At this 4th of July parade kids are the stars! Decorate your bike, stroller, wagon, golf cart or anything you'd like, or watch along the sidelines of this unique parade.
The second annual Shaw neighborhood 4th of July Bike Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. at the 4200 block of Flora Place. The parade will be led by the Saint Boogie Brass Brand. Arrive early for kids crafts. After the parade there will be opportunities for fun photos, popsicles and more. Free.
For more information check the event's Facebook page.
March brings a very special kind of tropical madness to the Butterfly House in Faust Park! Thousands of breathtaking Blue Morpho butterflies take up residence to welcome spring.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
See the amazing sea lions at the Saint Louis Zoo perform for the crowd and cheer them on from the bleachers as the popular Sea Lion Spring Training Shows return. You'll see these beautiful animals perform flipper walks, ball balancing, Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, lots of splashing and even more surprises!