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Free Pokemon Go Night

Join fellow Pokemon Go enthusiasts at Laumeier Sculpture Park for an evening of hunting and battling Pokemon.

With five gyms and Pokestops at every sculpture in the Park, make sure to stock up on Lure Modules, Incense and Potions before the event. Whether to rep Team Mystic, Team Instinct or Team Valor, come out and catch 'em all at Laumeier! 

6 to 8 p.m. at Laumeier Sculpture Park.

More information: laumeier.org

 

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Happy Birthday Daniel Boone

Celebrate the 50th Birthday of the Daniel Boone library with a special story time and live music from the 1920s.

At 10 a.m., kids ages 2 - 6 can enjoy stories, songs and rhymes to wish the library a happy 50th birthday during a special early literacy story time. 

At 2 p.m., enjoy live music from the 1920s performed by the duo Harmony. For all ages.

Both event are free. At the Daniel Boone Branch of the St. Louis County Library.

More information: slcl.org

 

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First Friday: Journey to Middle Earth

First Fridays at the Saint Louis Science Center include free parking and fun activities centered around a theme. This month: Journey to Middle Earth. You'll see amazing science demonstrations, Planetarium shows, Center Stage activities, special movie showings and more.

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DigiGirlz High Tech Camp

DigiGirlz High Tech Camp is a free once-day class for girls entering grades 8-12 to explore careers in technology. Pre-registration is required.

Participants will meet successful women from the technology industry to learn about their career experiences and inspirations. Presented by Microsoft and the Saint Louis Science Center, DigiGirlz High Tech Camp includes tech demonstrations, networking and hands-on workshops. Girls will also have the chance to win amazing prizes.

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Electric Vehicle Car Show

Explore the idea of never paying for gas again at the Saint Louis Science Center's 3rd Annual Electric Vehicle (EV) Car Show featuring factory produced models and cars converted to electric. 

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Beauty Bash

Enjoy a day of pampering and makeovers and bonding time with your daughter at this spa-day event that benefits people who are living with cancer. There will also be fun activities for kids.

The 4th annual Beauty Bash, held at the Saint Louis Galleria, includes fun spa-day activities such as makeovers, manicures, massages and hair styles for guests of all ages, plus activities for kids, like a balloon artist, clown and face painter. There will also be a photo booth featuring Disney princesses! 

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Get a Makeover, Make a Difference for Those Living with Cancer

Every mom deserves some pampering now and then. A day when you can take off the nail polish that’s been chipping away since May, free your hair from a messy bun, and enjoy a massage by hands that aren’t sticky from popsicle and pancake syrup.

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Pokemon Go Hike

Charge your phone and load up on pokey balls in preparation for this group Pokemon Go hike! Reservations are required.

 

You're bound to find some new Pokemon and maybe even hatch an egg or two on this five-mile hike for ages 12 and up. Sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

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Learn Why Life is Better with Pets at Purina Farms

As so many pet owners already know, there’s a special bond that exists between humans and our furry, four-legged companions.

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Talented Teens Lift Their Voices to Fight Juvenile Diabetes

While they may not be scientists or doctors at this point in their lives, a group of talented kids are playing a huge role in finding the cure for Type 1 diabetes by strapping on their dancing shoes and letting their incredible voices be heard.

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Ballerina Princess Tea

Little ballerinas are invited to dance with the one and only Angelina Ballerina at this special event at Once Upon a Bash. Participants will also make a craft and receive a ballet lesson.

Lunch will be served too! From 10 a.m. to noon at Once Upon a Bash in Maplewood. Cost is $20 per child. Registration is required.

More information and to register online: onceuponabash.com

 

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Kids Night Out at Once Upon a Bash with Olaf

Kids will have some winter fun in the summer building snowcones, playing games and enjoying with their friends and Olaf from Frozen!

Kids Night Out at Once Upon a Bash also includes a pizza dinner. For ages 4-12. Cost is $20 per child. Kids are welcome to arrive in their pajamas. 

6 to 8 p.m. at Once Upon a Bash in Maplewood. More information and online registration: onceuponabash.com

 

 

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Family Tree Community Fair

Touchette Regional Hospital will once again hold its annual health event and back-to-school kickoff for families in the Metro East. This fifth annual event includes free school supplies, free boys' haircuts and health screenings for the entire family.

In addition, there will be games, kids' activities, food and prizes. The Family Tree Community fair is free and runs from 9 a.m. to noon at Touchette Regional Hospital.

More information: touchette.org

 

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Learn to Punt, Pass and Kick

This one-day, free program is designed to teach participants the basic fundamentals of football. 

Each child will be given one-on-one and group style instruction by an experienced coaching staff. A full-court scrimmage game will be held at the conclusion of the training session. For ages 4-12. Free. Sponsored by St. Louis County Parks. 10 a.m. to noon.

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History Campout and Movie

Bring your kids to this rare opportunity to learn about American history overnight at a fun family campout. During the day, you'll learn about the history of Jefferson Barracks and in the evening, after dinner, you'll enjoy a movie and a night visit to the museum.

Dinner is not provided. The required adult to child ratio is 1:2. Check in at the JB Visitor's Center between 9-10 a.m. to receive your assigned camping area. Registration is required. 

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Not-So-Haunted House at The Magic House
Friday, October 9, 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Sunday, October 11, 2026

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
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Friday, October 9, 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026

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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