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Santa at Mid Rivers Mall

Visit Santa's Workshop at Mid Rivers Mall for a magical holiday experience the whole family will remember. Santa's Workshop is ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 1600 Mid Rivers Mall, St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: See website for package pricing
  • Website: vipholidayphotos.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'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 ...

Toddler Time at We Rock the Spectrum- Fenton

Join us for toddler time on Saturdays from 8-10 am! Do your toddlers wake up at the crack of dawn? ...

Breakfast with Santa & Mrs.Claus at Grant's Farm

Visit Santa and enjoy a breakfast buffet inside our beautiful and historic Carriage Haus. This holiday season, dine with Santa ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: 10501 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123
  • Cost: $31 for ages 3-12, $41 for ages 13+ (children 3 and under are free)
  • Website: orders.grantsfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Time at Mac's Family Fun Time

Toddler Time is intended for children 6 and under with a parent/caregiver. Admission to toddler time includes a playground pass, ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 13229 US Hwy 40, Highland, IL 62249
  • Cost: $15 per visit or $40 for all 4
  • Website: macsfamilyfun.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Preschool Science Series at the St. Louis Science Center

Our Preschool Science Series will become an open exploration Learning Lab for Small Scientists on June 4! The new program ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.slsc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

A Christmas Dream at the Wildwood Hotel

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Dream Time Princess Events at A Christmas Dream! Join us for a festive ...

Moolah Feztival of Trees

Bring your family to the 8th Annual Moolah FEZtival of Trees at Moolah Shrine Center, with over 45 exquisitely decorated ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 12545 Fee Fee Rd., St. Louis, MO 63146
  • Cost: Admission is just $2 per person, with kids 12 and under “FREE”, and there is plenty of FREE parking for your convenience.
  • Website: tcaastl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Gym at AGA American Gymnastics Academy

Burn Energy. Practice Skills. Have Fun! Looking for something active and exciting for your child? Open Gym is supervised free-play time where ...

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 ...

Stories & Crafts at the Maplewood Public Library

Join us for a Friends & Family themed story time with craft.

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

Storytime at Neighborhood Reads

Join us every Saturday for storytime!

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

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 ...

  • 11:45 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

Christmas Traditions in St. Charles

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

Winterfest at Kiener Plaza

Presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, Winterfest is a beloved St. Louis winter tradition that brings holiday ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 601 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63101
  • Cost: Free, some activities cost
  • Website: www.archpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Gym at Barron Gymnastics

Open gym is for members and nonmembers 14 months through 22 years of age. Children in kindergarten and younger must ...

  • 1:00 pm -  1:55 pm 
  • Location: 5411 Jedmed Ct., St. Louis, MO 63129
  • Cost: $15 per child
  • Website: barronsports.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Nutcracker Ballet at Dance Center of Kirkwood

The magic of the season comes to life in this stunning production of the Nutcracker Ballet. Colorful costumes, breathtaking music, ...

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 ...

  • 1:30 pm -  2:30 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

All Ages Open Bounce at Bounce U St. Louis

Admission charged for any child under 18 years. 1 adult is FREE with a paying child. Children must be able ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4403 Meramec Bottom Rd., Ste C, St. Louis, MO 63129
  • Cost: Mon-Fri $12.95+ tax. Sat-Sun $14.95+ tax. Admission charged for any child under 18 years. 1 adult is FREE with a paying child
  • Website: www.bounceu.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dinosaur Invasion at the Eureka Branch

Drop-in and celebrate with dinosaur-themed activities. A Dinovember program. Children and families.

St. Louis Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Touhill

World-class ballet meets cherished holiday tradition as Saint Louis Ballet presents The Nutcracker—St. Louis’ favorite holiday production—returning Thanksgiving weekend and ...

Brewery Lights at the AB Brewery

Witness and experience the magic of more than a million twinkling lights during the 41st 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

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 ...

  • 5:00 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

Garden Glow at 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 
  • 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

Holiday Night Lights at Rotary Park- Drive Thru

The holiday season is almost here, and that means Holiday Night Lights is returning to Rotary Park! Save $5 on ...

  • 5:00 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. $20 at the gate
  • Website: www.wentzvillemo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Jingle all the way through the Zoo as you marvel at dazzling light displays, roast s’mores over firepits, and meet ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1 Government Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: $16 Zoo Members; $19 General Admission Free for children 0-23 months
  • 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: $15 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

For 57 years, the night shines brightly at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows. Every year the annual Way ...

  • 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 2026 season! Come see over 1 million LED ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1905 Collinsville Rd., Fairmount City, IL 62201
  • Cost: $35 per car (up to 7 passengers) ​ Children Age 3 & Under: FREE!
  • Website: www.wonderlightschristmas.com
  • Category: Family Fun

GLOW in the Dark Lighted Holiday Parade in Waterloo

The GLOW in the Dark Lighted Holiday Parade has become a beloved holiday tradition in our community, and we welcome ...

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 - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: 5300 Fox Creek Rd., Eureka, MO 63025
  • Cost: $35 per car, $40 on Saturdays · cash only, paid as you exit
  • Website: www.santasmagicalkingdom.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Celebration of Lights at Fort Zumwalt Park

Experience the magic of O'Fallon's cherished holiday tradition, Celebration of Lights at Fort Zumwalt Park! Running from November 27th through ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1000 Jessup Dr. W., O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: Car: $18 Van: $40 Bus: $65
  • Website: www.ofallonmo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Illuminated Parade in O'Fallon IL

Welcome to SantaFest, the 2026 O’Fallon Illuminated Holiday Parade! This year’s theme: “Will the Real Santa Claus Please Stand Up?” We’re filling Downtown ...

Parent's Night Out at Power Haus Cheer

Want a nice quiet night to yourselves while the kids have fun? Send them to Power Haus for our Parent's ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 8719 Hanover Industrial Ct., Columbia, IL 62236
  • Cost: $15 per child
  • Website: powerhauscheer.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Pajama Party at We Rock the Spectrum Fenton

Grab your Christmas jammies and join us for Santa, hot cocoa & sensory-friendly play! No long lines, no pressure for photos, ...

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 -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 19020 Straughn Rd., Farmington, MO 63640
  • Cost: $15 per vehicle, Large vans $25
  • Website: www.snowmanlane.com
  • 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

Owl Prowls at the World Bird Sanctuary

Come over to the dark side and meet those amazing birds that exist by moonlight. Owl Prowls offer an exciting ...

After Hours at Slick City

Turn up your weekend with “After Hours” at Slick City Action Park. During After Hours, the park transforms into a ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 17379 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $29.99
  • Website: slickcity.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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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