The Grinch will arrive on South Grand on Saturday, December 6 to spread some holiday cheer and raise funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children. For a $7 donation, visitors can have their photo taken with the Grinch. Those who bring a toy donation for the children at the hospital can have their photo taken for $5.
Grinchmas takes place on December 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rooster on South Grand. The South Grand Night Market follows from 4-8 p.m.
More information: southgrand.org
Delight in brilliant, colorful light displays with spectacular photo opportunities throughout the Zoo during Wild Lights. Walk through two tunnels with dazzling lights, and enjoy themed displays featuring snowflakes, candy canes, gumdrops, penguins, polar bears, tigers, giraffes and much more at this St. Louis family-favorite holiday tradition. New this year: Visits with Santa!
The Grinch will arrive on South Grand to spread some holiday cheer and raise funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children. For a $7 donation ($5 with a toy donation), participants can have their photo taken with the Grinch.
Experience the holiday lights at Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park, where you'll find two million beautiful holiday lights and animated displays.
Your family can enjoy a gourmet, festive breakfast buffet complete with a visit from the man of the hour: Santa.
Come over to the dark side and meet the amazing birds that exist by moonlight. Owl Prowls are an opportunity for families to learn about owls from the naturalists at the World Bird Sanctuary.