JUNE
The Whitaker Music Festival provides free Wednesday night live shows all summer time lengthy. Take pleasure in music from performers reminiscent of We Are Root Mod, Sweetie and the Toothaches, Mo Egeston All-Stars, and the Soulard Blues Band whilst you picnic on the garden on the Missouri Botanical Backyard. Advance registration is required. June 1-August 3, Missouri Botanical Backyard.
PrideFest St. Louis is returning after a two-year hiatus as a result of pandemic. Pride Fest is likely one of the most-visited LGBTQ+ occasions within the Midwest, and its festivities fill the inexperienced areas exterior of Troopers Memorial on Tucker Boulevard between Market and Olive. Get out early on June 26 to discover your spot for the Grand Pleasure Parade, which will begin on tenth and Market at 11 a.m. June 25-26, Tucker Boulevard.
JULY
Want some Independence Day enjoyable? Fair Saint Louis has been produced domestically for 41 years and has featured a few of the largest stars on the planet. Take pleasure in free stay music, scrumptious meals, and, in fact, a spectacular fireworks present. The three-day occasion runs from 12-10 p.m. all through July 4th weekend. July 2-4, Kiener Plaza and Ballpark Village.
For St. Louisans who need to get out of the middle of downtown for his or her Fourth of July festivities, St. Charles Riverfest is a three-day celebration that includes a carnival, stay music, meals distributors, and a fireworks show over the river. The occasion is free, and close by offsite parking is accessible. July 2-4, Riverside Drive.
Artwork lovers can head to Maplewood for the Let Them Eat Art Pageant, a Bastille Day custom that invitations guests to take an informal stroll by means of Historic Downtown Maplewood whereas having fun with stay artwork demonstrations, performances by musicians, and meals and refreshments. Deliver the children alongside, too; there will probably be actions for the little ones accessible. July 8, Historic Downtown Maplewood.
Want one thing to do with the children? The Greater St. Louis Book Fair is likely one of the metropolis’s oldest and hottest charity eBook sale occasions. Take pleasure in a various and high quality collection of books, the proceeds from which profit native nonprofit training and literacy packages. Admission is $10 on opening day and free for the next days. July 14-17, Kennedy Recreation Middle.
The St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase is returning for its twenty second yr of sharing the magic of native movie. Fourteen movie packages will probably be screened over the course of two weekends in July. The movies vary from documentary options to experimental brief movies, and Q&A periods with filmmakers will probably be on provide. July 15-24, Washington College Brown Corridor Auditorium.
AUGUST
The Blues at the Arch Festival returns this yr as a reimagined in-person occasion that includes meals vans, a market, events, and a poster contest along with the all-star lineup of musical acts. The fest is the one certainly one of its type hosted on nationwide park grounds, so do not miss your likelihood to take pleasure in nice tunes beneath the Arch. August 12-14, Gateway Arch Nationwide Park.
In the event you like your meals with a facet of stay music, Grub & Groove is the place for you. That includes foods and drinks from 13 native eating places and musical stylings by numerous St. Louis musicians, this family-friendly occasion has loads of actions to maintain each children and adults entertained. Occasion proceeds go in direction of enhancing Francis Park and the encircling neighborhood. August 14, Francis Park.
In the event you benefit from the work of Tennessee Williams, this one’s for you. The annual Tennessee Williams Festival seeks to complement the tradition of St. Louis whereas celebrating the artwork of certainly one of its native sons. This yr’s theme is “Tennessee Williams and Italy,” and occasions embody The Rose Tattoo directed by David Kaplan, events, panels, and different occasions. August 18-28, The Large High and different venues.
The Festival of Little Hills is the self-proclaimed Premier Arts and Crafts Present of the Midwest. The occasion is coordinated by a non-profit group of the identical identify. Greater than 300 arts and crafts distributors are showcased. Don’t be afraid to deliver the entire household! A “Child’s Nook” with actions is accessible. See the web site for extra data on particular hours. August 19-21, 230 South Important Road.
Described as a “Black Pleasure Restoration and Uplifting Cultural Pageant,” the Saint Louis African American Artifacts Festival and Bazaar celebrates the historical past and tradition of individuals of African descent. The competition will characteristic artwork, music, dance, meals, distributors, and kids actions and is free to the general public. August 20, Crown Sq. Plaza at 14th Road and Saint Louis Avenue.
The Worldwide Institute of St. Louis’ Festival of Nations returns this yr with its mission to create a extra August 27-28, Tower Grove Park.
This summer time, the all-vegan VegFest is returning for the fourth time. Native distributors will arrange alongside invited audio system, yoga instructors, stay bands, and a DJ for attendees to take pleasure in. Head to Forest Park for the prospect to find out about animal exploitation and learn how to begin a vegan way of life. August 28, World’s Truthful Pavilion.
