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Ozark Rocks Offers the Ultimate Educational Getaway for Kids and Parents

If you’re like many St. Louisans, you made the pilgrimage to Johnson’s Shut-ins and Elephant Rocks state parks this summer for a little outdoor fun. In the middle of swimming, hiking and climbing, you probably glanced over the information plaques in passing before your attention was snatched away by your kid shouting, “Look at me, mom!” from the edge of the cliffs. But what if you and your child had time to delve deep into Missouri’s rich geological history? To see these iconic landmarks not just as recreational getaways, but as pages in a natural scrapbook of our state’s prehistoric past?

Family Campout

Celebrate the great outdoors at this family campout complete with s'mores at beautiful Ferris Park.

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Movie in the Park: Field of Dreams

Kick off fall with a free movie in on the ball field in Vlasis Park.

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Friday Fun Night at Sweetology

Kids ages 5-12 are invited to Friday Fun Night where they'll take part in instructor-guided cake, cupcake and cookie decorating, enjoy pizza, juice, crafts and games.

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The Boy Who Snared the Sun

See a free on-stage presentation of The Boy Who Snared the Sun performed by Monkey Tales Theatre, perfect for ages 3-12.

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Des Peres Cinema Series: The Incredibles

Bring you kids to see an outdoor movie at The Lodge outdoor pool parking lot.

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Harvest Festival at Laumeier Sculpture Park

The 2017 Harvest Festival celebrates the best Autumn has to offer: delicious fall foods from St. Louis' top restaurants, a farmer's market featuring fresh local produce, locally made arts and crafts, kids' activities, live music and all of the season's splendor in Laumeier's beautiful outdoor setting.

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Parks Food Truck Fest at Laumeier

Eat to your heart's content from some of St. Louis' favorite food trucks at this special event at Laumeier Sculpture Park. Admission is free.

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Superhero Obstacle Course

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Get the Details For The Polar Express in St. Louis This Holiday Season

Christmas may be months away, but St. Louis Union Station has an early gift for everyone who loves the holidays. Due to the overwhelming popularity of The Polar Express Train Ride, St.

Rise Up Festival Celebrates St. Louis with Family-Friendly Fun

On the national stage, St. Louis isn’t always seen in best light. You know, with Toyotas disappearing into sinkholes and movie stars tweeting photos of non-postcard worthy views from the comfort of their four-star hotel rooms. But those of us in the know love St. Louis for all of its envy-inducing traits – the free, world-renowned attractions for families, its thriving arts scene, and its culturally-rich neighborhoods where mom-and-pop shops mingle with award-winning restaurants.

Blanket Fort Festival

Kids can get creative as they build blanket forts, enjoy face painting, listen to folk tales, watch puppet shows, visit the Magical Musical Forest and lots more at this free festival, which hopes to harness the creativity of many to build an interactive playscape the whole family can enjoy.

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Get Organized for the School Year with These Tips From a Pro

As God as my witness, I’ll be more organized this summer, I told myself in May. The kids will clean up after themselves every day without complaint. And I won’t buy another pair of goggles until we find the ones we lost! Lies, all lies. Now that summer is a bust, I wanted to get a head start on the back-to-school chaos. It was clearly time for an intervention.

Missouri Rice Day at GROW

Kids can learn how to grow rice and how it's processed through hands-on demonstrations and arts & crafts activities.

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End of Summer Splash Bash

Celebrate the weekend before many kids go back to school with a pool party!

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Flower Scientist

Kids can learn how a botanist works as they use tools to dissect flowers and explore how flowers benefit the world.

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Celia's Sing Along Dance Party

This world-famous, one-woman show is a rockin', stompin', hollerin', good time for all ages.

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DIY Fidget Spinners Workshop

Make your own custom fidget spinners from a variety of household materials at this free workshop for all ages.

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8 Essential Events for Families This August

The kids may be gearing up for back-to-school, but there's still plenty of summer fun left. Here are our top picks for family-friendly events in August around the St. Louis area:

Wildwood Summer Balloon Glow

See a beautiful balloon glow with five hot air balloons and enjoy lots of kids' activities, like the Bubble Bus and face painting at this community event that benefits the YMCA.

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Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden

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.

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Brewery Lights at Anheuser-Busch Brewery

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Enjoy the iconic lights that adorn the Anheuser-Busch Brewery close up during walking tours. Brewery Lights features more than one million twinkling lights and lots of family friendly activities. New this year is an enhanced parade with Clydesdales and street performers, giant branded nutcrackers and interactive stage performances.

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Breakfast with Santa at Eckerts

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Saturday, November 30, 2024

At Breakfast with Santa at Eckerts, your child can tell Santa their Christmas wishes, have their photo taken with him and decorate some holiday cookies while your whole family enjoys a farm-fresh breakfast.

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Family Sunday at the Saint Louis Art Museum

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.

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Holiday Lights at Grant's Farm: Drive-Through and Walk-Through Experience

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Grant's Farm welcomes visitors this holiday season to the 2024 Holiday Lights Drive-Through and Walk-Through Experiences featuring dazzling light displays, Santa and Mrs. Claus, a 50-foot LED Christmas tree, Clydesdale photos, and more.

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Embark on an Adventure at SLSO's Concert for Kids: Wild Symphony!

Embark on a musical adventure with Dan Brown’s latest surprise, Wild Symphony! Travel through the trees and across the seas to meet a wonderous whale and impatient ponies, busy beetles, and an eager elephant—each with a special secret to share.

COCA Ignites Creativity and Sparks Fun for Kids of All Ages, All Summer Long

Stroll along the Walk of Fame in the Delmar Loop, and you’ll spot the playwrights, actors, and artists who got their start in St. Louis, from Tennessee Williams and Katherine Dunham, to Tina Turner and John Goodman. Just a few steps away and around the corner, a new generation of Gateway City superstars will discover their love for the visual and performing arts this summer.

Farmer's Markets Make Great Family Outings! Here is Your 2024 Guide to Farmers Markets Across the St. Louis Area

A trip to the farmer’s market is a fun outing for the entire family – and it can be educational too. Make plans to visit one (or several) of these top St. Louis farmers’ markets this spring and summer, so that you and your kids can learn more about where your food comes from and indulge in some of the freshest, seasonal produce the St. Louis region has to offer. Plus, many of these markets offer activities just for kids, feature food trucks, welcome dogs, and more.

6 Places to Find Fun on the Farm this Fall

Visiting a farm can be a real adventure for city and suburban kids. Getting up close to and even feeding farm animals can lead to lots of fun and unexpected learning. We've rounded up some tried and true nearby options where your family can spend a day in the country and meet some new barnyard friends.

SUE: The T. Rex Experience to Roar Into the Saint Louis Science Center

This summer. families can meet Sue, the most complete, best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever found, in the Lou! The Saint Louis Science Center will welcome SUE: The T. rex Experience beginning June 8. The special exhibition features the latest scientific discoveries about the species as a whole along as well immersive, sensory exploration of life in the Cretaceous period.