fun things to do with kids in STL

Visitors to the Frog Festival can play games that celebrate the amazing things frogs can do and how we can protect them in our neighborhoods.

These free Thursday morning sessions including storytelling, movement workshops, hands-on activities, scavenger hunts throughout the museum, opportunities to read books to touch therapy dogs and more. 

Let Miss Kelly's give you the night off while your child takes part in many different fun activities, including games, obstacles and challenges!

Want to know what it's like to live in space? Kids ages 6-11 can learn about the different ways astronauts have adapted every day tasks like eating and sleeping in the microgravity of space with special activities. 

Dads and kids can spend the morning creating a picture frame to celebrate Father's Day. 

Circus Flora, St. Louis' original one-ring circus, is now in its 33rd season! This beloved show is an unbelievable mix of excitement, charm, daring, and comedy, all under an intimate Big Top setting. See mesmerizing circus acts, storytellers and performers in this year's show, The Caper in Aisle 6. Daytime and evening shows are on select nights June 6 through 30 with special 10 a.m. performances for young children, a sensory-friendly performance and a special Peanut-Free Preview night for those with nut allergies. 

The Show Me Sweets Edible Art Show brings the fun of a cake, cookie and candy expo to the Midwest. This two-day event includes as-seen-on-TV celebrity cake artists, edible art demonstrations and competition, cupcake decorating for children, hands-on learning classes, booths with local and worldwide industry vendors and suppliers, live Cake Battles, Sweet Taste Competition and more. Admission is free for children.