fun things to do with kids in St. Louis

Wee Wednesday at the Saint Louis Art Museum

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Preschool age kids can learn, play, explore and grow at the Saint Louis Art Museum's program for its youngest visitors. Join in on the adventure as little ones discover new ways of interacting with art and each other.

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Spring Training Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo

Saturday, March 14, 2020

Sunday, March 15, 2020

Monday, March 16, 2020

See the amazing sea lions at the Saint Louis Zoo perform for the crowd and cheer them on from the bleachers as the popular Sea Lion Spring Training Shows return.

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Weekend Play Time by Reservation at Play Street Museum

Grab a spot for Weekend Play Time by Reservation at Play Street Museum in St. Charles. Kids and families can explore the museum during these special weekend hours.

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Parent's Night Out at Code NInjas

You can have a night out while your kids are having a blast at Code Ninjas. Kids ages 7-14 will play games, assemble puzzles, build robotics and more. Plus, there will be pizza!

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Little Red Hen Play Group at The Waldorf School of St. Louis

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Children up to six years old are invited to join in a play group at The Waldorf School of St. Louis. Little ones, along with the favorite grown up, will enjoy baking, circle time and free play. Parents can get to know other parents of young children.

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Sensory-Friendly Milk and Cookies with Santa

Milk and cookies with Santa is an annual tradition, and this free event is designed for kids with sensory needs. Milk and Cookies with Santa is free, and for all ages. Registration is requested.

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Opera on the Go Sensory Friendly Performance

Join Opera Theatre of St. Louis for a fun, casual and engaging afternoon of opera tailored toward young people with sensory processing sensitivities.

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Planetarium Campfire Star Stories

Monday, February 24, 2020

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Monday, March 2, 2020

Gather around the campfire and discover the many changes we see when day changes to night throughout the year. At this story time for all ages, you'll hear the seasonal sounds of nature and see stars twinkle across the sky as the wonders of the Earth's cycle are revealed.

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Storytime Theater Presents: The Honest to Goodness Truth

Monday, February 24, 2020

The Honest to Goodness Truth is a story by award-winning black author and St. Louisan Patricia McKissack. The adaptation is by Gregory Carr, a professor at Harris Stowe. This home-grown tale features a smart, confident young woman named Libby who learns a valuable lesson about telling the truth with compassion.

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Storytime at Play Street Museum

Bring your littles to Play Street Museum for its regular storytime, which promoted early literacy and a life-long love of reading.

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Toddler Tinker Time

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Thursday, February 27, 2020

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Bring your little ones to Toddler Tinker Time at The Magic House, MADE for Kids for special experiences designed especially for preschoolers and their parents and caregivers. Toddler Tinker Time is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 am. to noon at The Magic House, MADE for kids. It's free with admission.

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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.

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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

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