5 Things to Do in St. Louis This Weekend | April 24 to 27

Explorers of all ages will find something of interest on our list of 5 things to do in St. Louis this weekend, which includes delicious variety shows, Earth Day celebrations, rip-roaring competitions and more.

If you’re looking for more activities to fill your itinerary, check out our events calendar.

Animals Aglow Lantern Festival

Until May 11

The Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow has returned to the Saint Louis Zoo with dozens of towering lanterns and light displays. Running until May 11, Animals Aglow celebrates the culture, art and beauty of traditional lantern festivals that have been celebrated in China for centuries. This year, illuminated displays include a 100-foot-long tunnel of traditional Chinese lanterns, an interactive beehive topped with giant hummingbirds and the 12 Chinese zodiac signs, which guests can enjoy along with nightly cultural performances and specialty food and drinks. Animals Aglow will spotlight wildlife from three regions – Africa, South America and the Arctic – as well as Chinese folklore.

Alton Brown Live: Last Bite

April 25

In a night of culinary spectacle and delight, famed foodist Alton Brown will reflect on his decades in food media, share several of his favorite culinary mega-hacks and sing some of his funny food songs. When his veritable culinary variety show comes to The Fabulous Fox, you won’t want to miss it.

Astronomy on Tap

April 25

This Friday, Urban Chestnut Grove Brewery and Bierhall will host an out-of-this-world event. Astronomy on Tap brings space, science and conversation to the St. Louis brewery, exploring the ways in which we observe the universe using multiple cosmic messengers and innovative experimental tools.

St. Louis Battlehawks vs. Michigan Panthers

April 26

Commence your ka-kaws! The St. Louis Battlehawks will soar back into The Dome at America’s Center this Saturday. Already the most watched team in the United Football League (UFL), the Battlehawks hope to break attendance records again this year. Get your tickets and join the action!

St. Louis Earth Day Festival

April 26 and 27

The St. Louis Earth Day Festival is a community tradition. At the two-day event, guests learn about sustainable products and services offered by area businesses and organizations, including 4 Hands Brewing Co., Alpacas of Troy, Baetje Farms, Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum, Kakao Chocolate, Schlafly Beer and the World Bird Sanctuary. You can also meet local nonprofits, such as the Gateway Arch Park Foundation, which share Earth Day values, and try local restaurants, such as Salt + Smoke, which comprise the Green Dining Alliance – all while enjoying live entertainment. Whether you come for the activities, the food or the music, the St. Louis Earth Day Festival will leave you feeling inspired by the real progress being made to preserve our planet.

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