Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the new Animals Aglow exhibit. Bring your family to experience the luminous glow of 50 towering lanterns depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements. Don't miss this celebration of culture and art!
See dozens of hand-constructed lantern displays illuminated by thousands of LED lights all around the Zoo. Plus, guests can enjoy nightly Chinese cultural performances. Lanterns are designed to represent the four key biomes: the ocean, rainforest, polar region and prairie.
During Animals Aglow nights, the Zooline Railroad will run Fridays through Sundays, weather permitting, and the Dinoraurus experience will be open nightly. Please note that zoo animals will not be viewable and no animal buildings will be open during Animals Aglow nights. There will be themed food and refreshments available at the Carousel Cafe, Ice Cream Oasis, River Camp Cafe, Lakeside Cafe and Starbucks inside the Zoo.
Ticket prices vary according to date and Zoo membership status. Children under age 2 are free.
Sensory-Friendly Night is Sunday, April 7.
Animals Aglow is open Wednesdays through Sundays from March 13 to May 5, 2024.
Tickets are available online at stlzoo.org
Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring Chinese cultural performances, music, art, and history while enjoying authentic cuisine at Chinese Culture Days at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
There are more than strawberries (but plenty of those too) at this festival! Kids can enjoy carnival rides, a petting farm, wagon rides, the children's playground and lots more.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym. Reservations are not necessary.
The Taste of Maplewood Street festival brings together foodies, shoppers and music lovers to enjoy the bites, sights and sounds of Maplewood. The festival includes live entertainment from two stages, children's activities, and local restaurants and retailers offering food, drinks, and specialties.
Young artists and their families are invited to complete a fun craft activity in the galleries at the St. Louis Artists Guild. This program is designed for Pre-K to elementary-age children and their families.