St. Louis County

The Grinch is trying to steal Christmas! Help grow the Grinch's heart by joining in on this workshop full of Grinch activities. Kids will make Grinch dust to help stop the Grinch from coming to their homes and other crafts, as well as Grinch cookies. 

Kids ages 5-12 can choose their own Elf name and join in on the Elf Workshop. They'll create handmade gifts for someone special (different variations of crafts are offered for different age groups). 

The annual Kirkwood Greentree Festival will be held September 18 - 20 in Kirkwood Park. This free, family festival features a parade that steps off on Saturday at 10 a.m. beginning at Kirkwood High School, entertainment and food vendor booths, and kids activities.

Meet the animals at Suson Park and learn about their care at the Suson Farm Park Barn Tours.

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to the Lil' Trick or Treaters Halloween adventure. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed up for a fun Halloween storytime, festive crafts, and special Halloween treats. This not-so-scary Halloween party is for ages 2-5.

All visitors receive free admission to The Butterfly House on Friday, September 18 in honor of the Evelyn E. Newman Founder's Day Celebration.

Trick or Track is a family Halloween celebration featuring a costume parade and trick or treating around the National Museum of Transportation in Kirkwood.