Christmas in St. Louis 2025
Crafts-Giving Workshops at Yucandu Art Studio
Drop off your kids at Yucandu Art Studio in Webster Grove for one-of-a-kind Crafts-Giving Workshops! Kids will make and wrap four gifts to take home.
Breakfast with Santa at the Saint Louis Zoo
Your family can enjoy a gourmet, festive breakfast buffet complete with a visit from the man of the hour: Santa.
St. Louis Children's Choirs Holiday Concert: Illuminate
The St. Louis Children’s Choirs present “Illuminate” — a radiant celebration of the season. From festive carol fanfares and beloved holiday favorites to imaginative winter-themed songs, the six ensembles of The St. Louis Children’s Choirs offer a heartwarming concert in the brilliant acoustics of the newly renovated Powell Hall. “Illuminate” is the perfect way to start your holidays — a concert that shines with warmth, wonder, and the light of children’s song.
Visits with Santa at The Magic House
Santa is coming to St. Louis and is parking his sleigh at The Magic House! Children can visit with Santa, deliver their wish list to him, and have their picture or their whole family's picture taken with Santa.
Scuba Claus and his Trusty Elf at the St. Louis Aquarium
Santa and his trusty elf will visit the St. Louis Aquarium on select days this holiday season for a special Dive Chat with visitors. Scuba Santa will be dressed in his North Pole best as he and his elf talk to visitors while Scuba diving in Shark Canyon.
Santa Arrives by Helicopter at the Museum of Transportation
As part of its holiday happenings, Santa will visit the Museum of Transportation, arriving in style by helicopter.
Winterfest
The magical sights of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation's Winterfest return to downtown St. Louis this holiday season. Winterfest includes family fun, beautiful holiday lights, s'mores stations, ice skating and festive activities and fireworks, plus special character visits and a New Year's Eve celebration.
