The National Park Service invites visitors of all ages on a winter adventure to explore the Gateway Arch's renovated "backyard" and connect with nature at the Great Backyard Bird Count. The Great Backyard Bird Count is a worldwide citizen science initiative to create a snapshot of birds all across the globe and answer big picture questions abotu what's happening to bird populations over time.
The event features special programs focusing on birds and their life cycles, the importance of citizen science and bird watching and the Mississippi River. Bird watching and bird counting opportunities will be available.
9 a.m. to noon at the Gateway Arch National Park. Free. For all ages. More information: gatewayarch.com
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!
Experience the holiday lights at Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park, where you'll find two million beautiful holiday lights and animated displays.
More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.