Family events in Chesterfield, MO

The Friends of the St. Charles City-County Library Book Fair fills the Family Arena in St. Charles with a massive selection at budget friendly prices. Admission is free for the public, while an early shopping period is reserved for current Friends members, and memberships are sold on site after current members have entered. Expect more than 250,000 items, including hardcovers, standard and oversized paperbacks, teen and children’s titles, board books, sets, audiovisual materials, and even cake pans. Typical prices include $1 for standard paperbacks, $2 for oversized paperbacks, $3 for hardcovers, $5 for cake pans, 50¢ for teen and children’s paperbacks and board books, and $1 for teen and children’s hardcovers, with AV materials and adult graphic novels priced as marked. Shoppers can pay with cash, check, or credit. A $5 per bag special for most items is offered during the fair, and standard plastic grocery bags are provided on site. Nonprofits can receive free books during a designated pickup window with advance registration required. A silent auction will be available online and via a QR code at the venue, featuring select higher value donated items. Please note there is a temporary pause on accepting book donations at library branches and at the Friends Warehouse around the time of the fair. Counted among the largest book fairs in the St. Louis area, it brings an extensive mix of titles and simple pricing for every kind of reader.

A ribbon cutting will celebrate Ways of Play at its new location. The event marks their move to a new space and highlights this milestone for the organization.

The braid and glitter bar at Boutique Crush offers stylish braids with optional sparkle, colorful ponytail ties, and playful add-ins that deliver an instant confidence boost. It is quick, fun, and camera ready, making it a simple refresh before games, parties, or a swim. No appointment is required.

At the Purser Center at Logan University, Heroes and Villains presents a program that includes music from Man of La Mancha, Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, James Bond, South Pacific, and an Armed Forces Salute, with additional selections on the bill. A raffle offers the chance to conduct The Stars and Stripes Forever. Tickets can be obtained online, by mail using an order form, or by phone, and a poster with mail-in details is being sent to those on the mailing list, with the order form also available on the website and on this event page.

Wildwood Farmers Market fills Wildwood Center with a vibrant mix of farm-fresh food, artisan goods, and family-friendly fun. Recognized by West Newsmagazine as the region’s best, the market showcases organic vegetables and fruit, local honey and spices, fresh-baked treats, and bouquets of cut flowers. Shoppers can also find handcrafted gifts and original artwork alongside farm-raised meats and eggs. Children can enjoy a dedicated activity booth, and the atmosphere makes it easy to meet the farmers and makers who bring their goods to the community.

Children ages 7 to 11 can dive into nature-based play that supports physical and emotional well-being. At Where the Wild Things Play, kids explore natural environments with peers under thoughtful, light-touch supervision that builds independence and confidence. While they get hands-on with discovery, parents and guardians are invited to take part in a ranger-led hike, with time to explore the wonders of nature for themselves. This free program takes place in St. Charles County parks. Pre-registration is required.

Celebrate the midyear with a Pokemon Trading Card Game event featuring competitive play. The format begins with best-of-one Swiss rounds based on attendance, then moves to a best-of-three Top Cut. Entry is $10. Each participant receives one prize pack and a booster from the latest set with entry, with additional prizes for those who make Top Cut. There is also a chance to take home a special Z-A Starters playmat. Decklists will be collected before the event begins and must be fully completed and turned in to the Judge prior to the start. Any decklists requested or submitted after the submission deadline will result in a Round 1 loss.

An upbeat celebration of 80s alternative dance music awaits. Bring your dance shoes and invite friends, family, and neighbors for a full evening on the dance floor.

Scarecrow Joe makes a return appearance at New Town Amphitheater. This performance is open to all ages.

The sixth annual St. Charles Jewish Festival brings a warm celebration of Jewish life and culture to the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Museum. Presented by the Chabad Jewish Center of St. Charles County and The Gan St. Charles Preschool, the event showcases live Jewish music, including a performance by The Shuk Experience, along with family-friendly entertainment. Guests can learn about Jewish holidays, rituals, and traditions through engaging activities, and enjoy kosher food available for purchase. Admission is free, and music and kids activities are also free.

Experience early Missouri at Fort Zumwalt Park with docent-led tours of the Heald Home and Jacob Zumwalt’s Fort, where guides share stories of frontier life alongside interactive demonstrations that make nineteenth century routines feel close and real. This edition focuses on Homestead Chores, exploring how families worked before running water, electricity, or grocery stores. After the tour, guests can try everyday tasks such as fetching water, hanging and folding laundry, gathering firewood, milking a cow, and collecting eggs. Admission covers the tours and the themed, hands-on activities, offering a family-friendly way to connect with local history.

Ambassador Sunday at Show Me Reptile Shop offers a laid back opportunity to spend time with the shop’s ambassador animals. Visitors can get an up close look, ask questions, and learn about a range of species while speaking with the team. Suitable for dedicated reptile enthusiasts as well as those who are simply curious, it provides a friendly way to connect with the animals and staff.

This celebration offers live music, activities for all ages, and plenty of refreshing shave ice.

Ninja Summer Camp presents a carnival-themed week filled with games and crafts inspired by the theme, with popcorn offered throughout the week. Themed activities are included for both half-day and full-day participants. The camp is open to ages 5 to 13, and 4-year-olds may request approval. Campers can choose half-day or full-day schedules and attend for a single day or the entire week. Rates are $50 for one half day, $90 for one full day, $195 for a full week of half days, and $345 for a full week of full days. Sibling discounts are available. After-care is offered daily at $10 per hour.

Enchanted Playroom welcomes back the LSL Mothers Club for a relaxed hour of play and conversation for families interested in the club. Children can enjoy open play while parents connect with local moms and chat with club representatives who will be available to answer questions and share information. As a thank you, attendees may choose a $2 perk, either a discount on open play admission or $2 off a coffee or a Dirty Soda at the Drink Bar. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required to secure a spot for this session.

Cones with Cops offers a relaxed opportunity to meet and chat with Chesterfield officers over ice cream. Attendees can connect with the officers, ask questions, and enjoy a sweet treat together. The gathering takes place at The Silver Spoon.

Food Trucks in Blanchette Park offers a mix of food truck favorites, cold beverages, and live music from the Riddled Liver Band. Guests may want to bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfortable seating. Please note that domesticated animals are not permitted, and bringing alcoholic beverages into the park during special events or removing alcoholic drinks purchased at the event is prohibited under city ordinance 255.030.

Best friends Valentine and Proteus promise unwavering loyalty, then both fall for the same woman and everything unravels. What follows is a swirl of disguises, crossed signals, and a canine who steals the spotlight, all delivered in a performance with no intermission. This Shakespearean romantic comedy explores the pull of young love, the strains it places on friendship, and the forgiveness that helps mend the fallout. Presented as part of a free series in parks across the region.