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News for People with Disabilities…

Step Up for Down Syndrome – Sunday, June 8 from 9 am-12:30 pm at Upper Muny Parking Lot, Forest Park, 1 Theatre Drive, St. Louis, MO 63112. SUDS is the largest celebration of Down syndrome in the area with over 4,500 people in attendance, around 100 volunteers, vendors and sponsors, and​ a whole lot of fun!!  The event starts in the morning with Run for 21 5k (fee charged to compete in run) through beautiful Forest Park. Runners can register at dsagsl.org/run-for-21. The Celebration starts at 9am and includes an awareness walk, inflatable bounce castles, games, crafts, food, live entertainment, and so much more. Help us “Rock” that extra chromosome with our Rock n’ Roll themed event. Information

Different Dynamics, Drums Alive (STL)  Event is FULL.

Events for Everyone…

Webster Arts Fair (STL), June 6, 7 & 8 at Eden Theological Seminary, 475 East Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO 631. Times: Friday, June 6 from 6-10 PM; Saturday, June 7 from 11 AM to 9 PM; Sunday, June 8 from 12 PM to 4 PM. The Webster Arts Fair is loved by artists and patrons alike for its commitment to high-quality art in a warm and friendly environment. Stroll the art booth and enjoy live music all day long by various local bands and student musicians. Information

Route 66 Cars and Guitars Festival (STL), Saturday, June 7 from 4–11 pm in downtown Kirkwood, 63122. The City of Kirkwood and the Kirkwood Business District are proud to present the 7th Annual Route 66 Cars and Guitars Festival, celebration of our region’s music and transportation history. This free outdoor festival brings together classic cars, live music, local food, and family fun in the heart of Kirkwood. Information ~ If you love cars and don’t mind driving a bit, Rolla Missouri is holding a similar 2-day Route 66 celebration on June 6 & 7. See Rolla event schedule here

St. Louis European Auto Show (STL), Sunday, June 8 from 11:00 am-2 pm at MINI of St. Louis, 40 Sunnen Dr., Maplewood, MO, 63143. Cost: Free and open to the public. The St. Louis European Auto Show is excited to roar into town for its 37th anniversary of celebrating beautiful European autos and raising funds for the St. Louis Arc. Stop by the St. Louis Arc’s tent and say hello. Information

Gateway to the Stars at the St Louis Gateway Arch (STL), Saturday, June 7 starting at 7:00 pm at the St. Louis Gateway Arch. Enjoy an evening featuring a national park related talk, star gazing through telescopes and learning about astronomy with a Park Ranger. This event is FREE and open to all ages. Event happens one Saturday per month through October. Information

Free Fishing Days in Missouri, June 7 & 8, 2025 at state operated lakes in the St. Louis/St. Charles metro area. On June 7 & 8, 2025, any person may fish state waters without an MDC fishing permit, trout permit, and prescribed area daily tag. However, user fees and permits may still be required at county, city, or private fishing areas. Normal regulations, such as size and daily limits, still apply, too.  More Information ~ Where to Fish

MDC Discover Nature Fishing Program: This outdoor fishing program offers families with children ages 7 and older a hands-on introduction into angling. It’s more than breaking out the tackle box. You learn basic fishing techniques, the parts of a fishing pole, how to properly and safely cast, how to bait a hook, proper handling of fish, fish habitats, fishing regulations, and much more. Join experienced anglers who are ready to lead the next generation of Missouri anglers. Information 

Reminder – MDC Camp Hellbender Day Camp for Adults – Registration is open now, FREE! (STL), 4 of 6 sessions are already FILLED: Saturday, July 12 at Columbia Bottom (1 seat left), Thursday July 17 at Powder Valley (6 seats left). This summer camp is designed to let adults feel like a kid again and have some fun in the outdoors while exploring some of the best conservation areas in the region that MDC has to offer. We do crafts, explore nature, and learn about wildlife of Missouri. Information

St. Louis Events that Repeat Through the Summer…

Shakespeare In the Park: Hamlet (STL), Performances Tuesdays-Sundays through June 22. Location: Forest Park’s Shakespeare Glen near the Art Museum, 6604 Fine Arts Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110. The Glen opens at 6:30 for seating with performance from 8-10pm. This year,we are performing the very best of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”. On Friday, June 6, we have an Audio Description Available for those with vision impairments. See Box Office upon arrival for assistance. From July 8 – August 17, join us for a new family-friendly production inside the Saint Louis Zoo with a professional puppet show of Romeo & Juliet. From August 19 – September 14, we take the show on the road with a traveling performance of A Midsummer Night Dream (see website for locations). Information

History Museum Family Fun Series (STL), Wednesdays and Fridays, June 4-July 30 from 10am-1pm at the MO History Museum in Forest Park. Head to the Museum on Wednesdays and Fridays to enjoy a variety of family activities, including crafts, performances, and scavenger hunts on Wednesdays, and then visit us again on Fridays for storytelling, Cuentos en el Museo, and a drop-in craft workshop. The Summer Family Fun Series is great for families with children ages 2–12. Information

Free Fridays at the Art Museum (STL): Every Friday, the Saint Louis Art Museum presents “Free Fridays” with live music, gallery activations, open studios, films, performances, and more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Museum is open from 10 am to 9 pm, with free admission to ticketed exhibitions. Free Fridays include free programming and events throughout the day. Event repeats weekly through the summer and fall. Information

LIVE MUSIC at the City Foundry & MAY’S MARKET (STL), Friday, June 6 from 7-9 pm at the City Foundry, 3730 Foundry Way, St. Louis, MO 63110. Enjoy LIVE MUSIC from St. Louis artists playing jazz, acoustic, rock, covers, and more.  Admission is free. MAY’S MARKET: On Friday June 6 from 6-11pm, stroll this “slow-fashion” market of vintage curators, designers, upcyclers, artists, makers and more from St. Louis and beyond. Information

Central West End Music Series (STL), Friday, June 6, 13, 20, 27  from 6-9pm at 416 N Euclid Ave, St Louis, MO 63108. We’re celebrating the return of warmer weather by bringing live music to the streets of the Central West End. Every Friday night this summer, you can sip, shop, and stroll throughout the neighborhood while listening to the sounds of local, live musicians at the corners along Euclid Ave. Event repeats weekly through September 26. Information

Summer Concert Series at Faust Park (STL), Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17 (no concert on June 24) from 5:30-9 pm at Faust Park, 15185 Olive Street Road, Chesterfield, MO, 63017. Enjoy these live outdoor concerts featuring talented local musicians, plus a kid’s zone with the Foam Geeks, face painting, balloon twisting, and more. Gates open at 5:30pm; Bingo at 6pm; concerts from 7-9pm. Concessions and Food Trucks will be available for food and drink purchases. Concerts are FREE. Event repeats weekly through August 12 (no concert on July 22). Information

Lunchtime Live Outdoor Concerts in Downtown St. Louis City (STL), Wednesday, June 4, 11, 18, 25 from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at the Old Post Office Plaza in Downtown St. Louis, 800 Locust, between 8th and 9th Streets. Lunchtime Live brings you outdoor activities, live music, and food trucks during lunchtime , PLUS, it is FREE to attend. Purchase food from the food trucks or brown bag it. Event repeats weekly through October 29, 2025. Information

Whitaker Music Festival at the MO Botanical Gardens (STL), Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 – gates open at 5pm, concert begins at 7pm at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Enjoy an open-air, FREE concert series held on Wednesday evenings. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs to sit on and are welcome to bring their own picnic supper or purchase dinner on site. Admission to the Garden is FREE after 5pm during the festival. Event repeats weekly through July 30, 2025. Information

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