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Santa at Plaza Frontenac

Make this holiday the best one yet! Take fun pictures with Santa, find gifts you know your family will love, ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 1701 S. Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: whereissanta.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa's Wonderland at Cabela's

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are proud to invite families to the beloved tradition of visiting Santa Claus this holiday ...

Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s is proud to invite families to the beloved tradition of visiting Santa Claus this holiday ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 1365 S. 5th St., St. Charles, 63301 and 3600 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63127
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.basspro.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa at West County Center

We are excited to continue the tradition of hosting Santa to meet and greet all kids and kids-at-heart. We encourage ...

Santa at South County Center

We are excited to continue the tradition of hosting Santa to meet and greet all kids and kids-at-heart. We encourage ...

Santa at the St. Louis Galleria

It’s the most wonderful time of the year — Santa’s here! Make this holiday merry and come visit the Big ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 1155 St. Louis Galleria St., St. Louis, MO 63117
  • Cost: See website for prices
  • Website: whereissanta.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa's House in Belleville

Santa's House resides at Belleville's public square as a safe place for children and families of the community to visit ...

Open Play at TotSpot Social

TotSpot Social is more than a play place for little ones; it’s a sanctuary for balanced moments of fun and ...

Gingerbread Decorating at Shattered Glass Designs

Create a gingerbread house made out of gingerbread and paint a Pottery ornament while enjoying a sweet treat! *All materials provided *Ornaments ...

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Ballwin

Our Littlest Leapers and their parents can enjoy a fun, high-energy play time together, at a special rate! Children 6 & ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 14820 Manchester Rd., Ballwin, MO 63011
  • Cost: $17.99/child
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Shrewsbury

We understand trampolines are fun but big kids and toddlers don’t always mix. Little Leapers offers a dedicated time when ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 7375 Watson Rd., Shrewsbury, MO 63119
  • Cost: $12.99 for 1st Child + $8.99 for Parent or Additional Child
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Play At We Rock The Spectrum - Fenton

We Rock the Spectrum provides children with a fun and motivational environment to help them in the areas of strength, ...

Open Play at Wild Sprouts

Check out our monthly jam-packed schedule! We are excited to start offering themed open play, crafts, and sensory bins! Don't ...

Open Play at Your Village

Our Play Village is in an indoor play space where imagination knows no bounds! Children can step into a world ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 78-82 Clarkson Wilson Center, Chesterfield, MO 63017
  • Cost: Children 1 and up - $12/child 6 months to 1 year - $4/child 6 months and under - free
  • Website: play.yourvillagestl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Creation Station at the National Museum of Transportation

Creation Station, an interactive transportation-themed play and educational area for one-to-five-year-olds, is open Wednesday through Friday, 9:15, 10:30, and 11:45 ...

  • 9:15 am 
  • Location: 2933 Barrett Station Rd., Kirkwood MO 63122
  • Cost: $3 per person, 12 months-adult, along with purchase of museum admission.
  • Website: tnmot.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Train Display at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum

Explore local history this holiday season when you visit the St. Charles County Heritage Museum’s annual train display! Bring your ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1630 Heritage Landing, St. Charles, MO 63303
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sccmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Merry Moves: A Chess Inspired Pop-Up at the World Chess Hall of Fame

Enjoy family fun, crafts, cookies, and more during "Nice Hours," or indulge in adult cocktails and snacks during "Naughty Hours." ...

The Nutcracker & The World's Fair at the Edison Theatre

Clara and her sisters eagerly prepare for bed on Christmas Eve. After discovering a special walnut trinket, the family is ...

Tot Time at the Arnold Rec Center Indoor Pool

Friday means Tot Time at Arnold Parks and Recreation! This includes the following areas of the indoor pool – River/Vortex, ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1695 Missouri State Rd., Arnold, MO 63010
  • Cost: $6 per person NM, 4 and under free
  • Website: www.arnoldmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Water Waddlers at the Lodge Des Peres

Drop in for Water Waddlers in October, November, and December! Enjoy a morning of fun at the indoor tot pool ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1050 Des Peres Rd., Des Peres, MO 63131
  • Cost: FREE/Member; $5/Resident; $7/Non-Resident
  • Website: www.desperesmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Weirdly Wonderful Holidays at the City Museum

Weirdly Wonderful Holidays is a whole month of winter holiday fun! With larger-than-life light displays outside on MonstroCity and throughout ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 750 N. 16th St., St. Louis, MO 63103
  • Cost: Included with general admission which is $20 per person in advance, ($23 at the door), under 3 free
  • Website: citymuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Winter Wonderland at Big Joel's Safari

Big Joel's Holiday Safari is your chance to visit the park during the Holiday Season! The big change for 2025 ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 13187 State Hwy M, Wright City, MO 63390
  • Cost: $12 per person, ages 13 & up $10 per person, ages 2-12 plus tax Children under 2 Free
  • Website: www.bigjoelsafari.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Storytelling at the Missouri History Museum

Storytelling programs at the Missouri History Museum engage our youngest visitors and their families with songs, movement, traditional and contemporary ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5700 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: mohistory.org
  • Category: Family Fun

12th Annual Christkindlmarkt in Belleville

This open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville's Public Square features European vendors, German food and beverages, and entertainment and demonstrations. ...

Homeschool Hop at Sky Zone Fenton

Join us on Fridays for Homeschool Hop! Get 90 minutes of jump time for $14.99 a jumper! Homeschool Hop is ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 631 Gravois Rd., Fenton, MO 63026
  • Cost: $14.99 per child
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Homeschool Social at Slick City

Homeschool families! Add some action to your lesson plan with thrills & fun every Friday from 11 am - 1 ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 17379 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $15.99 for 120 mins
  • Website: slickcity.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa at Mid Rivers Mall

We are excited to continue the tradition of hosting Santa to meet and greet all kids and kids-at-heart. We encourage ...

Story Time with Mrs. Claus & Santa at the Magic House

Experience holiday magic with a special visit from Mrs. Claus, traveling all the way from the North Pole! Mrs. Claus ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: 516 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122
  • Cost: Included with admission which is $15 per person over 1.
  • Website: www.magichouse.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Time at Altitude Glen Carbon

Toddler time is a great way to release some energy! Monday thru Friday from 11 am-1 pm, bring your toddler ...

Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym

Open Gym is an opportunity for any child to have supervised free play in the gym. They can work on ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 12802 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, MO 63141
  • Cost: Currently enrolled in classes are FREE. Not currently enrolled are $15 and kids under 1 year old are free.
  • Website: misskellysgym.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Play at Ultimate Ninjas

Get out all of their energy on our obstacle and agility courses! Practice and explore a variety of obstacles, fine-tune ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 140 Long Rd., Suite 130, Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $15 per child
  • Website: ultimateninjas.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Photos with Santa at Eckert's Belleville

The stockings are hung, the wish list is made and the Spirit of Christmas is alive. Now all you need ...

  • 3:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 951 S. Green Mount Rd., Belleville, IL 62220
  • Cost: $20 per family (includes one photo). Additional photos $10 each.
  • Website: eckerts.ticketspice.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gingerbread House Decorating at Taste Buds Kitchen

Don’t miss our must-do fall and winter holiday experience! Create lasting memories as each child designs their own gingerbread house ...

Santa and Sirens in Ferguson

Santa’s coming to town with the help of the Ferguson Fire Department, Ferguson Police Department, and Ferguson Parks and Recreation! ...

Winterfest at Kiener Plaza

Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, ...

Christmas Candlelight Walks at Historic Daniel Boone Home

This holiday season, step back in time during The Historic Daniel Boone Home’s annual Christmas Candlelight Walks. The historic village ...

The Polar Express at Union Station

An important St. Louis holiday tradition is bringing joy to families this year. THE POLAR EXPRESS™ train ride returns to ...

Cocoa and Cookies with Santa at MADE for Kids

Cocoa & Cookies with Santa Dates: Dec. 12 & 13 Time Slots: 5 – 6:30 p.m. & 6:30 – 8 p.m. Cost: Free, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 5127 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
  • Cost: Free but must register
  • Website: www.magichouse.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with Santa at Eckert's Belleville

Make this holiday season unforgettable with a Breakfast with Santa at Eckert’s Belleville Farm, located just minutes from St. Louis. ...

Brewery Lights at the AB Brewery

Witness and experience the magic of more than a million twinkling lights during the 40th annual Brewery Lights at the ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1200 Lynch St., St. Louis, MO 63118
  • Cost: $12 adults, $7 kids 6-20, free for kids 5 and under
  • Website: www.budweisertours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Featuring more than two million dazzling lights, Garden Glow transforms the iconic setting of the Missouri Botanical Garden into an ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: 4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Garden Glow admission varies by date (see calendar for specific times and pricing).
  • Website: www.missouribotanicalgarden.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Swimming Under the Lights at the Heights

Take a dip under holiday lights with festive music at this one-of-a-kind pool party! Enjoy cheerful decorations, tasty snacks, refreshments, ...

U.S. Bank Wild Lights at the St. Louis Zoo

Winter nights are better together, and Wild Lights is a wonderful night to share. See what's NEW at the Zoo ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1 Government Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: See above
  • Website: stlzoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Walk Through Holiday Lights at Grant's Farm

Experience the magic of the holidays like never before! Wander through millions of dazzling lights, enjoy festive music, and make unforgettable ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 10501 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123
  • Cost: $12 per person over 3 plus parking of $17 in advance
  • Website: orders.grantsfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Way of Lights at Our Lady of the Snows

Wintertime sparkles at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows as the Annual Way of Lights Christmas display illuminates ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 442 S. DeMazenod Dr., Belleville, IL 62223
  • Cost: Free to drive through (donations accepted). See website for costs of pony and camel rides and carriage rides.
  • Website: snows.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Winter Wonderland in Lebanon, IL

Lebanon's Winter Wonderland of Lights displays a mixture of colorful lights with beautiful cut-outs depicting scenes and whimsical adventures. This ...

Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park

Slowly meander through over a million glimmering lights fashioned into over 100 displays of festive characters and winter scenes. Enjoy ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9551 Litzsinger Rd, St. Louis, MO 63124
  • Cost: Family vehicle - $20 Limousine or Van (15 person capacity) - $60
  • Website: stlouiscountymo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

WonderLights at World Wide Technology Raceway

WonderLight's Christmas is returning to the greater St. Louis area for the 2025 season! Come see over 1 million LED ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1905 Collinsville Rd., Fairmount City, IL 62201
  • Cost: $30.00 per car (up to 7 passengers) ​ Children Age 3 & Under: FREE!
  • Website: www.wonderlightschristmas.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Night Lights at Rotary Park- Drive Thru

The annual Wentzville Holiday Night Lights display at Rotary Park opens on Friday, Nov. 28 through Dec. 30. Enjoy a ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 2577 W. Meyer Rd., Wentzville, MO 63385
  • Cost: $15 for vehicles holding up to six passengers; $1 per additional persons after the sixth.
  • Website: www.wentzvillemo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Merry Swiftmas at Imagination Pottery

Join us for a party celebrating our endless love for Taylor Swift and Christmas! This event will be filled with ...

Santa's Magical Kingdom at Jellystone Park

Santa’s Magical Kingdom is like no other place on earth! Experience a glorious celebration of more than FOUR MILLION shimmering ...

  • 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 5300 Fox Creek Rd., Eureka, MO 63025
  • Cost: $35 – Family car $60 – Extended vehicles such as buses or limousines
  • Website: santasmagicalkingdom.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Supper with Santa at The Butterfly House

Before making his big trip around the world, Santa is stopping by the Butterfly House! Enjoy a delicious Pasta House ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 15050 Faust Park, Chesterfield, MO 63017
  • Cost: $30 Garden Members $24 Garden members' children (ages 3–12) $36 adults (ages 13 & over) $28 children (ages 3–12) FREE children (ages 2 & under)
  • Website: www.missouribotanicalgarden.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Candlelight Stroll at Thornhill at Faust Park

It may be cold, it may be dreary but Thornhill in Faust Park is decorated and waiting for you to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 15025 Faust Park Dr., Chesterfield, MO 63017
  • Cost: $8 in advance (on sale until December 7), $10 at the gate. $5 per children ages 4-12 (under 4 are free)
  • Website: mo-stlouiscounty.civicrec.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Celebration of Lights at Fort Zumwalt Park

Celebration of Lights is a holiday light display held at Fort Zumwalt Park in O'Fallon, Missouri. Each scene is designed ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1000 Jessup Dr. W., O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: Car: $16 Van: $35 Bus: $50
  • Website: www.ofallonmo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas Traditions on St. Charles Main Street

For half a century, this festival has made the holiday spirit of the past come to life for the young ...

Christmas Wonderland in Alton

Hear the sleigh bells jingle and see 4 million lights twinkle against the beautiful backdrop at Rock Spring Park's Christmas ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 2116 College Ave., Alton, IL 62002
  • Cost: The suggested donation is $10 for cars and small vans or $1 per person for vehicles holding more than 10 people.
  • Website: www.riversandroutes.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kid's Night Out at Stacey's Gymnastics

Drop off the kids (age 4-10) for their fun night out, while you go out yourself! The night includes: Tumbling, ...

Kid's Night Out at the Ferguson Community Center

Drop your kids off for a night of fun! Ages 5-13. September 26 Mini Carnival October 10 Pumpkin Carving November 21 Movie Night December 12 Holiday Party

Lights of Christmas at First Arnold

Lights of Christmas is an awe-inspiring presentation of the true gift of Christmas and has something for the entire family. ...

Open Gym at Hi-NRG Gymnastix- Chesterfield

Our coaches are eager to help children reach their full potential! Hi-NRG open gyms are STRUCTURED and highly supervised by ...

Overland Christmas Light Trolley Tour

Get ready for some holiday fun! We're excited to announce our popular Annual Christmas Trolley Tour is back and we ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: 9225 Lackland Rd., Overland, MO 63114
  • Cost: $5 per person/children 5 and under are free on lap
  • Website: www.overlandmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Parent & Tot Playtime at LittleBits Gym at Cheer STL

Come let some energy out at our new parent and tot playtime on Friday nights! Make sure to register on ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1930 Trade Center Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: $10 per family
  • Website: cheerstl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parent's Night Out at Bounce U Chesterfield

Drop the kids off for 3 1/2 hours of supervised fun! There will be LOTS of bouncing, plus pizza, drinks ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 17365 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $29 1st child, $25 sibs
  • Website: www.bounceu.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parent's Night Out at Hi-NRG Gymnastix- Lake St. Louis

Schedule some errands, go out to eat and enjoy your night out knowing your kids are in for a gym-tastic ...

Parent's Night Out at Miss Kelly's Gym

Does your child need somewhere fun and safe to play? Do you need a night out or just some peace and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 12802 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, MO 63141
  • Cost: Member: $30/child Non Member: $35/child All siblings are HALF PRICE!
  • Website: www.misskellysgym.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parent's Night Out at the St. Peters Rec Plex

Enjoy an evening off while we entertain your kids! Drop them off for a fun-filled evening of games, ice skating, ...

Snowball Blizzard Blitz at Renaud Center

Tired of being stuck at home? Come to the Renaud Center on December 12th for our Snowball Blizzard Blitz! Participants ...

Snowman Lane in Farmington

Drive through SNOWMAN SCENE park. Unique scenes for your viewing pleasure. Opens Thanksgiving, then open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 19020 Straughn Rd., Farmington, MO 63640
  • Cost: $15 per vehicle - Pay at Gate "Cash preferred, upcharge for CC" Large vans and Buses Extra
  • Website: www.snowmanlane.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Play at Ultimate Ninjas

Get out all of their energy on our obstacle and agility courses! Practice and explore a variety of obstacles, fine-tune ...

Owl Prowl at Rockwoods Reservation

Who’s that hooting it up each December evening?? Owls that’s who. You will learn what makes them such effective nighttime ...

The Christmas Experience: A Drive Through at Pathfinder Church

Over the course of two weekends, Friday and Saturday, you’re invited to drive through the Pathfinder Church campus along a ...

Christmas Parade and Party in Union

Held at Union City Auditorium at 500 E. Locust, starting after the parade at 7:00 pm. Bring the family for ...

Glow at Sky Zone Shrewsbury

We’re different after dark. Lasers, music, and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7375 Watson Rd., Shrewsbury, MO 63119
  • Cost: $23.99 for 120 mins
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Illuminated Echoes at COCA

Illuminated Echoes is a full-length dance work created by award-winning artist Tommie-Waheed Evans for COCAdance, COCA’s modern and contemporary pre-professional ...

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at St. Charles Community College

Join us for a heartwarming holiday classic that’s sure to dazzle the entire family! Irving Berlin’s White Christmas tells the ...

The Nutcracker at Wydown Middle School

Experience the Nutcracker presented by Dimensions Dance Center. Join us for a wonderful winter family tradition! All ages are welcome! ...

Sounds of the Season at the Touhill Center

Experience the magic: The Ambassadors of Harmony’s Sounds of the Season 2025. This December, step into a world of wonder ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1 Touhill Circle, St. Louis, MO 63121
  • Cost: $22 and up
  • Website: aoh.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at O'Fallon Theatre Works

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical is the story of the Herdmans, who are the worst kids in the ...

Glow at Sky Zone Fenton

Friday Night Glow Zone is fun for all ages & families. GLOW Zone includes GLOW temporary tattoos, jumbo Jenga, glow ...

  • 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 631 Gravois Rd., Fenton, MO 63026
  • Cost: $29.99 for 120 minutes of jump time [SkySocks ($3.99) and Sky Zone GLOW shirt ($5.99) required, and can be reused]
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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