
Celebrate the reopening of the new riverfront beneath the Gateway Arch at Picnic on the Riverfront, St. Louis' largest-ever community picnic.
During the event on Thursday, June 2, picnickers can experience the first stage of the Arch ground’s historic transformation project, which will make it easier and safer to access and visit the landmark, its museum and its attractions. The renovation includes new biking and pedestrian paths separate from the roadway, all-new lighting, and new amenities, such as benches, power outlets and a street-level stage – all while preserving the area’s historic elements. The majority of the landscaping will be finished in the fall, with the rest of the renovation project to be completed in 2017.
“Picnic on the Riverfront” features a variety of family-friendly events after the public grounds ribbon-cutting at 5 p.m., including an interfaith blessing, music from pianist Ethan Leinwand as well as Good 4 the Soul, kids’ educational activities, and a fireworks display at 8:30. Bring your own picnic basket or build your meal from a number of St. Louis’s favorite food trucks before taking a walk or bike trip around the new grounds.
Learn more in our feature story or at cityarchriver.org
Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring Chinese cultural performances, music, art, and history while enjoying authentic cuisine at Chinese Culture Days at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
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.
Don't be late for this very important date! the Fancy Tea Party at the Butterfly House will have you feeling fancy and acting silly while celebrating mommies, grammies and aunties. Bring your kiddos to enjoy tasty treats, delightful drinks, fun crafts and more.
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
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.