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See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.

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On-Stage Performance Series at The Magic House

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Saturday, June 21, 2025

Saturday, July 12, 2025

From dance to drama to musical performances, The Magic House presents a new On-Stage Performance Series for kids of all ages. Designed to inspire a love of the arts and dramatic play, monthly performances take place at the Story Time Theater or Whitaker Theater inside The Magic House. On-Stage Performances are free with Magic House admission.

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Strawberry Festival at Eckerts

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Sunday, May 11, 2025

Saturday, May 17, 2025

There are more than strawberries (but plenty of those too) at this festival! Kids can enjoy carnival rides, a petting farm, pony rides, the children's play area and lots more.

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Easter Egg-Citement and Flippity Flop Breakfast with the Bunny at Eckert's

Hop on down the bunny trail and fill your basket with fun! Eckert’s Annual Egg Hunt includes animals for petting, tractor rides around the farm, planting seeds to take home, ice a cookie, gifts from the bunny, and a free photo scene with the Easter Bunny.

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Breakfast with the Bunny at the Saint Louis Zoo

Hop into spring by bringing your family for a fun breakfast with the Bunny and other costumed characters at the Saint Louis Zoo. Guests can pose for photos with the bunny, and children 12 and under receive a gift from the bunny's gift basket. Reservations are required.

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Fairy Garden Workshop at Yucandu Art Studio

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Fairy dust and sparkly wings . . . this workshop is filled with magical things! The Fairy Garden Workshop at Yucandu Art Studio comes with tiny plants, pots, pebbles and miniature decorations. Kids can create their magical mini gardens, complete with an extra sparkly touch of fairy magic!

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Youth Easter Egg Hunt in Eureka

Visit the Easter Bunny and hunt for egg at this annual community Easter Egg Hunt in Eureka. Children will be divided into groups by age for the hunts, and a free pancake breakfast will be served.

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Big Truck and Safety Day in Eureka

Kids can explore a collection of big trucks and safety vehicles on display at Eureka High School during Big Truck and Safety Day.

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur

Friday, May 2, 2025

Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.

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Kids Art Night Out

Friday, May 2, 2025

Kids Art Night Out at Yucandu Art Studio features a new creative project each month, ranging from mosaics, to collage, printmaking, glitter, clay and more.

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo

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Storytelling in the Museum from the Missouri History Museum

Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Grandparents Day, Hispanic Heritage Month, and mealtime. Storytelling in the Museum is free.

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All Around the Barn Tour at Suson Park

Friday, May 2, 2025

Friday, June 27, 2025

Friday, July 11, 2025

Meet the animals at Suson Park and learn about their care at the Suson Farm Park Barn Tours.

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