At the beginning of the pandemic we decided as a family to get outside and explore. Hiking is an activity that we enjoy doing together and was extra perfect for social distancing. We would occasionally see other people on the trails, but everyone has been really great about keeping 6 feet away. You may have...
'Tis the season for Christmas magic in the Lou and a family holiday bucket list of fun! There are so many family friendly holiday happenings right here in St. Louis and the surrounding areas. Many are even indoors for when the weather outside is frightful. Read on to see my holiday bucket list of St....
The holiday season is official upon us! This evening my family and I enjoyed time together at the Fabulous Fox Theatre experiencing Cirque Dreams Holidaze. Such a fun show and the perfect way to kick off Christmastime. I always have to see the gorgeous Playbill Tree when The Fox is decorated for the holidays. Cirque...
Once upon a time we celebrated Valentine's Day just the two of us. We got all dressed up, ate a candlelit dinner and went to fancy musicals. Then we had kids. That changed life. After kids, some people still do the couple Valentine thing. I get it and can see that side, too. But for...
Last night was our first night together as a family at The Muny. It's was the perfect night to attend a show because it was beautiful outside. Definitely not the usual for July in St. Louis! Going in I was super thrilled with that fact. Already thrilled with the fact that we were going to...
Bowling alleys are a great place for family fun! It's the perfect activity to beat the summer heat or escape on a rainy day. Grab the kids and head over to the best St. Louis bowling alley (or a bowling location nearest you) for some family entertainment like no other. You'll have a fun experience...
Christmas pajamas are always a great idea for spreading holiday cheer, but especially when taking a trip to the North Pole on the Polar Express! Perfect for the holiday photos, family matching pajamas have long been encouraged for the best possible experience on the magical train ride. Have you already reserved your tickets on the...
The fall season has officially arrived and there are so many fun activities for families to do this time of year. Whether it's relishing the cooler weather by taking a quick road trip or visiting your favorite apple orchard, there's something for the whole family to enjoy together. A family fall bucket list is the...
St. Louis has a rich history that also consists of an ooey gooey cake recipe! It's actually really easy to make the original St. Louis gooey butter cake by simply using yellow cake mix. The first time you make this dessert using a boxed cake mix, you'll never go back to made from scratch again!...
The St. Louis area is a great place to raise a family (or travel to on vacation) because it's a city filled with so many fun things to do and so much to explore. And many of the best summer activities are FREE! For many years I've loved offering up freebies and printables to my...
Right in the heart of downtown St. Louis on Market Street you'll find a historic train station that has been converted into not just a gorgeous hotel, but an extraordinary destination filled with activities for the entire family to enjoy. You cannot go wrong with a spring break staycation at Union Station in St. Louis....
A fabulous night filled with music, magic, and your favorite Disney Princesses is coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis. And the evening can be even more fabulous by winning FOUR tickets! The enchanting event brings pure Disney magic to the stage with beloved songs to create a concert experience unlike any other....
Calling all Dancing Queens! The beloved musical set in Greek island paradise has arrived in the Lou and brought with it the legendary tunes from ABBA to fill the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Mamma Mia The Tour in St. Louis is set to bring so much fun to the stage. Here's everything you'll experience at the...
Golden tickets, beautifully decorated trains, hot chocolate, silver bells, and Santa Claus in downtown St. Louis can only mean one thing... the Polar Express train ride has returned to Union Station! It's a round-trip journey to the North Pole that will have you calling out, "All aboard the St. Louis Polar Express!" Everything You Need...
There's something extra special about enjoying the performing arts under the stars. That's just one of the many reasons why The Muny is so well loved. Unlike other regional theatres, our St. Louis gem filled with Muny magic is the oldest and largest outdoor theatre in the United States. Local performers, stars from Broadway in...
Circus Flora has returned for another season of big top fun in St. Louis! Known for its uniqueness of combining traditional circus acts with modern elements of music and storytelling, this one-ring circus production is a show that the whole family will enjoy. Each season brings with it a new and unique show. A tradition...
The time has come for the Wicked Witch of the West to defy gravity at the Fabulous Fox in St. Louis! From the opening number to the Finale at the end of the show, you'll hear all the best Wicked songs and have a wickedly fabulous night. All The Best Wicked Songs Are At The...
Blue Man Group is a performance art group unlike any other! This popular and well known show has taken to the road on tour making a stop in St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Filled with unique musical instruments, it's an experience that you do not want to miss! 9 Reasons to See Blue...
As you look around the St. Louis area this time of year you're sure to see tons of holiday lights. Everywhere. A family favorite for the holiday season, the popular light displays turn the city into a winter wonderland each year - even when there's no snow yet on the ground! It has indeed become...
All your favorite Disney characters are coming to St. Louis for the Disney On Ice Road Trip Adventures Show at the Chaifetz Arena! It's going to be an ice event unlike any other and this time you can experience the upcoming show with an amazing Disney On Ice discount offer. It's not often that you'll...
A staycation DURING the school year is so much fun and a great way to explore the local area where you live. It's also one of the best ways to include every family member, because we all know how the days of back to school go. It's busy, busy, busy all the time and no...
Right next to everyone's favorite old train station you'll find the Aquarium at Union Station and its newest attraction for Halloween fun! "Pirate Quest For The Sunken Treasure" is a family adventure that's open now through October 31st and it's most definitely one of the new attractions that you need to check out. It's a...
The ever popular musical reimagining of the biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors has arrived at The Muny in Forest Park! Long been called one of the most enduring shows of all time, it's quite fitting that the Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat musical closes out the 104th season of...
The Color Purple musical. Wow. I thought I knew all there was to know about this story and yet this version gave me a whole new perspective. Chills even. So many emotions to be felt in one evening. It's as if I never truly saw the stirring family chronicle until last night. My eyes were...
I finally had my chance to witness the transformation of Elle Woods in the Legally Blonde musical at The Muny and it was so much fun! Definitely worth the wait. It was my first time seeing this Broadway production and it's one that I will be seeing again and again. 5 Legally Blonde Musical Favorites...
Prepare yourself for not just the 5 favorites, but also a whole lot of love because the Mary Poppins musical at The Muny in St. Louis is most definitely my spoonful of sugar. After all I do live, breath and dream all things London so naturally a production of Mary Poppins is one that I...
It's a new year! Looking for ways to make 2022 extra special? No need to do anything that is too crazy or extravagant. Finding things to do in 2022 can actually be really easy, but also unique at at the same time. I have some ideas of easy family activities that you can do this...
I like to think of gooey butter cake as serendipity. It's a dessert that was most definitely a happy accident when it was discovered. Red velvet gooey butter cake? Even more serendipitous! Easy Red Velvet Gooey Butter Cake: The Classic St. Louis Recipe With A Twist The Lou, that's the nickname for St. Louis, is...
There are so many great Halloween books for kids. It's an excellent alternative to all the candy and a Halloween family tradition idea that's fun for all ages! Halloween Family Tradition Idea Using Kids Books When I was growing up my grandparents (Nana and Boompa) would give me a book for each holiday. These book...
Happy Wednesday, St. Louis! It's almost the weekend. We are almost there. And... I have the very best news for you. The Beyond Van Gogh exhibit is extended in the Lou! Beyond Van Gogh Exhibit Is Extended In St. Louis! Looking for something fun to do in the Lou? Beyond Van Gogh St. Louis is...
All aboard! Train or Treat has arrived in the station! St. Louis Union Station that is. The Union Station Halloween train has pulled back into the Lou and there's something for the entire family to experience at this historic St. Louis location. If you are looking for a family Halloween activity in St. Louis then...
Still looking for a fun fall family activity to do during this family pandemic Halloween? I got this Halloween egg hunt idea from our very own community! About a month ago the community offices sent out a sign up where for a small fee plastic Halloween eggs would be delivered to our front yard. Read...
Last week we were invited to the Union Station Halloween train adventure. It's a Halloween experience unlike any other and such a good time right here in St. Louis! Read on to get all the details and see just a sampling of what we experienced. Union Station Halloween Train In St. Louis Don't...
If you are looking for some fun ideas for this Halloween season then look no further than this family Halloween bucket list. It's so much fun for the entire family. Get the free printable below! Family Halloween Bucket List Free Printable I love the fall season and doing family activities that are all about this...
Get ready to "trick or train" at the Union Station Halloween Experience! This brand new Halloween event will feature haunted train tours, rides on The Wheel, and lots of family fun. Read on to get all the details! Union Station Halloween Experience In St. Louis Safety during this pandemic is a top priority at our...
Hiking is such a fun activity to do with the kids. If you have a family hike coming up then be sure to plan to do a nature scavenger hunt. The kids love it and it's a great way to work together while on the hike. Get the free printable below! Free Printable Nature Scavenger...
Early into the quarantine life, before the temperatures got too hot, we did lots of hiking together as a family. There are just so many fun places to explore in the St. Louis area! Every where we went was a place new to us and we were really impressed with Klondike Park in St. Charles...
Exciting news in the Lou! The St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station and The St. Louis Wheel are open again! We went down to Union Station in downtown St. Louis with some friends the end of January before everything locked down. There are just many great family attractions to see and do. It's the perfect...
If you are looking for hiking ideas near St. Louis, Missouri then this is the post for you! Or you can just make plans to travel here, because this part of the Midwest has some amazing places to hike. We have been doing a lot of hiking these days. If you follow me on Instagram...
Feeling like a shut in and not able to explore your city right now? Yep. Same here. Check out all the Union Station Aquarium virtual events that are coming out of St. Louis! Perfect for whether you are in St. Louis or not. St. Louis Union Station Aquarium Virtual Events Don't miss out on...
In many ways I don't feel that Rent On Tour necessarily needs an introduction. After over 20 years and being awarded 4 Tony Awards... it's deemed a masterpiece and indeed well known by the masses. All that being said, call us crazy, but last night was actually the first time that my husband and I...
Oh, what a night! My husband had an absolutely wonderful time attending the Fox Theatre Jersey Boys here in St. Louis. This show is a must see and only here for FOUR days. Read on for more information and a sneak peek! St. Louis Fox Theatre Jersey Boys - Oh, What A Night Don't...