HealthFest, held at the Saint Louis Science Center, is a one-day event featuring educational booths from a variety of area health professionals and health-related organizations. They'll offer free information, health screenings for all ages, giveaways and more.
Hands-on activities increase awareness and understanding of technology’s use in health and wellness. Community educators inform visitors about current health-related issues and research, services available to the community, and careers in health-related fields.
Hold a real human brain, learn about its amazing feats, and discover its secrets in the Amazing Brain Carnival!
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Saint Louis Science Center. Free.
More information: slsc.org
Get into the Halloween spirit with some spooky fun and celebrate with the animals at Grant's Farm. Enjoy Halloween tram rides featuring Halloween lights, spooky scenes, live actors, scare zones, a Halloween-themed show, monster mash party and more. Costumes are encouraged.
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.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
Free outdoor concerts are back at the Missouri History Museum. The May series of concerts features favorite bands, food trucks, and exhibits inside the museum that are open to the public on concert nights. Concerts are held from 6-8 p.m.
Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1and up can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!