Christmas in St. Louis

Supper With Santa at The Butterfly House

Supper with Santa includes a pasta dinner, cookies and hot cocoa, a picture with Santa, a night stroll through the tropical conservatory, and Santa's Workshop stations, where kids can make fun crafts and act silly in the photo booth. After dinner, you'll visit Mrs. Claus's Cookie Kitchen for cookies and hot cocoa. Reservations are required.

View this event »

Sensory Night at U.S. Bank Wild Light at the Saint Louis Zoo

People of all abilities can enjoy the popular U.S Bank Wild Lights at the Saint Louis Zoo during Sensory Night, which offers quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assist children and families who may benefit from a sensory-friendly experience.

View this event »

Story Time with Mrs. Claus

Gather around the tree and listen to Mrs. Claus read some of her favorite holiday stories. After story time, children will decorate cookies and enjoy some delicious snacks. Parents, bring your cameras to take some pictures. Registration is required.

View this event »

Meet Santa's Live Reindeer in Wildwood

See Santa's live reindeer, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, and bring your camera to take some photos of your kids on an authentic 1800s sleigh with the reindeer! Free.

View this event »

Holiday Tree Lighting on Beale Street in St. Charles

Watch as the 24-foot tree is lighted for the first time. Plus, your family will enjoy live signing of holiday favorites, a holiday market, hot chocolate, s'mores and more.

View this event »

Joyful Concert at COCA

Celebrate the holiday season with Joyful, a festive repertoire of musical theater, pop, traditional and winter favorites from COCA's vocal companies, Allegro and Adagio. Perfect for all ages.

View this event »

$5 Movie Tuesday at Marcus Theatres

Every movie is just $5 on Christmas Day (Dec. 25) and New Year's Day at Marcus Theatre locations throughout the St. Louis metro area. See current blockbusters like Welcome to Marwen, Aquaman and Mary Poppins Returns or Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse for just $5 per person whether it's a post-gift exchange afternoon matinee or an after-dinner late show.

View this event »

Pages

Want daily ideas of things to do? How about special offers & giveaways? Sign up and we’ll handle the rest.

Things to Do

Toddler Tuesday at the World Chess Hall of Fame

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Toddlers and their caregivers are encouraged to experiment with toys and activities that develop motor skills, build language, and support socialization.

View this event »

Tuesday Tails

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Visit the Animal Protective Association (APA) of Missouri for a free story time for preschoolers and help foster their love of animals.

View this event »

Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym

Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym.

View this event »

Storytelling in the Museum

Preschoolers will hear stories and make a craft at this free program at the Missouri History Museum.

View this event »

Museum Babies Storytelling

Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.

View this event »

See All Things to Do

You Might Also Like...

Instructional Soccer Leagues (ISL) at Vetta Sports are a great way for beginner players, Pre-K through high school, to grow in experience, confidence and development in the sport. ISL programs focus on four key building blocks to teach the FUNdamentals of soccer. More experienced players will develop better confidence and improve their skills. Winter Sessions are now enrolling at four Vetta Sports locations! Sign up today! Learn more and view schedules at VettaSports.com/isl

This family film night truly is for everyone! Come to Purina Farms for a showing of Marmaduke shown inside the Gateway Hall inside the Purina Farms Event Center. There will also be an indoor playground and games for kids! Concessions will be available for purchase, or you may bring your own food & drink. Admission is $5 per person. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Dogs are welcome to attend the event, but all activities are geared toward children. Family Night at the Farms: Marmaduke is set for Friday, January 31 beginning at 6 p.m. LEARN MORE AND GET TICKETS

Bring your family to Cardinals Nation every Wednesday night for Family Night with Fredbird! Meet Fredbird from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes! You'll also get lots of great photos! Kids eat FREE per adult meal purchased. (Dine-in only, for kids 12 and under). Make reservations today! LEARN MORE AND GET RESERVATIONS

From Our Sponsors

Popular Stories

Play Street Museum Brings Kid-Sized Fun to The Streets of St. Charles

With its shops and restaurants, The Streets of St. Charles has become the go-to for grown-ups in the region. But now kids have a place here to call their own at Play Street Museum.

Accumulating Children: A Beginner's Guide

The key to successfully going from one, to two, to three kids is really just learning how to determine whose immediate need is more life-threatening. Plus, you stop judging parents who put their kids on leashes.

Don't Let the Cold Slow Down Your Family's Fun! Here are 8 Ways to Play in St. Louis in January

The holidays may be over, but that doesn’t mean your kiddos’ partying days are all wrapped up for the season! With a lineup of can’t-miss celebrations and carnivals packed into every weekend, you can keep the thrills going strong all January even when the gloom and doom of winter try to threaten your family’s fun.

The Monster Under the Bed Isn't Real, But Kids' Fears Can Be

As much as you tell your kids that the monsters under the bed aren't real, kids' fears can be very real to them, and have a major impact on their lives. Here's how to give your kids the tools they need to understand fear and put things that scare them into perspective.