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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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Kid's Day Out at the Heights

Are you looking for a place for your kids to stay busy and active when they are off school? Join ...

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 ...

Cocoa and Cookies Kids Day at Shattered Glass Designs

Paint your own cocoa mug while enjoying cookies, and create a watercolor winter painting. All Ages Welcome Parents are asked to stay ...

Elf Land at Thies Farm

"ELF LAND" is our winter play area for kids! Slide down Santa's chimney, find your way to the Elf workshop, ...

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 & ...

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

Craftibility Class at the Grande Creve Coeur

Come join us for a craft to do with individuals in memory care. We sing, craft and do bubbles. To ...

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 ...

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." ...

Playdoh Friday at Kirkwood Public Library

Smoosh, roll, squeeze and create with play-doh! Sign-up required. Ages 2 – 5 years Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am ...

Preschool Play Date at Bounce U Chesterfield

$9.95 Admission charge for any child 6 years and under. 1 adult is FREE with a paying child. Children must ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 17365 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $9.95 Admission charged for any child under 6 years. 1 adult is FREE with a paying child.
  • Website: www.bounceu.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Songs & Stories at the Maplewood Public Library

Songs and stories for babies, toddlers and caregivers/

The Discovery Room at the St. Louis Science Center

The Discovery Room has new features and experiences! Research shows that children grow socially, academically, and emotionally in play-based settings ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Ages 0 – 11 Month Free- Ages 1 and up $6
  • Website: www.slsc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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, Holiday Events

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, Holiday Events

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 ...

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. ...

Festive Friday at the St. Louis Art Museum

SLAM will celebrate the holiday season with free concerts, tours, gallery activations, and art-making activities every Friday from November 28 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Energy Stage at the Science Center

The Energy Stage pulls its inspiration from the joule, a unit of energy from which many things can be brought ...

  • 11:15 am 
  • Location: 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.slsc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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, Ongoing Programs

CSI: Conservation Scene Investigation at Tower Grove Park

A conservation crime has been committed! Uncover the mystery by engaging in scientific investigations to determine what really happened. Discover ...

Kids Holiday Ceramic Class at Wildwood Green Arts

This is a 1.5-hour workshop. Create your masterpiece and add glaze colors right away! We will then bisque fire and ...

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 ...

Santa at Farmers & Merchants Bank Eureka

Join us Friday, December 19th, from 2–4 p.m. for a fun-filled afternoon the whole family will love! Petting Zoo — ...

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 ...

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 ...

Winterfest at Kiener Plaza

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

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 ...

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 ...

Free Family Nights at The Magic House @ MADE for Kids

The Magic House, MADE for Kids hosts Free Family Nights every third Friday of the month from 5:00 – 8:00pm. ...

Free Family Nights at the Magic House

The Magic House hosts Free Family Night every third Friday of the month from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. These special ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, Holiday Events, Free

Winter Wonderland in Ferguson

Join us at the community center for this outdoor event featuring: Santa & Mrs. Claus The Grinch Carolers Hot Chocolate Vendor Village Balloon Twister Lots of Lights!!! And ...

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 ...

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 ...

Dinner with Mrs. Claus at the St. Louis Zoo

Mrs. Claus is your host for this year’s dinner, alongside other holiday costumed characters. In addition to a warm meal, ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: 1 Government Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Members- $29/child (ages 2-12) $47/adult (ages 13+) (Non-member) $31/child (ages 2-12) $49/adult (ages 13+)
  • Website: stlzoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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, Holiday Events

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 ...

St. Louis Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Touhill

Saint Louis Ballet’s The Nutcracker has become a cherished holiday tradition for thousands of families across the region. Each December, ...

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, Holiday Events

Telescope Night at The Nature Institute

Have an old telescope laying around, but never use it? Always wanted to look at the universe through a telescope, ...

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 ...

Christmas PJ Party at Almost Picasso

Get your tickets now to our 3rd annual Christmas Pajamas Paint Party. Happening December 19th!

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, Holiday Events

Gift Workshops at Yucandu 3rd-6th

You drop off the kids & they become creative elves. In THREE hours, they make & wrap THREE different & ...

Ignite Pool Party at the Ballwin Pointe

NO PARENTS ALLOWED!! We will have a blast playing, eating and swimming. Pizza, drinks, and desserts will be provided. Pre-registration ...

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, ...

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 ...

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

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, Holiday Events

Third Friday Fun at Craft Alliance

On the third Friday of every month, Craft Alliance joins the other organizations of the Delmar Maker District to celebrate ...

Third Friday at Third Degree Glass Factory

Sure, those holiday pop-up bars are cool and all, but do they have this? Grab a specialty cocktail at our ...

Third Friday at the Delmar Maker District

Grab your bae and join us for an evening of amazing glass demonstrations. Enjoy a handcrafted cocktail and live music ...

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings at the Link Auditorium

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never before in St. Louis. ...

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 ...

Cosmic Skate at Webster Ice Arena

Join us most Friday nights for our Cosmic Skates! Skate to the latest hits over LED lights embedded into the ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 33 E. Glendale Rd., Webster Groves, MO 63119
  • Cost: $8 per person, $2 skate rental
  • Website: wgparksandrec.com
  • Category: Family Fun

DJ Skate at the St. Peters Rec Plex- Holiday Themed

Join us for a fun DJ skate before the Thanksgiving holiday break! These special public ice skating sessions include games, ...

Friday Night Public Stargazing at Broemmelsiek Park

On a clear night, bring your family, scout group, or organization to the Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Viewing Area in Defiance, ...

Galactic Glow Skate at the Brentwood Ice Rink- Holiday Hits

The rink turns the lights down and lets the funky, fun disco lights take center rink. Put on your neon ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2505 S. Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, MO 63144
  • Cost: R $6/NR $8 per person, skate rental $2
  • Website: www.brentwoodmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Stranger Things Skate at Great Skate

Get ready to listen to some of your favorite 80's hits and step into Hawkins at Great Skate!

  • 7:00 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 130 Boone Hills Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: $9.00 Admission $4.00 Skate Rental
  • Website: greatskaterocks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Wizard of Oz at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center

We're off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to ...

In Unison Christmas Concert at Powell Symphony Hall

Celebrate the season with this spectacular performance by gospel legends the Clark Sisters, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and the ...

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at the Fox Theatre

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for 40 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis ...

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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