Calendar of Events
for St. Louis & St. Louis County
    We regularly update this calendar to provide you with up to date information on a variety of events that take place in St. Louis and St. Louis County. Changes are made when we gather more information or when we learn of an event. If you know of an event that you would like to see posted contact the webmaster. We hope you enjoy the events you choose to attend.
   

MAMMOTHS AND MASTODONS:
TITANS OF THE ICE AGE

St. Louis, MO
  November 25, 2011 - April 15, 2012
10 am - 5 pm, Tuesdays: 10 am - 8 pm
The Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Boulevard
Journey back through the Ice Age to view some of Earth's largest and most awe-inspiring mammals in The Field Museum exhibition Mammoths and Mastodons: Titans of the Ice Age. Monumental video installations, hands-on interactive displays, life-sized models, fossil tusks and skulls—and even touchable teeth— bring these ancient giants back to life.
Admission
For more information call 314-746-4599
  or visit www.mohistory.org

ART EXHIBIT

Clayton, MO
  January 4, 2012 - February 17, 2012
Wednesday & Thursday: 11 am - 6 pm
Friday: 11 am - 7 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm

Gateway Gallery, 21 N. Bemiston Avenue
“Sunrise-Sunset" features the work of gallery member Meg Matson whose color theory embodies the process of five primary colors rather than the standard three and who also uses music as a strong motivator.
Free
For more information call 314-402-1959
  or visit www.gatewaygalleryonline.com
ART EXHIBITS
St. Louis, MO
  January 16 - February 23, 2012
Monday: 10 am to 4 pm
Tuesday through Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm

Art St. Louis, 555 Washington Avenue, Suite #150
Featured are two concurrent exhibits. Memory is an all media juried exhibit with works that deal with the sense of memory. Sukkah City Annex: Defining & Defying Boundaries aim is to start a conversation about the role boundaries play in defining and defying the contemporary human condition as interpreted by the building of the traditional Jewish structure of the Sukkah, a structure that recalls the homeless exodus through the desert.
Free
For more information call 314-241-4810
  or visit www.artstlouis.org

ART EXHIBIT

St. Louis, MO
  January 20, 2012 - March 3, 2012
Monday - Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: Noon - 5 pm

The Gallery at the Regional Arts Commission, 6128 Delmar Blvd.
"If a Print is Shown, Will Someone See it?" encompasses many printing methods including serigraphy, intaglio, woodcut, and waterless lithography. The title of the show asks the viewer to engage in the process of scrutinizing the art and to question the artists' points of view. The xhibit features the works of artists Stephen Da Lay, Bob Hartzell, Jeff Sippel, and Ruday Zapf..
Free
For more information call 314-863-5811
  or visit www.art-stl.com

ART EXHIBIT

St. Louis, MO
  January 20, 2012 - March 17, 2012
Tuesday through Sunday: Noon - 4 pm
St. Louis Art Guild, Two Knoll Park
Sound and Vision is an exhibition series that explores how people experience and create environments through sight and sound. The six exhibitions in Sound and Vision explore the sensory, cultural, and personal aspects of sight and sound. During this stimulating exhibition series, participants will become more aware of how they navigate their environments through sensory experiences.
Free
For more information call 314-727-6266

ART EXHIBIT
St. Louis, MO
  January 27 - March 4, 2012
Wednesday - Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm
St. Louis University Art Museum, 3663 Lindell Blvd.
Spirit and History Experience the African American journey through the brush strokes of two noted painters: James Hasse, S.J., and Judge Nathan B. Young.
Free
For more information call 314-977-2666

ART EXHIBIT
St. Louis, MO
  February 10 - April 25, 2012
Wednesday - Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm
St. Louis University Art Museum, 3663 Lindell Blvd.
Art & Dissent is an exhibition from the Saint Louis University Museum of Art’s permanent print collection that examines dissent expressed by artists of various periods and cultural backgrounds. Selected artworks include prints by Francisco Goya, Roberto Matta, Richard Hamilton, Ed Paschke, and other artists who deal with strife through art.
Free
For more information call 314-977-2666
 

ART EXHIBIT

St. Louis, MO
  February 17, 2012 - June 2, 2012
Tuesday & Thursday: 12 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday & Friday: 12 pm - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm
Closed Monday & Sunday

Sheldon Art Gallery, 3648 Washington Blvd.
Northern Haiti: Human Landscape is a collection of images by St. Louis-based photographer Patti Gabriel, who first traveled to Haiti in 2010 to document the work of volunteers, doctors and nurses at CRUDEM/ Hôpital Sacré Coeur. In two subsequent visits to Northern Haiti, Gabriel has captured the dignity and resilience of the people in a land of historic significance and remarkable beauty. Zlatko Ćosić has provided an accompanying soundscape.
Free
For more information call 314-533-9900
 

WORLD EAGLE DAY
Valley Park, MO
 
  Sunday, March 18, 2012
10 am – 4 pm
World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park, MO
Celebrate eagles from around the world! Learn more about these majestic creatures as well as fun raptor facts with presentations from World Bird Sanctuary naturalists throughout the day. This event includes many family fun activities. Be sure to bring your camera!
Free
For more information call 636-225-4390 ext 0
  or visit www.worldbirdsanctuary.org
 
 

THE ART FAIR
AT QUEENY PARK
Ballwin, MO
 
  March 30 - April 1, 2012
Queeny Park, 550 Weidman Road and 1675 S. Mason Road
Friday: 6 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm

This annual fine art and craft show is held by the Greater St. Louis Art Association and features over 140 national artists that exhibit their art in the following disciplines: clay/ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, acrylic, oil, watercolor, photography, sculpture, and wood.

Admission
For more information call 314-889-0433
  or visit the event website
 
     

THE CIVIL WAR IN MISSOURI EXHIBIT

St. Louis, MO
  Through March 16, 2013
10 am - 5 pm, Tuesdays: 10 am - 8 pm
The Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Boulevard
To commemorate the Civil War sesquicentennial and to explore the complexities of the Civil War in the twenty-fourth state this exhibit features compelling artifacts, imagery and interactive elements. Although the exhibition addresses issues with which our entire nation wrestled, topics that are distinctively Missourian will take center stage. Exhibition dates are subject to change. Please confirm dates prior to your museum visit.
Admission
For more information call 314-746-4599
  or visit www.mohistory.org
   
The following websites have additional information on the events metropolitan St. Louis has to offer.
explorestlouis.com - The St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission website lists many of the area's popular annual events as well as exhibits, show, concerts, etc.
St. Louis Front Page - lists a variety of the events in the St. Louis region.
stlcity.com - lists many of the area's popular annual events as well as exhibits, show, concerts, etc.

trailnet.org - lists a variety of bicycle riding events for the metropolitan St. Louis area.

St. Louis Cardinals - official site of the St. Louis Cardinals for tickets and other information.

St. Louis Rams - official site of the St. Louis Rams for tickets and other information.

St. Louis Blues - official site of the St. Louis Blues for tickets and other information.
     
   

NIGHT SKY OVER BABLER

Babler State Park
Wildwood
, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2012

8 pm - 10 pm
Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive
Join the St. Louis Astronomical Society to wish upon a star and study the fall sky. Telescopes will be set up at the field next to the Babler statue. You are encouraged to bring binoculars.
Free
F
or more information call 636-458-3813
ST. LOUIS
EARTH DAY FESTIVAL

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2012

11 am - 6 pm
The Muny Grounds in Forest Park
This event features an Earth Day Cafe that features the tastes of St. Louis restaurants and food vendors with a performance stage, Earth Day Bazaar featuring trendy fashions and accessories made from recycled materials, Earth Day Way featuring organizations and companies making a difference by focusing time and energy on environmental issues, Earth Day Exhibit showcasing Green Models, Eco-Life and Art & Nature through demonstrations and hands-on activities and much more.
Free
F
or more information call 314-961-5838
  or visit the event website.

ART FAIR AT LAUMEIER
Sunset Hills, MO
  May 11 - May 13, 2012
Friday: 6 pm to 10 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 8 pm
Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm
Laumeier Sculpture Park
Art Fair at Laumeier is a nationally acclaimed fine art and craft fair at Laumeier Sculpture Park, one of the world’s premier open-air museums. A highly competitive juried show, the art fair receives over 1,000 applications, of which 150 nationally recognized artists representing clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking/drawing, sculpture and wood are selected to participate. In addition to the artwork, food and drink from a variety of vendors is available and two stages provide exciting adult and children’s entertainment. Creation Location provides hands-on art activities for children and demonstrations by both performing and visual artists.
Admission
F
or more information call 314-821-1209

  or visit the event website

ST. LOUIS
STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012

Various locations throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area
During this annual festival more than 60 professional storytellers and their audiences gather during this four-day event for the telling of many delightful tales. The Festival is coordinated by Continuing Education, and the College of Arts & Sciences, Special Programs, at the University of Missouri– St. Louis, in partnership with various organizations throughout the St. Louis area.
Free
F
or more information call 314-516-5961
  or visit the event website.
FAUST FINE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012

10 am - 5 pm
St. Louis County Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street
A St Louis Favorite!  Have two wonderful juried events in one!  Fine artist and crafters will display their art such as oil and acrylics, sculpture, baskets, jewelry, pen and ink for you to see and purchase. Traditional crafts such as black-smithing, and pottery will also be available.  Activities for the children such as Mad Science Workshops.  Concessions and music for your enjoyment.
$2 admission
F
or more information call 314-615-8482
ANNIE MALONE MAY DAY
BLUES FEST

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012

4 pm to 6 pm
Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis
The Annie Malone May Day Blues Fest immediately follows the May Day Parade in downtown St. Louis’ Kiener Plaza. All of St. Louis is invited to come and enjoy live music from some of St. Louis’ most talented blues singers and musicians while basking in beautiful May weather.
Free
F
or more information call 314-531-0120
  or visit the event website.

CHINESE CULTURE DAYS
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012

10 am to 5 pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
This annual event celebrates Chinese arts, culture, music and cuisine. Festivities open with a Grand Parade at 10 am on Saturday led by a colorful 70-foot, 24-legged Chinese dragon weaving its way through the crowd to dispel bad luck and evil spirits. Martial artists and costumed lion dancers follow, accompanied by gongs and drums representing happiness and good luck. The New Shanghai Acrobatic Circus will perform outdoors at the Garden’s Cohen Amphitheater 11 am and 2:30 pm on both days. Tai-ji and tea tasting will take place in the Grigg Nanjing Friendship Garden, where special tours focus on the symbolism of many plant species and architectural details.
Admission
F
or more information call 314-577-5100
  or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website.

RIB AMERICA FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012

11 am – 11 pm (27th-29th); 11 am - 8 pm (30th)
Soldier's Memorial Plaza in downtown St. Louis
The finest barbecue chefs from throughout the country will showcase and serve their award-winning barbecue and compete for various awards such as best ribs and best sauce. National and local musical entertainment featured.

$5 general admission, children 12 & under free
Free admission before 5 pm on Friday and before 1 pm on other days
F
or more information call 314-622-4550
  or visit the event website.

LAFAYETTE SQUARE
HOME & GARDEN TOUR
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012

10 am to 5 pm
Lafayette Square neighborhood
Experience the elegance and gentility of the 1800’s in one of St. Louis’ most historic Victorian neighborhoods at this self-guided walking tour featuring ten homes and eight gardens. The tour also features antique vendors around Lafayette Park, food and beverage vendors, carriage rides and a vintage baseball festival.
Ticket purchase required
F
or more information call 314-772-5724
  or visit the event website.

ST. LOUIS BREWERS
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012

Lindell Pavilion in Forest Park
Celebrate the pre-prohibition era of brewing in St. Louis. The St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival brings together big and small brewers from the St. Louis area. Brewers include Schlafly Beer, Allandale Brewery, August Brewery, Square One Brewery, Trailhead Brewery, Anheuser-Busch, and the O'Fallon Brewery. Featured are 50 different local styles of beer, St. Louis brewing history exhibits, food from local restaurants, and live music.
Admission charged for each 4 hour session
F
or more information call 314-577-1884
  or visit the event website
.
FAUST VILLAGE
OPEN HOUSE

Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012

1 pm - 5 pm
St. Louis County Faust Park
Faust Park is home to many local structures rescued from destruction by real estate development. On selected dates the buildings will be open to park guests. Visitors to Faust Historic Village may tour the 1850s Conway house with its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen, the circa 1848 Metz log home, and the 1880s Hoch House. All homes will be staffed with docents in period dress.
Free
F
or more information call 314-615-8328

FAIR SAINT LOUIS
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2012

St. Louis Downtown Riverfront
Patriotic fair celebrating America's birthday with national entertainment and a Family Fun Village. Fireworks presented at approximately 9:15 pm
.
Free
F
or more information call 314-434-3434
  or visit the event website.
FAUST VILLAGE
OPEN HOUSE

Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2012

1 pm - 5 pm
St. Louis County Faust Park
Faust Park is home to many local structures rescued from destruction by real estate development. On selected dates the buildings will be open to park guests. Visitors to Faust Historic Village may tour the 1850s Conway house with its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen, the circa 1848 Metz log home, and the 1880s Hoch House. All homes will be staffed with docents in period dress.
Free
F
or more information call 314-615-8328
BABLER BUG DAY
Babler State Park
Wildwood
, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2012

10 am - 2 pm
Babler State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive
Join Babler State Park in celebrating the world of insects and their amazing adaptations! Check out larger-than-life “bugs” at the Insect Talent Show at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Other activities available will include crafts, games, exhibits, hikes, and LIVE insects!
Free
F
or more information call 636-458-3813
FAUST VILLAGE
OPEN HOUSE

Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2012

1 pm - 5 pm
St. Louis County Faust Park
Faust Park is home to many local structures rescued from destruction by real estate development. On selected dates the buildings will be open to park guests. Visitors to Faust Historic Village may tour the 1850s Conway house with its period herb garden and outdoor kitchen, the circa 1848 Metz log home, and the 1880s Hoch House. All homes will be staffed with docents in period dress.
Free
F
or more information call 314-615-8328
FESTIVAL OF NATIONS
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2012

Saturday: 10 pm - 7 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 6 pm
Tower Grove Park, corner of Arsenal and Grand
Listen to traditional music and ethnic music and song from around the world at a variety of venues. Taste cultural treats from over 30 food booths and browse among the folk art gift booths. A Children's Area features ethnic storytelling, mask-making and other hands-on activities. A free shuttle service will be available throughout the park
.
Free
F
or more information call 314-773-9090
  or visit the event website.

THE ART FAIR
AT QUEENY PARK
Ballwin, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

Queeny Park, 550 Weidman Road and 1675 S. Mason Road
Friday: 6 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm

This annual fine art and craft show is held by the Greater St. Louis Art Association and features over 140 national artists that exhibit their art in the following disciplines: clay/ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, acrylic, oil, watercolor, photography, sculpture, and wood.

Admission is $5
F
or more information call 314-889-0433
  or visit the event website

BIG MUDDY
BLUES FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

12 pm to 11 pm
Historic Laclede's Landing
Feel the rhythm and find your groove on Labor Day Weekend at the annual Big Muddy, one of the country's best blues music festivals. The free festival features nearly three dozen groups -- national, regional and local -- on five stages.
Free
F
or more information call 314-241-5875
  or visit the event website

JAPANESE FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

10 am - 8 pm (3th & 4th); 10 am - 5 pm (5th)
Missouri Botanical Garden
The Missouri Botanical Garden hosts this annual festival in honor of Japanese culture. Highlights include tours of the Japanese garden, special art exhibitions, traditional processions, tea ceremonies, kimono demonstrations, traditional music and dancing, Japanese marketplace, arts and crafts, Ikebana, Bonsai, martial arts, karaoke, Japanese theatrical performances, cooking demonstrations, food booths and many more fun family activities.
Admission, free for members
F
or more information call 314-577-5100
  or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website

GREAT FOREST PARK
BALLOON GLOW AND
BALLOON RACE
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

Glow (16th) 7 pm - 8:30 pm; Race (17th) 12 - 6:30 pm
Forest Park
Festivities begin with a balloon glow on September 18th beneath the World's Fair Pavilion in Forest Park. Race day activities include a parachute team exhibition, children's entertainment area, an all British car show and a photo contest prior to the launch of the hare and hound balloons at 4:30 pm, September 17. Rain date is September 19.

Free
F
or more information call 314-993-2901
  or visit the event website

GREENTREE FESTIVAL
Kirkwood, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

(16th) 5 pm - 10 pm; (17th) 8:30 am - 7 pm; (18th) 10 am - 5 pm
This annual September festival began in 1961 in response to an epidemic of Dutch elm disease. Residents were encouraged to plant trees to replace those being lost with trees sold at the fair for $1. Today many of those trees are mature and grace the lawns and streets of Kirkwood. The festival features food, games, information booths, dog show, canine frisbee competition, parade, wine garden, book fair; folklife artisans, classic car show, sailboat regatta, and live entertainment.
Free
  or visit the event website

VALLEYPALOOZA
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Valley Park, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

12 pm - Midnight
Brignole Field. 201 St. Louis Avenue
A fun-filled community event for all ages! Come and bring your lawn chairs, blankets and enjoy the entertainment and activities. 10 Bands from across the area provide the music which the Smash Band starts off at 12 pm. There will be great food and refreshments including BBQ and beer. The event also features vendor booths, carnival games, washer tournament, Beautiful Baby Contest, raffles, and auctions. A special Kids Zone featuries inflatable’s, clowns, face painting, and a playground. All proceeds will help the ValleyPalooza Organization continue their ongoing programs and outreach within the community.

Free
F
or more information call 314-581-5720
  or visit the event website
FOLK & FINE ARTS
FESTIVAL

Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012

10 am - 5 pm
St. Louis County Faust Park
2008 was the beginning of a new tradition in Faust Park as the Tilles Fall Fine Arts Festival moved to the St. Louis Carousel area in Faust Park. The Historic Village continued to feature demonstrations of blacksmithing, rope making, pottery firing and other crafts with historical significance, along with games and activities for children. All structures will be open for viewing. As an added bonus, just outside the village area, Juried Fine Arts and Crafts of a more modern nature will be featured along with the artists themselves. Live music and food will be nearby.
Admission
F
or more information call 314-615-8328
HIKED IT, LIKED IT!
Babler State Park
Wildwood, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012

9 am - 11 am
800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center & Monument Field
Each Saturday the staff at Babler State Park will take visitors on a hike along one of its different trails. Enjoy cool, crisp air, and the turn of leaves to crimson and gold Enjoy Babler State Park in all it’s beauty on these Saturday morning hikes! Hikes will last approximately 1 1/2 hours and vary in degree of difficulty. All ages are welcome.
Free
F
or more information call 314-913-2489

FALL ENCAMPMENT
& SHOOT
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012

Sioux Passage Park, 17930 Old Jamestown Road
Living History Reenactors, Inc. will be having their Fall Encampment on the South Bank of the Missouri River at its confluence to the Mississippi River. The 4,000 acres of the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area has been restored to conditions that Lewis and Clark  would have encountered. The area also has a Visitor Center and hiking trails. The Competition Shoot will be on Saturday September 19 only and shooters must bring a $15 value Blanket Prize or purchase one from a vendor. Music will be provided by Booneslick Strings and food by Turkey Legs. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the fall colors and smell the smoke from the campfires.
Free
F
or more information call
314-640-6477
 or visit www.livhis.org
HISTORIC SHAW ART FAIR
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012

Saturday: 9 pm - 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
Shaw neighborhood, between Kingshighway Boulevard and Grand Avenue
This annual event features quality artists from around the country who work in a large variety of media and styles. their work will be displayed on the grassy parkway of the 4100 and 4200 blocks of Flora Place.
$5, children under 14 free with an adult
For more information call 314-640-6477
 or visit www.shawartfair.org

NIGHT SKY OVER BABLER

Babler State Park
Wildwood, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012

6 pm -10 pm
800 Guy Park Drive, River Hills Visitor Center & Monument Field
Join Babler State Park and the St. Louis Astronomical Society (SLAS) for a fun evening under the stars to celebrate International Observe the Moon Night. The evening will kick off at 6 pm with a virtual tour‖ of Earth’s orbit with a fun, interpretive program at the visitor center. Then we will move the celebration outside where telescopes will be available for viewing the Moon, Jupiter as well as double stars, clusters, and galaxies. Please bring your binoculars, lawn chairs, blankets, and flashlights.
Free
F
or more information call 314-913-2489

COLUMBUS DAY FESTIVAL

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012

Noon - 6 pm
Berra Park, corner of Shaw and Macklind
Parade starts at Kingshighway & Southwest at noon. This festival features food from your favorite Italian restaurants, live music, the famous “Meatball Eating Contest,” games and prizes for children and adults, bocce, football throw, soccer kick, raffles, and more.
Free
F
or more information call 314-856-5802
 or visit www.stlcolumbusday.com
FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012

Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm
Sperreng Middle School, 12111 Tesson Ferry Road
Sponsored by the Lindbergh Lacrosse Club this annual event brings together over 120 artist-exhibitors with an eclectic mix of unique hand crafts and original art.
Free
F
or more information call 314-913-2489
LIVING HISTORY HAYRIDES
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012

Saturday: 10 am, 1 pm & 3 pm
Sunday: 12:30 pm & 2 pm

Fort Belle Fontaine County Park, 13002 Bellefontaine Road
Experience late fall at historic Fort Belle Fontaine on a hay wagon as costumed reenactors from the War of 1812, Civil War, World War II and other periods explain their uniforms and equipment. This a must-do experience for the history buff and nature lover. Dress for the weather.
$7 per person; Space is limited. Advance registration is required.
For more information call Call 314-544-6224
  or e-mail mkollbaum@stlouisco.com

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012

Tuesday through Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 1 - 4 pm

Missouri Botanical Garden
The Missouri Botanical Gardens continues a cherished tradition, which inspires interest in the Victorian era and its connections to Henry Shaw and the history of the Garden by decorating the Victorian country home of Garden founder Henry Shaw for the season with wreaths, garland, floral centerpieces, greenery and a holiday tree. Younger visitors can look for old-fashioned toys hidden throughout the house and will receive a coloring book titled “A Cold Winter’s Evening in Shaw’s Garden” based on Clement C. Moore’s popular poem ‘Twas the Night before Christmas, which was written in 1823.
Admission, free for members
F
or more information call 314-577-5100
  or visit the Missouri Botanical Garden website.
ANNUAL WINTER
WONDERLAND

Ladue, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012

Sunday - Friday: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Saturday: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm for carriage rides only. No motor vehicles.
Closed Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
Tilles County Park, corner of Litzsinger and McKnight Roads

St. Louis County Parks celebrates its annual Winter Wonderland that is created and designed by St. Louis County Parks employees. A drive through Tilles County Park reveals a winter wonderland decorated with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and holiday displays. Horse-drawn carriage rides available every night.
Admission
F
or more information call 314-615-7275
  or visit the St. Louis County Parks website.
 

EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO
Madison County, IL
 
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2013

9 am - 3 pm
Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
This annual event features spotting scopes, live Eagle education program by the World Bird Sanctuary, and Lewis & Clark reenactors. The annual Eagle Days event is made possible through a partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Department of Conservation and Trailnet.
Event is Free
Free and Paid parking available
For more information call 314-877-1309
 
 

EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO
 
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2013

9 am - 3 pm
Columbia Bottoms Conservation Area
Held in conjunction with the Chain of Rocks events this event provides an opportunity to view eagles from a different vantage point as they soar over the Confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers. The event is hosted by the Missouri Department of Conservation and scopes will be set up to zoom in on an actual eagle’s nest and on these magnificent birds. There will be a warming tent set up.
Free
For more information call 314-877-1309
 
 

EAGLE WATCH & TRAIL WALK
St. Louis County, MO
 
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2013

11 am - 2 pm
Fort Belle Fontaine Park
Spend a day with the Friends of Fort Belle Fontaine Park observing the bald eagles along the Missouri River. The World Bird Sanctuary will be on site from noon until 2 pm. A guided hike will be provided along the three-mile trail. Hikers and bikers are welcome to take the trek on their own throughout the day. Refreshments will be served. Be sure to dress for the weather and meet at the Grand Staircase.
Free

For more information call 314-615-5270
 
   

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