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At The Magic House's Fairy Tale Tea, aspiring princes and princesses will have the opportunity to dine on fine pastries and fruit, make a bejeweled tiara or crown to take home and enjoy a short, live production of Cinderella. They can also meet Cinderella, Prince Charming and the Fairy Godmother! Reservations are required.

Return to Hogwarts once more and explore the science of our favorite wizarding world. Shop from local artists and crafters, journey through the building on a special mission, and learn how chemistry connects to Harry Potter with special guest Dr. Rebecca Lai. See Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix at the end of the evening.

Preschool age kids can learn, play, explore and grow at the Saint Louis Art Museum's program for its youngest visitors. Join in on the adventure as little ones discover new ways of interacting with art and each other. 

Grab a spot for Weekend Play Time by Reservation at Play Street Museum in St. Charles. Kids and families can explore the museum during these special weekend hours.

Developed by Jazz at Lincoln Center, WeBop is an early-childhood jazz education program for ages 3 to 5 that invites families to stomp, strut and swing to the joyous rhythms of jazz. Pre-registration is required for this free trial class. 

Some of the best things in life are free! The Magic House holds Emerson Free Family Nights every third Friday of the month from 5:30 pm to 8 pm.

Kids ages 2-6 will have fun riding the Carousel in Faust Park, making a craft and hearing an original story from Aunt Peggy, a local author and retired school teacher.

Join family and friends for dinner al fresco at local parks, where the menus are mobile and the setting is beautiful.

The Taste of Maplewood Street festival brings together foodies, shoppers and music lovers to enjoy the bites, sights and sounds of Maplewood. The festival includes live entertainment from two stages, children's activities, and local restaurants and retailers offering food, drinks, and specialties.

Prizes will be awarded for the smallest fish, largest fish and first fish. There will also be other fun family activities like face painting, cotton candy and a Rock 'n Reptile show. Pre-registration is required.

This fantastic egg hunt is one of the largest in St. Louis and benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Gateway Chapter. More than 80,000 eggs will be hidden in Queeny Park. Family passes are $12 in advance and $15 on the day of the hunt. 

Visit the newest interactive reading experience for kids in the St. Louis area – Barks N Books Reading Day at Purina Farms! This free book reading features USO therapy dog Maverick and gives your kids the opportunity to read to them. Reservations are not necessary.