Focus on People with Disabilities…
Community Resource Fair (SCC), Saturday, December 13 from 10am-1pm at Francis Howell North High School, 2549 Hackmann Rd, St Charles, MO 63303 (map). Take a break from your holiday shopping to visit with over 45 vendors who serve people of all ages who have disabilities. The Recreation Council will be there, so stop by our table to say hi and learn about the many recreation opportunities for people with disabilities. Flyer
Fun, Free Events for Everyone…
Augusta Candlelight Christmas Walk (SCC), Friday, December 12 from 5-10pm in historic Augusta, MO, 5577 Walnut St.Augusta, MO 63332. Prepare yourselves for the ultimate throwback. Augusta is setting the scene for a classic Norman Rockwell Christmas, as the Candlelight Christmas Walk will light up the town. Over 1,000 luminaries greet visitors as Santa Claus awaits at the Town Hall and horse-drawn carriages trot around the town. Visit the Christmas Market located in the Elementary School Gym, warm yourselves by the bonfire, or shop the night away at the shops on main. Information
Ornament Painting at Michael’s (SCC), Saturdays, December 13 & 20 from 1-3pm all Michael’s store locations across the metro STL/SCC area. Take a step back from your holiday chaos and come relax with us and paint a wooden ornament. We will also have some sweet treats for you to enjoy. Free, but please Register Here ~ If you can’t attend an in-person class, check out all the virtual classes in Michael’s Winter Workshop. Here’s a fun craft to try: TP Roll Snowflake
Pictures with Santa at Chicken ‘N Pickle (SCC), Saturdays, December 13 & 20 from 10am-2pm. Enjoy our delicious brunch buffet (cost for brunch) and capture a picture-perfect moment with Santa! Photos are free, just bring your own camera or phone to snap the magic. Brunch sold separately. Information
Charity Light Display (SCC), Saturday, December 13 from 6-10pm at 57 Oakridge West Drive, St. Peters, MO 63376.WOW, this house really lit up this St. Peter’s neighborhood with their display. On December 13, visit with Santa and the Grinch, enjoy hot chocolate, and grab a candy cane. FREE, but all donations collected benefit D.A.S.A. (Disabled Athletes Sports Association) and K9’s for Warriors, so you give what you can. This house is part of HOLIDAY LIGHT HOPPING 2025, FREE self guided tours of house light displays in the metro area.
Chanukah on Main (SCC), Sunday, December 21 from 5-6pm at Berthold Square on Historic Main Street in St. Charles, MO 63301. The evening features the lighting of the grand menorah, holiday music, and traditional Chanukah treats like gelt and jelly donuts. We welcome people of all backgrounds to share in this celebration of light. Information
Holiday Events…
St. Charles Christmas Traditions: (SCC) FREE with fees for optional special activities, through December 24, various times on Main Street, Historic St. Charles, MO, 63301. Step back in time to celebrate the holidays on historic Main Street in St. Charles. Enjoy hot-roasted chestnuts, meet Santas from around the world, and hear Victorian carolers. Every Wednesday evening, Main Street is transformed into 1840s London with the “A Christmas Carol” Stroll. Cost is free to attend, some activities have a fee. Information
Lady of the Snows Christmas Way of Lights (ILL), Admission to the Way of Lights and the Shrine is FREE, through December 31, 2025 from 5-9pm at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, ILL. For 56 years, the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows hosts the drive-through Way of Lights Christmas display focusing on the Holy Family’s Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus Christ. Inside the building, stroll through the free Christmas Tree display of professionally decorated trees with the theme of “Christmas Cookies” or stop to watch a musical performance by a community group. Fees apply to special activities including donkey, pony or camel rides, the petting zoo, refreshments, the Christmas wreath auction, quilt raffle tickets, and Christmas Lego display. Military Mondays and Family Night Tuesdays with special discounts for activities. Information
Holiday Toy Train Display (SCC), FREE, through January 4, 2026 from 10am-5pm at St. Charles County Heritage Museum, 1630 Heritage Landing, St. Peters, MO, 63376 (map). Bring your family and friends to see this small but whimsical portrayal of St. Charles County’s landmark buildings in a snowy model train display. Information
Holiday light displays in the Metro area, (some locations charge an entry fee): Information Here
Recreation Council Resources…
- Summer Opportunities Guide
- Program Providers for People with Disabilities
- Community Resources for People with Disabilities
- Recreation Council Facebook Page
- View this Newsletter as a WEBPAGE
Search for more events in St. Charles…
- Discover St. Charles: www.discoverstcharles.com/events
- St. Charles County Parks: www.sccmo.org ~ Information ~ Calendar ~ Guide
- Events in the Metro Area (BEST OVERALL SITE): www.stlouiscalendar.com
- Michael’s Craft Store classes: www.michaels.com/classes
- Missouri Department of Conservation – www.mdc.mo.gov/events
- Best Hiking Trails in the Metro area: www.hikingproject.com
- Kids Out and About: www.saintlouis.kidsoutandabout.com
- Fun 4 STL Kids: www.fun4stlkids.com/calendar
- Metro attractions: www.explorestlouis.com
