Children can read books to dogs, meet local authors and do some hands-on activities inspired by the books featured at this free story time designed to celebrate reading.
Kids will learn about the variety of wildlife in their backyard and build a native species habitat to take home.
Join Angela Speck, Director of Astronomy at the University of Missouri-Columbia, as she explains the upcoming solar eclipse and explains the best ways to view it at this free event.
Kids can learn more about the Solar Eclipse of 2017 (coming up Aug. 21) that will be visible in our region, including ways to safely view it and what to expect during the eclipse.
Bring your dancing shoes and join Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove for a high-energy, interactive concert guaranteed to get the whole family rockin'.
See Beauty and the Beast, the classic story of a young woman and a prince trapped under an enchantress' spell, which only needs the power of love to break, performed live on stage.
Get into the Halloween spirit with some spooky fun and celebrate with the animals at Grant's Farm. Enjoy Halloween tram rides featuring Halloween lights, spooky scenes, live actors, scare zones, a Halloween-themed show, monster mash party and more. Costumes are encouraged.
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.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.
Families and kids of all ages can enjoy festive decorations, entertainers, many of your favorite Zoo exhibits and lots more at the Saint Louis Zoo's nighttime, non-scary Halloween experience Boo at the Zoo!
Boo at the Zoo is a long-time St. Louis family favorite, with fun, spellbinding decorations and great photo opportunities, spooktacular entertainment as actors bring the decorated areas to life, interaction with the animals, fun at the 4-D Theater, Conservation Carousel, and more.