No matter your age, interests or budget, you’ll find something fun to do in St. Louis this weekend.
Lovingly referred to as the Manhattan of the Suburbs, Clayton has a skyline of gleaming high-rises, which might fool you into thinking that you’re on Fifth Avenue.
Blending a bustling business district with charming residential streets, the city attracts sophisticated guests, avid shoppers, food lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The best part? Most of the places that you’ll want to go are concentrated in a walkable area.
Along with the local boutiques, vibrant galleries, celebrated restaurants, bustling bars and recreational activities, you can also enjoy special events throughout the year. The Saint Louis Art Fair, for instance, attracts more than 150,000 people to Clayton every September, while Parties in the Park, St. Louis’ longest-running outdoor happy hour, features libations and live music on the second Wednesday of the month from May through September.
Beginning in the summer of 2025, Taste of St. Louis will relocate to Clayton, bringing tens of thousands of epicures and more than 40 restaurant booths with it.
Enjoy upscale dining, elevated entertainment, chic boutiques and luxurious stays in Clayton’s walkable downtown, which feels equal parts posh and approachable.
When it comes to things to do in Clayton, MO, Flight Club tops the list. Combining fast-paced multiplayer games with groundbreaking tracking technology and instant scoring that doesn’t require a calculator, the social darts concept is designed to bring people together. “The idea of a classy Victorian pub anchors the concept, while fairground lighting adds a touch of playfulness to the space,” Toby Harris, CEO of State of Play Hospitality, says. “The detailed design creates an elevated, female-friendly, adult-centric atmosphere, which is on par with top-end cocktail bars, and that’s truly the heart of Flight Club.”
To honor its 35th anniversary, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis has launched a year-long celebration that underscores the hotel’s enduring legacy of luxury. “We are honored to continue a legacy of excellence at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, and we take pride in being the only hotel in Missouri to be recognized with a four-star rating by the Forbes Travel Guide,” general manager Hans Schaepman says. “Our Ladies and Gentlemen provide an exceptional and sincere experience for each and every guest, curating unforgettable stays at the hotel.”
Unlike any other establishment in St. Louis, Bistro La Floraison transports guests to France, where the food and drinks are succulent, sophisticated and luxurious – and you’re expected to indulge. “It’s a chic, upscale, transportive French bistro experience that I feel helps to fill a void, which was created when Bar Les Frères closed,” Tara Gallina, co-owner of Take Root Hospitality, says. “Bistro La Floraison is an updated, more modern version of [that restaurant], but I think it’s still a place where you can experience wonderful French food, French wine and French cocktails in a fun, beautiful environment.”
Discover the top things to do in Clayton, MO., including art galleries, gourmet restaurants and scenic parks for every vibe.
