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Family Day at Oktoberfest St. Louis at the Circus Flora Big Top

Family Day Oktoberfest includes performances by Circus Flora and Metro Theater Company, magical activities provided by The Magic House, dog-friendly fun with pet-related activities for kids from Purina, a children's tent with cookie decorating, a petting zoo, arts & crafts, live music, coloring, lawn games for the whole family, and lots more.

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Disney's Enchanted Tales Series at Marcus Theatre

With school back in full swing, plan a fun escape to Marcus Theatres for Disney's Enchanted Tales Film Series! On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through September 29, head to Marcus Theatres in Chesterfield, Des Peres, O'Fallon, Mo., Ronnie's in South County and St. Charles for an amazing line-up featuring Cinderella, Peter Pan and The Little Mermaid.

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At Purina Farms’ International Cheese, Wine & Canine Festival, Your Next Night on the Town Goes Global

Kid-free evenings are few and far between, so you have to make the most of them. Instead of spending yet another girls’ night or date night at your local happy hour spot, why not shake it up with a trip around the world that still gets you home in time to tuck in your little ones?

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Halloween at the Foundry

Calling all ghosts, goblins, witches, princes and princesses! You're invited to a Halloween Party at the Foundry Art Centre in St. Charles for some trick or treating, crafts, a scavenger hunt, a costume contest, music and even a (non-scary) haunted house! 

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Science of Circus

Kids can observe gravity's constant acceleration through bowling ball juggling, gyroscope stability through plate spinning, centripetal force with cowboy lariats and much more at this free Science of Circus workshop presented by Circus Kaput. 

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Tails of the Night

Celebrate nocturnal animals and all the creepy, crawly and cool critters that call Missouri home. At Tails of the Night, visitors at the Wildlife Rescue Center can enjoy costumed hikes, campfires, have close-up critter encounters, and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the wild animal hospital. There will also be autumn treats, glow-in-the-dark interactive art installations, and nature crafts.

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Open House at Miss Kelly's Gym

Come "hang" with us and learn about Miss Kelly's Gym! Attend the Open House at Miss Kelly's Gym and enjoy games, a raffle, snacks and lots of fun for all. Bring your kids and learn about fall class sessions, Open Gyms and Parents Nights Out. 

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Safe Kids Halloween Party

Have some Halloween fun with a focus on safety at this free Halloween celebration fire trucks, ambulance tours, a helicopter landing, games and educational booths. Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes for trick or treating, but if you don't have costumes, free costumes will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis. 

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The Curiosity Cube Visits The Magic House

The Curiosity Cube, a retrofitted shipping container that has been transformed into a mobile science lab, is sparking curiosity through interactive, hands-on science experiments, and it's visiting The Magic House to help introduce the possibility of a career in science to kids across the St. Louis metro area. 

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Kids CAN Help Food Drive

Children can help families with food insecurity in our local communities and get into The Magic House or The Magic House @ MADE for free during the annual Kids Can Help food drive. Children under the age of 12 who bring in three canned goods per person will be admitted to The Magic House free of charge on November 2 and 3.

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Sounds with Seuss

Sounds with Seuss is a playful romp through the wonderful world of sounds based on Dr. Seuss' Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You? This free workshop is for ages 3-5.

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Woofstock

Bring your whole family to this fun festival that includes live music, food trucks, kids crafts, pony rides, local vendors, a dog park and more! Plus, Woofstock benefits the homeless animals at Metro East Humane Society. Friendly dogs are not only welcomed, but encouraged! 

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Safety Day with the Metro West Fire Fighters

There will be lots of fun activities for all ages at the annual Safety Day with the Metro West Fire Fighters. Kids will enjoy free pumpkins, balloon artists, a kids' creation station, Jake the Metro West official mascot, K-9 demonstrations and lots more.

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Paws for Reading from the St. Louis County Library
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Read to a friendly therapy dog from DUO Dogs, Inc. After the story, the dog's handler will answer any questions kids have about therapy dogs, pet care and more. For ages 3-11. Registration is required for this free program. 

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City Museum's Stuff the Bus Campaign Provides School Supplies for 160 St. Louis Schools

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Take Your Kids on a Trip Through Time: History Exploration Days at the Missouri History Museum

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