The St. Louis Children's Choirs has an ensemble for every singer!
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.