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Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.

Valentine's Day workshops at Yucandu Art Studio allow kids to express their creativity and bring home amazing Valentine's Day projects! Workshops are for kids in kindergarten through grade 5.

Children ages 4 to 9 can sign up to read to a therapy dog. This program is free and sponsored by Pet Partners.

Attend the Winter Open House at the Waldorf School of St. Louis for a detailed look into what it is like to be a student at the school. Participate in an Early Childhood circle time, and attend a social studies class led by the Grades' teachers and more! This is your chance to meet WSSL teachers and learn more about their training, methodologies, and commitment to supporting each student’s unique educational journey.

More than a dozen ice carvers will fill two blocks of North Main Street in St. Charles and create works of ice art at this outdoor ice-carving festival.

All animals are important, but did you know that some even shape their habitat? At President's Day Camp: Keystone Critters at the Saint Louis Zoo, campers will learn about the incredible animals called keystone species. From a massive elephant to a small prairie dog, campers will learn how the world would not be the same without these incredible animals.

The Loop Ice Carnival is a festival full of icy fun for all ages. Held on Delmar Blvd. in University City, the carnival features live ice carving demonstrations, 50+ ice sculptures, ice slides and ice games for kids, snowflake ballerinas, beloved Blues mascot Louie, live music, an all new drone show and lots more.

Bring your kids to the Missouri History Museum for the Winter Getaway for free activities, family films and live music just for kids. 

Learning is truly transformative when extended beyond the walls of the traditional classroom. Nestled in 11 acres of woodland, prairie, and creek in Town and Country, Raintree School immerses tiny humans in a living classroom where project-based learning thrives, and each child undergoes a unique educational journey. 

Calling all superheros! Grab your capes and fly to The Magic House for an action-packed evening with some of your favorite superheros. 

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Yucandu Art Studio. Kids in grades K-5 can celebrate with arts & crafts projects. Kids will love the glitter slime!

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 80s pop classic Back to the Future on the big screen with the St. Louis Symphony performing the score live at Powell Hall. Arrive early to take photos with Marty McFly and a DeLorean!

Santa is coming to Play Street Museum for photos with kids, and reading to kids! Everyone is welcome to come dressed in their pajamas just like Saint Nick himself! Space is very limited so each child will have a chance to interact with Santa and have their picture taken. Each child will take home a gift from Santa too. Morning snacks will be provided. 

The Pet-acular Holiday Bazaar is a family-friendly event, especially for dogs and kids! This St. Louis favorite returns to the state-of-the-art Purina Event Center the weekend of Dec. 2-3 and offers fun for all ages, including a Kids' Activity Area and photos with Santa. 

Let your kids have creative fun at Yucandu Art Studio over winter break! There will be three projects for each child to make using a variety of materials.

Your little one can wear pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal as they develop literacy skills during Pajama Story Time with the St. Louis County Library.  

Have a pizza party with Santa! Kids can hang out with Ole' Saint Nick and enjoy pizza, cookie decorating, crafts, and take pictures with Santa at this evening event.

Young revelers who may not be able to stay awake until midnight to celebrate the New Year can ring in 2024 at Noon Year's Eve, a free celebration for kids and families at the Missouri History Museum. 

Steinberg Skating Rink in beautiful Forest Park is the largest outdoor ice skating rink in the Midwest. Skating is open to the public all day, every day, including holidays during the season, Nov. 17, 2023 - March 3, 2024.