fun things to do with kids in STL

Kids ages 3-5 can explore the fanciful world of Mother Goose and her friends through ballet at this free story time with dancing and movement.

COCAPlay is a series of free art classes designed to help your little ones stretch their creative muscles. Stay for a few minutes or stay the whole time. 

Enjoy a scenic ride along the Meramec River in the mini train of the Wabash & Frisco Railroad. Trains pulled by historic live steam locomotives and diesels will take you on a 30-minute journey that travels just over two miles through the trees and along the bluffs of the Meramec River Valley.

Learn the basics of SCUBA with your kids! Ages 10 and up can participate in Discover SCUBA.

Head to O'Fallon's newest park for the all-new Fall Into the Arts festival, featuring artists, vendor booths, live music, food vendors, wine and craft beer vendors, and free, hands-on art activities.

South Grand Chalk Walk invites everyone – all ages and all abilities – to come together to make art or watch art being created. Enjoy fresh air, prizes, live music and fun activities for kids. 

Participants age 6 to 16 will train with some of the best ninjas in the world and get to try some of the same obstacles seen on the television show. These include the jumping spider, salmon ladder and a four-level warped wall.