Explore science through the magical world of Harry Potter at First Friday: Harry Potter at the Saint Louis Science Center! Participate in wizarding activities and demonstrations, browse Harry Potter-inspired arts and crafts, see magic shows, live owls, photo opportunities, Harry Potter mini masquerade, experience a magical escape room and lots more. Costumes are welcomed.
Admission and most activities are free. Parking is $5 in the Oakland Lot. Member parking is free. Free parking is available at the Forest Park Community College garage and McDonnell Planetarium lot.
6 to 10 p.m. at the Saint Louis Science Center.
More information and a full schedule of activities: slsc.org
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
See the amazing sea lions at the Saint Louis Zoo perform for the crowd and cheer them on from the bleachers as the popular Sea Lion Spring Training Shows return. You'll see these beautiful animals perform flipper walks, ball balancing, Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, lots of splashing and even more surprises!
Daytime Playtime is an open gym for children ages 2-5 where the possibilities for fun and learning (through fun) are endless! Children will participate in activities that build coordination, strength, balance and self-confidence. They'll develop stronger motor skills, social skills, and take part in theme-based creative activities.
This special story is geared to little ones ages 6 months to 2 years with a parent or caregiver. In addition to stories, there will be lap bounces, songs, rhymes and more!