
The Wabash, Frisco & Pacific Railroad invites you and your kiddos to come ride the train! The Wabash, Frisco & Pacific is a historic, 12-inch gauge live steam train in Glencoe, Missouri, that is open most Sundays for public train rides. Reservations are required.
Bring a blanket and join the St. Louis Public Library for outdoor storytime in Tower Grove Park in conjunction with the Saturday morning Farmer's Market. Meet near the south playground.
Bring a blanket and join the St. Louis Public Library for a free storytime at Francis Park.
Create a photo without a camera at this family workshop at Laumeier Sculpture Park! At Playing with Light, you'll make stripes, spots and watch mysterious shadows appear with the help of chance, luck and happy accidents. Experiment in a darkroom setup while learning about the unique history of camera-less photography and its pioneers.
Strap on your baby carrier and get ready for an adventure at Nature Babies. These free, 45-minute programs are designed for ages 12 weeks to 2 years and includes outdoor and sensory activities as well as a short group hike.
Come to the Wildwood YMCA for the Halloween Wildwalk, where your family can walk through the haunted garden, participate in a costume contest, enjoy food trucks and a DJ playing festive music, and take home candy & other giveaways from local businesses.
Bring a blanket and join in on a morning storytime in beautiful Forest Park. These outdoor storytimes take place on Thursday mornings through October 28 in the Anne O'C. Albrecht Nature Playscape Meadow area.
Visit the Animal Protective Association (APA) of Missouri for a free story time for preschoolers and help foster their love of animals. Kids will learn about caring for our four-legged friends as well as be entertained by fun stories and make a craft. They'll even meet a furry friend! Geared to ages 2-5.
Children ages 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to join in the Little Red Hen Playdate at The Waldorf School of St. Louis. You and your child will get to bake bread, a weekly occurrence in the school's early childhood education program, listen to stories, join in circle time filled with songs, rhymes, and movement, and explore the outdoors in the mini meadow.
The Magic House now offers a virtual art experience for children – multi-sensory Virtual Petite Picasso classes. Classes are taught live from the Art Studio at The Magic House, and a different art activity is featured each week.
Bring your family to Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar on select Wednesday nights this off season for Family Night with Fredbird! Meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes! Kids 12 and under eat free per adult meal purchased.
Bring your little ones to Toddler Tinker Time at The Magic House for special experiences designed for preschoolers. Families will enjoy hands-on activities and private playtime in select exhibit areas like Wonder Works, the STEAM Center, and Xavier Riddle. Recommended for ages 1 to 5.