Free Events in St. Louis
Free family events, activities, and outings around St. Louis.
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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...
Parish Picnic at St. Teresa of the Child Belleville
Gather the family for a traditional community festival at St. Teresa of the Child Jesus in Belleville, IL. Taking place on Saturday, August 29, 202...
Wildlife on the Move at Grant's Farm
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is coming to Grant's Farm! Join us for 'Wildlife on the Move,' a first-of-its-kind weekend adventure.
Japanese Festival
Japanese Festival
Family Sunday at the Saint Louis Art Museum
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
Preschool Science Series at the Saint Louis Science Center
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.
Family Sunday at the Saint Louis Art Museum
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
Shark Week at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
Aquarium visitors will be immersed in a world of shark-centered adventures and have opportunities to get up close to the sharks during Shark Week at the St. Louis Aquarium.
2026 Saint Louis Art Fair
2026 Saint Louis Art Fair
The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race
The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race
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...
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...
Legends and Lanterns
Costumed storytellers, folklore characters and lantern-lit streets along historic Main Street. Free to walk, with candy stations and a not-too-spoo...
Trunk-or-Treat at Faust Park
County Parks' free afternoon trunk-or-treat with decorated cars, games and the historic village as a backdrop. Costumes encouraged. Arrive early —...
Way of Lights
A free drive-through display of more than a million lights, with an indoor children's area, camel rides and a Christmas village at the halfway poin...
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...
Christmas Traditions in St. Charles
Dozens of costumed Victorian characters roam ten blocks of historic Main Street, with free daily parades and shop windows made for wandering. Free...
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...
First Day Hike at Castlewood State Park
Missouri State Parks' free New Year's Day guided hike, here along the Meramec River bluffs. Roughly two miles with a stair climb to the overlook. F...
08/28-08/30 Midwest Salute to the Arts in Fairview Heights
Discover fantastic local artwork at Moody Park in Fairview Heights, Illinois from August 28 through August 30. This free, nationally recognized art...
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...
Bluebird Park Disc Golf
Located in Ellisville, the Bluebird Park Disc Golf Course offers a fun, free 9-hole course suitable for beginners and experienced players alike. Su...
Bohrer Spray Fountain
Located in Bohrer Park in South St. Louis County, this spray fountain offers a private water play experience for birthday parties and summer playda...
Brendan's Playground
Located inside Zacharias Park in O'Fallon, Brendan's Playground is a cute, bug-themed, all-inclusive play area designed for kids of all abilities....
Castlepoint Spray Fountain
Cool off during hot summer months at the Castlepoint Spray Fountain in St. Louis County. Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, this free...
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 Hall Park in Dardenne Prairie
City Hall Park in Dardenne Prairie offers a modern, family-friendly outdoor space located directly behind City Hall on Hanley Road. Featuring updat...
Crestwood Park Disc Golf
This 9-hole disc golf course set inside Crestwood Park is a great free activity for kids, teens, and parents. Featuring grass tees and Black Hole P...
Creve Coeur Disc Golf
Spanning 40 scenic, wooded acres across from Creve Coeur Lake in Maryland Heights, this 18-hole disc golf course offers outdoor fun for older kids,...
Creve Coeur Spray Fountains
Located inside Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, this splash pad features fun water fountains designed to keep young kids cool on warm summer days. T...
Des Peres Park
Located in Des Peres, this popular 42-acre park features modern playground equipment, paved walking and jogging trails, and sports fields suitable...
DeSoto Athletic Complex
Situated in De Soto, Missouri, this vibrant athletic complex offers accessible fun for the whole family, featuring dynamic playground equipment, op...
Dunegant Park Disc Golf
Head to Florissant for a family outing at Dunegant Park's 18-hole disc golf course. Perfect for older kids, teens, and parents, this permanent outd...
Eise Park Splash Pad
Beat the heat at Eise Park Splash Pad in Maryland Heights, located near Rose Acres Elementary. Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, this...
Endicott Disc Golf
Situated in St. Louis, Endicott Disc Golf features a full 18-hole course designed by John McCormack. With three distinct tee placements per hole, i...
Forest Park’s Anne O’C. Albrecht Nature Playscape
Nestled near the World’s Fair Pavilion in Forest Park, the Anne O’C. Albrecht Nature Playscape is a free, four-acre outdoor haven for kids of all a...
Fox Park Splash Pad
Located in South St. Louis city, the Fox Park Splash Pad is a neighborhood favorite for cool summertime fun. Ideal for toddlers through young kids,...
Greetings from St. Louis Mural
Snap a fun family photo at the colorful Greetings from St. Louis Mural in the vibrant South City neighborhood. Gracing the side of the Garcia Prope...
Hudson Park Disc Golf
Head to Ferguson for a fun outdoor round at the Hudson Park Disc Golf course. Set within Hudson Park on Hudson Road, this disc golf spot offers ope...
Indian Camp Creek Park
As St. Charles County’s largest park, Indian Camp Creek Park in Foristell is an outdoor paradise for families with kids of all ages. Spread across...
Jaycee Park Discovery Playground
Jaycee Park Discovery Playground in St. Charles features a fun adventure and explorer theme built into the natural hillside. Designed to challenge...
Jefferson Barracks Park Disc Golf
Set on 25 acres of rolling hills under shade trees in South County, Jefferson Barracks Park Disc Golf course features an 18-hole layout enjoyable f...
Kade's Playground
Located in Herculaneum, Kade's Playground is a fully inclusive play space where kids of all abilities can play side-by-side. Designed with accessib...
KidSight Free Vision Screenings
KidSight provides free, quick, and non-invasive vision screenings for children ages 6 months to 16 years. Held at community locations around St. Ch...
Kinetic Park
Kinetic Park in Dardenne Prairie is an action-packed destination for active kids and teens. The park features a traditional playground, a summer sp...
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