Celebrate pop at Play Street Museum! If your kids' pop is really tops, join in on playtime and yummy treats to celebrate at this Father's Day-themed special event.
Dads get in free with the purchase of an additional ticket on Father's Day at City Museum. To further celebrate Dad's day there will be craft making in Art City, BBQ on the Patio, and beer in the Beatnick Inn.
Bring your family and friends to City Museum to celebrate Juneteenth. There will be lots of fun activities like Art City Glow crafts (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), BBQ at the Patio Grill all day and DJ SheBeatz from 4-7 p.m.
Try something new to kick off your summer weekends at Laumeier Sculpture Park Finally Friday Series. Your family can enjoy some of your favorite food and beverage trucks onsite at the beautiful park from 4-8 p.m.
Celebrate National Children's Day at Play Day in the Park, an outdoor play date at Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park. From fishing to bubbles, to roller skating and robotics, there will be lots of fun activities, food trucks and music.
Calling all Jedi! Young Padawans and their families are invited to dress up like their favorite Star Wars characters for Star Wars Night at The Magic House. Guest will enjoy an ice cream treat, participate in some out-of-this world activities and even have the opportunity to meet Darth Vader, Stormtroopers and other characters from a galaxy far, far away! Reservations are required.
Soaring into the Saint Louis Zoo is the new bird show “Winging It,” presented in partnership with World Bird Sanctuary. Birds will take the stage at the Lichtenstein Sea Lion Arena. In this amazing, free-flying presentation, a variety of exotic and native birds will demonstrate their natural abilities, and some will even soar over the audience.
Santa's reindeer have been busy getting ready for one of their favorite activities: A Candy Cane Hunt! They've hidden candy canes all around the Pavilion at Lemay for children to find.
Celebrate with stories and activities. Some story times will have green screens for rainbow photos.
Gather at the outdoor amphitheater in Tower Grove Park for a summer of fun children's performances by beloved local entertainers. The free interactive shows are part of the Children's Performance Series, introducing children to the performing arts in a fun interactive way. Storytellers, musicians, dancers and more will encourage kids to clap along and be part of the experience.
Year after year, Webster Groves Community Days continues to be one of the largest Independence Day community celebrations in the area, including one of the most popular 4th of July parades.
The free festival includes live music from Butch Wax and the Hollywoods followed by fireworks after dark.
The Animals 'R Us Petting Zoo will be at Union Station on Sunday and Monday, May 28 & 29, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Purina Performance Plaza.
The Magic House, MADE for Kids will be hosting an exhibit of its own as TapeScape, an innovative playscape made almost entirely out of packing tape, opens for play on June 2 in the makerspace.
Families are invited to take part in activities hosted by the Contemporary Art Museum, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, and the Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries. There will be food, fun art activities and interactive performances in the shared outdoor spaces near all three institutions.
Entertainer Mama Lisa will present "Words that Move in Africa." During this session, kids will learn to remember and present a story with Fundisha Children's Folktale Dance Theatre.
Join your SLSO and embark on a swashbuckling adventure filled with romance, wit, and daring duels in The Princess Bride: Live in Concert at Stifel Theatre on June 16 & 18. Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before—with the power of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performing the entire musical score live-to-picture.
Visit the Missouri Botanical Garden to search the pond and the Central Axis Pools for amazing dragonflies.
The Spring Fishing Derby at Watson Trail Park is free and open to the general public and kids of all ages. Participants can compete for trophies for the smallest, largest and most fish caught.
Meet up at the Nature Playscape in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime is geared to ages 2-5.
Daytime Playtime is an open gym for children ages 2-5 where the possibilities for fun and learning (through fun) are endless! Children will participate in activities that build coordination, strength, balance and self-confidence. They'll develop stronger motor skills, social skills, and take part in theme-based creative activities.
Dinoroarus is back for a limited time at the Saint Louis Zoo. This engaging attraction for all ages features 14 groupings of animatronic and stationary dinosaurs - colorful, prehistoric creatures that move realistically, some roaring and spiting or placidly munching on lush vegetation.
Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.