Leapin' Lizards! Kids will have a wild time when The Magic House plays host to creatures big and small, from a mighty python to a tiny gecko!
Squirmy, Slimy, Scaly, Slithery Creatures Kids Love lets kids get up close and personal with a variety of reptiles, big and small, and learn more about these extraordinary creatures. Educational reptile experiences will be presented by the Saint Louis Zoo, the St. Louis Herpetological Society and the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy a thrilling presentation by herpetologist Serengeti Steve and his reptile experience, featuring some of his favorite critters and loads of audience participation.
Squirmy, Slimy, Scaly, Slithery Creatures Kids Love is free with Magic House admission.
Saturday, August 16, with presentations taking place at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. at The Magic House.
More information: magichouse.org
Delight in brilliant, colorful light displays with spectacular photo opportunities throughout the Zoo during Wild Lights. Walk through two tunnels with dazzling lights, and enjoy themed displays featuring snowflakes, candy canes, gumdrops, penguins, polar bears, tigers, giraffes and much more at this St. Louis family-favorite holiday tradition. New this year: Visits with Santa!
Experience the holiday lights at Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park, where you'll find two million beautiful holiday lights and animated displays.
More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.
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!
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.