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Groupon Save 25% Or $15 On Things To Do, Restaurants + More

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CaptureGroupon is offering 25% off Restaurants, Spas, Things to Do and more with the coupon code: EXTRA25 at checkout. Some accounts are offering $15 off when you use the code: TAKEOFF at checkout. Please note that lately these codes have been available only in select accounts so you will need to log in and see which code is either are working for you.

Here are a few of my favorite Things to Do!

Up to 46% Off Jump Time or Party at Sky Zone Fenton

50% Off Antiques at Little Shop Around the Corner

38% Off Italian Cuisine at Kemoll’s

40% Off Drive-In Movie Night at Skyview Drive-In Theater

Fifth Harmony: The 7/27 Tour – Up to 53% Off

801 Chophouse — 46% Off Steak and Wine

38% Off St. Louis Airport Parking from EZ Park

46% Off at Swing-A-Round Fun Town

40% Off Pizzeria Cuisine at Fortel’s Pizza Den

Up to 51% Off at Xtreme Paintball Park

31% Off Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center

Up to 50% Off at St. Louis Italian Restaurant & Pizza Company

Up to 46% Off Canoe Trip and Camping

Boogaloo – Up to 46% Off Cuban-Fusion Cuisine

Up to 60% Off at The Mission Thrift Store

Up to 47% Off at House Of Wong

St. Louis Paranormal Research Society – Lemp Walking Tour

Up to 50% Off Laser Tag and Indoor Fun Park

31% Off Dinner at Agostino’s Italian Restaurant

Up to 55% Off at Fun Spot Skating Center

Chimi’s Fresh-Mex—38% Off Mexican Food

Up to 91% Off a Photo Shoot with Prints

Gateway Grizzlies Baseball — Up to 44% Off Game Package

+ More!

Check out all of the deals HERE!

Sky Zone Fenton 60 Minute Jumps As Low As $7.50 + Birthday Party Discount

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CaptureHURRY over get Two 60- or 90-Minute Jumps or a 12-Person Party at Sky Zone Fenton for up to 46% Off!

Choose from Three Options

$15 for two 60-minute jumps; valid Tuesday–Friday ($28 value)
$23 for two 90-minute jumps; valid Tuesday–Sunday ($36 value)
$165 for a 12-person party; valid Tuesday–Friday ($257 value)

The Jump Around party includes:

60 minutes of open jump time
40 minutes in a party room
SkySocks for all jumpers
Two large pizzas
Choice of fountain beverages
Dedicated party host
E-invitations, plates, napkins, cups, and utensils
Sky Zone T-shirt for the birthday guest
Setup and cleanup

The Fine Print
Promotional value expires Jul 7, 2016. Amount paid never expires. Limit 1 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts

Go HERE to get yours!

CAM Family Day Block Party June 18th

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CaptureJoin the Sheldon, Pulitzer, and CAM for a day of free family-friendly activities June 18th from 10am – Noon.

Visit each institution to create your very own superhero costume. Enjoy facepainting, snacks, and performances all morning.

View the complete schedule below:

9:30 am
Information table opens in the Sheldon’s parking lot, offering a map and schedule of activities to plan your family’s visit.

10:00 am–noon
Make a cape at CAM, a power cuff at the Pulitzer (with instructors from Perennial), and complete your costume with a crown at the Sheldon. Free facepainting is available in the shared courtyard between CAM and the Pulitzer.

10:00–10:30 am
Join DJ Grandfather Paul Stark from 88.1 KDHX’s “Musical Merry-Go-Round” for a dance party in the courtyard.

10:30–11:00 am
Chicago-based theater group Tapman performs their tap-dancing superhero act in the courtyard.

11:00–11:15 am
DJ Grandfather Paul Stark plays a second dance set for kids and families in the courtyard.

11:15 am–noon
Family-friendly rock-n-roll band The Boogers perform at the Sheldon, bringing chord-driven rock and catchy melodies.

After the concert, stop by the Evil Prints Mobile Truck for print demonstrations and fun giveaways.

Recommended for ages 3–12. Families are invited to park at The Sheldon. Complimentary snacks provided in the courtyard, and CAM’S café is open for lunch.

Go HERE for additional information.

Visit the Events Calendar or Things to Do page for more fun activities!

Lowe’s Free Build & Grow Kids Event June 11th

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CaptureOn Saturday, June 11, at 10 am local time, participating Lowe’s retail locations will offer a Captain America Build and Grow Event for kids for free.

All participants get to keep their project and will also receive a free apron, goggles, and patch. You must sign up for an account to register for this event. (These events have limited spots that typically fill up quickly.)

Additionally, on June 25, a similar event will be held featuring an Iron Man Build. Registration for this workshop opens June 13.

Visit the Events Calendar or Things to Do page for more fun activities!

Purina Farms Bluegrass Festival June 18th – 19th

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CaptureHere’s a fun event to add to the calendar! Head to the Purina Farms Visitor Center Saturday June 18th and Sunday June 19th for the Countrytime BBQ & Bluegrass Festival. The Festival also featuring a Kids Carnival is from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm.

Activities will include:

  • Bluegrass Bands
  • BBQ for purchase
  • $5 pony rides
  • Clogging Dancers
  • Billy Bronco and Strolling Cowboy

+ Much More

Musical performances begin at 10am.

Admission is free!

Visit the Event Calendar for more fun things to do!

5 Seconds Of Summer: Sounds Live Feels Live Tour Tickets $25

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CaptureGet tickets to see the 5 Seconds of Summer: Sounds Live Feels Live Tour on Friday, August 19, at 7:30 p.m. for just $25!

The deal:
-$25 for one Pass for general-admission lawn (up to $33.25 value)

St. Louis: Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

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Summertime Walking Tours of Downtown St. Louis

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CaptureLace up your most comfortable shoes and join in on three fascinating tours of St. Louis. Downtown Walking Tours are sponsored by the Landmarks Association of St. Louis and ReVitalize St. Louis.

Three tour routes highlight Downtown St. Louis’ amazing architecture, history and even some surprising secrets about the people and places that helped shape the city.

Tours are held each Saturday, rain or shine, through October 29. Each tour costs $10 per adult and is free for children 12 years of age and younger. Payment is cash only. Experts from Landmarks Association of St. Louis serve as guides.

Simply meet at the designated tour starting point to join the fun. The three tour route options are:

Downtown East Tour: Starts at 10 a.m., Saturday. Meeting site: the Broadway entrance to the Old Courthouse, Broadway at Market Street. Highlights of the East Tour include the Old Cathedral, Old Courthouse, the Eads Bridge, Old Post Office District and the historic Wainwright Building.

Downtown West Tour: Starts at 10 a.m. each Saturday. Meeting site: the main Market Street entrance to St. Louis Union Station’s Doubletree by Hilton hotel, 1820 Market Street. The tour itinerary includes Union Station, the Peabody Opera House, City Hall, Soldiers Memorial, the Central Library and the Campbell House Museum.

Downtown North Tour – Washington Avenue: The newest tour starts at
1 p.m. each Saturday. Meeting site: Outside Tigin Restaurant, Washington Avenue at 4th Street at the Hampton Inn hotel. Tour goers will learn about St. Louis’ rich garment industry heritage and see some of the newest additions to Downtown’s dining and cultural scene.

Reservations are not required for groups of less than 10 persons. For group bookings, dial 314-690-3140 or e-mail walkingtours314@gmail.com

Visit the Event Calendar for more fun things to do in St. Louis.

National Free Fishing Days 2016

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CaptureNational Fishing and Boating Week is June 4th-12th this year. During National Fishing and Boating Week, most states offer free fishing days. These are days where you are allowed to fish on public bodies of water without a fishing license.

Free fishing days are a perfect opportunity for beginners to try out fishing. If you already have a fishing license, consider taking a friend or family member who has never been fishing.

Please note that the individual states may place certain restrictions and other regulations may apply, so be sure to contact your state fish and wildlife agency for regulations.

Alabama: 6/11/16

Arkansas: Noon on 6/10/16 until midnight on 6/12/16

Arizona: 6/4/16

California: 7/2/16 and 9/3/16

Colorado: 6/4/16 -& 6/5/16

Connecticut: 5/7/16, 6/19/16, and 8/13/16

District of Columbia: From 6/4/16 to 6/12/16

Delaware: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16

Florida: 4/2/16 & 4/3/16; 6/11/16 & 6/12/16 (Freshwater) 6/4/16 & 6/5/16 , 9/3/16, 11/26/16 (Saltwater)

Georgia: 6/4/16, 6/11/16 and 9/24/16

Hawaii: 365 days a year (marine)

Iowa: June 3, 4, & 5th, 2016 Iowa residents only

Idaho: 6/11/2016

Illinois: 6/17/16 to 6/20/16

Indiana: 4/16/16, 5/21/16, 6/4/16 & 6/5/16 Indiana residents only

Kansas: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16

Kentucky: 6/3/16 and 6/5/16

Louisiana: 6/11/16 & 6/12/16

Maine: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16

Maryland: 6/4/16 & 6/11/16, 7/4/16

Massachusetts: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16 (Freshwater) 6/18/16 & 6/19/16 (Saltwater)

Michigan: 6/11/16 & 6/12/16 (Summer)

Minnesota: 6/10/16, 6/11/16 and 6/12/16

Missouri: 6/11/16 & 6/12/16

Mississippi: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16; 7/4/16

Montana: 6/18/16 and 6/19/16

North Carolina: 7/4/16

North Dakota: 6/4/16, 6/5/16 North Dakota residents only

Nebraska: 5/21/16

New Hampshire: 6/4/16

New Jersey: 6/11/16 & 10/15/16

New Mexico: 6/4/16 & 9/24/16

New York: 02/13/16 & 02/14/16, 06/25/16 & 06/26/16, 11/11/16

Nevada: 6/11/16

Ohio: 5/7/16 and 5/8/16

Oklahoma: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16

Oregon: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16

Pennsylvania: 5/29/16 and 7/4/16

South Carolina: 7/4/16 (Freshwater)

Tennessee: 6/4/16

Texas: 6/4/16

Utah: 6/4/16

Virginia: From 6/3/16 to 6/5/16

Vermont: 6/11/16

Washington: 6/11/16 & 6/12/16

Wisconsin: 6/4/16 & 6/5/16

West Virginia: 6/11/16 & 6/12/16

Wyoming: 6/4/16

St. Louis Weekend Events & Activities June 3rd – 5th

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CaptureLooking for something fun to do in St. Louis this weekend? If so you’re in luck because there are a ton of fun activities for adults and families!

Here are my favorites:

Science Center First Fridays
Friday, Jun 3rd  10:00 am – 11:45 pm

Learn the real science behind science fiction at the Science Center’s First Fridays events! Each month has a different theme, features free hands-on activities and culminates with a free 10pm screening of a classic science fiction move in the OMNIMAX® Theater. First Friday favorites like public telescope viewings, scifi trivia and special prices for OMNIMAX® films are a staple at every event.

Tickets for the free 10pm show are available starting at 6pm on the evening of the First Friday event and are distributed on a first come, first served basis. First Friday activities such as our presentations, sci-fi trivia, 10pm sci-fi film, etc. are primarily designed for adults and recommended for audiences 16 years and older. Our public telescope viewings and free 7pm Planetarium show are recommended for all ages.

View more information HERE.

Missouri History Museum – Storytelling At The Museum – Destination Vacation
Friday Jun 3rd  10:30 am – 11:15 am

Each week the Missouri History Museum hosts Storytelling at the Museum. The programs engage young visitors and their families in historic objects and museum settings by using traditional and contemporary storybooks. Children also enjoy a hands-on craft. Each 45-minute session is FREE in the History Clubhouse.

This program is recommended for children ages 2–5. Kids only (adults welcome with children).

The Magic House – Free Admission During The Centene Fit Kid Event
Friday, Jun 3rd  4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

The Magic House is hosting their Centene Fit Kid Event on Friday June 3rd from 4 – 7 pm.

Let by registered yoga teachers, children will have the opportunity to learn a variety of yoga poses structured just for kids.

Kids 14 and under are invited to compete a fitness challenge upon arrival to earn Free admission to the event. Regular admission rates will apply to those 15 years of age and older.

Suson Park Farm Fridays
June 3rd 10am — 1pm

All children ages 2-12 are $10, Adults free.

Farm Friday activities include Barn Tours, Hayrides, Pony Rides, Candle Dipping, Face Painting, Fishing, Pedal Tractors.

You can now register on the web at www.stlouisco.com/parks or call 314-615-8822 for more information.

This is an all-weather event and there are NO REFUNDS.

If you want to stay and bring a lunch, they will reserve shelters for your picnic and you can play on the “fun”tastic playground.

Great for schools, day camps, day cares, individuals.

Suson Park – 6073 Wells Rd. 63128

St. Louis Zoo – Jungle Boogie – Push the Limit (Top 40/Motown/Rock)
Jun 3rd  5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Jungle Boogie is back this year at the St. Louis Zoo. The concert is on Friday evenings from 5pm – 8pm in the Schnucks Family Plaza and of course the admission is free.

Animal-related kids activities will focus on conservation of endangered species through the Zoo’s WildCare Institute.

The City of Shrewsbury – Sundown Park Party
Jun 3rd  7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The City of Shrewsbury invites everyone to attend the Sundown Park Party on Friday, June 3rd from 7:00-10:00PM. This special outdoor concert takes place at the Festival Site Pavilion in Wehner Park. Bring your friends, family and a blanket/chair and enjoy the sounds of rock, pop and blues band Lunar Levitation. Outside food and beverage is allowed. All ages; FREE admission.

The Sundown Park Party is a FREE family & pet friendly concert series.

Event location:
5200 Lenox Avenue St. Louis, MO 63119

Kimmswick Strawberry Festival June 4th & 5th
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Here’s a fun event to add to your calendar. The Kimmswick Strawberry Festival is June 4th & 5th from 10am until 5pm.

The Kimmswick Strawberry Festival has grown into the second largest festival in Kimmswick. Only the Apple Butter Festival in October is larger.

During the 1st weekend in June, Kimmswick is overflowing with strawberries. If it is made with strawberries you will find it at this festival. Everything from Fresh Strawberries, Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and Strawberry Cheesecake, to Strawberry Iced Tea and Strawberry Wine.

Craft and food vendors line the streets as live entertainers perform at several areas throughout town. There is even a area filled with rides for the kids. This is a great event for the whole family to enjoy and help Kick-Off the Kimmswick Festival Season.

The 6th Annual Kimmswick Bluegrass Festival will be playing both days in the park area.

Additional attractions include a petting zoo, train rides, pony rides, bounce houses, small children’s rides, games for the kids, face painters, and caricature artists.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Chesterfield Amphitheater
Saturday June 4th 6:45

All performances are free. Fixed seating is available, or bring a blanket or chairs for lawn seating. Concessions will be available for purchase, but concert goers are welcome to bring their own food and beverages (no glass).

Go HERE for more information.

City of Clayton Picnic in the Park
Sunday June 5th 4pm – 8pm

Join Clayton Parks and Recreation and the Clayton Century Foundation at Picnic in the Park on Sunday, June 5 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. We will have activities for all ages including live music by Javier Mendoza, the Bubble Bus, bounce houses, crafts by Perennial, lawn games and food trucks!

The event is free and open to all with drinks available for purchase from a local charity and food available for purchase from some of our favorite food trucks.

Go HERE for additional information.

Check out more St. Louis Events in the St. Louis Staycation Guide!

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St. Louis Science Center – First Fridays

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Learn the real science behind science fiction at the Science Center’s First Fridays events! Each month has a different theme, features free hands-on activities and culminates with a free 10pm screening of a classic science fiction move in the OMNIMAX® Theater. First Friday favorites like public telescope viewings, scifi trivia and special prices for OMNIMAX® films are a staple at every event.

Tickets for the free 10pm show are available starting at 6pm on the evening of the First Friday event and are distributed on a first come, first served basis. First Friday activities such as our presentations, sci-fi trivia, 10pm sci-fi film, etc. are primarily designed for adults and recommended for audiences 16 years and older. Our public telescope viewings and free 7pm Planetarium show are recommended for all ages.

This months First Friday theme Friday, June 3rd: Bring Back Firefly

View more information HERE.

St. Louis Memorial Day Weekend Events & Activities

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CaptureLooking for a few fun things to do this weekend? Here’s a list of some of my favorite events around St. Louis!

Storytelling At the Musuem – May 27
10:30 am – 11:00 pm

Each week the History Museum hosts Storytelling at the Museum. The programs engage young visitors and their families in historic objects and museum settings by using traditional and contemporary storybooks. Children also enjoy a hands-on craft. Each 45-minute session is in the History Clubhouse.

This program is recommended for children ages 2–5. Kids only (adults welcome with children).

This weeks Free event – Trip to the Zoo

Assumption Greek Festival – May 27 – 30

The Greek Festival in Town & Country is a Memorial Day tradition for many St. Louis area families. Thousands of visitors attend the four day festival which features Greek music, dancing, gifts and plenty of authentic Greek food.

HOURS
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11 a.m-9 pm
MONDAY 11 a.m-8 pm

Greek Food & Pastries
Greek Music & Dancers
Gift Shop
Church Tours
Kids Corner

Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
1755 Des Peres Road
Town & Country

Mid America Chevy Dealers Ribfest – May 27 – 30

The 2016 Mid America Chevy Dealers Ribfest in New Town St. Charles brought to you by Country Financial and The St. Charles Convention and Visitors Bureau is a food/craft/music festival spanning all four days of Memorial Day weekend.

Admission is FREE and the event is family friendly. We have numerous food vendors including national BBQ champions and some of your favorite local joints. Live music is played on two stages throughout the weekend. We have a large childrens’ play area and craft beers for the adults. Plus hundreds of vendors selling a wide variety of goods and services.

Join us for food, family, and friends on Memorial Day Weekend this year!

Hours:
May 27: 5pm-11pm
May 28-29: 11am-11pm
May 30: 11am-7pm

Go HERE for more information.

St. Louis Zoo – Jungle Boogie – May 27
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Jungle Boogie is back this year at the St. Louis Zoo. The concert is on Friday evenings from 5pm – 8pm in the Schnucks Family Plaza and of course the admission is free.

Animal-related kids activities will focus on conservation of endangered species through the Zoo’s WildCare Institute.
Grant’s Farm – Food Trucks At The Farm  – May 27
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Grant’s Farm will be hosting Food Trucks at the Farm Friday, May 27 from 6 PM – 10 PM.

Trucks in attendance will be: Locoz Taco * Slice of the Hill * Cheese Shack * Sarah’s Cake Stop

Parking will be $12 per car with no per person admission. No reservations required.

Go HERE for more information.

Eckerts Memorial Day Festival May 28th – 30th

May 28 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Eckert’s Orchards in Belleville is celebrating Memorial Day with a three-day festival.

Enjoy outdoor festival foods and live entertainment at this old-fashioned all-American festival. Free wagon rides. Kid’s activities include pony rides, children’s play area, petting farm, carnival rides, and inflatable. Strawberry treats in the bakery, custard shop and restaurant!

Fee charged for some activities.

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Toys R Us: FREE Ultimate Shopkins Event + Memorial Day Activities – May 28
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
This Saturday, May 28th from 10AM-12PM, head to your local ToysRUs store for a FREE Ultimate Shopkins Swap-Kins Party where kids ages 5 and up will receive a FREE Shopkins Trading Tray + a new Mystery Collectible (limit 1 per child). Plus, bring your Shopkins to swap with fellow fans!

In addition, from 1-3PM, ToysRUs stores will be hosting a Memorial Day Event, which includes a parade with Geoffrey at 1PM. Plus, all children who participate in the parade or a basketball activity will get a FREE pinwheel. You will also be able to snag Good Humor Giant Ice Cream Sandwiches for just 25¢ and enter for a chance to win a FREE bike or a BabyGanics suncare/insect repellent duo pack.

RiverChase – Kick-off Summer Poolside Concert  – May 28
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
To celebrate the start of summer, head over to RiverChase this Saturday, May 28. While there enjoy a poolside concert by Lunar Levitation from 1:00-3:00PM, along with games, special activities and more! Swimming is optional. All ages welcome. Concessions will be available. Admission is free for pool members; $5.00 for non-members.

Address: 990 Horan Drive, Fenton, MO 63026

Check out more St. Louis Events in the St. Louis Staycation Guide!

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Kimmswick Strawberry Festival June 4th & 5th

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CaptureHere’s a fun event to add to your calendar. The Kimmswick Strawberry Festival is June 4th & 5th from 10am until 5pm.

The Kimmswick Strawberry Festival has grown into the second largest festival in Kimmswick. Only the Apple Butter Festival in October is larger.

During the 1st weekend in June, Kimmswick is overflowing with strawberries. If it is made with strawberries you will find it at this festival. Everything from Fresh Strawberries, Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and Strawberry Cheesecake, to Strawberry Iced Tea and Strawberry Wine.

Craft and food vendors line the streets as live entertainers perform at several areas throughout town. There is even a area filled with rides for the kids. This is a great event for the whole family to enjoy and help Kick-Off the Kimmswick Festival Season.

The 6th Annual Kimmswick Bluegrass Festival will be playing both days in the park area.

Additional attractions include a petting zoo, train rides, pony rides, bounce houses, small children’s rides, games for the kids, face painters, and caricature artists.

Visit the Events Calendar for more activities to add to your calendar and the St. Louis Staycation Guide for more fun things to do!