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Enjoy an evening packed with science experiences for the whole family.
It's time to have some ishy, squishy science fun and get messy at this free workshop for ages 3-6.
Preschoolers can use their imaginations and make music with all sorts of fun objects at this free workshop.
Kids will journey into the realm of animals with zoo naturalist Dianne Moran and live animals to enhance the experience.
Little ones will learn about animal sounds in the wild and the science of the sea at this free program presented by Mad Science of St. Louis.
Preschoolers will take a romp through the wonderful world of sounds based on Dr. Seuss' "Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You?"
Kids can learn how a botanist works as they use tools to dissect flowers and explore how flowers benefit the world.
It's the food truck event that started them all! Local food trucks gather for an evening of friends, fun, live music and plenty of great food at Sauce Food Truck Fridays. St. Louis' favorite mobile restaurants will be dishing out fresh fare and local brews in Tower Grove Park.
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.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
Young visitors and their families are invited to the Energy Stage to enjoy interactive read-alouds of science-themed picture books. Story times are followed by a short demonstration or discussion connected to the book's main concepts.
Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!