
Celebrate the opening of the Purina Farms 2023 season with floral-filled fun for dogs* and their families this April 7 & 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dogs and kids will enjoy photos with Peter Rabbit, petal-inspired crafts, games and more! We be-leaf you and your best bud are sure to have a great "thyme!" [This event has sold out]
Consider growing your pack by meeting adoptable pets at the Pet Center and barn. Advanced registration is required. A $20 (per car) parking fee includes free admission and giveaways! Your parking fee helps support** partnering animal welfare organization, the Franklin County Humane Society.
Bark 'n Bloom includes these fun activities:
FUN FOR ALL (pets and families)
Photos with Peter Rabbit
Local vendors – including gardening essentials, Missouri-native and indoor pet-friendly plants
Refreshments from reconstruction Coffee (including puppuccinos!)
Incredible Dog Show
The Bubble Bus
Petal inspired crafts
JUST FOR DOGS:
Pet Talent Show (open to any dog attending the event)
Run, Rabbit, Run (lure coursing) and other canine activities
JUST FOR KIDS:
Pony rides
Inflatable bounce houses
Hayloft play area and animal barn
Registration for Bark ‘n Bloom is open! Register at purinafarms.com
*Dogs are welcome! No retractable leashes. Dogs must be up to date on vaccination and have visible rabies ID tag. Puppies must be at least 4 months old to attend. Dogs are not allowed inside the animal barn or the Pet Center. View complete guidelines and visiting pet policy at purinafarms.com. Call 314-982-3232 or email purinafarms@purina.nestle.com with any questions.
**Nestle Purina PetCare Company will donate $1 of each online registration fee to Franklin County Humane Society during the promotion period 2/13/2023 to 4/8/2023. Register online at purinafarms.com
Tiny Trekkers is a weekly nature-based program for preschoolers (ages 3-5) at the Nature Institute. Preschoolers explore the nearly 500 acres of preserves through hands-on experiences out in nature. Kids stomp through creeks, use nets to catch and observe insects, taste edible plants, and learn about the natural world.
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!
Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym is an opportunity for any child to have supervised free play in the gym. They can work on existing skills, try something new, or simply play around. It is completely up to them! Open Gym is open to both members and non-members ages 12 and under.
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.