The best things to do in Ballwin

“24 lanes for open bowling, leagues & clubby night hours plus a lounge & snack bar.”

“24-lane bowling alley venue featuring an arcade & a sports bar with typical grub, plus pinball.”

“Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.”

“Private club offering golf, dining, and events, including weddings.”

“Small bowling alley with 8 lanes, plus a retro-style lounge with a full bar, snacks & sandwiches.”

“Modern independent theater with a concession stand & 3 screens showing first-run flicks.”

“Craving a midweek reset with zero planning? St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station nails it with hands-on touch pools, Shark Canyon talks and feeds, and those irresistibly chaotic otter moments, plus behind-the-scenes tours if you want to geek out on the care and science behind it all.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Scenic course with 18 holes designed by Gary Player, plus catering and event services.”

“32 bowling lanes with league nights & other special events, including competitions for cash prizes.”

“Fun center with bowling, sand volleyball, mini-golf & batting cages, plus a deck, 2 bars & a cafe.”

“Chase Park Plaza Cinema keeps it cozy and grown-up with a boutique vibe, first-run picks plus the occasional classic, and a concessions menu that includes actual beer and wine. If your week needs a low-key treat, this is where you sink into the seat and exhale.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Skip the couch this week and hit Aloha Mini Golf & Shave Ice for unlimited rounds among tiki torches and music, then cool off with legit Hawaiian shave ice in 40+ flavors from Cherry to Wedding Cake. Park-like vibes, kid energy optional, date-night approved.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Let dinner and a movie be the same thing this week. At MX Movies & Bar you catch current flicks while ordering real food and proper drinks from your seat, which is basically peak St. Louis efficiency with extra butter.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Public golf option featuring 3 9-hole courses & practice facilities, plus a shop & a restaurant.”

“Sporty recreational center for golf and tennis facilities, along with lessons.”

“Golf course with a challenging layout and friendly staff, undergoing improvements.”

“Family-friendly venue featuring a landscaped 18-hole mini-golf course, an aquarium, and a Ferris wheel.”

“Tech-infused mini-golf experience featuring modern technology, imaginative courses, and an onsite restaurant.”

“Whether you want a full 18 with rolling terrain and bunkers that punish only the truly wild shots, a quick nine on the par 3, or to try FootGolf with the crew, Eagle Springs Golf Course has it all. Book a lesson or go stripe it this week, then debrief at the clubhouse restaurant.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Science, history & kid-friendly films on a 5-story domed screen in the St. Louis Science Center.”

“Louis serves up a classic Robert Foulis design with Zoysia fairways and bent grass greens. It’s a friendly, genuinely fun nine for every skill level when you want fresh air and zero fuss.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 15, 2026

“Multi-room venue offering themed escape missions, plus a retro mini golf course.”

“Mile-long riverfront wall showcasing a striking variety of works by 250+ graffiti artists.”

“Grand movie theater dating from 1922, showing new releases & classic films along with beer & wine.”

“Series of challenging, immersive rooms, including one themed as a bank heist.”