Does your child love baking and decorating? Do they think they are the Next Great Baker? Do they love watching cake decorating shows on Netflix or Food Network? Come and see industry celebrities who have been on Cake Wars, Cupcake Wars, Sugar Rush, Nailed It and more!
The Show Me Sweets Edible Art Show brings the fun of a cake, cookie and candy expo to the Midwest. This two-day event includes as-seen-on-TV celebrity cake artists, edible art demonstrations and competition, cupcake decorating for children, hands-on learning classes, booths with local and worldwide industry vendors and suppliers, live Cake Battles, Sweet Taste Competition and more. Children have free admission! Young children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Children up to age 12 can compete for free in the decorated cupcake competition. They can also decorate a cupcake to eat on site or bring home for later. Participate in the Little Baker Fashion Show for added fun!
The Show Me Sweets Edible Art Show will be held July 13 and 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. Charles Convention Center. General admission for adults is $13.95 for a one-day pass and $24.50 for a weekend pass. Children are free with a paying adult.
More information and tickets: showmesweets.com
Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow! Animals Aglow returns to illuminate the Saint Louis Zoo for the second year with dozens of new, towering lanterns and light displays.
Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!
Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym is an opportunity for any child to have supervised free play in the gym. They can work on existing skills, try something new, or simply play around. It is completely up to them! Open Gym is open to both members and non-members ages 12 and under.
Sensory-Friendly Nights are for guests with sensory sensitivities and their families. These special nights will mirror the traditional Animals Aglow experience and will include sensory maps, quiet zones and trained Zoo staff to assist individuals with sensory sensitivities.