Many St. Louis family attractions are open with limited capacity and enhanced safety protocols for visitors and staff. Many are hosting virtual and socially distanced events, which you'll find in our Things To Do calendar. Public health experts recommend that when you go out, follow public health guidelines: wear masks (required in St. Louis City and County), practice social distancing and wash your hands frequently.

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8 Essential Events for St. Louis Families in December

In addition to all of the fabulous holiday events around town, December is packed with plenty of other fun activities to keep your family busy in between shopping, wrapping and baking. Here are some of our picks for making memories this month:

Sensory Saturday at the Saint Louis Zoo

The Wild Wonder Outpost Discovery Room at the Saint Louis Zoo welcomes kids with sensory processing issues with dimmer lighting, reduced sound and sensory-break area with self-regulating tools, pillows and other accomodations.

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Family Science Night

Enjoy an evening packed with science experiences for the whole family.

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Goopy Science

It's time to have some ishy, squishy science fun and get messy at this free workshop for ages 3-6.

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Preschool Percussion

Preschoolers can use their imaginations and make music with all sorts of fun objects at this free workshop.

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Rec or Treat

Explore the Renaud Spirit Center for Halloween treats, and lots of fun activities, like slime making, crafts, games, balloon artists, inflatables and prizes. You can also meet Toy Story's Woody and Jessie and see the movie Toy Story of Terror!

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Family Ghoulish Party and Movie Spooktacular

Families can enjoy games, Halloween activities, a costume contest, a hay maze and giveaways. Every pre-registered child age 14 and under will receive their own pumpkin.

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Winterfest

Thursday, November 26, 2020

The magical sights of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation's Winterfest return to downtown St. Louis this holiday season! Kiener Plaza will transform into a dazzling wonderland featuring more than 70,000 lights in the park's trees, complementing the breathtaking backdrop of the Gateway Arch and Old Courthouse.

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Wonderlight's Christmas in St. Louis

Thursday, November 26, 2020

Wonderlight's Christmas in St. Louis is a dazzling display of Christmas lights synchronized to traditional and newer, rocking music, played through your car stereo. At this drive-through experience, you'll see shooting stars, floating snowflakes, dancing candy canes and lollipops, giant Christmas trees and five enchanting tunnels of lights.

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Explore Purina Farms: Responsible Pet Care

Purina Farms is bringing the best of the farm to your home every week! You can virtually explore Purina Farms through videos featuring the animals, dog trainers and others who work there, as well as the pets who work and play at Purina Farms every day. Each day of the week features videos on a variety of topics including animal connections, training tips and responsible pet care advice for kids.

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Books and Butterflies

Friday, November 27, 2020

Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Experience this storytelling adventure at The Butterfly House. Your little ones will enjoy fun storytime readings with some very special guests. Books and Butterflies is included with Butterfly House admission. Reading are posted on Facebook for virtual visitors.

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Visit Play Street Museum for Weekend Playtime by Reservation, Open Play by Reservation and Private Play Dates! Private Play Dates, Open Play by Reservation, and Weekend Playtime feature limited occupancy, plenty of time between sessions to allow for cleaning, and other safety protocols that let you and your kids focus on the FUN. These safe and imaginative play opportunities allow children to express themselves, learn to problem solve, develop confidence, explore, and refine social skills, all in a space designed to inspire imaginations and cultivate creativity! LEARN MORE AND RESERVE YOUR SPOT

The Magic House is offering the opportunity to enjoy private playtime in a special exhibit area of The Magic House or MADE for Kids before opening to the public! You choose the location and up to 10 family members or friends to enjoy your private morning. Stay and play after in the rest of the museum.

Private Playtime is offered on Saturday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. and Sundays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Each booking is for up to 10 people. Additional guests may pay regular admission upon arrival, up to a 25 visitor maximum. Cost is $100 per rental.

Reservations must be made online in advance at magichouse.org

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