15 Things to Do in St. Louis This November Thursday October 23, 2025 Share AttractionsDiningEntertainmentFamily-FriendlyMusicOutdoorsSports By Rachel Huffman Even as the temperature dips, you’ll find plenty of things to do in St. Louis this November. Highly anticipated events feature a colorful cast of characters – think women artists, jazz musicians, stand-up comedians and figure skaters. For more fresh trip ideas, check our events calendar. The Notebook | Photo courtesy of The Fabulous Fox The Notebook November 4 to 16 Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, The Notebook tells the story of Allie and Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs,” according to Entertainment Weekly, The Notebook is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love, complete with music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson. 2025 Big Ten Women’s Soccer Tournament November 6 and 9 The 2025 Big Ten Women’s Soccer Tournament semifinal and championship matches will bring the energy back to Energizer Park this month. Home to St. Louis CITY SC, the 22,500-seat stadium anchors St. Louis’ 30-plus-acre urban soccer campus, which includes practice facilities, a team store and team headquarters. Available on SeatGeek, general admission tickets for the Big Ten Women’s Soccer Tournament matches played at Energizer Park are $28 (including fees). Sips, Souls and Strolls November 7 This special twilight edition of Sips, Souls and Strolls will spotlight the women artists of Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. The historical figures range from sculptors to painters to poets, and each one is as unique as her artwork. Guides will lead you on foot to the final resting places of a few of the female artists as you hear their stories, imagine their creations and enjoy beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl November 8 The 13th annual Cherokee Street Jazz Crawl will bring music and dance to every corner of the thoroughfare. Featuring blues musicians and swing dancers alongside marching brass bands and racks of vintage clothing, the celebration is free, except for the grand finale at The Golden Record. This year’s event will bring back Jazz Crawl classics, including the second line parade led by the Saint Boogie Brass Band at 2:30 p.m., while incorporating new artists and activations. The Golden Record will host the finale, featuring Sweetie & The Toothaches and the Kendrick Smith Quintet as well as an all-styles dance battle. Doors open at 6 p.m., and tickets are $20. Full Moon Festival November 8 Celebrate the fall harvest season with Schlafly’s signature brews, live music and bonfires. The Full Moon Festival at Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood is also known for the crowd-pleasing Chili Cook-Off! Sample scrumptious creations, and if you’re still hungry, grab a pulled pork sandwich with hearty sides – think baked beans, collard greens and mac ‘n’ cheese – prepared by the Schlafly culinary team. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public, with food and drinks available for purchase. Laumeier After Dark November 8 For one night only, Laumeier After Dark gives the public a unique opportunity to explore Laumeier Sculpture Park after sundown. The annual event features temporary art and light installations from local artists as well as illuminations of the sculpture park’s most iconic pieces. Laumeier After Dark also includes a night market with local makers, food and beverage vendors and live music. Saint Louis Dance Theatre | Photo by Pratt & Kreidich Flyover Comedy Festival November 13 to 16 Four days. Forty events. More than 150 comedians. The Flyover Comedy Festival is an annual comedy invasion of St. Louis featuring stand-up comedy showcases; improvisation workshops and performances; and sketch and storytelling shows. This year, national headliners, including Aziz Ansari, as well as regional standouts and rising locals will fill venues from Stifel Theatre to The Sheldon and City Winery to Tropical Liqueurs with laughter. Saint Louis Dance Theatre Fall Series November 14 to 16 Saint Louis Dance Theatre’s season of love languages opens with a new work by Belgian Colombian choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa. Internationally acclaimed for her diverse artistry encompassing dance, theater, opera and film, Lopez Ochoa is one of the most versatile creatives of our time. With more than 100 works created for 81 dance companies worldwide, she has an edge for what dance can and should be. The fall series will also feature a world premiere by artistic director Kirven Douthit-Boyd and additional work from the Saint Louis Dance Theatre repertoire. Gateway Outdoor Expo November 14 to 16 The Gateway Outdoor Expo invites everyone to discover and explore outdoor opportunities in the St. Louis region. Produced by Terrain Magazine, Big Muddy Adventures and River City Foundation, the annual family-friendly weekend event will feature more than 200 exhibit booths from the regional outdoor industry, product demonstrations, basecamp presentations, food and drinks, kids’ activities and other attractions. “The Gateway Outdoor Expo has become a must-attend event for outdoor and adventure sports enthusiasts in the Midwest,” Brad Kovach, publisher of Terrain Magazine and deputy director of River City Foundation, said in a recent press release. “We love hosting it every year, and personally, I love seeing all our partners and friends in one place, sharing their love for biking, running, hiking, camping, climbing, paddling and so forth.” Powell Hall | Photo by Mark Hermes The Lion King in Concert November 15 and 16 The Lion King will roar from the big screen at Powell Hall as the Grammy Award-winning St. Louis Symphony Orchestra plays the Academy Award-winning score live. Featuring unforgettable music by Elton John, lyricist Tim Rice and composer Hans Zimmer – plus, African vocal and choir arrangements by South African producer and composer Lebo M – the original animated classic follows Simba as he journeys from wide-eyed cub to King of the Pride Lands. Gather your loved ones and celebrate the magic of this joyful tale. Les Misérables November 18 to 23 Les Misérables makes a triumphant return to The Fabulous Fox in November, and thanks to brilliant new staging, it’s been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st century” by the Huffington Post. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption, making for a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. The magnificent score includes “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and many more. Seen by more than 130 million people in 53 countries, 438 cities and 22 languages, Les Misérables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery November 20 to December 7 Strap on your deerstalker cap – the play’s afoot! Comedic genius Ken Ludwig has transformed Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic The Hound of the Baskervilles into a murderously funny adventure, which the New Jewish Theatre will stage from Nov. 20 to Dec. 7. In the production, the male heirs of the Baskerville line are being knocked off one by one. To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse dooms the newest heir. The intrepid investigators must escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than forty characters. Does a wild hellhound prowl the moors of Devonshire? Can our heroes discover the killer in time? Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be. Ameren Thanks-For-Giving Parade | Photo by Dan Donovan Ameren Thanks-For-Giving Parade November 22 Celebrating its 41st year, the 2025 Ameren Thanks-For-Giving Parade will feature festive parade units, including musical floats and displays, dance groups, drumlines and marching bands from the St. Louis region. As always, Santa Claus will attend the festivities to wish everyone a happy holiday season. The spectacle steps off at 2 p.m. Musial Awards November 22 The nationally televised Musial Awards celebrates the year’s greatest moments of sportsmanship, spotlighting the people who exemplify class and character in sports. Named for St. Louis Cardinals legend Stan Musial – a beloved baseball icon and civic ambassador who was known as the ultimate good sport – the Musial Awards will honor Kristi Yamaguchi with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Sportsmanship this year. As graceful and talented as anyone on the ice, Yamaguchi has exceeded her gold medal accomplishments in figure skating by making a positive impact on young people through dynamic philanthropy. The show at Stifel Theatre is open to the public – get your tickets today! The Wiz November 25 to December 7 In a brand-new Broadway tour, The Wiz returns to the stage of The Fabulous Fox. Called “an eye-popping, high-intensity revival” by the Chicago Sun-Times, the groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz follows Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Complete with powerhouse performances, stunning choreography and visionary sets, the dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz and modern pop, soul, gospel and rock brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Share
