Introduce your child to opera through a free, 30-minute semi-staged, sensory-friendly performance of Pirates of Penzance from the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. This comic opera is accompanied by piano and includes three mini-workshops: Music & Drama, Character & Movement, and Stage Makeup.
Join Opera Theatre of Saint Louis for a fun and engaging afternoon of opera. Learn about the elements of opera through interactive workshops in singing styles, stage movement and makeup, then see them come to life in an abridged performance of one of the most beloved operas of all time, Mozart's The Magic Flute.
Delight in brilliant, colorful light displays with spectacular photo opportunities throughout the Zoo during Wild Lights. Walk through two tunnels with dazzling lights, and enjoy themed displays featuring snowflakes, candy canes, gumdrops, penguins, polar bears, tigers, giraffes and much more at this St. Louis family-favorite holiday tradition. New this year: Visits with Santa!
The Grinch will arrive on South Grand to spread some holiday cheer and raise funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children. For a $7 donation ($5 with a toy donation), participants can have their photo taken with the Grinch.
Experience the holiday lights at Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park, where you'll find two million beautiful holiday lights and animated displays.
Your family can enjoy a gourmet, festive breakfast buffet complete with a visit from the man of the hour: Santa.
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.