Middle Schoolers
Clay Creatures at Laumeier Sculpture Park
Lions, tigers, and bears – oh my! Join in on Clay Creatures, an outdoor, fun, creative clay workshop with other families at Laumeier Sculpture Park. Learn how to sculpt, pinch, and coil a lump of clay into a fierce lion, a flying bird or a whimsical creature from your imagination!
Shark Week at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
Aquarium visitors will be immersed in a world of shark-centered adventures and have opportunities to get up close to the sharks during Shark Week at the St. Louis Aquarium.
St. Louis Hills Art in the Park
About 70 artists will showcase their creative wares at Francis Park in St. Louis Hills, where visitors can enjoy live music, tasty food and kids' activities as well. Admission is free.
Sunflower Festival at Eckert Farms in Belleville
Immerse yourself in a vibrant sea of sunflowers at Eckerts Sunflower Festival. There will be a variety of activities for all ages, like mini photo sessions, face painting, local vendors, a coffee truck, and of course, wandering through the beautiful 2-acre sunflower fields.
Sunsets and Snowcones on the Greenways
Enjoy free snow cones and watch as the sun sets on greenways across the St. Louis metro area at Sunsets and Snowcones sponsored by Great Rivers Greenway. This free summer series is designed to connect people to nature and community while highlighting the 135 miles of greenways maintained by the agency.
In the Library with Louie
Meet Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot, who will pose for photos and sign autographs at this free library event. Your kids will learn what it's like to be a mascot and what it takes to get ready for the season too!
Godfrey Family Fun Fest with Fireworks
Blast off your Independence Day at the Godfrey Family Fun Fest with face painting, inflatables, food trucks, a watermelon eating contest, and fireworks for the whole family in Glazebrook Park.
