
Tucked away from view, the Chinese Garden at the Missouri Botanical Garden may be easy to pass by, but this special garden is well worth the stop.
Great Green Adventures are drop-in activities that explore a special part of the Missouri Botanical Garden each month on the third Saturday. Kids will learn about plants, nature and green living through hands-on activities, journaling, stories and games.
Great Green Adventures are designed for ages 6–12. Adults may accompany up to three children. Younger siblings may attend.
• 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
• No pre-registration needed
• $3 per child (with Garden admission)
• Free for Garden members
Meet at the Children’s Garden Ticket Fort. At the Missouri Botanical Garden.
More information: mobot.org
The city of O’Fallon, Mo., throws a fantastic, family-friendly celebration at the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex over the 4th of July holiday weekend.
Year after year, Webster Groves Community Days continues to be one of the largest Independence Day community celebrations in the area, including one of the most popular 4th of July parades.
Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, macaws speak the English language and much more at the WOW! Amazing Animal Show at the World Bird Sanctuary. Every program showcases different animals so each day is a new experience.
Riverfest 2025 features fireworks over the river, a carnival, live music, craft and food vendors, and lots of fun kids activities.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.