Celebrate the reopening of the new riverfront beneath the Gateway Arch at Picnic on the Riverfront, St. Louis' largest-ever community picnic.
During the event on Thursday, June 2, picnickers can experience the first stage of the Arch ground’s historic transformation project, which will make it easier and safer to access and visit the landmark, its museum and its attractions. The renovation includes new biking and pedestrian paths separate from the roadway, all-new lighting, and new amenities, such as benches, power outlets and a street-level stage – all while preserving the area’s historic elements. The majority of the landscaping will be finished in the fall, with the rest of the renovation project to be completed in 2017.
“Picnic on the Riverfront” features a variety of family-friendly events after the public grounds ribbon-cutting at 5 p.m., including an interfaith blessing, music from pianist Ethan Leinwand as well as Good 4 the Soul, kids’ educational activities, and a fireworks display at 8:30. Bring your own picnic basket or build your meal from a number of St. Louis’s favorite food trucks before taking a walk or bike trip around the new grounds.
Learn more in our feature story or at cityarchriver.org
Visit with summer camp representatives and learn about summer camps and activities for all ages at this free Summer Camps and Activities Fair sponsored by the Lindbergh School District. Families from all school districts are invited to attend.
Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.
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!
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.
Get ready to checkmate your Valentine's Day crafting! Bring your kids and creativity to the World Chess Hall of Fame for Valentine's Day arts & crafts projects all day.