art activities for kids in St. Louis

Wee Weekend at the Saint Louis Art Museum
Friday, September 5, 2025

Preschoolers can learn, play, explore and grow at the Saint Louis Art Museum's Wee Weekend program for its youngest visitors. Join in on the adventure as your little one discovers new ways of interacting with art and each other. 

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Bad Art Night for All Ages

Can you and your family create truly ugly art? Come to Bad Art Night at the St. Louis County Library and create the worst masterpiece you can think of. Compete to take home the world's ugliest trophy!

 

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Children's Plein Air Paintout in Queeny Park

The Academy of Nature and Wildlife Arts invites ages 3 and up to come paint outdoors in Queeny Park. Come out and see professional artists at work, get inspired, and let youthful creativity flow onto a canvas. Families will also enjoy live music and food trucks, including Blue Fired Pizza and Kona Shaved Ice. The event is free and all materials will be provided. 

 

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Storytime in Forest Park
Monday, July 28, 2025

Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers. 

 

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Farm Friends Meet & Greet at Brookdale Farms
Monday, July 28, 2025
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Take your kids to the farm this summer! At the Brookdale Farms Farm Friends Meet & Greet kiddos can get up close and have snuggle time with friendly farm friends, including baby goats, bunnies, donkeys and more. 

 

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Summerween at The Magic House
Monday, July 28, 2025
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Celebrate Summerween all week long at The Magic House! Beat the heat and get a sneak peek at the fun of fall. Come dressed up in your "funnest" beach attire or Halloween costume – whichever season suits you – and trick or treat throughout the Magic House.

 

 

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