Enjoy All-in-One Fun at These Entertainment Districts in St. Louis Monday December 30, 2024 Share AttractionsDiningEntertainmentFamily-FriendlyMusicShoppingSports By Rachel Huffman No matter your vibe, St. Louis delivers unforgettable experiences at entertainment districts across the region. Using the following prompts, find a fitting destination jam-packed with exciting activities for your travel persona. If you have kids, you might end up riding the St. Louis Wheel after visiting the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station, but if you’re a sports fan, you’ll likely make your way to Ballpark Village where the beer is cold and the fans are friendly. Start your adventure now! Traveling with Kids In Town for Business All about Arts Wanna Watch the Game On a Date Need to Please Everyone St. Louis Union Station Photo courtesy of St. Louis Union Station Once one of the largest and busiest passenger rail terminals in the world, St. Louis Union Station is now a wellspring of family-friendly activity. Anchored by the St. Louis Aquarium, it also boasts a ropes course, a mirror maze, a miniature golf course, a selfie experience, a classic carousel and the St. Louis Wheel, which will soon be joined by three new amusement rides. While you’re here, catch a light show in the Grand Hall, share a Freak Shake at The Soda Fountain and make a new friend at Build-A-Bear Workshop! Westport Plaza Photo by Mark Hermes The revitalization of this St. Louis County entertainment district includes the Rawlings Experience, where baseball fans can immerse themselves in the sport; 360 Westport, where everything from the dishes to the drinks is elevated; and Westport Social, a grown-up gaming lounge with live music to boot. Throughout the year, Westport Plaza also hosts special events such as free concerts, movie nights and vendor markets. Delmar Maker District Photo courtesy of Third Degree Glass Factory Touted as a place to create, the Delmar Maker District encompasses Third Degree Glass Factory, MADE for Kids and Craft Alliance. When you need to refuel, snag a seat at Alpha Brewing Company Distillery, The Fountain on Delmar or Steve’s Hot Dogs. Celebrated restaurateur Ben Poremba also runs Esca, Florentin and Nixta in the Delmar Maker District, so you’ll never go hungry. Ballpark Village Photo by Max Touhey A stone’s throw from Busch Stadium, Ballpark Village is all about sports. In the heart of the entertainment district, Bally Sports Live! features a 65-foot LED screen that can show up to five games at a time. Enhance your viewing experience with stops at Budweiser Brew House and Sports & Social for local beer and craft cocktails. To fully reenergize, check out the menus at Clark & Bourbon, Condado Tacos, Katie’s and Salt + Smoke. City Foundry STL Photo by Mark Hermes City Foundry is a mecca of amusement. Housed in the tastefully transformed 100-year-old Century Electric Co. factory in Midtown, it provides enough fun for an entire weekend. Depending on your schedule, we recommend feasting at the food hall, sipping cocktails at None of the Above, teeing off at Puttshack, marveling at the Museum of Illusions, experiencing The Big Show at Alamo Drafthouse and enjoying an intimate performance at City Winery St. Louis, among other activities. The District Photo courtesy of 4 Hands Brewing Co. The District in Chesterfield has entertainment for everyone. At Main Event, bowling, billiards, laser tag and escape rooms offer unlimited fun under one roof, while Topgolf allows you to perfect your swing in climate-controlled hitting bays. 4 Hands at The District also serves up craft beer and pub grub, and it’s the perfect stop before attending an event at The Factory. Rock on! Share
