Another weekend in St. Louis means four consecutive days of exciting events ready to bring the city to life. With the abundance of options, choice overload is inevitable. Don’t worry, though – we’ve picked out a few things you can do to explore this endlessly energized city on your own or with loved ones.
If you still need a few options to send to the group chat, our events calendar is guaranteed to provide more inspiration.
Soccer Celebrations at Energizer Park
June 25
If you’re a St. Louis sports fan, you already know that watching a game in any of the city’s sports venues – in the company of other die-hard fanatics – is an experience like no other. With the FIFA World Cup continuing to heat up, St. Louis City SC is capitalizing on the city’s love of sports with its CITY SC Soccer Celebration. This festival-style watch party, located in the Energizer Park’s ULTRA Club, features local food and drink, live music and special guest appearances, all while watching Team USA’s last match of the tournament’s opening round. Can’t get enough of the excitement? Mark your calendars for July 19, where the energy at Energizer will be turned to 100 for the final match of the World Cup.
Mud + Merlot: Handmade Ceramic Boxes
June 26
Unleash your inner artist during Friday’s Mud + Merlot event at Laumeier Sculpture Park. Bring your favorite adult beverage – we recommend anything local – and learn how to sculpt your own functional ceramic box. Allow your creativity to run rampant by adding your own personal touches and flairs to create a special piece. Connect with fellow creators, get crafty and cheers to the weekend ahead in a relaxed environment, perfect for a girls’ night, date night or solo hangout.
Fireflies and Friends Festival
June 26
One of the closest things to magic in the summertime is witnessing the sporadic twinkling of fireflies as soon as the sky begins to darken. These enchanting summer bugs are the stars of the Fireflies and Friends Festival at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, where little ones can learn from an entomologist about how fireflies light up. Activities include a firefly walk, education tables, a “buggy” art fair, games and crafts. Food, drinks and snacks are also available for purchase.
COMMON THREAD: A Textile Festival
June 27
Celebrate all things fiber and fashion at COMMON THREAD: A Textile Festival. Cherokee Street’s newest festival features artists and vendors who specialize in everything from vintage, handmade and custom clothing to tapestry art, crochet and leather goods. Vendors will be located inside and outside of retailers along Cherokee Street, from Louisiana to Lemp Avenue. If you’re particularly proud of your finds, show off your new threads during the festival’s community fashion show. Prizes will be awarded in several categories including Best Score, Best Accessory and Best Overall Outfit.
PrideFest
June 27 and 28
Close out Pride Month at PrideFest. This spirited celebration of LGBTQ+ trailblazers, culture and history features a dynamic two-day slate of performances in downtown St. Louis. This year’s entertainment lineup includes Aly & AJ, En Vogue, Icona Pop, Alise King and i.V KiNG, in addition to local queer musicians, drag entertainers and dancers. With Sunday’s unforgettable Grand Pride Parade to round out this year’s festivities, PrideFest is bringing the fervor and unwavering joy that makes it one of the Midwest’s hallmark Pride fetes.
This weekend is full of photo-worthy happenings. Be sure to tag @ExploreStLouis in your photos and videos for a chance to be featured on our socials!
