At the Saint Louis Zoo's annual holiday shopping event, the Holiday Zootique, you can browse unique, conservation-oriented gifts and get your holiday shopping done while visiting the Zoo! At the Holiday Zootique, members receive a discount and complimentary gift-wrapping services will be available.
Shoppers can enjoy coffee, punch and snacks during the day, and wine, hors d'oeuvres and samples of STL Zoo Bier in the evening. You'll find lots of great gift ideas, like the 2023 Saint Louis Zoo ornament, and gifts that do good, like reusable bags, and accessories that benefit conservation and climate change solutions organizations.
The Holiday Zootique will be held on Friday, November 7 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Treetop Shop in the Living World, located at the Zoo's north entrance on Government Drive.
More information: stlzoo.org
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.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
At Sensory Friendly Night at Boo at the Zoo, families can enjoy festive decorations, Zoo attractions, entertainers, special food and drink menus and more in an environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. This special night will mirror the traditional Boo at the Zoo experience, but also includes sensory maps, quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assists guests.
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!