Events Calendar
in St. Louis & St. Louis County


THE ART FAIR
AT QUEENY PARK
Ballwin, MO
  September 3 - September 5, 2010
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
  September 4 - September 5, 2010
3 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
  September 4 - September 6, 2010
10 am - 8 pm (4th & 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
  September 17 - September 18, 2010
Forest Park
Glow (17th) 7 pm - 8:30 pm; Race (18th) 12 - 6:30 pm
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 20. Rain date is September 20

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

GREENTREE FESTIVAL
Kirkwood, MO
  September 17 - September 19, 2010
(17th) 5 pm - 10 pm; (18th) 8:30 am - 7 pm; (19th) 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.
FOLK & FINE ARTS
FESTIVAL

Chesterfield, MO
  September 25 - September 26, 2010
11 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.
$5 per person covers both events. Children 4 and under are free. Free carousel rides are included with the entrance fee.
F
or more information call 314-615-8328

FALL ENCAMPMENT
& SHOOT
St. Louis, MO
  September 18 - September 19, 2010
Columbia Bottom Conservation Area
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
314-837-5656
 or visit www.livhis.org
HISTORIC SHAW
ART FAIR

St. Louis, MO
  October 2 - October 3, 2010
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 visit the event website.
     
   
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.
     
   
FORT BELLE FONTAINE
WALKING TOURS

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2010

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

Fort Belle Fontaine County Park, 13002 Bellefontaine Road
Put on your hiking boots, or good walking shoes, for a walking tour through old Fort Belle Fontaine. Walk through history and the first permanent U.S. fort west of the Mississippi River. Learn about the fort commanders, its role in the War of 1812, its activities as an Indian Factory, how it moved and was re-built, closed as a military post and its new role during the Great Depression of the 1930’s.
$5 per person, children under 12 years free
For more information call 636-458-3813

NIGHT SKY OVER BABLER
Babler State Park
Wildwood, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2010

7 pm -10 pm
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
For more information call 636-458-3813

ALL ABOUT OWLS
Babler State Park
Wildwood, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2010

1 pm
800 Guy Park Drive
More than 200 different species of owls share our earth. Meet several of these different types while learning the importance of their existence in this outstanding owl program presented by the World Bird Sanctuary. In this program, live owls will give you insight into these mysterious birds of the night.
Free, Reservations are recommended for this program – call the park’s visitor center to reserve your spot today!
For more information call 636-458-3813
FALL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2010

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

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
St. Louis, MO
  November 23, 2010 - January 2, 2011
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, 2011

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.
HOLIDAY DECORATION
DISPLAY

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2011

9 am - 6 pm
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day

Old Courthouse, St. Louis Riverfront
A celebration of the holiday season as it was celebrated in the Victorian Era. Period decorations and a 25-foot Christmas tree set the mood for free concerts. Museum galleries depict holiday celebrations during St. Louis history.
Free
F
or more information call 314-655-1700

EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO
Madison County, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2011

8 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 WATCH & TRAIL WALK
St. Louis County, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2011

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

EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2011

8 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
AFRICAN HERITAGE ANNUAL EXHIBIT
Clayton, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2011

Tuesday - Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm
St. Louis Artists’ Guild, Two Oak Knoll Park

The theme of the exhibit is African American Family and will focus on the need of a strong family foundation within the African and African-American community. The exhibit will feature three St. Louis-based artists that are either African descent or born on the continent of Africa.
Free
F
or more information call 314-727-6266
  or visit the St. Louis Artists’ Guild website.
ST. LOUIS FRENCH FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2011

Events featured at University of MO-STL, the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum and the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
The St. Louis French Festival is a week filled with French culture and charm. Events include lectures on French music, art, and architecture; concerts featuring French music; tours of The Saint Louis Art Museum French collections; a special tour of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis; a theatrical presentation on the French roots of the City of St. Louis; and French wine and cheese tastings. All of the events are open to the public. The St. Louis Cathedral Concerts is spearheading the endeavor.
Most of the events are free of charge
For more information call 314-533-7662

WORLD EAGLE DAY
Valley Park, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2011

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
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011

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.
ST. LOUIS
EARTH DAY FESTIVAL

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011

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.

ST. LOUIS
STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011

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.

WINGS OF SPRING
BIRDING FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011

9 am - 3 pm
Forest Park Visitor Center
This annual Confluence Birding Festival features off-site birding trips, arts and entertainment, birding exhibits and vendors, family centered educational activities, live bird meet and greets, and much more
.
Free with some fees for off-site birding trips
For more information call 1-800-258-6645
  or
visit wingsofspring.org
UPLAND PRAIRIE WALK
Spanish Lake, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011

10 am
Fort Belle Fontaine County Park, 13002 Bellefontaine Road
Park Naturalist Dennis Hogan will lead a group tour as he explores the wonders of a 50-acre upland prairie and wetland habitat that was the site of where Lewis and Clark ended their expedition in 1806.
$3 per person
F
or more information call 314-821-1209 #14

ART FAIR AT LAUMEIER
Sunset Hills, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011

Friday: 6 pm to 9 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.

CHINESE CULTURE DAYS
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011

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.
ANNIE MALONE MAY DAY
BLUES FEST

St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011

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.

RIB AMERICA FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011

11 am – 11 pm (28th-30th); 11 am - 8 pm (31st)
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.

ST. LOUIS BREWERS
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011

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
.

LAFAYETTE SQUARE
HOME & GARDEN TOUR
St. Louis, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011

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.
FAUST VILLAGE
OPEN HOUSE

Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011

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, 2011

Saturday: 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 10 pm
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, 2011

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
FAUST VILLAGE
OPEN HOUSE

Chesterfield, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2011

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, 2011

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.
     
   

This Calendar of Events provides listings free of charge for events that are of interest to visitors to the area and that are organized or sponsored by Non-Profit or community based organizations. To have your event listed here contact the webmaster. We reserve the right to limit content. We also willing to provide a web page free of charge for these types of events to provide more details for our readers.

 
FEATURED ATTRACTIONS ALONG THE GREAT RIVER ROAD
Fort de Chartres
State Historic Site
U.S. Grant
National Historic Site
Mississippi
River Ferries
Camp River duBois
Hartford, Illinois
     
 
 
  Regional Guides
to the Middle Mississippi River Valley
 
 
Meeting of the Great Rivers
National Scenic Byway

Ste. Genevieve &
French Colonial Country

Gateway to the West
St. Louis & St. Louis County
        
 
    Meeting the Missouri
Historic St. Charles County
 
The Lincoln Hills Region
Northeast Missouri
The Tri-States Area
Iowa, Illinois & Missouri



  
  greatriverroad.com Home Page
Your index to over 500 informative pages covering the Middle Mississippi River Valley.
 
At
greatriverroad.com we strive for accuracy.
If you have any corrections, suggestions or information
you would like to see contact the webmaster.
For advertising information contact marketing.
Copyright 2001-2009
greatriverroad.com - Elsah, Illinois