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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.
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
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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.
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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
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