Kids will learn about the variety of wildlife in their backyard and build a native species habitat to take home.
Preschoolers will learn about the colors of the rainbow and get creative with a color mixing activity.
Remember the old days of mud pits and mud pies? Here is the chance to relive some of the joys of your childhood with your children. Powder Valley will provide the dirt, you bring the clean clothes for the ride home.
Enjoy a free movie at the Edwardsville City Park Band Shell (by the library) at sunset.
Join Angela Speck, Director of Astronomy at the University of Missouri-Columbia, as she explains the upcoming solar eclipse and explains the best ways to view it at this free event.
After a story read by a firefighter, kids will watch a movie, then have the opportunity to climb on the firetrucks and ask the firefighters any questions they may have about fire safety.
Kids can learn more about the Solar Eclipse of 2017 (coming up Aug. 21) that will be visible in our region, including ways to safely view it and what to expect during the eclipse.
Bring your dancing shoes and join Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove for a high-energy, interactive concert guaranteed to get the whole family rockin'.
Children 12 and under can register for Chalk Land, a kid-friendly area where kids can discover their inner artist with sidewalk chalking drawings, face painting, arts & crafts, music and more.
See Beauty and the Beast, the classic story of a young woman and a prince trapped under an enchantress' spell, which only needs the power of love to break, performed live on stage.
Join the Cat in the Hat and enter the fantastical world of Dr. Seuss at this live on stage musical that's perfect for audiences of all ages.
Kids can step into the one-of-a-kind Curiosity Cube to perform their own interactive science experiments focused on STEM learning and fun.
Kids can let their imaginations run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO parts at this free Intro to STEM workshop.
Children will enjoy an evening of food, refreshments, interactive puzzles and mind-boggling problem-solving activities at Pizza, Puzzles & Popsicles at the Wilson School.
The Lake Saint Louis Farmers & Artist Market, featuring more than 75 local vendors, is held every Saturday, rain or shine, through November 4.
Delight in brilliant, colorful light displays with spectacular photo opportunities throughout the Zoo during Wild Lights. Walk through two tunnels with dazzling lights, and enjoy themed displays featuring snowflakes, candy canes, gumdrops, penguins, polar bears, tigers, giraffes and much more at this St. Louis family-favorite holiday tradition. New this year: Visits with Santa!
Santa is making a stop at The Butterfly House before he makes his trip around the world, and he wants to enjoy a meal with your family! Enjoy a delicious dinner, visit Santa's Workshop and Mrs. Claus's Cookie Kitchen, and have your picture taken with the guest of honor - Santa!
Experience the holiday lights at Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park, where you'll find two million beautiful holiday lights and animated displays.
Your family can enjoy a gourmet, festive breakfast buffet complete with a visit from the man of the hour: Santa.
Santa's Reindeer have been busy hiding candy canes in Kirkwood Park. Some have prizes attached to them. Kids can come early to decorate a hunting bag. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. The hunt starts at 10 a.m., and after the hunt, kids can take pictures with Santa. Pre-registration is required.