Arts, Music & Theater

Japanese Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden

Taiko drumming, sumo demonstrations, candy artists and a lantern-lit evening walk through the Japanese Garden. Kids' craft tents run all day. Eveni...

Family Sunday at the Saint Louis Art Museum

Family Sunday at the Saint Louis Art Museum

2026 Saint Louis Art Fair

St. Louis Symphony Family Concert

A one-hour orchestral program designed for young listeners, with an instrument petting zoo in the lobby beforehand. Come 45 minutes early for the p...

The Polar Express Train Ride at St. Louis Union Station

A staged retelling of the story with hot chocolate, dancing chefs and a visit from Santa. Pajamas encouraged and the whole thing runs about an hour...

Gingerbread Village at the Missouri History Museum

A display of elaborate gingerbread St. Louis landmarks built by local bakers and students. Free with free museum admission and free parking. Twenty...

Nutcracker by Saint Louis Ballet

The region's professional Nutcracker with a full orchestra and local student dancers in the party scene. Two hours with intermission — matinees sui...