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Learn about native birds of prey through a demonstration and flight show by the World Bird Sanctuary.

Families can enjoy games, Halloween activities, a costume contest, a hay maze and giveaways. Every pre-registered child age 14 and under will receive their own pumpkin.

Bring your little ones for some Halloween fun making crafts, bobbing for pumpkins, watching It's The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown and having some fun in the indoor pool. 

Go on a hayride through the beautiful trails at Minnie Ha Ha Park in Sunset Hills with your family, then feast on s'mores, enjoy face painting and more.

Hear spooky stories told by costumed storytellers above the bluffs of the Mississippi at Jefferson Barracks.

Kids will journey into the realm of animals with zoo naturalist Dianne Moran and live animals to enhance the experience.

Preschoolers will take a romp through the wonderful world of sounds based on Dr. Seuss' "Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You?"

Whether you are members or not of the YMCA your kids can enjoy this fun Kids Night Out and you can enjoy a night out too. Kids ages 5-12 will enjoy swimming, games, sports, dinner and themed adventures.

Preschoolers are invited to wear their pajamas and hear stories about bedtime.

Preschoolers are invited hear stories about things we are thankful for.

Preschoolers will hear stories about these magic words.

Preschoolers are encouraged to wear costumes to hear stories about Halloween.

Families with kids of all ages can enjoy the sunset as they hike through the prairie trail and discover not-so-scary Halloween fun.

Early childhood is the best time to introduce your child to the outdoors. Take advantage of the natural beauty of Shaw Nature Reserve to hike and do other nature activities at Tykes Trek. Prior registration is required.

Bring your pets to strut their stuff at the Ballwin Halloween Pet Parade. Dogs, cats, turtles, fish . . . if you have a pet you can register them. There will be prizes for the best pet costume and the best pet/owner costume combo.

Join the Ballwin Parks and Rec Department to enjoy a full day of play for kids of all ages at The Pointe.

Kids ages 5-12 can enjoy a fun evening of swimming, games, sports, crafts, and fun with their friends at the Kids Night Out at the Wildwood Family YMCA.

How well do you know your child's emotional and mental health? Hear from parents and professionals about dealing with childrens' emotional and mental health at this free presentation.

Join in the fun at this informative safety event for kids and parents. The Ellisville Police Department Kids Safety Day will feature carnival games and prizes, pizza, popcorn and other treats, a raffle, emergency equipment on display, K-9 demonstrations, car seat safety inspections, bike safety helmet inspections and a limited number of free helmets, and lots of information on safety issues, including bicycle safety, internet safety, eating healthy, how to be safe around animals, first aid and more.