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Haunted Hayrides & Trunk or Treat in Valley Park

There is something for the whole family at the Valley Park Halloween Haunted Hayride and Trunk or Treat. In addition to hayrides, kids can enjoy the Bubble Bus, face painting, a costume contest, trunk or treat, a pumpkin patch maze, caramel apples, free hot dogs & chips, free pumpkins (while supplies last), kettle corn, and a Halloween movie too! 

 

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Eat and Treat at Chesterfield Amphitheater

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of eats from more than a dozen local food trucks and treats for kids, including Halloween bags and trick-or-treating. There will also be live music, photo opportunities, and appearances from Fredbird and Louie the St. Louis Blues mascot. Proceeds benefit Maryville University's Kids Rock Cancer.

 

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Your Ultimate List of Halloween Fun Across the St. Louis Area

It would be hard to find a city more enthusiastic about celebrating Halloween family-style than St. Louis. New parents across the metro area quickly learn to secure costumes early in October so their kids (and in some cases dogs too!) can take advantage of all the family-friendly Halloween events happening in the spookiest month. Whether you're looking for trick-or-treating, Trunk or Treat events, parades, parties, story telling or jamborees, you'll find it in our ultimate list of St. Louis Halloween events. For convenience, we've listed events by date. And, please note, some events require pre-registration or advance tickets. Are you ready for some not-so-scary, St. Louis-style Halloween fun?

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Balloonacy

Balloonacy is a sensory-friendly, live show that tells the story of a grown-up who discovers child-like imagination and wonder with the help of a red balloon. Designed for young audiences, it's a perfect introduction to live theater. 

 

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Boo Bash in Strauss Park

Celebrate Halloween in Strauss Park with a bounce house, trick-or-treating, a bounce house, lots of kid-friendly spooky fun, and the Cardinals Nation food truck. Wear your costumes and say boo!

 

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Rockwood Thunder Open House

Last year, nearly 1,000 girls hit the courts with Rockwood Thunder camps, clinics, programs and teams. If you have a child interested in volleyball, Rockwood Thunder is the place for you.

 

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Fenton Days

This old-fashioned community festival includes a parade, food trucks, The Bubble Bus, reptile exhibit, the RAWR Roaming Dinosaur, balloon creations, kids' games, live music, a petting zoo and more. 

 

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Soccer for All

Kids with and without special needs are invited to attend this free soccer clinic to learn skills and practice the game. The youth-led clinic will provide one-on-one skills training and focus on recreational exercise and having fun. Kids on the autism spectrum, with Down Syndrome, or any unique needs are welcome along with their siblings and friends. 

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Your Talented Teen Can Shine on the Fox Stage

Talented teens from across the region can strut their stuff on stage and get one step closer to stardom. Now through Dec. 1, any local high schooler with a penchant for performing can apply for the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation’s St. Louis Teen Talent Competition, culminating in a live event on the Fox stage in April.

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St. Charles Riverfest
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Sunday, July 6, 2025

Riverfest 2025 features fireworks over the river, a carnival, live music, craft and food vendors, and lots of fun kids activities.

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