Many St. Louis family attractions are open 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 a mask, practice social distancing and wash your hands frequently.
fun things to do with kids in STL
Pumpkin Fest at Babler State Park
Gather up your family, wear your Halloween costumes and celebrate all things pumpkin at the Pumpkin Fest in Babler State Park. There will be pumpkin painting, field games, scarecrows, s'mores and more!
Saturday Night Movies at the Ballwin Ballpark
Stop in to the Ballwin Ballpark for a free drive-in movie! There will be designed parking spots and attendees can sit outside next to their vehicles on the passenger side. Masks are required outside of personal vehicles unless eating or drinking.
Autumn with the Animals at the Saint Louis Zoo
Enjoy a wallk around the Zoo and see some of your favorite animals this autumn! Fall into the season with fall themed apple spiced specialty food and drinks, and craft activities for kids. Even the animals will get to enjoy some apple treats with special autumn themed enrichment. Free, timed tickets are required.
Slime Time at Play Street Museum
Attention little mad scientists! It's Slime Time at Play Street Museum! In addition to two hours of awesome playtme, you'll get to create your own batch of slippery, gooey slime!
Mini Pumpkin Painting
Enjoy a fun family Halloween activity just before the spooky holiday and paint mini pumpkins at the Brentwood Community Center. Each participants age 2 and up will get their own mini pumpkin to paint and take home.
Folklife Festival at Thornhill
The Folklife Festival at Thornhill celebrates the bicentennial of Thornhill and focuses on the crafts and events of the years leading up to Missouri statehood. Enjoy the sites and sounds of the era with demonstrations of daily life, and the opportunity to learn about the people who shaped early Missouri history.
Autumn Outdoor Fest
Visit downtown Kirkwood for the Autumn Outdoor Fest on September 19. There will be live music, and many businesses will feature specials and sidewalk sales.
