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December 7 - 13

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

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. ...

Breakfast with Santa at the St. Louis Zoo

Bring the whole family for a festive holiday experience at Breakfast with Santa at the Zoo. A delightful morning at ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: 1 Government Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Zoo members: $22/child (ages 2-12); $40/adult Non-members: $24/child (ages 2-12); $42/adult Free for children under age 2.
  • Website: stlzoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Fenton

Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure created for parents and little ones to enjoy together. On Sunday mornings ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 631 Gravois Rd., Fenton, MO 63026
  • Cost: $13.99 per child
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with Santa at Piazza Messina

Guess who's coming to town?! SANTA - yes, we know him! Join us for family fun, including a delicious breakfast ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: 5535 Highway N, Cottleville, MO 63304
  • Cost: $24 adults, $16 kids, 4 and under free
  • Website: piazzamessina.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with Santa at the Magic House

This is one breakfast your family is sure to flip over! You and your short stack are invited to join ...

  • 8:30 am 
  • Location: 516 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122
  • Cost: Tickets: $25; Member tickets: $18
  • Website: www.magichouse.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pancakes with Santa at Union Station

PANCAKES WITH SANTA: Enjoy a delicious breakfast and meet Santa Claus this holiday season. Families can reserve a special Pancakes ...

Cookies with Santa at Blossom Play Cafe

Grab your tickets now before they are gone! We will have holiday crafts, a cookie with Santa and a special ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 2 Eagle Center, Ste 2, O'Fallon, IL 62269
  • Cost: $25 per child including 2 adults, $15 sibs
  • Website: blossomplaycafe.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

Little Sliders Club at Slick City

Little Sliders Club is a weekly morning program at Slick City Action Park for children ages 7 and under. Kids ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 17379 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $14.99 per child
  • Website: slickcity.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 ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 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

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 Monday 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

Breakfast with Santa at 612North

Breakfast with Santa is back at 612North! Join us Sunday, December 7 from 10AM-1PM for a morning filled with: • Holiday Breakfast ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 612 N. 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO 63102
  • Cost: Adults: $34.95 Kids(4-12): $19.95
  • Website: order.toasttab.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brunch with Santa and Fredbird at Cardinals Nation

Join us for Cardinals Nation's biggest brunch of the year on Sunday, December 7th! The menu features breakfast and lunch ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 601 Clark Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102
  • Cost: $65 Adult | $25 Children Age 3-11 | Free Children under 3
  • Website: www.mlb.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brunch with Santa at Bartolino's Twin Oaks

Join us Sunday, December 7th, for Brunch with Santa at Bartolino’s Twin Oaks. Breakfast Buffet Pictures with Santa Ticket price includes our delicious ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 1304 Big Bend Rd., Ballwin, MO 63021
  • Cost: See menu for prices
  • Website: resy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brunch with the Grinch at Frankie Martin's Garden

Join us for a mischievously fun holiday morning as the Grinch makes his way to Cottleville! Bring the whole family ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 5372 St. Charles St., Cottleville, MO 63304
  • Cost: $5 per child, breakfast not included
  • Website: checkout.square.site
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Day at Up-Down STL

Join us at Up-Down STL for our family hours! We're opening our doors to those under 21 between 10am and ...

Kimmswick Christmas Festival

Join us in the enchanting town of Kimmswick for a magical Christmas Festival from December 5-7, 2025! Experience the charm ...

Kimmswick Cookie Walk

Step into the magic of the holiday season in Kimmswick! From December 4–7, 2025 join us for the much-anticipated Kimmswick ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 314 Market St., Kimmswick, MO 63053
  • Cost: Tickets are $36.00 each with a $5.00 processing fee per order
  • Website: www.gokimmswick.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Millstadt Weihnachtsfest at St. James Catholic Church

Save the date for Sunday, December 7 at the St. James Parish Center. Craft Fair – Opens at 10:00 a.m. ...

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 ...

Snaps with Santa at O'Day Park Lodge

Celebrate the season with a cheerful holiday event full of festive fun! Meet Santa Claus in person and snap a ...

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

Breakfast with Santa at St. Alban Roe

Join us for breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, juice, and milk. Have your photo ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: 2001 Shepard Rd., Wildwood, MO 63038
  • Cost: $12 per person, kids 5 and under free
  • Website: www.stalbanroe.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Candy Cane Hunt at Wapelhorst Park

Santa’s elves have hidden candy canes in Wapelhorst Park, and it’s up to you to find them! Each child will ...

Family Fun Day at Sky Zone Fenton

Get (4) 90-minute jumps, (1) large pizza & (1) pitcher of soda for $59.99 on Sundays during open jump hours. ...

  • 11:00 am -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 631 Gravois Rd., Fenton, MO 63026
  • Cost: $64.99 for (4) 90 minute jumps, (1) large pizza & (1) pitcher of soda
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Skate at Kinetic Park

Skate into the holidays with Santa at the Skatepark at St. Charles County Kinetic Park. Bring your camera for a ...

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

Train Display at Midwest Money

Come see our free train display, every first Sunday of the month!

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 ...

Open Gym at Power Haus Cheer

Join us for weekly Open Gym. We encourage all athletes to utilize this time to work on any skills they ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 8719 Hanover Industrial Ct., Columbia, IL 62236
  • Cost: $10 per child for non members
  • Website: powerhauscheer.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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1600 Mid Rivers Mall, St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: See website for package pricing
  • Website: shopmidriversmall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Winterfest at Kiener Plaza

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

Winter Workshop at Affton Community Center

Is that sleigh bells we hear? Join us for a fun afternoon at our winter workshop! Pictures with Santa, cookie ...

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

Hairspray at the Grandel

Ignite Theatre Company proudly presents Hairspray, the high-energy musical sensation, running December 4–7, 2025 at the Grandel Theater. Join us ...

Kids Zone at D-Bat

This open gym time for tots ages 6 and under will allow them to play and explore multiple sports with ...

Little Women at the Theatre Guild of Webster Groves

Set in Concord, Massachusetts, the story begins just before Christmas in the midst of the Civil War, with the March ...

Santa at the Yanda Log Cabin

Santa returns to the Yanda Cabin on Sunday, December 7th from 2pm-5pm. Stop in to give him your Christmas List, ...

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 ...

The Nutcracker at Lindenwood University

New Town Dance Academy presents The Nutcracker. A magical holiday ballet for all ages to enjoy! December 6 at 3:30 p.m. ...

Boar's Head Christmas Festival at Peace Lutheran

The 29th Annual Boar’s Head Festival at Peace Lutheran Church will be held Thursday, December 4, at 7:30pm, Friday, December ...

  • 2:30 pm 
  • Location: 737 Barracksview Rd., St. Louis, MO 63125
  • Cost: Free but must pre-register
  • Website: peaceboarshead.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at the New Cathedral

Experience the joy of the music of Christmas in the sonic splendor of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis! St. ...

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 Lindenwood University

A special gift from Lindenwood to you; a free holiday event, fun for the whole family. Lindenwood University is preparing to ...

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 ...

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

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 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

Journey to Bethlehem in St. Clair

Come and experience a live outdoor nativity walk at Eternal Promises Community Church! You won’t want to miss this unforgettable ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1132 Highway TT, St. Clair, MO 63077
  • Cost: Adults $12, Kids $7, under 4 free
  • Website: eternalpromises.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Lighted Parade in Freeburg

The Freeburg Chamber of Commerce and the Freeburg Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting the 4th annual Lighted Parade ...

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

Open Gym at World Class Gymnastics

For two hours your child can explore the gym, jump on the tumbletrak, and play on the equipment, all at ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 2346 Mascoutah Ave, Belleville, IL 62220
  • Cost: $6– members, $10– non-members
  • Website: www.wcgcusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 – Family car $60 – Extended vehicles such as buses or limousines
  • Website: santasmagicalkingdom.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Wentzville's Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade

The Annual Tree Lighting and Spirit of the Season Parade are Wentzville traditions. Mayor Nick Guccione will officially begin the ...

Annual Tree Lighting in Overland

Join the City of Overland as we celebrate our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 7, 2025 at 6:00 pm ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 2561 Woodson Rd., Overland, MO 63114
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: overlandmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll at Fort Zumwalt Park

O'Fallon's favorite holiday tradition is back! Tickets for both the Celebration of Lights drive-through and the Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll are ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1000 Jessup Dr. W., O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: $8 per person; ages 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ofallonmo.gov
  • 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

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

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 ...

Daytime Playtime at Power Haus Cheer

Daytime Playtime EVERY Monday 9-11am. We accept Crawlers to Kindergarten! Older kiddos will not be turned away, but will need ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 8719 Hanover Industrial Ct., Columbia, IL 62236
  • Cost: $5 per child for non members
  • Website: powerhauscheer.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Littles Playtime at Enchanted Playroom

Littles Playtime is an enchanting time is for our friends 2 & under only. This special time will allow them ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1155 Bryan Rd., O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: $12 for the first child, siblings $10. Adults are free
  • Website: www.enchantedplayroom.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

Preschool Play Date at Bounce U St. Louis

$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: 4403 Meramec Bottom Rd., Ste C, St. Louis, MO 63129
  • 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

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

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 ...

Toddler Time at Kokomo Joe's

Recommended for ages 5 & under. Every Monday and Wednesday 11 am-1 pm. Admission includes: Bounce Beach wristband, Kokomo Joe’s grip ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 4105 N. Cloverleaf Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: $10 per child
  • Website: kjfun.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Time at Playtime Arcade & Bar

On Mondays from 11 am to 2 pm and Thursdays from 10 am to 1 pm (holidays excluded), kids aged ...

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

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 ...

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

Meet the Grinch at Enchanted Playroom

Join us for a festive Grinch Meet & Greet at Enchanted Playroom! Kids will have a blast interacting with the Grinch ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1155 Bryan Rd. O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: $25 ($22 per sibling, discounts with families with 3 or more siblings) Children under 1 or over 7 with a paying sibling are FREE 2 Adults are FREE / additional adults are $3 (to be paid for at the door)
  • Website: www.enchantedplayroom.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

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

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 – Family car $60 – Extended vehicles such as buses or limousines
  • Website: santasmagicalkingdom.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 ...

  • 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

Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll at Fort Zumwalt Park

O'Fallon's favorite holiday tradition is back! Tickets for both the Celebration of Lights drive-through and the Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll are ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1000 Jessup Dr. W., O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: $8 per person; ages 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ofallonmo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Build it and Break it at Craig Elementary

Future engineers! Join us for an evening of building, testing and breaking! From towers to bridges, students will be challenged ...

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

Babes in the Woods Giving Back to Nature at Powder Valley

Join us for a fun adventure into the woods behind the bird viewing area. We will create different animal shelters ...

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

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 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

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

Start your day with holiday cheer and play at our special December edition of Toddler Time in the Play Café, ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 516 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122
  • Cost: Tickets: $15; Member tickets: $5
  • Website: www.magichouse.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Art Start at the Foundry

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience ...

Conservation Kids Giving Back to Nature at Powder Valley

Join us for a fun adventure into the woods behind the bird viewing area. We will create different animal shelters ...

Family Playtime At All American Gymnastics

Are you looking for a fun way to get your family moving and spending time together? Join us for Family Playtime! ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 10449 Midwest Industrial Dr., St. Louis, MO 63132
  • Cost: Non-members Pre-register: $15/$11 sibling, Walk-in: $19/$15 sibling
  • Website: app.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Tuesday at We Rock the Spectrum- Edwardsville

Every Tuesday we have special pricing from 10-1 pm for kids 3 and under! Be sure to take advantage of ...

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

Museum Babies Storytelling at the Missouri History Museum

Babies and toddlers ages 2 and younger are invited to join us before Storytelling at the Museum on Tuesday mornings ...

  • 10:10 am - 10:25 am 
  • Location: 5700 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: mohistory.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Acorns Whooo's Hooting? at Rockwoods Reservation

Whooo’s ready to learn about owls? Join us for an owl story book, hands-on activities, crafts, and real owl artifacts. ...

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

Kids Eat Free at the Main Event

Kids eat free every Tuesday when you purchase any menu item for $11.99 or more, all day long! Offer valid ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 17027 N. Outer 40 Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: Free with meal purchased worth $11.99 or more
  • Website: www.mainevent.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 ...

Snake Encounter at Powder Valley

Come meet one of the ambassador snakes who call Powder Valley home. Learn all about that species and hear about ...

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 ...

Preschool Open Gym Jam at St. Louis Gym Centre

Gym Jam “Preschool Open Gym” Ages: 1-4 (w/parents) Tuesdays 11:15 am -12:00 pm & Wednesdays 11:15 am – 12:00 pm Pre-Registration ...

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

Open Gym at Flipside Empire Gymnastics

Open Gym offers a supervised yet unstructured environment where individuals can practice and improve their tumbling skills at their own ...

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 ...

Balloon Twisting Tuesdays With Silly Jilly at Syberg's Chesterfield

Bring the kids to Syberg's in Chesterfield Valley on Tuesday nights for a free balloon animal from Silly Jilly. Plus, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:15 pm 
  • Location: 17416 Chesterfield Airport Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: Free to attend, food available for purchase
  • Website: sybergs.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Fun Night at Syberg's- St. Peters

Join us every Tuesday for Family Fun Night with kids eat FREE & Spunkybeans. **5pm – 8pm dine in, no ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 5856 Suemandy Rd., St Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: Kids Eat Free
  • Website: sybergs.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

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

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 – Family car $60 – Extended vehicles such as buses or limousines
  • Website: santasmagicalkingdom.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 ...

  • 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

Here Comes Santa Claus: A Christmas Story Time

Join us for stories, a game, and a craft -- all about Santa! (Unfortunately, due to his busy schedule, Santa will ...

  • 6:00 pm -  6:45 pm 
  • Location: Jefferson County Library Arnold Branch 1701 Missouri State Rd Arnold Mo 63010
  • Cost: free
  • Website: jeffcolib.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll at Fort Zumwalt Park

O'Fallon's favorite holiday tradition is back! Tickets for both the Celebration of Lights drive-through and the Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll are ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 1000 Jessup Dr. W., O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Cost: $8 per person; ages 2 and under are free.
  • Website: www.ofallonmo.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Cookie Decorating at Kellison Elementary

One of the sweetest parts of the holidays? Cookies! In this festive drop-off program, kids will create cookie-themed crafts and ...

Santa's Workshop: Handmade for the Holidays! at Carman Trails Elementary

Step into the magic of the season when you become a part of Santa's Workshop! Little elves (a.k.a. kids) are ...

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

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 ...

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

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

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

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

Parent Tot Playtime at Flipside Empire Gymnastics

Join us for our Parent Tot Playtime! Parent Tot Playtime is a fun place for your tot to run, jump, ...

Stories & Songs for Little Ones at Ferguson Public Library

Join us for some stories and songs for your littlest readers! We'll also enjoy some time to play and make ...

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

Storytime at Barnes & Noble- Fenton

Join us every Wednesday for storytime in our Children's Department. We always have fun listening to new and classic stories, ...

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 ...

Toddler Time at Kokomo Joe's

Recommended for ages 5 & under. Every Monday and Wednesday 11 am-1 pm. Admission includes: Bounce Beach wristband, Kokomo Joe’s grip ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 4105 N. Cloverleaf Dr., St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Cost: $10 per child
  • Website: kjfun.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Preschool Open Gym Jam at St. Louis Gym Centre

Gym Jam “Preschool Open Gym” Ages: 1-4 (w/parents) Tuesdays 11:15 am -12:00 pm & Wednesdays 11:15 am – 12:00 pm Pre-Registration ...

Family Fun Day at Slick City

Experience the ultimate Family Day at Slick City Action Park! Slide into a day of excitement and action with activities ...

  • 1:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 17379 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, MO 63005
  • Cost: $84.99
  • Website: slickcity.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

Critters in the Winter at Broemmelsiek Park

What critters are active in the winter? Discover Missouri’s wintering wildlife at Critters in the Winter with the St. Charles ...

Unlimited Laser Tag at Amp Up Action Park

On Wednesdays, have a "blast" with your friends from 4-9 p.m. with all-you-can-play laser tag for just $19.99 plus tax. ...

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 13901 Manchester Rd., Town and Country, MO 63011
  • Cost: $19.99/person
  • Website: ampupactionpark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Family Night with Fredbird at Cardinals Nation

Bring your family down to Cardinals Nation select Wednesday nights for Family Night from 5:00pm-9:00pm. Kids eat FREE per adult ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 601 Clark Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102
  • Cost: Kids eat free with the purchase of adult meal
  • Website: www.mlb.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

Holiday Gift Workshop at Shrewsbury City Center

This holiday season, let your child experience the true joy of giving by creating handmade, heartfelt gifts for family and ...

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

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

Drive Through Holiday Lights at Grant's Farm

Experience the magic of Grant’s Farm decked out in its holiday finest as you drive through millions of dazzling lights. ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 10501 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123
  • Cost: $29 plus tax = $30.25 per car
  • Website: orders.grantsfarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gingerbread Workshop at the Brentwood Community Center

Join us for a sweet family tradition — each registration includes all the supplies needed to build and decorate one ...

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

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 – Family car $60 – Extended vehicles such as buses or limousines
  • Website: santasmagicalkingdom.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

Holiday Arts and Ornaments at Geggie Elementary

Celebrate the season with holiday arts and ornaments! Create something special to share with family and friends or keep it ...

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

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 ...

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

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

Tot Time at Washington Public Library

Join us on Thursdays for Tot Time, with stories and activities for children 3 and under. There are two sessions: ...

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

Fish Tales at the Ballwin Pointe

Looking for a fun way to spend your late morning with your toddler? Join us at The Pointe for story ...

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

Start your day with holiday cheer and play at our special December edition of Toddler Time in the Play Café, ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 516 S. Kirkwood Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122
  • Cost: Tickets: $15; Member tickets: $5
  • Website: www.magichouse.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Messy Play Date at Schroeder Park

Consider this your invitation to get messy! Join us for an hour of messy, child-led fun (with none of the ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 359 Old Meramec Station Rd., Manchester, MO 63021
  • Cost: $25
  • Website: secure.rec1.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Time at Playtime Arcade & Bar

On Mondays from 11 am to 2 pm and Thursdays from 10 am to 1 pm (holidays excluded), kids aged ...

Tumbling Tots at the Eureka Community Center

This hour-long program on the second Thursday and third Wednesday of each month is a time for littles to get ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 333 Bald Hill Rd., Eureka, MO 63025
  • Cost: $9 R/ $10 NR
  • Website: www.eureka.mo.us
  • 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

Little Crafters at Affton Community Center

Monthly crafting classes for kids 2-7. Classes will take place on Thursdays. This program is geared towards stay at home ...

Science Tots at the Science Center

Research shows that children grow socially, academically, and emotionally in play-based learning environments with caring adults. Our Preschool Science Series ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Member Child $10 Non-Member Child $12
  • Website: www.slsc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Dance Party at Edwardsville Children's Museum

Toddler Dance Party at 10:30! Come get your groove on! *Free for members or with paid admission for non-members*

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 722 Holyoake Rd., Edwardsville, IL 62025
  • Cost: Admission: $10 children ages 1-12; $8 ages 13 and older
  • Website: edwcm.org
  • 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 ...

Homeschool Hangout at Power Haus Cheer

EVERY Thursday from 1-3pm we have Homeschool Hangout. Come Run, Jump, and Play with other homeschool kiddos! *Parents are required to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 8719 Hanover Industrial Ct., Columbia, IL 62236
  • Cost: $5 per kiddo
  • Website: powerhauscheer.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kid's Night Out at Swing-A-Round Fun Town

Join us every Thursday for KID'S NIGHT OUT! Swing by every Thursday from 4-8pm and enjoy the exclusive deal of ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 335 Skinker Ln., Fenton, MO 63026
  • Cost: $10.99 per child
  • Website: sarfuntown.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Gym at Flipside Empire Gymnastics

Open Gym offers a supervised yet unstructured environment where individuals can practice and improve their tumbling skills at their own ...

Open Gym at Power Haus Cheer

Join us for weekly Open Gym. We encourage all athletes to utilize this time to work on any skills they ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 8719 Hanover Industrial Ct., Columbia, IL 62236
  • Cost: $10 per child for non members
  • Website: powerhauscheer.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Art Club at the Foundry

Back by popular demand, the Foundry Art Centre Art Club is an opportunity for kids to explore, invent, experiment and ...

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

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

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

Drive Through Holiday Lights at Grant's Farm

Experience the magic of Grant’s Farm decked out in its holiday finest as you drive through millions of dazzling lights. ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 10501 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123
  • Cost: $29 plus tax = $30.25 per car
  • Website: orders.grantsfarm.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

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 – Family car $60 – Extended vehicles such as buses or limousines
  • Website: santasmagicalkingdom.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 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

Ornament Decorating at the Ballwin Pointe

Bring the whole family together for a fun and festive ornament decorating class! Each participant will get to decorate 5 ...

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

Holiday Arts and Ornaments at Wren Hollow Elementary

Celebrate the season with holiday arts and ornaments! Create something special to share with family and friends or keep it ...

Holiday Cookie Decorating at Ridge Meadows Elementary

One of the sweetest parts of the holidays? Cookies! In this festive drop-off program, kids will create cookie-themed crafts and ...

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 ...

Starry Night at Babler State Park

Step into the night air and experience the sky like never before! Learn to navigate the stars, discover constellations, planets, ...

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

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

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

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 ...

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

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

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 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, ...

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! ...

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

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 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 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 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 ...

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'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 ...

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. ...

Breakfast with Santa at the Barn at Brookdale Farms

Start your holiday morning with Santa himself at Brookdale Farms in Eureka, Missouri! Enjoy a pancake and sausage breakfast served with ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: 2547 Twin River Park Rd, Eureka, MO 63025
  • Cost: • Kids $35 (Ages 3-13) • Adults $20 (Ages 14+) • Kids under 3 are FREE, but must have a ticket!
  • Website: www.brookdalefarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with Santa at the St. Louis Zoo

Bring the whole family for a festive holiday experience at Breakfast with Santa at the Zoo. A delightful morning at ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: 1 Government Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Zoo members: $22/child (ages 2-12); $40/adult Non-members: $24/child (ages 2-12); $42/adult Free for children under age 2.
  • Website: stlzoo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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

This holiday season, dine with Santa and Mrs. Claus at our very merry breakfast buffet. Join us in the historic ...

Pancakes with Santa at Union Station

PANCAKES WITH SANTA: Enjoy a delicious breakfast and meet Santa Claus this holiday season. Families can reserve a special Pancakes ...

A Day in Bethlehem at SunRise Church

Step back in time and experience the Christmas story in a whole new way! Walk through a bustling Bethlehem marketplace, ...

Breakfast with Santa at Meramec Ambulance

Join us for a holly jolly morning at Meramec Ambulance District Station 1 (429 East Osage Street in Pacific) on ...

Breakfast with Santa at the St. Peters Rec Plex

Santa would like to invite you to join him for breakfast in the Rec-Plex North Food Court! Good boys and ...

Candy Cane Hunt at the Pavilion at Lemay

Santa's elves have hidden candy canes in Jefferson Barracks Park, and we need your help finding them! Join us for ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 305 Gregg Rd., Lemay, MO 63125
  • Cost: The fee is $5/per child and pre-registration is required! You can register by calling us at 314-615-8877 or online
  • Website: mo-stlouiscounty.civicrec.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 ...

Gingerbread House Party at Bridgeton Rec Center

Children between ages 4-10 and a special adult in their lives come celebrate the holiday season by joining us for ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 4201 Fee Fee Rd., Bridgeton, MO 63044
  • Cost: $10/Resident and $12/Non-Resident
  • Website: www.bridgetonmo.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pancakes with Santa at Little Seedlings Academy

Come join Santa at Little Seedlings Academy for a pancake breakfast! Get photo ops with Santa, time for your little ...

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 ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 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

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

Candy Cane Hunt at Kirkwood Park

Santa’s reindeer have been busy dropping candy canes in Kirkwood Park! Everyone will get a goodie bag and have an ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 111 S. Geyer Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122
  • Cost: R $10 NR $13 child if pre-registered by Sun, Dec 7. R$15 NR $19 child if pre-registered by Wed. Dec 12 at 4:30 p.m.
  • Website: recreation.kirkwoodmo.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Kimmswick Elf Hunt Weekend

Santa’s Elf will be visiting Kimmswick on the weekends of December 13-14 and December 20-21, 2025! Children can participate in ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 314 Market St., Kimmswick, MO 63053
  • Cost: $10 + $3 fee, includes story book, elf guide, and gift bag
  • Website: www.gokimmswick.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 ...

Play Date at the Contemporary Art Museum

Join us at the Museum for a Play Date on the second Saturday of each month for safe creative play ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 3750 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
  • Cost: Free, registration encouraged
  • Website: camstl.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa at Westport Plaza

Santa Claus is coming to Westport! Bring the whole family to Westport Plaza for a free holiday event you won’t ...

UMSL Frost Fest!

Join the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL) and the Office of Student Involvement on a Saturday morning for ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: UMSL Millennium Student Center, 17 Arnold B Grobman Dr., St. Louis, MO 63121
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.umsl.edu
  • 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 Celebrations at the St. Louis Art Museum

Winter celebrations is inspired by holiday traditions from around the world. It is a free, family-friendly festival that features different ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1 Fine Arts Dr., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.slam.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

Cuentos en el Museo 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

Science Tots at the Science Center

Research shows that children grow socially, academically, and emotionally in play-based learning environments with caring adults. Our Preschool Science Series ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: 5050 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
  • Cost: Member Child $10 Non-Member Child $12
  • Website: www.slsc.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Free Kids Craft at JC Penney

This is a pick-up and take-home event. Kids can stop by any time during the hour to pick up the ...

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 ...

Steam Club at Rock Hill Public Library

School-aged children are invited to join us for STEAM club, which includes hands-on experiments and activities to learn all about ...

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

Storytime at Neighborhood Reads

Join us every Saturday for storytime!

YogiSmart Kids Yoga - Lewis & Clark Library Branch

Through art, music, games, and other joyful activities, we weave together healthy habits, movement, and social connection—making yoga a playful ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 9909 Lewis and Clark Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63136
  • Cost: Free but must pre-register
  • Website: www.yogismart.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Market at Old Bakery Beer Company

Kick off the season with this Thanksgiving-themed market highlighting handmade home goods such as candles, cutting boards, pottery, and trivets, ...

  • 11:30 am -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 400 Landmarks Blvd., Alton, IL 62002
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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 ...

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 All Ages Cookie Decorating at Sweet Scarlet Baking

Learn to beautifully decorate sugar cookies with royal icing. No experience is necessary. Each student takes home 3 cookies that ...

Second Saturdays at the Foundry

Bring the entire family to the Foundry for a fun activity-filled afternoon! Enjoy a tour of our current exhibitions and ...

Sustainable Holidays: Gifts and Games at Rockwoods Reservation

Are you on the hunt for some fun, handmade gifts for your loved ones this year? Looking to minimize spending ...

Window Walk in the Central West End

Experience the magic of the holidays at the Central West End’s annual Window Walk! Window Walk is a month-long celebration, ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Maryland & Euclid, St. Louis, MO 63108
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: cwescene.com
  • 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 ...

  • 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

Santa Skate at Brentwood Ice Rink

Ho-ho-ho—guess who’s at the Ice Rink — SANTA!! Join for a very special visit with Santa. We will have a ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 2505 S. Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, MO 63144
  • Cost: R $8/NR $10, Skate Rental $2
  • Website: www.brentwoodmo.org
  • 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

Chooks with Books Chicken Storytime at the Kingshighway Branch

Chicken Storytime. Need we say more? Bring the family for some Saturday stories and the possibility to see some live ...

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 ...

Nutcracker On Ice at Webster Ice Arena

Watch the classic story of The Nutcracker come to life on the ice! Over 150 skaters from all over the ...

Nutcracker Tea Party at Central Studio

Join us for a magical day filled with holiday cheer, delicious delights, and enchantment at our beloved Nutcracker Tea Party! ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 5617 Pershing Ave., St. Louis, MO 63112
  • Cost: EARLY BIRD TICKETS: $38/child $8/parent AFTER FRI DEC 4: $45/child $12/parent (2024 pricing)
  • Website: www.centralstudiostl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Skate at Kennedy Rec Complex

Santa can't wait to see all of you on the rink! Join us for Skate with Santa on Saturday, December ...

  • 2:15 pm -  4:15 pm 
  • Location: 6050 Wells Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128
  • Cost: $6/child (4 - 12) $8/adult (13 - 64) plus Skate Rental: $3/person
  • Website: stlouiscountymo.gov
  • 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 ...

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! ...

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 ...

Journey to Bethlehem at First Baptist in Troy

Step back in time and walk the dusty streets of ancient Bethlehem. Feel the tension of Roman rule, hear the ...

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 ...

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

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 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

Hillsboro Christmas Parade

Mark your calendars! The Christmas Parade is always a fun time! Be sure to join us after the parade at ...

Open Gym at Storm Elite Cheer & Gymnastics

Join Coach Blake for our Welcome Back Open Gym. We are looking forward to seeing you soon. Use the link ...

Parent's Night Out at Fitness Made Fun

How about a night out? You can do some shopping, go on a date, go to a movie, or just ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3101 Recreation Dr., Washington, MO 63090
  • Cost: Pre-Registration Pricing: $20 1st Child and $15 for each additional sibling. At-The-Door Pricing: $25 1st Child and $20 for each additional sibling.
  • Website: www.fitnessmadefunmo.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

  • 5:30 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

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

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

Lighted Parade in St. Clair

The Main Street Christmas parade will start at 6:00 pm. The parade starts at N. Main Street by US Bank. The ...

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

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

Swiftie Swim Night at the Lodge Des Peres

“And my waves meet your shore, ever and evermore…” Grab your friends and join us for a T-Swift Par-tay at ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1050 Des Peres Rd., Des Peres, MO 63131
  • Cost: $15 per person, including observers
  • Website: secure.rec1.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

House Springs Lighted Christmas Parade

Annual House Springs Lions Christmas Parade through the town of House Springs. The parade will start at 7:00 pm. The ...

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 ...

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
December 7 - 13
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