Summer Expo 2026

Sunday, February 1, 2026

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Plan your child's summer at the biggest Summer Camp Expo in the St. Louis area, featuring 70+ local and regional summer camps offering day- and sleep-away camp experiences all across the St. Louis region and beyond. Bring your kids and learn about a wide variety of summer learning and summer fun opportunities for kids of all ages. The Summer Expo is presented by Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed, sponsored by STL Parent and STL Camps, and is open to all families from any school district across the St. Louis metro area.

Admission is free! 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Parkway West High School in Ballwin.

Stop by the STL Camps booth at the entrance for fun giveaways and a very special guest to entertain your kids!

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STL Camps, part of STL Parent, is proud to once again sponsor the Summer Expo. See you on February 1!

Bookmark our 2026 Summer Camp Guide at stlcamps.com! Our guide is searchable for your child's age, interests, camp dates, camp location, and even before- and after-care options. It's easy, fast, fun and free to plan your child's summer with STL Camps, available 24/7 on any device! We add new camps every week, so check back often.

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