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Folklife Festival

Sept 26-27, 2026. Visit the late 1800s at Faust Park's annual Folklife Festival! Wander through Faut Historic Village to browse artisan vendors, watch pit-fire pottery and cooking demonstrations, and try your hand at 19th-century crafts, log splitting, and more.
Dates: 
09/26/2026
09/27/2026
10 am- 4 pm
Location: 
Faust Park, 15025 Faust Park Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017, United States
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Fall Corn Festival in Godfrey

The 25th annual Fall Festival will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 beginning at 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. The Great Godfrey Maze and all of its attractions will be open for business along with additional events and activities. Please join us for this fantastic fun-filled event!
Dates: 
09/26/2026
11 am- 5 pm
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Location:

P.O. Box 5067, 6810 Godfrey Road
Godfrey, IL, 62035
United States

Phone:

618-466-1483 or 618-466-7200

Greater St. Louis Hispanic Festival

Get ready for a weekend full of culture, music, food, and community at the Greater St. Louis Hispanic Festival, the largest celebration of Hispanic heritage in the St. Louis!
Dates: 
09/20/2026
Friday & Saturday: 10 am–10 pm | Sunday: 11 am–8 pm
Location: 
Soulard Market Park, South 8th Street, St. Louis, MO, USA
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Jack’s Lighted Trail

Select dates- now through October 30, 2026. Step into a glow-filled adventure where larger-than-life carvings and dazzling displays light up a trail through towering corn stalks. From twinkling pumpkins to friendly surprises, this spellbinding Halloween stroll is the perfect way to enjoy fall fun together. Gather your family and friends for an unforgettable night of Halloween fun at the farm!
Dates: 
09/25/2026
09/26/2026
09/27/2026
6:30-9 pm
Location: 
951 S Green Mt Rd, Belleville, IL 62220, USA
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Eureka Days

Friday, September 25 - Sunday, September 27, 2026. Participants can expect carnival rides, bar & beer garden, parade, Kid's Korner, vendors, and much more! Sunday, September 27th is All You Can Ride Day. Purchase a wristband for $20.00 on site and enjoy unlimited rides ALL DAY LONG!.
Dates: 
09/25/2026
09/26/2026
09/27/2026
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Location: 
Legion Park, Bald Hill Road, Eureka, MO, USA
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Prairie Day

Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, for a fun-filled day with your friends and neighbors. Prairie Day includes vendors and local businesses from 12 pm– 5 pm. Children’s activities include inflatables, face painting, and a rock climbing wall. Evening food trucks will be available for purchase throughout the day and may choose to stay for concert.
Dates: 
09/26/2026
12-9 pm
Location: 
2032 Hanley Road, Dardenne Prairie, MO, USA
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4th Annual Big Trucks & Family Fun Day

It's one of our favorite days of the year, mark your calendars! BIG Trucks & Family Fun Day is back and sure to be a great time. Our every day world-class collection PLUS visiting BIG trucks and some extra family fun. Museum admission is required, details are subject to change based on weather. Some activities may be an additional fee.
Dates: 
09/26/2026
9 am- 1 pm
Location: 
3015 Barrett Station Road, St. Louis, MO 63122, United States
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Sazón Latin Food Festival 2026: St. Louis' Taste of Latin American Food

Family-friendly outdoor festival featuring Latin music and curated food from across Latin America. Our annual celebration of sabor. Join us for a day of Latin food, music, and celebration at the Sazón Latin Food Festival! We will have Latin food vendors representing the best flavors from the Caribbean, Central, and South America. There will also be great music and drinks, so make sure you bring your friends and family for a full day of fun. Come hungry — you’re going to want to try everything, and we’ll have something for everyone, including dessert! Reserve your spot today for the Annual Sazón Latin Food Festival! Space is limited, so arrive early.
Dates: 
09/27/2026
12-5 pm
Location: 
4 Hands Brewing Company, South 8th Street, St. Louis, MO, USA
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Kirkwood Greentree Festival

Celebrate tradition. Celebrate community. Celebrate Kirkwood. Now in its 65th year, the Greentree Festival is a free, family-friendly event held under the trees of Kirkwood Park. With live music, artisan crafts, hands-on kids' activities, delicious food, and a hometown parade, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Dates: 
09/20/2026
Friday, September 18 | 5:00–10:00 p.m. (Note: Arts & crafts booths will not be open on Friday) Saturday, September 19 | 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Sunday, September 20 | 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Location: 
Kirkwood Park, South Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO, USA
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International Brotherhood of Magicians: Magic of America

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 2:00 PM . Let's celebrate our Nation's 250th birthday the magical way - together! Magic fans are invited to gather for an unforgettable afternoon as we commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States - a milestone worthy of spectacle, storytelling, and pure astonishment. Magic of America pays tribute to the brave men and women who serve our nation - our veterans, active-duty military and first responders. Their courage inspires us. Their service protects us. Their stories deserve a stage. Prepare for an afternoon where master magicians step forward one by one to create jaw-dropping illusions, heartwarming moment, patriotic spectacle and memories families will talk about long after the curtain falls. This is magic at its most meaningful - a celebration of wonder woven with gratitude, unity, and the spirit of America. Presented by the International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring One of St. Louis, Missouri.
Dates: 
10/17/2026
2 pm
Location: 
Florissant Performing Arts Center, 1 James J. Eagan Dr, Florissant, MO 63033, United States
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