Many St. Louis family attractions have re-opened 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.
fun things to do with kids in St. Louis
Rise and Shine with Butterflies at the Butterfly House
In October, the Butterfly House becomes the BOOterfly House! Join in on a unique experience at the Butterfly House where guests get to release a butterfly into the conservatory.
Halloween Workshops at Yucandu Art Studio
Friday, October 23, 2020
Friday, October 30, 2020
Kids in 1st through 5th grade can choose from three different fun evenings of spooky crafts, popcorn and cider. Parents can drop off their kids and enjoy an evening out. Enrollment is limited.
Trucks & Tails: A Virtual Experience from Purina Farms
Don't miss this once-a-year favorite from Purina Farms! Trucks & Tails is going virtual this year to give your kids a first-hand look inside some of their favorite trucks, let them "meet" a wide variety of dogs and learn how trucks and working dogs have long been perfect pairings to accomplish many important tasks.
Family Workshop: Birds on the Move at Laumeier Sculpture Park
Learn about birds, their migratory patterns and how weather affects their travel from experts at the Missouri Department of Conservation during this family workshop. Families will then print, paint and collage as a team to create a beatiful piece of upcycled, mixed media wall art.
Homecoming Evening Parade in Manchester
When life gives you lemons, have a parade! Manchester, Missouri will hold an evening Homecoming Parade on Sept. 12 and all are welcome. The Theme is "When Life Gives You Lemons." The parade kicks off at approximately 7 p.m. at Schroeder Park and will proceed through Manchester.
Play Street Museum's Craft Co. Pop Up Art Studio for Kids
Visit Play Street Museum's newest attraction – the Pop-Up Art Studio! In the studio, kids can focus on process art, which allows children to develop their own creations. Process art is more about the creation, imagination, and development rather than the final art projects.
Camp MEHS Family Camp Out
Animal rescue doesn't stop in the face of a global pandemic, and the Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) is offering a way for families to have fun and support animals in need at the same time. Camp MEHS on September 5 will feature a take home "camp" kit for families, including t-shirts and bandanas to tie dye, crafts, s'mores kits, Chef's Shoppe popcorn, Annie's Bow Wow Cups, smoothies from Source Juicery, Four Muddy Paws goodies for your four-legged friends, beverages for adults and kids, and more.
