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Storytelling in the Museum: Grateful for Grandparents

Preschoolers are invited to bring their grandparents to this special story time at the Missouri History Museum.

COCA Presents Series Opens a World of Exploration for Young Theatre-Goers

A theater seat is more than a chair. It’s a vessel that launches children to new worlds and toward new experiences. For COCA, this trip is about to take off once again. Beginning in October, COCA will spotlight its 2017/2018 COCA Presents season, created for St. Louis families and featuring beloved musicals, national touring dance troupes and energy-infused concerts.

Preschool Science: Cartography

At Cartography, preschoolers will learn about unlocking the codes with maps and map making so they know how to get from here to there.

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Family Movie Night at the Firehouse

Grab your golden ticket and join Metro West Firefighters at Movie Night at the Firehouse benefiting Circle of Concern Food Pantry. Doors open at 6 p.m. for a screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Arrive early to see fire trucks and police cars. Registration is recommended.

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St. Louis Greek Festival

Enjoy one of St. Louis' oldest festivals and plenty of fantastic food at the St. Louis Greek Festival held over Labor Day weekend.

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8 Essential Events for St. Louis Families in September

School is back in session, but there is still a great deal of family fun to be had throughout St. Louis before the leaves begin to fall. Here are our top picks for family-friendly events in September:

Get Rooted in GROW at the Saint Louis Science Center

Come out to the outdoor GROW exhibit to enjoy fun activities that focus on plant roots, including root beer floats! Families can explore root imaging, grab some root selfies and take a look at the inner workings of plants captured using the only plant x-ray scanner in the country.

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IKEA End of Summer Celebration with Fredbird

Not only will kids eat free, they'll get to meet Fredbird, visit the Enchanted Village to take pictures with princesses and superheroes and brush up on sports skills at this end-of-summer/ back-to-school event at IKEA St. Louis from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Metro Theater Company’s New Season Encourages Kids to Write Their Own Story

In our technology-infused world where video games, TV and smartphones are vying for your children’s interest, live theater grabs their attention and holds on tight. When the stories they’re told help them make tough choices, connect to others, and learn how to navigate this topsy-turvy world we live in, it adds an extra level of excitement to each performance. Starting Sept. 18, Metro Theater Company will launch its 45^th season with three incredible plays to both entertain and inspire young theatergoers.

Dinosaur Train Breakfast

Guest will spend the morning with Buddy as they enjoy a dino-mite breakfast, have The Magic House all to themselves and experience some private playtime in the new Dinosaur Train exhibit.

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Updated: Best Places to Watch the Solar Eclipse in St. Louis

Schools are rapidly preparing lesson plans and viewings, but for families with kids younger than school age, there are a number of viewing events throughout the area that you can attend.

Ozark Rocks Offers the Ultimate Educational Getaway for Kids and Parents

If you’re like many St. Louisans, you made the pilgrimage to Johnson’s Shut-ins and Elephant Rocks state parks this summer for a little outdoor fun. In the middle of swimming, hiking and climbing, you probably glanced over the information plaques in passing before your attention was snatched away by your kid shouting, “Look at me, mom!” from the edge of the cliffs. But what if you and your child had time to delve deep into Missouri’s rich geological history? To see these iconic landmarks not just as recreational getaways, but as pages in a natural scrapbook of our state’s prehistoric past?

Family Campout

Celebrate the great outdoors at this family campout complete with s'mores at beautiful Ferris Park.

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Movie in the Park: Field of Dreams

Kick off fall with a free movie in on the ball field in Vlasis Park.

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Friday Fun Night at Sweetology

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to Friday Fun Night where they'll take part in instructor-guided cake, cupcake and cookie decorating, enjoy pizza, juice, crafts and games.

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The Boy Who Snared the Sun

See a free on-stage presentation of The Boy Who Snared the Sun performed by Monkey Tales Theatre, perfect for ages 3-12.

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Des Peres Cinema Series: The Incredibles

Bring you kids to see an outdoor movie at The Lodge outdoor pool parking lot.

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Harvest Festival at Laumeier Sculpture Park

The 2017 Harvest Festival celebrates the best Autumn has to offer: delicious fall foods from St. Louis' top restaurants, a farmer's market featuring fresh local produce, locally made arts and crafts, kids' activities, live music and all of the season's splendor in Laumeier's beautiful outdoor setting.

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Parks Food Truck Fest at Laumeier

Eat to your heart's content from some of St. Louis' favorite food trucks at this special event at Laumeier Sculpture Park. Admission is free.

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Superhero Obstacle Course

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Pumpkin Jamboree at Eckerts

Ride the wagons out to the pumpkin patch to search for your great pumpkin, live entertainment, pony rides, a petting farm, funnel cakes, caramel apples and lots of activities for kids.

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Not-So-Haunted House at The Magic House

It's the Not-So-Haunted House that is oh-so-fun, where storybook characters come alive! Kids are invited to dress in their most "boo-tiful" Halloween costumes and have a ghoulishly good time going on a spook-tacular scavenger hunt throughout The Magic House to find trick-or-treat locations and seeing their favorite storybook characters.

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Halloween Nights at Grant's Farm

Get into the Halloween spirit with some spooky fun and celebrate with the animals at Grant's Farm. Enjoy Halloween tram rides featuring Halloween lights, spooky scenes, live actors, scare zones, a Halloween-themed show, monster mash party and more. Costumes are encouraged.

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Science Spooktacular at the Saint Louis Science Center

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Science gets spooky at the Saint Louis Science Center's Halloween Science Spooktacular! Get ready for science thrills at this no-cost, candy-free event packed with Halloween-themed festivities for the entire family.

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Pumpkin Glow in Historic St. Charles

Saturday, October 25, 2025

At the Historic St. Charles Pumpkin Glow you and your family can bask in the glow of carved pumpkins throughout the historic district while the merchants along Main Street stay open late to offer scary good deals, and the street will be illuminated with hundreds of eerily glowing pumpkins. Costumes are encouraged, but this is not a trick or treating event.

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Take Your Kids on a Trip Through Time: History Exploration Days at the Missouri History Museum

Each day, the Missouri History Museum immerses kids in the stories of St. Louis, written over hundreds of years and told through hands-on exhibits, fun-filled activities, and special family-focused events. During the school year, young history buffs of all ages can take an unforgettable journey to our city’s past with a special monthly adventure designed just for them! The Museum’s highly-anticipated History Exploration Days, starting back up this September, lets kids engage with history in creative and unexpected ways and discover how those who came before us continue to impact their lives today.

Your Guide to the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra's New Season of Concerts for Kids and Families

Whether kids are exploring the savannahs of Simba’s kingdom or traveling through the Marvel Universe, their adventures are set to an incredible live soundtrack that inspires a lifelong love of music. Here is your guide to the 2025-26 St. Louis Symphony Orchestra concerts for kids and families (and teens!).

Want Your Kids to Learn? Teach Them It’s Okay to Make Mistakes

It’s normal for parents to want to protect their children from failure. It’s also normal to want them to achieve, win, and do their best. But here’s the truth: We don’t learn anything new without making mistakes. I’ll say it again. Making mistakes is a crucial step in learning. If we’re fearful of making mistakes, learning comes to a screeching halt.

Miriam Celebrates Neurodiversity, Supports Unique Learners

At Miriam School, students with complex learning differences are supported and celebrated as they grow academically, socially and emotionally. Miriam provides a tailored educational experience for learners in grades K-12 who have not found success in traditional classroom settings. Students’ challenges may stem from specific learning disabilities (i.e. dyslexia or dysgraphia), ADHD, level 1 autism, sensory processing disorder, anxiety, or speech and language disorders.

7 Signs Your Kids Are Ready For Their First Sleepaway Camp

It’s time to decide whether to send your kids to sleepaway camp, but how do you know that's the right thing to do? How can you tell whether your kids are ready for their first extended stay away from home? Here are 7 important signs that experts say should inform your decision.

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Something BIG just landed in Maryland Heights…

Say hello to Ninja Central – a one-of-a-kind movement space where kids run, jump, climb, and soar toward strength, agility, and unshakable confidence. This isn’t your average gym. This is next-level ninja –built from scratch with purpose, passion, and a whole lot of heart. How did it all happen? Because one person had the courage to dream big. Ray Overmann, founder of the non-profit Team Central, saw a need - a space where kids could move freely, build real strength, and feel like superheroes in their own story. Now that dream is real, right here in our community.

Ninja Central opens November 15th. Come be part of something BIG.

Attend the Community Sneak Peek, a free event for families to meet our staff, tour the gym, and test out all the amazing Ninja equipment. Reserve your spot here!

Find yourself at Forsyth on Sunday, October 26, 3–5 p.m., for the All-School Open House—perfect for families with candidates for any and every grade! Hear from Rob Butler, Head of School, before touring Forsyth's unique campus and connecting with teachers and current families in the classrooms. Visit The Rand Center for Performing Arts & Athletics to see the Adventure Center (featuring a climbing wall and high ropes course) in action. Forsyth School fosters a spirit of curiosity and joy, empowering children age 2 through Grade 6 to pursue challenges with confidence. Advance registration is required.

The College School in Webster Groves invites you to our Open House on Saturday, November 15 at 9 AM—a chance to experience our hands-on, heart-engaged approach to Preschool–8th Grade. At TCS, learning is active and meaningful: students investigate real questions, collaborate with peers, and apply ideas in the classroom and outdoors. In close-knit classes, teachers know each child and shape challenges that are appropriately rigorous and joyful. Our approach grows lasting capacities—creative problem-solving, empathy, communication, and the courage to try, learn, and try again—timeless skills that serve students in any future. During Open House, you’ll meet educators, explore our campus, and learn more about our vibrant community. Come see how dynamic academics and outdoor adventure work together to spark a lifelong love of learning and a sense of purpose. Reserve your spot here. We look forward to meeting you!

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