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Enjoy the iconic lights that adorn the Anheuser-Busch Brewery close up during walking tours. Brewery Lights features more than one million twinkling lights and lots of family friendly activities. New this year is an enhanced parade with Clydesdales and street performers, giant branded nutcrackers and interactive stage performances.

You know it's the holidays in St. Louis when the St. Louis Symphony performs its annual Holiday Celebration. This celebration is so big that Santa himself stops by for a visit!

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Conductor Norman Huynh and dazzling vocalist Capathia Jenkins join together to perform seasonal standards and exciting twists on beloved classics for your holiday delight. Be on the lookout for surprises along with some of your favorite traditions.

Experience holiday magic as the beloved Muppets help Ebenezer Scrooge rediscover the spirit of Christmas in this delightful family film, accompanied by a live performance of the iconic score by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. 

When school is on break, kids can spend the day at the Saint Louis Zoo! At the Zoo's Black Friday Camp: Shop Till You Drop, campers will learn about how the products we purchase affect endangered species and habitats around the world.

Grant's Farm welcomes visitors this holiday season to the 2024 Holiday Lights Drive-Through and Walk-Through Experiences featuring dazzling light displays, Santa and Mrs. Claus, a 50-foot LED Christmas tree, Clydesdale photos, and more.

Drop off your kids for these gift workshops and they'll become creative little elves! Each child participating in Gift Workshops will make and wrap three fantastic gifts you are sure to love. No peeking!

Celebrate the holidays at MADE for Kids and enjoy Cocoa and Cookies with Santa! You can take photos with Cocoa Santa and Mrs. Clause, create personalized gifts for family and friends and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. 

New Year's revelers of all ages (even those with a bedtime!) are invited to ring in the new year a little bit early with a special Noontime New Year's Eve celebration at The Magic House and MADE for Kids.

Get ready for a jolly good time with Mrs. Claus who will travel all the way from the North Pole to visit The Magic House! You'll enjoy festive fun as Mrs. Claus reads her favorite winter stories in the cozy Story Time Theater, all decked out for the season. 

Kids in kindergarten through 5th grade can make a reusable and adorable Advent calendar that you don't have to fill at this art workshop.

Drop off your kids at Yucandu Art Studio in Webster Grove for one-of-a-kind Crafts-Giving Workshops! Kids will make and wrap four gifts to take home. 

Enjoy a variety of sweet and savory treats and come in your best dress for the Afternoon Nutcracker Tea at COCA. There will be a character parade from The Nutcracker company, pop-up shows and more.

A Kwanzaa ceremony highlights a day of storytelling, craft and jewelry displays, authentic African drumming and musical performances.

This traditional Jewish holiday celebration includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorah-lighting ceremony and more.

More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.

Step into a winter wonderland of joy and delight as City Museum transforms into a festive paradise from November 29 through New Year's Day. From twinkling lights that illuminate the night to heartwarming encounters with Santa, Mrs. Claus and their merry helpers, there’s something for everyone!

Santa has planned a stop at the Ballwin Golf Course, along with special guest Mrs. Claus, to take pictures with kids! 

Skate with Santa himself at this holiday-themed ice skating session complete with games and crafts.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with your family at The Lodge indoor pool. Guests will enjoy traditional New Year's Eve festivities including a countdown to noon with the dropping of hundreds of beach balls and a New Year's-themed backdrop for photos! Space is limited and registration is required.