Missouri Botanical Garden

Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden

More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.

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Garden Glow Family Nights at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Visit one of the most dazzling holiday light displays in the Midwest on these special Family Nights when children's tickets are just $3.

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Best of Missouri Market

The Best of Missouri Market at the Missouri Botanical Garden features more than 80 vendors offering handcrafted items, locally produced food, native plants and more, plus a Kid's Corner with farm animals, pumpkin decorating, an instrument petting zoo and more.

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The BOOterfly House: Bewitching Bugs and Botanicals at The Butterfly House

The Butterfly House becomes The BOOterfly House in October to celebrate all things creepy and crawly. Kids can hang out with Professor Von Flytrap and his friends in the Creepy Crawly Cave and have lots of hair-raising fun.

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Bug Ball

Step into the wonder and beauty of butterflies, insects, spiders and their many-legged friends at the Bug Ball.

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Autism Friendly Family Night at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Enjoy the beautiful sights at the Missouri Botanical Garden at this autism-friendly family night. Your whole family can explore, discover and experience hands-on activities, including fun in the Children's Garden, in a secure environment.

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Chinese Culture Days at the Missouri Botanical Garden

A 70-foot dragon and lion dances open this springtime celebration that includes a Grand Parade and acrobats, theater, martial arts, traditional artwork, tea ceremonies and authentic regional cuisine.

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Storybook Walk at Chesterfield's Central Park

Experience an outdoor nature adventure with a literary twist! Chesterfield's Central Park is home to the Storybook Walk, where you can take your kids for an educational nature walk centered around a favorite children's book.

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Owl Prowl at the World Bird Sanctuary

Come over to the dark side and meet the amazing birds that exist by moonlight. Owl Prowls are an opportunity for families to learn about owls from the naturalists at the World Bird Sanctuary.

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym

Friday, January 28, 2022

Saturday, January 29, 2022

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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Virtual Program: Music & Movement

Friday, January 28, 2022

Saturday, February 12, 2022

Thursday, February 24, 2022

Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this virtual Music & Movement class for ages 2-6.

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Open Play by Reservation at Play Street Museum

Friday, January 28, 2022

Reserve your spot for a limited-capacity playtime at Play Street Museum and bring your kids to get their wiggles out! Play is offered in 90 minute sessions and occupancy will be limited during each session.

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