Bring your little ones to enjoy a nature adventure.
Bring your little one to Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center for a walk through the woods to enjoy the sights and sounds. What will you hear on this outdoor hike?
You'll have an opportunity to “meet and greet” the birds and their hunting partners, and see some of the equipment used in the sport of falconry. Reservations are required.
Remember the old days of mud pits and mud pies? Here is the chance to relive some of the joys of your childhood with your children. Powder Valley will provide the dirt, you bring the clean clothes for the ride home.
Kids ages 6 and up can learn about lizards, such as: What do they eat? Do lizards really lose their tails? They'll also take part in fun lizard activities and crafts.
9:30 to 11 a.m. Free. At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood, near the intersection of I-44 and I-270. Call 314-301-1500 for reservations.
It's amazing that one tiny acorn can grow into an enomous oak tree. Little ones, ages 3 to 6, will investigate the life of an oak tree and its importance in the forest then go on a hike to search for oak trees and acorns.
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Free, but reservations are required.
At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood, near the intersection of I-44 and I-270. Call 314-301-1500 for reservations.
Celebrate the Monarch butterfly with games and crafts, and learn how to attract them.
This is one breakfast your family is sure to flip over! You and your little short stack are invited to enjoy Breakfast with Santa at The Magic House. Registration is required.
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!
Santa is making a stop at The Butterfly House before he makes his trip around the world, and he wants to enjoy a meal with your family! Enjoy a delicious dinner, visit Santa's Workshop and Mrs. Claus's Cookie Kitchen, and have your picture taken with the guest of honor - Santa!
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.