fun things to do with kids in STL

Free Family Night at The Magic House @ MADE for Kids
Friday, April 21, 2023
Friday, May 19, 2023

This 7,000 square-foot makerspace is designed for kids ages 4-14 to play, explore create and collaborate. Visitors have a chance to "paint" on the digital easel, use a pottery wheel to create a clay creation, design for a 3D printer, launch air rockets, build robots and circuits and more!

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Bark 'n Bloom at Purina Farms
Friday, April 7, 2023
Saturday, April 8, 2023

Celebrate the opening of the Purina Farms 2023 season with floral-filled fun for dogs* and their families this April 7 & 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dogs and kids will enjoy photos with Peter Rabbit, petal-inspired crafts, an inflatable bounce house, Incredible Dog Shows, The Bubble Bus, pony rides, games and more! We be-leaf you and your best bud are sure to have a great "thyme!"

 

 

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Earth Day Celebration at The Magic House and MADE for Kids
Saturday, April 22, 2023

The Magic House will be blooming with eco-friendly activities in preparation for Earth Day! Put your green thumbs to work as you plant seeds in planter pods and make your own recycled paper. The Museum's Art Studio and Make-It Workshop will also feature "green" activities that are sure to inspire creativity and environmental responsibility. 

 

 

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Youth Egg Hunt in Vago Park
Saturday, April 8, 2023

Kids ages 10 and under can hunt for eggs, win prizes and meet the Easter Bunny at this egg hunt open to all, held in Vago Park, Maryland Heights. Pre-registration is required. 

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Omnimax Movies at the Saint Louis Science Center

Catch a movie or two at the Saint Louis Science Center's OMNIMAX Theater, where films are shown featuring the IMAX with Laser. This state-of-the-art theater provides the sharpest images, unmatched sound quality and 40% greater color range than traditional theaters. The five-story, 80-foot-diameter dome will fill your entire field of vision providing a truly immersive experience. 

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Water Waddlers Indoor Drop-In Swim

Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym
Friday, March 31, 2023
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Friday, April 7, 2023

Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym. Reservations are not necessary.

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