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LEGO Freebies are BACK
The LEGO free mini builds are BACK at your local LEGO store!! The next free LEGO build is coming up Tuesday, Jan. 6, at 5pm. This is a nationwide event, so if you have a LEGO store in your mall,...
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Eagle Days in St. Louis
Eagles love to winter around rivers in the St. Louis metro area–and now is the perfect time to see them! Ok, it’s cold, so maybe it’s not totally perfect. Grab your coats and mittens and check out the...
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Come on Down! Beggin Pet Parade in St. Louis
There really are parts of Mardi Gras that are totally family friendly–and even dog friendly. Yes, it’s time again for the Beggin Pet Parade in Soulard! (Woof! Woof!) Yes, Mousse, it’s time to dress...
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Art Hill Sledding
Think this snow will last long enough to go sledding on Art Hill? Bundle up and give it a try! For those new to St. Louis, Art Hill is THE place to take your kids sledding when the city has snow. It’s...
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Springtime Village at Purina Farms
Spring has many heralds in St. Louis: the Cardinals are playing in Jupiter, the Missouri Botanical Garden is sprouting crocus (croci?) and Purina Farms is hosting the Spring Time Village. On March 18,...
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14 Spring Break Ideas for Kids in St. Louis
Spring weather is always a little dicey in St. Louis—it could be nice enough for a family picnic in Forest Park or you could end up on a sled ride down Art Hill! The smart mom will plan for indoor...
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St. Louis Staycation Passport (Spring Break Edition)
Spring Break is here people! Are you ready for a fun staycation with the kids? If you’re planning on hanging out in St. Louis during the school break I’ve got you covered with a fun activity that will...
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Budweiser Clydesdales find Ultimate Grant’s Farm Fan
Our favorite Budweiser Clydesdales are polishing up their hooves for a special visit to the biggest fan of Grant’s Farm on Thursday, April 9! Grant’s Farm held a contest recently to find their biggest...
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13 Amazing Free Places to Play in St. Louis
One of the reason I love St. Louis is all the great FREE stuff to do in this town! Here are 13 amazing places to take your kids this summer (or any weekend that you’re looking for something to do) that...
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Virtual Tour of Lone Elk Park
Lone Elk Park is one of my favorite hidden gems of St. Louis County. It’s out in the Valley Park area, at the intersection of Hwy 44 and Hwy 141. The park is home to a herd of elk and a herd of bison,...
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St. Louis Zoo: Is a Membership Worth the Price?
Each year I get a renewal notice from the St. Louis Zoo for my family’s membership, and every year I open my wallet without hesitation. Why, it’s the most awesome zoo ever! Of course I want to be a...
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Gateway to Fun: How to Visit St. Louis Zoo for Free
The St. Louis Zoo in Forest Park is a great place to take the kids–not only is our zoo world class, it’s free. You heard that right. Free. Thanks to a little thing called the Metropolitan-Zoological...
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Grant’s Farm for Labor Day Fun in St. Louis
Labor Day is this weekend, so let’s say goodbye to summer with a big BBQ, some local beer and plenty of goats! Goats? Yes! Because Grant’s Farm is open all weekend long! They are currently operating on...
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6 Tips: Forest Park Great Balloon Race and Glow
The Great Forest Park Balloon Race is a St. Louis freebie that you can not miss. Your kids are gonna love this!Colorful hot air balloons take to the sky from the middle of Forest Park on Saturday Sept....
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Explore Nature (without the mud): Powder Valley Nature Center
The kid is standing in mud up to his ankles and all excited about a frog we found. Me? I’m trying to think how I’m going to get those shoes clean again. Ug. Next time, we’re going to Powder Valley. If...
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FREE Children’s Garden and Best of Missouri Market
Summer’s flowers maybe faded memories, but fall is fantastic, too! And when it’s free…well, what could be better? Yes, this fall, from now until November 1st, admission to the Children’s Garden is...
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Happy Birthday Gateway Arch!
The Gateway Arch officially turns 50 years old in October and they’re throwing a huge birthday party! The party will be on Saturday Oct. 24 in Kiener Plaza, just west of the Arch, with more events on...
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9 Must See Christmas Light Displays in St. Louis
Are you ready to get your twinkle on? Grab some hot cocoa, download the holiday tunes and put your kids in the car–it’s time to take a drive through some of St. Louis’ best Christmas light displays!...
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Lights, Camels, Action: Way of Lights
Nothing says Merry Christmas more than a million twinkle lights. Or maybe camels. Nope, there’s really nothing that says Merry Christmas more than a couple of Christmas camels. And a baby yak. Yup,...
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Get into the Magic House for Free
The Magic House is the premier place to play in St. Louis for little kids. It’s fun and sneaks in just the right amount of education when the kids aren’t looking. I’m not sure when the Magic House got...
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