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Camp out with the elk and bison at Lone Elk Park.

Squirmy Worms & Bodacious Bugs Party at Play Street Museum

Wiggle your way to Play Street Museum for a bug-themed event you won't want to miss! Guests will learn about squirmy worms and bugs. Each child will make their own "dirt & worms" to eat, search for bugs in sensory bins, go on a bug hunt with dirt, and end the session with story time. There will also be plenty of time for free play. Each child will also go home with their own "little bug keeper."

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Fairy Tale Tea at The Magic House

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Aspiring princes and princesses are cordially invited to a royal tea at The Magic House! Sip on tea or apple juice, dine on fine pastries, make a bejeweled tiara or crown and enjoy a short, live production of Cinderella. Following the performance, esteemed guests are invited to take photos with Cinderella, Prince Charming and the Fairy Godmother.

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Enrichment Eggstravaganza at the Saint Louis Zoo

Everyone likes a treat, and the animals at the Saint Louis Zoo are no exception! Visitors can watch these special "egg hunt" enrichment activities and learn about their favorite animals. Plus, kids can participate in a digital scavenger hunt of their own.

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Outdoor Storytime at Tower Grove Park

Bring a blanket and join the St. Louis Public Library for outdoor storytime in Tower Grove Park in conjunction with the Saturday morning Farmer's Market. Meet near the south playground.

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Outdoor Storytime at Francis Park

Bring a blanket and join the St. Louis Public Library for a free storytime at Francis Park.

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Springtime Village at Purina Farms

Bring the whole family to Purina Farms to celebrate the arrival of Spring! At Purina Farms' popular Springtime Village you'll find baby animals, games, activities, live entertainment and all the fun of the farm. Advance registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome as capacity allows.

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Planetarium Shows at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park

Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.

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Budding Artists Preschool Art Program

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!

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Water Waddlers Outdoor Drop-In Swim

Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo

See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.

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Food Trucks in the Parks

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Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Enjoy live music as you indulge in a variety of foods from popular food trucks.

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Summer Fun in St. Louis Starts Now! Your Guide to Family Fun this June

For many St. Louis families, the start of June represents the real start of summer. That's when the summer fun really starts to kick in, and the fact that so many activities and attractions are free is just a bonus!

Why Summer Camp is Great for . . . Parents

Being able to focus on yourself, your partner, and other people in your life who mean a lot to you is no small matter. As parents, we’re used to being responsible providers and caregivers. However, there’s so much more to a person: we’re also partners and friends. These are important parts of our identities that we need to cultivate. Sending your kids to summer camp may bring out your more playful side that you haven’t shown for a while.

7 Signs Your Kids Are Ready For Their First Sleepaway Camp

It’s time to decide whether to send your kids to sleepaway camp, but how do you know that's the right thing to do? How can you tell whether your kids are ready for their first extended stay away from home? Here are 7 important signs that experts say should inform your decision.

Greenway Quest 2025: A TOAD-ally Fun Adventure for Your Family

It's the time of year to get outside (finally!!) and have some fun, and Great Rivers Greenway's Greenway Quest is just the adventure your family needs. This year, they partnered with the Saint Louis Zoo for Greenway Quest, a TOAD-ally awesome greenway hunt throughout the month of April. Plus, enter now to win prizes!

Want Your Kids to Learn? Teach Them It’s Okay to Make Mistakes

It’s normal for parents to want to protect their children from failure. It’s also normal to want them to achieve, win, and do their best. But here’s the truth: We don’t learn anything new without making mistakes. I’ll say it again. Making mistakes is a crucial step in learning. If we’re fearful of making mistakes, learning comes to a screeching halt.

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