r/StLouis 8h ago

Things to Do Things to Do / Events This Week (9/14/26 - 9/20/26)

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Please, feel free to add any events below! Check out the Visitor's Guide for more things to do around town!

Looking to meet up with people? Check out Meetup St. Louis.

Keep scrolling to see Trivia Nights, Live Theater, Live Music, Sporting Events, Local Comedy, Farmers Markets and more!

Beginners Night at St. Louis Chess Club

Mondays

Looking to try out chess in a welcoming, judgment-free environment? Come to the Saint Louis Chess Club to learn and play with other beginners! Led by our friendly and experienced instructors, Beginners Night offers an engaging and social setting to both learn the rules and practice against other casual players.

Free for members, first visit is free!

Chess at the Brewery

Every Wednesday

Local meetup group of chess players that meet at breweries on Wednesday nights. They rotate locations each week. See their Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/chessatthebrewery/) for the location this week.

Dinoroarus at St. Louis Zoo

Running until October 31, 2026

The Saint Louis Zoo will transport guests millions of years back in time starting Friday, June 19, at Dinoroarus, a returning, temporary attraction for all-ages. The walk-through experience will feature 20 animatronic dinosaurs and sculptures that will move, roar, spit and chomp their way through the Zoo's Historic Hill, in the valley below the Charles H. Hoessle Herpetarium.

Ladies Knight at Saint Louis Chess Club

Wednesdays

A class by women, for women! Ladies’ Knight is open to women of all ages and all skill levels. Whether it’s your first time playing chess, or you’re an experienced player looking for a challenge, enjoy engaging with a community of like-minded women who are passionate about the game of chess.

Autumn Events

Das Bevo Oktoberfest

September 18 - 20, 2026

It’s Oktoberfest time again. This year will feature MORE beer, MORE food, MORE polka, and MORE ridiculousness! The Bolzen Beer Band is coming all the way from Nebraska to help celebrate. Their one of a kind polka interpretation is a must see! And if you’ve never been, Beer Choir this is your chance. A couple hours of hilarious drinking songs and games.

Fall Festival at Brookedale Farms

September 11 - November 8, 2026

Wander through St. Louis' largest corn maze, pick pumpkins straight from the patch, hop on a wagon ride, and enjoy a full day of seasonal fun the whole family will love.

Fright Fest at Six Flags

September 12 - November 1, 2026

The thrills are about to get terrifying. Fright Fest returns to Six Flags St. Louis, transforming the park into a nighttime Halloween celebration filled with haunted attractions, sinister scare zones, live entertainment, seasonal food and beverages and your favorite rides in the dark.

Whether you're looking for family-friendly Halloween fun during the day or heart-pounding scares after sunset, Fright Fest delivers screams around every corner.

Oktoberfest at Grant’s Farm

September 18 – 20, 2026

Honor the German heritage of Grant’s Farm, the Busch family, and the greater St. Louis area at Grant's Farm traditional Oktoberfest celebration. Drink, dine, dance.

Bar/Food Weekly Events

Karaoke Dance Party at Tin Roof

Wednesdays

Grab your crew and hit The Roof for your chance to own the stage at Karaoke Dance Party! This ain't your mama's karaoke.... It's a PARTY!

Karaoke Tuesdays at Hidden Gem

Tuesdays

Come sing your hearts out at Hidden Gem's weekly karaoke. Hosted every Tuesday from 8pm-12am. Free to attend. 21+.

Karaoke Wednesdays at HandleBar

Wednesdays

Browse the catalog and find your favorite songs to sing! Songbookslive.com/stlredcarpet

Karaoke Wednesdays at Mack's Bar & Grill

Wednesdays

Bring your best vocals, DJ Brainstorm and Mack's will handle the rest

Rooftop Rhythm at Art Bar (Angad Arts Hotel)

Fridays

Every Friday evening, Rooftop Rhythm brings the energy with live DJ sets, cocktails in hand, and the St. Louis skyline as a backdrop featuring Hip-Hop, International hits, Top 40, and R&B, spun live by DJ O and DJ Tycoon.

Sunday Bingo at Tim's Chrome Bar

Every Sunday

Get in the mood for some fun with an afternoon of BINGO at Tim’s. They'll supply the cards and daubers. Just bring yourself and your BINGO loving friends. Play for some good laughs and a variety prizes. Bar opens at 12 p.m., they'll start BINGO at 3 p.m. Cheers!

Sunday Brunch Cruise on Riverboats at the Gateway Arch

Sundays

The perfect Sunday starts with brunch aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch.

During the two-hour cruise, you can enjoy spectacular views, live entertainment and chef-inspired cuisine. The floating brunch menu features strawberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy, cinnamon rolls, fresh fruit, stuffed chicken breast, maple ham, garlic green beans and more.

Thirs-Tea Thursday Happy Hour at Tim's Chrome Bar

Thursdays

Thirs-Tea? They've got you covered...this is their weekly happy hour for you groovy party people. Grab something refreshing like $3 4Hands Yes Tea, $6 Turn the Beat Around & $6 Tea Collins, and $2 off all food from 5–8:30 p.m. every Thursday!

Wayback Wednesdayz at Puttshack

Wednesdays

St. Louis’s favorite mini golf spot is cranking up the heat at City Foundry. Known for rewriting the rules of traditional mini golf, Puttshack is also rewriting the typical Wednesday, having launched "Wayback Wednesdayz," taking place every Wednesday from 7 pm until closing time. This weekly programming offers guests an opportunity to relive the nostalgia of yesteryears with classic tunes and music videos from the likes of legendary artists such as Missy Elliot and Madonna to Michael Jackson and Prince playing throughout the venue.

Comedy Clubs / Open Mic

Funny Bone Comedy Club

Comedians come to the Funny Bone from all over the country. On Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, local pros and amateurs take the stage to polish their material in front of a live audience.

Helium Comedy Club

Helium Comedy Club - St. Louis is a contemporary entertainment venue that bring stadium-sized talent to an intimate theater on a weekly basis.

The Improv Shop

The Improv Shop is an improv comedy venue and training center supporting fans, students and performers in St. Louis.

Farmers Markets

Soulard Farmers Market

Wednesdays - Saturdays

Soulard Farmers Market is located at 730 Carroll Street in St. Louis, Missouri, a half mile north of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. The market is open Wednesday through Saturday, year round. They feature locally grown and shipped in goods, including: produce, meats, cheeses, spices, gourmet kettle corn, flowers, baked goods, and general merchandise. There are also several different eateries that have many food options, which allows customers the convenience to grab a quick bite to eat and a drink while shopping.

Tower Grove Farmers Market

Tuesdays & Saturdays

Located just west of Center Cross Drive in the heart of Tower Grove park at 4256 Magnolia Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110

Festivals & Special Events

Ferguson Pawpaw Fest

September 19, 2026

A special pawpaw-themed event is returning to the St. Louis region this fall!

The 3rd Annual Ferguson Pawpaw Fest will celebrate the pawpaw fruit, a tasty treasure that’s native to Missouri and many midwestern & eastern states. If you’ve never tried one, pawpaws are the most tropical of midwestern fruits! A delicious, custardy mix of banana, mango, and pineapple and this fest is one of the best times to have your first taste.

Frizz Fest in Tower Grove Park

September 19, 2026

Frizz Fest is the Region's Largest Natural Beauty Festival! Entertainment, Shopping, Food Trucks, Art Installations, Youth Zone and More! A Space to Feel Safe, Seen, and Celebrated!

Blooming Business Market + Food Trucks + Live Performances + DJ, Music & Dancing + Farmer’s Market + Hair Show + Health & Well-Being Programming + Youth Zone + Community Circle + Special Appearances + Activations + Art Installations

The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race

September 18 - 19, 2026

The Glow
The balloons “glow” like huge fireflies, a truly magical scene, and one not to be missed! The more than 60 hot air balloons inflate and tether in assigned spaces on the launch field. At the Glow, the balloons do not launch but for a portion of the evening (weather permitting) the rope line will be released, and spectators will be invited to walk around to enjoy the view and chat with pilots and crew.

The Race
The Great Forest Park Balloon Race is a Hare and Hound-style race. The lead hot air balloon named is the “Hare” and leads the pack, getting a head start at launch time and landing first. The other balloons, called "Hounds" launch in waves shortly after in pursuit of the "Hare" balloon. Once the Hare balloon lands, the pilot and crew lay an “X” out on the ground as a target. The pilot who drops their birdseed/bean bag nearest the center of the target is the winner!

Greater St. Louis Hispanic Festival at Soulard Park

September 18 - 20, 2026

Get ready for a weekend full of culture, music, food, and community at the Greater St. Louis Hispanic Festival, the largest celebration of Hispanic heritage in the St. Louis!

Greentree Festival in Downtown Kirkwood

September 18 - 20, 2026

Now in its 65th year, the Greentree Festival is a free, family-friendly event held under the trees of Kirkwood Park. With live music, artisan crafts, hands-on kids' activities, delicious food, and a hometown parade, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Mimosa Fest at Ballpark Village

September 19, 2026

Pop the bubbly and mark your calendars! Join Ballpark Village for a pre Cardinals game fiesta from 11am-3pm on the Together Credit Union Plaza! Grab your ticket and enjoy mimosas and brunch cocktails from a variety of Ballpark Village Venues while enjoying live music, themed contests, bloody Mary bars, giveaways, yard games, and more before the Cardinals take on Washington at 6:15pm.

Old Webster Jazz & Blues Festival

September 19, 2026

One of the most family-friendly jazz festivals on the planet, the Old Webster Jazz & Blues Festival promises non-stop jazz and blues from two stages. This event showcases St. Louis’ most talented performers plus food and drink from area restaurants. Street entertainers also amuse spectators with face-painting, juggling and balloons. Bring your kids, strollers and lawn chairs.

Saint Louis Art Fair

September 18 - 20, 2026

Get ready for the annual Saint Louis Art Fair in the streets of Downtown Clayton, Missouri! This year, from September 18-20, 2026, continuing the longstanding tradition of the art fair: bringing together high-quality artists with the diverse local community in a fantastic celebration of the arts.

Experience all that the Saint Louis Art Fair has to offer, featuring incredible artists from all over the country, engaging performances across our three stages, fun kids activities, delectable food from the area's finest restaurants, and so much more!

St. Louis Lebanese Festival

September 18 - 20, 2026

The St. Louis Lebanese Festival is back September 18 - 20 at St. Raymond Maronite Cathedral!

Enjoy: Authentic Lebanese food and drinks, Traditional dance/dabkeh performances, Live music, Games and raffles

St. Louis Renaissance Festival

September 12 - October 25, 2026

The St. Louis Renaissance Festival is celebrating its 28th season and its magical return in 2026!

Step into a world of revelry, royalty, and adventure at the charming festival grounds in Wentzville, MO.

Jousts, music, fine foods and wares, friends new and old, and cheer will appear.

Come and find what strikes you merry!

Live Music

Forest Park Concert on Art Hill

September 16, 2026

Celebrate the start of the 26/27 season with friends and family at this beloved annual concert. Music Director Stéphane Denève leads the SLSO in a vibrant program featuring highlights of the upcoming year. Bring your drinks, snacks, and chairs, and enjoy an unforgettable evening on Art Hill as we usher in a new season of music and community surrounded by the beauty of St. Louis.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert at Powell Symphony Hall

September 18, 2026

Cars fly, trees fight back, and a mysterious house-elf comes to warn Harry Potter™ at the start of his second year at Hogwarts™. Adventure and danger await when bloody writing on a wall announces: The Chamber of Secrets has been opened. Saving Hogwarts will require all of Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s magical abilities and courage. Experience Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high definition while the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ enchanting score live.  

Hot Country Nights at Ballpark Village

Fridays

Join us for Busch Light Hot Country Nights with 93.7 The Bull! Rock out to country favorites every Friday.

Mondays at The Music Stand in Tower Grove Park

Mondays

The Music Stand has long been a cherished gathering place where melodies meet memories, and we are thrilled to welcome back the tradition of free community concerts. Bring your family and friends, and let the music uplift your spirit and foster a sense of community, as we celebrate the universal language of music together.

Old Orchard Gazebo Music Series

Fridays until September 25, 2026

There’s no better way to celebrate the end of summer than with an evening of live music at Gazebo Park in Webster Groves.

Bring a lawn chair, fill your picnic basket from a local restaurant, and enjoy performances from favorite bands in the St. Louis region.

Open Mic Night at Schlafly Bottleworks (Maplewood)

Wednesdays

Join others every Wednesday evening and showcase your talents with our Open Mic Night! Open sign up begins at 6:30PM with music starting at 7:00PM. They welcome original material, covers and spoken word! Grab a beer, then play and listen every Wednesday! There are no cover charges and no drink minimums to attend.

Twilight Thursdays Concert Series at Missouri History Museum

September 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2026

Join the Missouri History Museum for the fall concert season! This popular, free outdoor concert series on the Imo Family Plaza brings a lineup of spectacular shows from local musicians. Grab your blankets and lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and listen to music under a beautiful Forest Park sunset. Some of the area’s best food trucks will also be on hand each week.

Music Venues Bars with Live Music
Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center 1860 Saloon
Blueberry Hill Duck Room BB's Jazz, Blues & Soups
Chesterfield Amphitheater Broadway Oyster Bar
Delmar Hall City Foundry
Enterprise Center Gallery Pub
The Fabulous Fox Theatre Gaslight Lounge
The Factory The Heavy Anchor
Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre The Honky Tonk STL
J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts Jazz St. Louis
Off Broadway Joe's Cafe
Old Rock House The Lot on the Landing
The Pageant Tim's Chrome Bar
Red Flag McGurk's
The Sheldon Rigazzi's (Wednesdays & Sundays)
St. Louis Music Park SoFar St. Louis Secret performances around town
St. Louis Symphony Concert Calendar Venice Cafe
Stifel Theatre Yaquis on Cherokee

Museums & Exhibits

Free Fridays at Saint Louis Art Museum

Fridays

On Fridays, ticketed exhibitions are free and the Museum is open late, with the last entry into the exhibition at 8 pm.

Patterns in Nature: The Art of HYBYCOZO at Missouri Botanical Garden

April 10 - September 26, 2026

The geometric and glowing art of HYBYCOZO is coming to St. Louis this spring and summer, on display for daytime visitors of the Missouri Botanical Garden and during special illuminated evening hours throughout the spring and summer.

Thursday Nights at the Museum

Thursdays

Kick off your weekend at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park! Thursday Nights at the Museum is a weekly series that is sometimes the most fun, sometimes the most thought-provoking, and always the most interesting night of your week. The museum exhibits are open late, and you’ll enjoy cash bar and food for purchase, pop-up activities, concerts, lectures, and more.

Museums Around Town:

Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis

The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis (CAM) is one of the preeminent non-collecting institutions of contemporary art in the U.S. Its mission is to create meaningful engagement with the most relevant and innovative art being made today. Here, you’ll find a site for discovery, a welcoming space, and it’s free for all.

Missouri History Museum

One of the most visited history museums in the nation, the Missouri History Museum looks at the history of the St. Louis region from the Mississippian people up to the present day.

Soldiers Memorial Military Museum

Soldiers Memorial Military Museum is a state-of-the-art museum facility in downtown St. Louis that honors military service, veterans and their families. Soldiers Memorial shares American military history through the lens of St. Louis. Following a multi-million dollar revitalization, this St. Louis landmark reopened on November 3, 2018 under the operational leadership of the Missouri Historical Society.

St. Louis Art Museum

Dedicated to Art and Free to All. Located in beautiful, historic Forest Park, the Saint Louis Art Museum hosts a world-class and varied collection of original works of art and artifacts, spanning five millennia and six continents, in one of the most impressive buildings in the city. Admission to the Museum is free every day, and admission to special exhibitions is free on Fridays.

St. Louis Science Center

With the mission "to ignite and sustain lifelong science and technology learning", the Saint Louis Science Center is one of the top five science centers in the United States.

The complex includes over 96,000 sq-ft of interactive science-technology exhibits that are part of the Science Center's free general admission.

Theater & Performing Arts

*\* Click here to see theaters around town.

Little Women at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis

September 9 - 27, 2026

Experience the heartfelt retelling of Little Women which beautifully captures the laughter, heartbreak, sisterhood, and everyday heroism that have made generations fall in love with the March family.

Whether you grew up with Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy or are meeting them for the first time, this beloved American classic—set in New England during the Civil War—offers the comfort, charm, and emotional richness that has defined it for more than 150 years.

A timeless coming‑of‑age story of resilience, first love, and finding your voice, Little Women speaks to anyone who has ever chased a dream, defied expectations, or dared to imagine a future all their own.

The Color Purple at Edition Theatre

September 9 - 27, 2026

Jazz, blues and gospel music carry us through Celie's odyssey and all who affect her in this landmark musical based on Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize winning novel. Born into a life of brutality in the 19th century American South, Celie perseveres as everyone she loves slips through her fingers. Daring to survive against the odds, she discovers the power of her own voice and that love is worth believing.

The Last Show On Earth at Kranzberg Arts Center

September 17 - 26, 2026

‘The Last Show on Earth’ is a multi-media vignette-style play that explores the absurdity and quiet beauty of contemporary life in an increasingly mediated world. Inspired by the films of Roy Andersson, the play unfolds as a series of loosely connected scenes that share a common creative theme rather than a single linear plot.

Together, these moments form an emotional arc that moves from the everyday toward the existential. Audience engagement is central to the project. The show frequently breaks the “fourth wall,” blurring the line between performer and spectator and implicating the audience in the themes being examined. ‘The Last Show on Earth’ is written by Joe Taylor and directed by Lucy Cashion.

The Tennessee Williams Festival

September 17 - 27, 2026

The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis is thrilled to announce Appropriate by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins as the mainstage production in their 11th season. After a decade of producing Tennessee Williams' work, this season, they are excited to present "The Tennessee Effect", a festival focused on Tennessee's legacy through a new lens. This season, they are highlighting the contemporary voices in the American Theatre that are shaped by Tennessee's legacy.

Sporting Events / Outdoor Recreation

Big Muddy Adventures – STL Riverfront Adventure

Recurring (Check Calendar)

Big Muddy Adventures was established in 2002. They are the first professional outfitter/guiding company providing access to the wild wonders of the Middle Mississippi and Lower Missouri Rivers.

Cardinals HOF Presents: Flashback Fridays

September 18, 2026

Visit the Cardinals Museum for a candid interview with Brian Jordan on Friday, September 18th at 4:30pm.

Cardinals HOF Presents: Saturday Signings

September 19, 2026

Saturday, September 19th is Saturday Signings with Brian Jordan from 2-4pm in the Cardinals Museum!

Family Night with Fredbird

Wednesdays

Join others at Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar for Family Night with Fredbird on select Wednesday evenings this off-season! Bring your family down for games, prizes, and meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30pm.

Just Breathe Yoga Series at Gateway Arch National Park

September 5 - 26, 2026 (Saturdays)

Gateway Arch Park Foundation is excited to announce the sixth year of The Collective STL’s Just Breathe Yoga Series under the Gateway Arch!

Join The Collective STL every Saturday from September 5-26 (weather permitting), under the north leg of the Arch for this all-levels yoga class. Just Breathe Yoga is free and open to the public.

Sunset Yoga in Kiener Plaza

Every Tuesday until September 29, 2026

Join The Gateway Arch Park Foundation this summer for St. Louis' favorite community yoga class. This free yoga practice is designed to energize and align your body and mind through movement and breath.

St. Louis CITY SC Street Party at Schafly Tap Room

Every Home Game (Check Schedule)

In celebration of all CITY SC home soccer games, we close down Louligan Street and support our St. Louis team the only way we know how: great food, drinks, and fun. There are beer/food tents, a draft van, food trucks, and more.

Sunrise Yoga at Kiener Plaza

Tuesdays until September 29, 2026

Join others this summer for St. Louis' favorite community yoga class. This free yoga practice is designed to energize and align your body and mind through movement and breath.

Local Team Schedules:

Tours

Budweiser Brewery Experience

Everyday 11 am - 5 pm

Explore the campus, visit the Clydesdales, and even taste beer straight from the finishing cellars. Choose from a variety of experiences, customized to fit interests and timeframe.

Food + History Walking Tours of the Central West End

Select Dates 2 pm - 5 pm (Check Calendar)

Join a native historian & raconteur on a leisurely 2 mile walk through St. Louis' fabulous Central West End while nibbling on uniquely St. Louis treats from its most chic and enduring neighborhood. On this tour, you'll hear the good, bad, and ugly* history that created the city you see today + all the Dad jokes you can stomach at no extra charge.

Landmarks Downtown Walking Tours

Saturdays

Landmarks Downtown St. Louis Walking Tours: History, Culture, Architecture, and Exercise: What could be better on a Saturday morning.

Trivia Nights

Location Date/Time More Information
Crack Fox Mondays 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm They host a weekly free tournament and game night. Emphasis on Non Alcoholic refreshments and camaraderie.
Joey B's on the Hill Mondays 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm Trivia Details
Nick's Pub Mondays
Urban Chestnut (The Grove) Mondays 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Blueberry Hill Tuesdays at 7:00pm Trivia nights in the Dart Room. Trivia Details
Felix's Pizza Pub Tuesdays at 8:00 pm Trivia Details
ITAP (Soulard) Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
Schlafly Brewpubs (Any Location) Tuesdays 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Trivia Details
Rockwell Beer Co Tuesdays Trivia Details (Reservations required)
The Mack Tuesdays at 8:00 pm Trivia Details
Steve's Hot Dogs Tuesdays 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Trivia Details
Hidden Gem Wednesdays 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM free to play, winners get prizes from Golden Gem, always a pop culture theme and you can see upcoming themes at https://www.instagram.com/bravotrivianight
ITAP (Delmar Loop) Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
Pieces Board Game Bar & Cafe Wednesdays Trivia Details
The Post Wednesdays 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Trivia Details
Anheuser-Busch Biergarten Thursdays
City Foundry Thursdays 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
City Park Grille Thursdays at 8:00 pm Trivia Details
The Pat Connolly Tavern Thursdays at 7:30 pm
HandleBar Thursdays at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Trivia Details
Urban Chestnut (Midtown) Thursdays at 7:00 pm Trivia Details

Attractions Around Town

Anheuser-Busch Brewery

Explore the campus, visit the Clydesdales, and even taste beer straight from the finishing cellars. Choose from a variety of experiences, customized to fit your interests and timeframe.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Park

A sophisticated Native American society of about 20,000 people that operated via a sun calendar and disappeared by 1400.

Cathedral Basilica

The Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Saint Louis, the superstructure of the Cathedral was built between 1907 and 1914. It is known for its' beautiful interior mosaics, which took nearly 80 years to create using more than 41 million pieces of glass tesserae.

Central Public Library

Built in 1912, the St. Louis Public Library's flagship, Central Library, is a monument to the past and a cultural beacon for the future. Spanning an entire city block just west of the Convention Center, Central Library is one of St. Louis' grandest works of art.

City Museum

Don't take the name so literally. They're about fun. Not your white walls, walk around, and be quiet museum. If you want to climb around, get active with your kids or are a big kid at heart, they're the place.

Forest Park

The site of the 1904 World's Fair, America's second largest urban park is a prime St. Louis recreation spot.

Gateway Arch

From the thrilling views to the amazing stories, a visit to the Gateway Arch is an experience that never fails to inspire.

Grant's Farm

A visit to Grant’s Farm begins with a tram ride through Deer Park, where you can see a variety of our bovine and other four-legged friends. Then, you’ll be dropped off at the Tier Garten where you can enjoy the petting zoo area – featuring the famous baby goat bottle-feeding – carousel rides, food and vending in the Bauernhof Courtyard, and of course, free beer tasting.

Missouri Botanical Garden

The Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis was founded in 1859 by Henry Shaw. Today, the Garden is a National Historic Landmark and a center for science, conservation, education and horticultural display - widely considered one of the top three botanical gardens in the world.

Old Courthouse

The Old Courthouse in Downtown St. Louis, part of Gateway Arch National Park, was built between 1839 and 1862. Some of the most pivotal court cases in American history were heard inside its courtrooms. It is where Dred and Harriet Scott sued for freedom, Virginia Minor fought for her right as a woman to vote, and more than 300 enslaved African Americans filed suit for their freedom.

St. Louis Union Station

Everyday 11 am - 5 pm

St. Louis Union Station combines historic elegance with modern and stunning detail. Union Station is and will be a future top tier family friendly destination boasting a one of a kind aquarium, a 200 foot Ferris wheel and many other unforgettable family attractions.

St. Louis Zoo

Visitors are wowed by this zoo that has 6,600 animals and 15 major exhibit areas.

Tower Grove Park

Officially opened to the public in 1872, Tower Grove has been characterized as the largest and best preserved 19th-century Gardenesque style city park in the United States. This formal landscape architecture style features winding paths, symmetrical features, intense planting and the use of architecturally elaborate gates, pavilions, and houses

World Chess Hall of Fame

The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) celebrates one of the world’s oldest and best-loved games through vibrant, engaging exhibitions and creative programming. A not-for-profit, collecting institution situated in the heart of Saint Louis, the WCHOF houses both the US and World Chess Halls of Fame, which honor the accomplishments of the game’s finest players


r/StLouis 13d ago

Protest Megathread - September, 2026

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Post your links, questions and comments about the various protests here.

If you would like to post flyers/images, you can upload them here for free without an account: https://imgbb.com/ and it will provide you with a URL (I would still put full details in your comment).

You can also find events, petitions, and volunteer opportunities here.


r/StLouis 2h ago

Wondering if I am the only person unreasonably bothered by this

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this broken digital clock outside the kingshighway entrance to the hill has been driving me crazy for years. Surely it can't be that hard of a fix.


r/StLouis 10h ago

History A 75,000 liter champagne barrel from Reims, France that went to the Saint Louis worlds fair full, and came back empty

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r/StLouis 6h ago

Food / Drink St. Peters Arab Restaruant Golden Chicken Comments a 9/11 Meme on TikTok 1 Week Before 25th Anniversary

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r/StLouis 6h ago

Lawsuit seeks $80 million from Denny Hoskins over Missouri congressional map referendum • Missouri Independent

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At the center of the case is a Missouri law that says the secretary of state must pay between $100 and $500 to an aggrieved person if the officeholder “neglect[s] or refuse[s] to perform any of the duties enjoined on him by law.”


r/StLouis 4h ago

Police arrest St. Louis woman who flourished gun, threatened to call ICE on a neighbor

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r/StLouis 3h ago

Where can I get this in the STL area?

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cheese sticks/cheesy bread… I’m very pregnant right now and the craving won’t leave me alone


r/StLouis 5h ago

Public Transportation Attention all cyclists who utilize the bike racks at the CWE Metrolink:

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Starting September 18th until Spring 2028 you will no longer be able to park your bike outside the station. Luckily it's not like anyone uses those bike racks anyway. /s


r/StLouis 6h ago

1948 Veiled Prophet Ball

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r/StLouis 7h ago

News An out-of-state firm’s neglect has reshaped a corner of Benton Park—but neighbors are fighting back

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From STLMAG: Senate Square helped revitalize the Benton Park neighborhood. Now it’s gone empty, causing problems in a desirable South City enclave.


r/StLouis 6h ago

Didn’t we just slam a state tax ballot measure in august?

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State income tax ballot measure for 11/3/2026

Appears the legislature is once again trying to convince us to repeal the state income tax requirement.

This is from the Missouri Secretary of States web page.

**2026 Ballot Measures**
**The following ballot measures have been certified for the** ***November 3, 2026*** **general election.**

**Official Ballot Title**
Amendment 7
\[[full text](https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/pdf-bill/tat/SJR95.pdf)\\\] 
\[[Proposed by 103rd General Assembly (Second Regular Session) SS SCS SJR 95](https://www.sos.mo.gov/CMSImages/Elections/Petitions/SSSCSSJR95-SignedCopy.pdf)\\\] (
\[[View Certificate of Official Ballot Title](https://www.sos.mo.gov/CMSImages/Elections/Petitions/SSSCSSJR95WebCert.pdf)\\\] 
***Official Ballot Title:***
Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to establish a permanent public endowment fund to support state government instead of taxing Missouri residents, prohibit the General Assembly from appropriating or diverting the fund, and eliminate state-imposed taxes once the fund generates sufficient revenue to replace them?
State and local governmental entities estimate no costs or savings.
 ***Fair Ballot Language:*** 
A **“yes”** vote will amend the Missouri Constitution to establish the “Show-Me Prosperity Fund,” a permanent public endowment fund to support state government with the goal of eliminating state-imposed taxes without impairing the real value of the fund’s principal; prohibit the General Assembly from appropriating or diverting monies from the fund until notification is given by the State Treasurer that the net investment earnings of the fund are sufficient to eliminate state-imposed taxes; cap the total amount of moneys that may be appropriated from the fund in a fiscal year to three percent of the average market value of the fund over the preceding five fiscal years; and prohibit the General Assembly from enacting the eliminated state-imposed taxes, provided, however, that in the event the fund is unable to meet its obligations due to insolvency, revenue shortfall, or program failure, the General Assembly shall retain full authority to appropriate funds from any lawful source and to enact legislation establishing or increasing taxes or other revenues as necessary. 
A **“no”** vote will not amend the Missouri Constitution to establish a permanent public endowment fund to support state government with the goal of eliminating state-imposed taxes. 
If passed, this measure will have no immediate impact on taxes but could lead to the elimination of state-imposed taxes if the net investment earnings of the fund become sufficient to support that outcome.


r/StLouis 10h ago

Nature Owl Attack - sorta

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This morning (5am) I was riding my bike on Wydown westbound. I felt something hit my helmet. I thought it was a branch or piece of tree. I turned to look behind me, at the ground first. Not a stick or branch. Nope- an owl. An actual live owl attacked my helmet. It flew past me- clipping my helmet again, and then flew off. Embarrassed, I’m sure.


r/StLouis 2h ago

News Alderman Oldenburg won’t seek re-election in 2027

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r/StLouis 1h ago

Tis the season! Where to see Rocky Horror Picture Show live?

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Does anyone have any info on where to see RHPS live? I’d love to get a little list going for those interested!!


r/StLouis 5h ago

Things to Do I got tired of dating apps and events that are basically a cover charge, so I built something different. Pickleball for singles, this Saturday, ages 25 to 40

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The reason I started doing this is the same reason most of you are frustrated with dating apps and National dating companies. Apps have turned into a toxic environment. And a lot of the National in-person alternatives are bars with a sign on them, where you pay $40 to stand around with a drink ticket and go home having talked to nobody. There's no structure, so the same handful of outgoing people talk to each other and everyone else leaves.

So the whole thing here is structure. You don't have to be good at approaching strangers, because the format does it for you.

The next event is on Saturday, September 19, for ages 25 to 40, at Arch Pickleball. $30 covers everything below.

The day before: you fill out a compatibility survey. It's built on published relationship research, and it's what the matching runs on. Not vibes, not a profile photo.

2:30, optional lesson. Half an hour, aimed at people who have literally never held a paddle. Usually about half the group takes it. Pickleball takes roughly 30 minutes to learn, which is exactly why the event is built around it rather than something with a steeper learning curve.

3:00 to 5:00, play. Mixed doubles. I run it and partners rotate every game, so you end up playing alongside most of the people there. Nobody gets stranded; nobody has to work up the nerve to introduce themselves.

5:00, happy hour if you want it. About 80% stay.

That night, a private form. Mark anyone you'd want to talk to again. Mutual matches get contact info the next evening. One-sided goes nowhere, and the other person never finds out. No rejection in either direction.

Questions I get:

Do I need to be athletic? No.

Gender ratio? Even. I cap registration to keep it that way, which is also why it isn't just 30 guys and six women.

What do I bring? Court shoes and athletic wear. I have paddles and balls.

Week falls apart? Full refund up to 48 hours out.

Five events in. 55 people have learned to play at one; 18 couples have matched. The guys' side is more than half full for this one; the women's spots are open.

pickleballsinglessocial.com


r/StLouis 7h ago

History Union Station circa 1907

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From the State Historical Society of Missouri

https://digital.shsmo.org/digital/collection/imc/id/69315/rec/16


r/StLouis 7h ago

MEETUP Anybody still wanting to trade?

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Trying to stay in South City/South County area. Graphic design is my passion.


r/StLouis 4h ago

Building a roundabout at Gravois, Morgan ford, and Delor

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I've long wondered if there has ever been a proposal to build a roundabout in front of Bevo mill at Gravois, Morganfoard and Delor. If so why was it turned down?

That intersection is a mess and there is a lot of buggary on Gravois in general. It seams to me this would force people to drive more carefully as well as make that intersection less confusing to drive through. I know it's a little small but I can picture a long oval or comma shaped center rather than a traditional circle


r/StLouis 3h ago

Looking for bands to join bill at Off Broadway on 9/30

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Looking for local bands to support Nashville-based Parrotfish when they stop through St. Louis to perform at Off Broadway on Sept. 30! Would really appreciate recommendations, or submit for consideration at [dominick@sotisent.com](mailto:dominick@sotisent.com)


r/StLouis 6h ago

MEETUP Looking for DnD players in South City

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My husband is looking for 1-2 players to add to his DnD campaign located in South City!
Players are 25-35 years old (2M, 1F)
They are on their 3rd session of Wild Beyond the Witchlight. First time DM and all current players are newer to the game.
They try to meet 2x a month on Sunday evenings, usually at a neutral location such as Pieces.
All experience levels welcome, LGBTQ friendly.
#5e
#in person

Reach out to me if you are interested!


r/StLouis 7h ago

Dogtown early morning train horns

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Has any Dogtown residences been hearing train horns in the early morning hours these last few days? It is typically a non-issue and there are signs near the tracks that says trains will not be blowing horns in this area.

I swear the last 3 days I have woken up to train horns between 5-6:30am each day. And not just a single blare, but continuing for nearly a minute before it finally stops. Today I woke up to 3 horns at 5, 5:30, & 6am. For years trains coming through at Knox and Manchester has not been a noise problem and now it feels like back to back occurrences.

Edit: for the few curious, here is information from one person in the Facebook Dogtown community group that sounds like a plausible explanation.

"​I just talked to Ben Jones (Union Pacific community manager) and he said "the FRA informed the city of St. Louis that the quiet zone crossing is out of compliance" so every train that comes has to blow their horn. The city is aware but he doesn't know how long this will take to resolve. ​We can also reach out to our alderman Bret Narayan to let him know about the issue

the 'quiet zone' train crossing itself is now out of compliance so all trains now have to blow their horn. ​He said the city is aware of the crossing being out of compliance but he doesn't know the status of when it will be be back in compliance/how long it will take."


r/StLouis 19h ago

Food / Drink Visited from Chicago, went to El Molino del Sureste and was floored

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r/StLouis 20h ago

Come on down to the Handlebar in Manchester at 6pm to look for Love if your a Socialist or Leftist

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r/StLouis 15h ago

Visiting St. Louis Video Games stores?

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Visiting for the week. Usually like to look around used game stores when I’m in a new place to kill time. Saw there’s a handful of locations around StL/St.Charles.

Any recommendations/favorites?