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Take a trip to the Emerald City with your family at the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performs The Wizard of Oz in Concert.

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Tons of Transportation

Kids of all ages are invited to climb on and explore dump trucks, backhoes, fire trucks, police cruisers, an excavator and more at Tons of Transportation.

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Spring Break Camps Offer a Variety of Activities for Kids and Teens in St. Louis

Excitement is building for summer and the wide variety of summer camp experiences available for kids in the St. Louis metro area. But first! Spring break is around the corner, and there are plenty of Spring Break camps enrolling now.

Phoebe & Jay Sneak Peek at Nine PBS

Nine PBS invites families to attend a free sneak peek of the new PBS Kids series Phoebe & Jay, a joyful, curiosity-sparking show designed especially for young learners.

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Bugs, Rhythm, and Blues at The Butterfly House

Bugs, Rhythm, and Blues is a unique, family-friendly celebration of St. Louis’ love for Mardi Gras, blues music, and the vibrant blue morpho butterflies.

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Egg-Stravaganza at Chesterfield Central Park

The Egg-Stravaganza Egg Hunt in Chesterfield will feature thousands of eggs, the Easter Bunny himself, craft activities and lots more.

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No-School Workshop at Yucandu Art Studio

Do you need a creative activity for your kids on a day when school's out? Yucandu Art Studio offers No-School Workshops for kids in grades kindergarten through 5th.

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The Great Grant's View Egg Drop

The Great Grant's View Egg Drop starts with a reading of "Rosie Revere, Engineering," then families can work together to engineer a contraption to protect an egg dropped from the second floor.

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Tiny Love Rave: Big Beats, Little Hearts

Feel the love at the Tiny Love Rave, a toddler-friendly dance party designed for little movers and their grownups.

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Big Truck Day at Kinetic Park in Dardeene Prairie

Visit Kinetic Park in St. Charles County to check out massive machinery! Kids can see and get close to big trucks, construction trucks, and more at this free event for all ages.

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Valentine Workshops at Yucandu Art Studio

Valentine's Day workshops at Yucandu Art Studio allow kids to express their creativity and bring home amazing Valentine's Day projects! Workshops are for kids in kindergarten through grade 5.

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SciFest: Engineering Expo

Immerse yourself in the creative, problem-solving world of engineering at SciFest: Engineering Expo at the Saint Louis Science Center.

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Meet, Greet & Play with Elsa at Wild Sprouts

Enjoy a magical, snowy world with Elsa from Frozen! There will be themed crafts, open play, magical photos and a princess sing-along on this day of frosty fun.

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Clifford and Bluey Extravaganza

Spend time at the library with your favorite furry characters: Clifford the Big Red Dog and Bluey! Kids can enjoy stories, crafts and a scavenger hunt to find Clifford and Bluey in the stacks!

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MLK Community Celebration at the Missouri History Museum

The Missouri History Museum welcomes families for its wildly popular annual celebration, a weekend full of free activities honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Enjoy learning, a movement workshop, arts & crafts, storytelling, a Black History scavenger hunt, and more for all ages.

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Ninja Central is for Kids of All Ages and Abilities

From the moment they step onto a ninja training course, kids snap into activation mode – using their athletic skills to jump, climb, and balance their way through physical challenges and activating their minds to out-maneuver the puzzle of obstacles that stand in their way of victory. That combination is a powerful one and equips kids with the confidence, persistence, self-esteem, and creative thinking skills they need throughout their lives. And now, with the opening of Ninja Central, a top-tier ninja training facility in Maryland Heights, even more young athletes will get the chance to reach their full potential.

Ninja Central Grand Opening Celebration

Visit Ninja Central for the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, January 17 from 2-4 p.m. and be one of the first families to experience this awesome new, state-of-the-art Ninja training facility! All attendees can try out the new Ninja challenges & equipment, meet the coaches, win prizes, enjoy face painting, balloon animals, snow cones, and more. From beginner to advanced Ninja skills,

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Babywearing Movement

Bring your baby and your favorite baby wrap or baby carrier and move through baby-wearing, tummy time and the creation of a dance.

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Breakfast with Louis from the St. Louis Blues

Beloved St. Louis Blues mascot Louie is coming to the Brentwood Community Center for a breakfast dance party.

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Tower Grove Winter Market

Tower Grove Farmers Market is back with its winter version! Visit a variety of vendors and enjoy food trucks and warm beverages.

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Flying Bird Show at the World Bird Sanctuary

Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, meet the wonderful bird ambassadors of the World Bird Sanctuary up close and much more.

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur

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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Tot Time at the Chesterfield Aquatic Center

Friday, July 24, 2026

Friday, July 31, 2026

Friday, August 7, 2026

Bring your little ones to the Chesterfield Aquatic Center for Tot Time. Kids ages 0-5 can splash and play in the leisure pool with their peers. Older children ages 6-11 are welcome when they are accompanied by an adult and younger children. Open to residents and non-residents. Reservations are not needed.

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Summer Family Fun Series at the Missouri History Museum

Friday, July 24, 2026

Friday, July 31, 2026

Visit the Missouri History Museum on Fridays in June and July for their Summer Family Fun Series! Enjoy a variety of free family activities, including crafts, performances, food, movement, and more! All activities are tied into Museum exhibits and St. Louis history, and focus on a different theme each week. This summer kids and families can learn about Juneteenth, celebrate America’s 250th birthday, explore Vietnamese culture in STL, and discover the wonders of the Mighty Mississippi!

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo

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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Visit the Missouri History Museum on Fridays in July for their Summer Family Fun Series! Enjoy a variety of free family activities, including crafts, performances, food, movement, and more! All activities are tied into Museum exhibits and St. Louis history, and focus on a different theme each week. This summer kids and families can learn about Juneteenth, celebrate America’s 250th birthday, explore Vietnamese culture in STL, and discover the wonders of the Mighty Mississippi!

Storytelling in the Museum programs are part of the fun this year, with themes that match the rest of the day’s activities. Don’t forget, the History Clubhouse is open for play and exploration! In this hands-on family gallery, kids can travel back in time to the World’s Fair, Cahokia and more as they learn about the history of the city they call home. Appropriate for ages 2–12. Fridays through July 31, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more detailed information on each day’s activities, visit the Museum’s website.

Make the most of the rest of summer at Upper Limits Rock Climbing Summer Camp! Our 5-day camps run Monday through Friday and are packed with climbing, games, water days, challenges, and new friendships. Choose the schedule that works best for your family with half-day and full-day camp options available. We're conveniently located in Maryland Heights and Chesterfield, making it easy to find an adventure near you! Save $10 on camp registration with promo code CLIMBINGCAMP2026. Come spend the rest of your summer reaching new heights at Upper Limits! LEARN MORE

See the Purina Incredible Dog Team perform extraordinary feats of athleticism and skill right here in St. Louis at Union Station this summer! Featuring some of the most talented canines in the country, the Purina Incredible Dog Team consists of more than 20 remarkably gifted dogs and two trainers who entertain audiences with extraordinary feats of athleticism and skill. Spectators can watch the team demonstrate a variety of canine sports while dogs of different breeds fly through the air to catch a flying disc, leap over a high jump, and maneuver through a series of obstacles in an agility course. Free performances are happening Thursdays through Sundays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Union Station's Performance Plaza in front of the St. Louis Wheel. Learn more at purina.com/purinafarms.

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