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Events
Calendar Index
for St. Charles County, Missouri
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The following is a selection of events in St. Charles
and St. Charles County. Use the links at the bottom of the list
for more complete calendars. |
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CHRISTMAS
TRADITIONS
St. Charles, MO |
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November 27 - December 26, 2009
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
St. Charles celebrates the holidays with
festivities that include caroling, chestnut roasting,
authentically costumed Santas from around the world, and a Santa
Parade each weekend. Visitors will find candlelight shopping and
dining Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings as the shops and restaurants
on South Main Street stay open until 9pm as well as special
activities beginning at 6:30.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call 1-800-366-2427
or visit www.stcharleschristmas.com |
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CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS
O'Fallon, MO |
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November 27 - December 30, 2009
Sundays & Tuesday-Thursday: 6:30 pm – 9 pm
Friday and Saturday from: 6:30 pm – 10 pm
Fort
Zumwalt Park (Interstate 70 to the Bryan Road exit)
A
tradition since 1991 the City of O'Fallon presents a
drive-through dazzling holiday one mile display of over one
million lights depicting holiday scenes. Each scene is designed
and funded by local organizations, churches and businesses.
Cars
$9, Vans $15, Buses $1 person Drive through; enjoy our
walk-through night on December 8 or a Train Ride on Mondays by
reservation (no vehicles).
For more information call 636-379-5614 |
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TRAINS
ON MAIN
St. Charles, MO |
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November 27 - December 23, 2009
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturdays: 11 am - 5 pm
Sundays: 12 am - 5 pm
100 - 200 blocks of N. Main Street
Trains on Main features Santa's Train Land (a
division of Trains Across America) in this interactive, 0-27 model
train layout featuring animated figures.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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ANNUAL
CANDLELIGHT TOURS
Defiance, MO |
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December 4 - December 5, 2009
December 11 - December 12, 2009
Daniel Boone Home,
1868 Highway F
Usher in the holiday season with a visit to the
Boone Home & Boonesfield Village. Each building is decorated
in 19th century fashion and illuminated by thousands of candles,
bonfires and starlight. Period music will echo through the valley
offering a simpler, more delightful holiday experience.
Admission
For more information call 636-798-2005 |
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CHRISTMAS WALK
Augusta, MO |
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December 4 & December 11, 2009
5 pm - 10 pm
Luminaries line the streets as you stroll through
historic Augusta. The walk showcases shops, wineries, churches, and
the brewery. Enjoy roasted chestnuts, a bonfire, music, the decor
of the season and the spirit of Christmas.
Free
For more information call 636-228-4005
or visit the
augusta-chamber.org website |
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CANDLELIGHT CONCERT
St. Charles, MO |
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Saturday, December 19, 2009
6 pm - 8 pm
First Missouri Capitol
State Historic Site, 200-216 S. Main Street
"Papa and Jackie Wright" with will narrate
and perform "The History of Christmas Music" in this
candlelight concert . This warm holiday
show with marimbas, drums, and various instruments will leave you
with the holiday spirit. Lit entirely by candles, the concert is
held in the legislative chambers.
$6.
Reservations are needed
For more information call 636-940-3322 |
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The
City of St. Charles
The city of St. Charles hosts a number of events throughout
the year. Visitors interested in history can relive the times of
Lewis and Clark, the early days of Missouri’s statehood, or the
Civil War. Art lovers will find quilt shows, juried art exhibits,
and arts and crafts fairs. Musical entertainment is a highlight of
many of these events as well as events those events that focus on
music alone. Most of these festivities are held in the downtown
Historic District where there is plenty of free parking, specialty
shops, and eating and drinking establishments. |
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St.
Charles County
St. Charles County has a number of events that
highlights its historical and natural attractions. The Daniel
Boone Home hosts a number of historical events near Defiance
throughout the year. The County Park system hosts events
throughout the year at the various parks throughout the county. In
wine country, the community of Augusta is host to a variety of
events in every season. Coverage includes the communities of
Augusta, Defiance, O'Fallon, Portage des Sioux, St. Peters, and
Wentzville. |
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