St. Louis Family Events

The Saint Louis Zoo will will host the Big Eyes, Big Minds International Children's Film Festival of St. Louis, showcasing the best films from around the world to educate, enrich and inspire kids ages 1 to 16. All programs feature age-appropriate live-action and animated short films which are universally relevant to kids.

Celebrate International Polar Bear Day at the Saint Louis Zoo with special activities for all ages. Be sure to visit the Zoo's own Kali, the 6-year-old, 1,350-pound polar bear and watch as he interacts with interesting enrichment activities.

Enjoy live music, performance art, local food and hands-on activities for the whole family, as well as artists, educational exhibitors, diverse cuisine featuring organic, vegetarian and vegan options, free yoga classes for kids and adults and more.

Enjoy the world's largest costumed pet parade, a family friendly part of St. Louis' Soulard Mardi Gras celebration. See adorable pet in amusing and whimsical costumes, or dress up your own pooch and participate.

Family Day and Blues Kids Boogie at the National Blues Museum: Black History Jam, includes live music, scavenger hunts, story time, hands-on activitis, arts and crafts, and even a musical petting zoo! Admission is free. 

Kids Corner at the Field House Museum includes fun activities for kids, and a tour of the museum. Each month there is a new theme. 

It's never to early to learn about the world around us. Infants and toddlers learn about nature at this indoor-outdoor program sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation.