Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.
Take in a cosmic musical extravaganza when special guests join the St. Louis Symphony against a backdrop of incredible projections in the James. S. McDonnell Planetarium.
The beloved children's Planetarium show that the whole family can enjoy, The Little Star That Could, celebrates the 30th anniversary of its premiere, and you and your little ones are invited to celebrate at this special birthday pajama party.
Celebrate the full Harvest Moon by getting a closer look at our nearest neighbor in space through public telescope viewing designed for families (weather permitting).
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Pluto's status as a dwarf planet with star shows and fun family activities throughout the day.
The Planetarium's star shows will focus on Pluto and NASA's New Horizon's mission.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the James S. McDonnel Planetarium in Forest Park.
More information: slsc.org
Join the Saint Louis Science Center and members of the St. Louis Astronomical Society for fun astronomy activities for all ages.
You can learn about telescopes and how you can begin exploring the stars on your own, and, if the weather permits, take part in solar observing near the Planetarium entrance.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All activities are free.
More information: slsc.org
Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, meet the wonderful bird ambassadors of the World Bird Sanctuary up close and much more.
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow! Animals Aglow returns to illuminate the Saint Louis Zoo for the second year with dozens of new, towering lanterns and light displays.
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.