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8 Essential Events for St. Louis Families In January

January can sometimes seem like a cold and dreary month, but with such a wide variety of exciting events taking place throughout St. Louis, there are lots of opportunities to get out of the house and find some family fun. Our top picks for January include:  

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Sunday Funday Free Group Exercise Sampler

Stop in to The Lodge Des Peres and take in free exercise sampler classes for Sunday Funday.

The Lodge Fitness Team will showcase some of the new exercise classes being offered in 30 minute sessions from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Sessions are open to all, members and nonmembers, residents and non-residents.  Free.

Sessions include zumba, yoga, pilates and group strength. In the Lodge group exercise studio. For adults and teens ages 16 and up. Child care is not available.

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Once Upon a Tea Party

Little ladies and their mothers are invited to attend an afternoon of fun at Once Upon a Tea Party. Each young lady is asked to dress up as her favorite princess or wear their favorite dress.

You'll enjoy a special visit from your favorite princesses, story time, tea, and you'll make a craft. Cost is $10 for residents of Fenton and members of Riverchase, and $12 for the general public. At Riverchase in Fenton.

1-2:30 p.m. for 

More information: fentonmo.org or call 636-343-0067.

 

 

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Superhero Breakfast

Superhero Weekend means that Marvel Universe LIVE is in town, and super fans are invited to have breakfast with the superheros at the Hard Rock Cafe. 

Superhero characters from Enchanted Events will be at the Hard Rock Cafe on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 9 and 10, for a breakfast buffet from 9 to 11 a.m. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. 

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Superhero Weekend Meet & Greet

Kids of all ages are invited to meet their favorite superheros at this free meet & greet at the Hard Rock Cafe. Marvel Universe LIVE is in town at the Scottrade Center, but before the show, superheros from Enchanted Events will be on hand at the Hard Rock to meet fans.

The meet & greet is free and begins at 4 p.m. No reservations are needed.

For more information, call 314-621-7625.

Note: This event is not affiliated with the Marvel Universe show. 

 

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Frozen in February Dinner Dance

Girls can ask their favorite Valentine guy (dad, grandfather, uncle, etc.) to this enchanted evening at The Lodge of Des Peres. Couples will enjoy a special dinner, dancing, a photo opportunity and party favors.

Elsa and Anna from Frozen will be special guests and will entertain and pose for pictures with guests. Don't miss this very enchanted evening!

For ages 3-10. 5:30 to 8 p.m. More information and to register: desperesmo.org

 

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Jewish Camp JamFest

Celebrate Jewish camping and Jewish music at this new event at the Chesterfield Amphitheater. At the Jewish Camp JamFest, families can learn about day and sleep-away camps and hear great music from the nationally recognized Jewish children's musician Craig Parks.

1 to 4 p.m. Free. More information: jccstl.com

 

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Family Med School Basics

Families can spend a morning at the Saint Louis Science Center with anatomy and physiology experts from Adventures in Medicine and Science (AIMS) and Physical and Athletic Training Programs at Saint Louis University. 

Activities include a virtual tour of the major organs and body systems utilizing a fully dissected human cadaver and hands-on anatomical dissections. There will also be discussions of some medically important disease processes and ways to stay healthy and unjury-free. Ideal for parents and their children in grade 5 and up.

Sessions include:

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Hut, Hut, Hangout Play Date

Kids ages 5-12 can get ready for the big game at this football-themed party. They'll participate in games, crafts, make s'mores around a campfire and each some delicious football-themed treats. 

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Webster Park Community Building in St. Charles. Cost is $15 per child. 

More information and to register: stcharlesparks.com

 

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Build a Valentine Mailbox Workshop for Kids

At this free hands-on workshop, kids ages 5 to 12 can build a wooden valentines mailbox to hold all of their valentines just in time for Valentine's Day. All supplies will be provided.

Participants will receive a free Kids Workshop apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. 

9 a.m. to noon at local Home Depot stores. To register and find the workshop nearest you, go to homedepot.com/workshops

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Super Selfie Workshop for Girls

Girls in grades 3-8 are invited to this workshop led by professional photographer Cathy Lander-Goldberg, author of Photo Explorations: A Girl's Guide to Self-Discovery Through Photography, Writing and Drawing, to create a portrait reflecting their inner selves.

Then, participants will write about the portrait and create a collage using the image. Girls should bring a copy of a favorite childhood photo to the workshop to incorporate into their artwork. 

12:30 to 2 p.m. at Art Unleashed in Chesterfield. Cost is $25 per person.

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Circus Harmony: Giocoso

Circus Harmony presents its 11th annual confluence of music and circus arts. This year's show is titled Giocoso, a musical term meaning joyful. The show fetures original and world music, local and international young performers in a presentation that celebrates working together to create something beautiful and inspirational.

Catch the flying children in the all new show that will make your spirit soar! Giocoso is presented at City Museum. Show dates and times are:

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St. Louis Winter Classic

Watch the St. Louis Blues play on a giant TV screen while you skate at the Shaw Park Ice Rink. FOX Sports Midwest will broadcast its pregame, postgame and intermission shows live from rinkside. 

Snacks and refreshments are available for purchase and a skating pass and skate rental is included with ticket purchase. Tickets are $10 and available through Brown Paper Tickets. 

At Shaw Park Ice Rink in Clayton. 5 p.m.

 

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Thursday, September 4, 2025
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Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual. 

 

 

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Twilight Thursdays Concert Series at the Missouri History Museum
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Thursday, September 18, 2025

Free outdoor concerts are back at the Missouri History Museum. The fall series of concerts features favorite bands, food trucks, and exhibits inside the museum that are open to the public until 8 p.m. on concert nights. Concerts are held from 6-8 p.m.

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Toddler Time at The Magic House

Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!

 

 

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Toddler & Preschooler Dance Party
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Thursday, September 18, 2025

Join Ms. Amanda in the Makerspace at the Edwardsville Children's Museum for a fun, lively Dance Party. The toddler-friendly tunes will accompany free play time and musical instrument exploration. 

 

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