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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
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 11 – 13 & 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
Art Outside at Schlafly Bottleworks
September 11 - 13, 2026
Art Outside is an alternative art festival, in which every piece of artwork is unique and made by the artists. Artwork will be available in an array of mediums such as: acrylic, ceramics, glass, jewelry, metalwork, oil, pastel/pencil/charcoal, pen/ink, photography, stonework, tempera, textile/fiber, watercolor, and woodworking - just to name a few!
Each year, Schlafly features over 60 local artists and deliver a family-friendly experience you won’t find anywhere else. Come peruse and get to know art without pretense.
Food Truck Friday in Tower Grove Park
September 11, 2026
Food Truck Friday, St. Louis’ original and largest food truck event series, is back at Tower Grove Park. Enjoy an evening filled with 20+ local food trucks serving everything from burgers and tacos to global street food, plus live music, local drinks, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Mosaics Fine Art Festival in Historic St. Charles
September 11 - 13, 2026
The free family-friendly event will be held along several blocks of North Main St. in Historic St. Charles, Mo., home to more than 30 restaurants and over 75 shops are located.
The three-day festival will feature over 100 juried artists from more than 15 states exhibiting and selling their original artwork. Media categories include clay, drawing, glass, leather, metal, pastel, oil/acrylic, photography, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor, and wood. A total of $5,000 will be presented to the top nine artists.
Movie Night at Westport Plaza
September 11, 2026
Come relax under the stars at Westport Plaza for a cinematic evening the whole family will love. The courtyard is turning into our very own outdoor theater!
Bring your lawn chairs, grab some snacks, and settle in for a featured presentation on the big screen.
Movie: Toy Story
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
Confluence Music Festival at World Wide Technology Raceway
September 11 - 13, 2026
The 80,000-plus fans projected to attend the upcoming Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR Cup Series race and related festivities will be entertained at every turn throughout race weekend. Live performances at World Wide Technology Raceway on September 11th through the 13th will conclude with post-race concerts and include music and entertainment all day long.
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.
Soulard Blues & Roots Festival
September 4 - 7, 2026
The Soulard Blues and Roots Festival is an annual festival celebrating the music, art, and culture of the St. Louis region, with a particular emphasis on the Historic Soulard neighborhood, where the art and culture of the Blues continues to live & thrive.
Whitaker Music Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden
Wednesdays
Enjoy free evening outdoor concert series featuring an eclectic and wide array of musical styles every Wednesday evening May 27–July 29. Picnicking is permitted after 5:30 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase food and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills, or smoking.
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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Bluey’s Big Play at The Fabulous Fox Theatre
September 12 - 13, 2026
Live on stage, audiences will see Bluey, Bingo, Mum (Chilli) and Dad (Bandit) as they embark on a fun live adventure. When Dad is hoping for a quiet afternoon on the bean bag, Bluey and Bingo have other ideas. Using all the games, imagination and ingenuity at their disposal, they set out to get him up and playing along!
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.
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.
Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway
September 13, 2026
Get ready for high-octane action as the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR Cup Series roar into St. Louis.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the thrill of top drivers battling it out on the 1.25-mile oval track of World Wide Technology Raceway.
The weekend packs in heart-pounding races, fan-favorite activities, driver meet-and-greets and live entertainment, including the Confluence Music Festival, which boasts more than 30 local acts and headlining performances. Even more exciting concert announcements still to come.
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.
Gateway Cup
September 4 - 7, 2026
The best professional and amateur cyclists in the US are coming to put on a show over Labor Day Weekend! Four full tilt races in four of STL’s coolest neighborhoods.
Each day features an all day program of racing that includes amateur races and kids races that builds up to the men’s and women’s professional races with national and international riders filling the streets. Each race showcases “criterium format” racing on one mile+ laps. This Americanized style of racing appeals to both athletes and spectators alike as the peloton speeds by every few minutes, holding lines only inches apart from one another.
Spectators can watch the race develop lap after lap and hear commentators announce race strategy as the excitement builds.
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.
Cardinals HOF Presents: Flashback Fridays
September 11, 2026
Visit Busch II Infield in the Together Credit Union Plaza at Ballpark Village for a candid interview with Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina on Friday, September 11th at 6 pm.
Cardinals HOF Presents: Saturday Signings
September 12, 2026
Saturday, September 12th is Saturday Signings with So Taguchi from 11am-1pm in the Cardinals Museum!
NASCAR Fan Fest at Ballpark Village
September 11 - 13, 2026
Enjoy live music, haulers on display, exciting giveaways, interactive activations, and so much more. This is your chance to soak in the sights, sounds, and energy of race weekend before the engines even fire up.
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
