Don't miss summer fun at The College School! Our themes are designed to balance thematic learning with classic outdoor summer fun! Camp days are spent participating in theme-related activities as well as free time and organized games on our playgrounds and natural playscapes, greenhouse, garden, theater, and our neighboring Lockwood Park. All camps include field trips and swimming.
DaySpring Arts & Education is a unique and creative environment where students can be well equipped in the disciplines of both performing and fine arts. All classes are taught by highly-qualified teachers in dance, drama, musical theatre, tech theatre, visual arts, circus, and music. Students will learn in a challenging and nurturing environment designed to help them explore their potential as creative individuals. Whether you are looking for a production intensive for your young artist, or a fun camp for your preschooler, DaySpring has options for everyone!
See a live bald eagle up close, participate in cold weather games, build a Bald Eagle's nest, test your eagle knowledge, create eagle-themed crafts, meet Eric the Eagle and lots more at this annual celebration of the Bald Eagle. There will be lots of opportunities to view eagles, trumpeter swans and other waterfowl too.
Calling all superheros! Grab your capes and fly to The Magic House for an action-packed evening with some of your favorite superheros.
The biggest brunch of the season features Santa and Fredbird of the St. Louis Cardinals! The menu covers all the bases, and families get to take home photos of their kids with Santa and Fredbird. Additional activities for kids include face painting and balloon art and letters to Santa.
DreamWorks’ How to Train Your Dragon combines humor, fire-breathing action, and epic adventure! In this captivating story, a young Viking defies tradition when he befriends one of his deadliest foes—a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. Experience the thrill of this acclaimed film presented in HD, with composer John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
Discover your passion, explore academic interests, and prepare for college success with Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs. Choose from a variety of credit and noncredit programs in the humanities, natural sciences, math, and social sciences. Residential, commuter, and online opportunities are available so you can choose the program that best fits your academic interest and schedule. Experience WashU in the classroom and beyond this summer!
Learn about Waldorf education by observing classes in session at the Waldorf School of St. Louis.
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.
Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow! Animals Aglow returns to illuminate the Saint Louis Zoo for the second year with dozens of new, towering lanterns and light displays. Now open nightly through May 11!
Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!
