Kids Events & Activities in St. Louis City
Kids and family events inside St. Louis city — Forest Park, the Grove, Tower Grove, Soulard, Downtown and every neighborhood in between.
Serving families in Forest Park, Tower Grove, Soulard, The Hill, Downtown, Central West End and nearby communities. Listings are reviewed by a human and updated every week.
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More filters08/29-08/30 Festival of Nations in Tower Grove Park
Travel the globe without leaving South St. Louis City at the Festival of Nations in Tower Grove Park on August 29 and 30. Admission is free for all...
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...
Great Forest Park Balloon Race
The Friday night Balloon Glow and Saturday afternoon race are both free, and both are unforgettable for small kids. Bring a blanket, arrive early a...
Best of Missouri Market
More than a hundred Missouri growers and makers fill the Garden grounds for one October weekend, with a kids' area and live music. Admission includ...
Soulard Oktoberfest
Free-entry street festival with a family zone, dachshund derby and live music in Soulard. Daytime Saturday is the family-friendly window. Bring cas...
Boo at the Zoo
After-hours trick-or-treating along a lantern-lit zoo path with costumed characters and low-scare decorations. Aimed squarely at families with youn...
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...
Steinberg Skating Rink Public Sessions
The Midwest's largest outdoor rink, sitting in Forest Park with a warming house and concession stand. Rental skates and walkers for first-timers. F...
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...
US Bank Wild Lights
The zoo after dark, strung with light sculptures along a walkable loop with fire pits and hot chocolate. Most animal buildings stay open along the...
Winterfest at the Arch
Downtown's outdoor ice rink in the shadow of the Arch, with skate rental, beginner aids and a light display around the plaza. Weekday afternoons ar...
Garden Glow
A million lights across the Garden with a light tunnel, s'mores stations and the Climatron glowing from inside. The loop is paved and stroller-frie...
Thanksgiving Break Camp at the Saint Louis Science Center
Three days of hands-on science camp covering the front half of Thanksgiving break. Grouped by grade with before and after care available. Members g...
Thanksgiving Day Parade Downtown
Giant balloons, marching bands and floats down Market Street on Thanksgiving morning. Free curbside viewing; grandstand seats are ticketed. Dress i...
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...
Holiday Magic at the Saint Louis Science Center
Seasonal science demonstrations, a holiday planetarium show and winter-themed activity stations. General admission stays free; the planetarium show...
ABC Parent Coaching
Located on Delmar Boulevard in St. Louis, ABC Parent Coaching offers the Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up intervention to help caregivers buil...
Adventures of Intrigue
Located on South Jefferson in St. Louis, Adventures of Intrigue offers immersive, family-friendly mystery adventures and escape-style challenges. S...
Ambrose Family Center Preschool
Serving children ages two to five, this Webster Groves early childhood center offers both full-day care and half-day morning programs. Operating Mo...
Arch City Tutors
Located on Clayton Road in St. Louis, Arch City Tutors offers personalized, concierge-style tutoring services for students of all ages. By matching...
Artscope Classes Homeschool Programs
Located at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis, Artscope offers creative homeschool art programs designed to nurture self-expression and artistic skills...
Atlas Elementary School
Located on South 18th Street in St. Louis, this new elementary school serves curious, creative, and compassionate children. The school focuses on b...
Aurora Photography and Design
Based in the historic Benton Park neighborhood of St. Louis, Aurora Photography and Design specializes in capturing cherished family moments. From...
Ballpark Village and Busch Stadium Statues
Located outside Busch Stadium in downtown St. Louis, Ballpark Village is a fun, free destination for sports fans of all ages. Families can take a s...
Benton Park Spray Fountain
Cool off during the summer months at the Benton Park Spray Fountain, located near South Jefferson Avenue and Arsenal Street in St. Louis. Open dail...
Berra Park Spray Fountain
Located on Macklind Avenue on The Hill, Berra Park Spray Fountain provides a fun, free water play area for young kids from Memorial Day through Lab...
Berry Patch Professional Child Care Center
Located on South Laclede Station Road in St. Louis, this licensed and accredited child care center serves children ages two through six. Families c...
Biome School
The Biome School is a tuition-free public charter school on Olive Street serving kindergarten through fifth-grade students living in St. Louis City.
BTP by Alison (been.there.photography)
Located in the Central West End, BTP by Alison offers professional lifestyle, portrait, and family photography across St. Louis. Alison works with...
Building Futures Boat Building Camp
Youth ages 8 to 15 team up to design and construct boats at this St. Louis workshop on North 13th Street. Open to beginner and returning builders,...
Camp Fins & Friends at the Aquarium at Union Station
Children aged 5 to 12 can explore aquatic life at the St. Louis Aquarium from June 1 through August 7, 2026. Sessions run weekly from 9 am to 3 pm...
CampVibez Summer Youth Enrichment Experience
Students in grades 3 through 8 can participate in STEM activities, Spanish language, and sports at this St. Louis program. Operating weekdays from...
Central Christian School
Central Christian School in Clayton provides an enriching Christian education for children ages 3 through 6th grade. Serving a diverse student body...
Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe
Animal lovers of all ages will adore Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe, located on historic Cherokee Street in St. Louis. Guests can relax, order drinks, and...
Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis Early Childhood
Located in St. Louis, Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis Early Childhood offers quality faith-based care for children ages 2 through pre-kinder...
Christy Park Montessori
Serving children ages two through five, this Loughborough Avenue program offers early learning classes centered on the Montessori approach. Classro...
City Academy
Situated on North Kingshighway Boulevard in St. Louis, this school operates on the core principle that every child deserves access to a high-qualit...
City Cages Baseball Facility
Situated between Cortex and The Grove in St. Louis, City Cages Baseball Facility provides indoor batting cages for individual players, recreation,...
City Garden Montessori Early Childhood
Located on Tower Grove Avenue, this Montessori school offers early childhood education for children ages three to six. The program emphasizes high-...
City Garden Water Features
Located in downtown St. Louis at 801 Market Street, Citygarden's public water features offer a fantastic, free way for kids of all ages to cool off...
City Museum
A salvaged-materials playground the size of a warehouse, with tunnels, slides and a rooftop Ferris wheel. Wear long sleeves and closed shoes — you...
Clayton Early Childhood Center
Situated inside Oak Knoll Park in Clayton, this program provides early education and care in a homelike environment with competitive tuition rates....
College School Early Childhood Program
Situated on Big Bend Boulevard, this program blends experiential learning methods with the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy. Young students eng...
Confluence Charter Schools
Confluence Charter Schools is located on North 10th Street in St. Louis and aims to provide high-quality public education to local students.
Cornerstone Center for Early Learning
Operating on Russell Boulevard, this early learning facility is open weekdays from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm. Programs focus on preparing young children f...
Crossroads College Preparatory School
Situated in the vibrant DeBaliviere neighborhood of St. Louis, Crossroads College Preparatory School serves students in grades 7 through 12. This i...
Dave Moore Photography
Based in the Tower Grove neighborhood of St. Louis, Dave Moore Photography specializes in warm, candid portraits for families, newborns, and childr...
Emmanuel Parent’s Day Out
Located in Webster Groves, this ministry supports young families by providing dedicated care for toddlers ages two and three. Parents can enjoy tim...
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