Hitch up the wagons and head out to Prairie Day at Shaw Nature Reserve for this fun-filled family event.
You'll see prairie heritage portrayed through activities and demonstrations, showcasing the Reserve's 250-acre recreated tall grass prairie. Then, hike with a naturalist to learn about prairie life, check out a teepee, play pioneer games, listen to a live band and watch weavers, spinners and other craft demonstrations.
Exhibits include native prairie mammals, reptiles, amphibians and insects. There will also be a concession stand with bison burgers, baked goods and kettle corn. Admission is $3 for adult members (member children are free), $6 for adult non-members and $2 for non-member children age 15 and younger.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Shaw Nature Reserve in Gray Summit.
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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.