This weekend in St. Louis, MO

Set in Tower Grove Park, this farmers market offers locally sourced produce, meat, and other foods, along with a variety of goods from artisans, growers, and makers.

A race day built for all ages and paces features a half marathon, 10k, 5k, a 1 mile option, and a kids dash for ages 10 and under. Packet pickup takes place before the start. The national anthem opens the festivities, then the races get underway. Kids dash participants gather at the start line and are guided to the starting area. After you finish, visit the registration tent for live results and awards. Registration for the half marathon, 10k, and 5k includes a custom bib, a designer shirt, and a finisher medal, with chip timing and live results for the timed distances. The 1 mile entry is untimed and also comes with a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal. The kids dash is a short, untimed run for children 10 and under and includes a mini bib, a youth-sized shirt, and a medal created specifically for the dash. Children who want to run the dash without receiving swag may participate at no cost. Look forward to free finish line snacks, complimentary photos, and a friendly, family-focused atmosphere that welcomes every fitness level. Participants can chase a personal best or simply enjoy the experience. Youth pricing is available for the 5k and 10k, with entries for ages 12 and under priced at $17. Register early to ensure you receive a shirt.

A free support group offers a welcoming space for anyone affected by stroke to connect with peers. Attendees talk together, trade practical coping tools and resources, and provide mutual encouragement, with staff present to listen and facilitate the conversation. The group is open to the public and meets at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, affiliated with BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health. For questions or to RSVP, contact Audra Sturmoski at Audra.sturmoski@encompasshealth.com or 314-658-3802, or email lifeafterstrokeabc@gmail.com.

Downtown Poplar Bluff comes alive for the 17th annual Iron Horse Festival, honoring the community’s railroad heritage with a day centered on local history, community spirit and family-friendly activities. Visitors can browse street vendors, catch live performances and enjoy options suited to every age group. Spectator admission is free, while fees apply to the pancake breakfast and entries for the car show. Organizers highlight it as one of the biggest community celebrations of the year. Vendor participation is noted by the organizers, and a detailed program will be announced soon.

Schlafly Library teams up with the Mississippi Valley N Scalers for a fun-filled Train Day that welcomes patrons of all ages. Explore detailed model train layouts, learn about the world of model railroading, and meet the experts who create these miniature worlds. Whether you are a lifelong rail fan or just curious, there is something for everyone throughout the day.

Holland Law Firm hosts the fourth annual Community Day at The Hub, a free family event open to the public. The focus is on bringing neighbors together, strengthening relationships, and connecting attendees with helpful resources, with all activities and offerings provided at no cost. As one of the firm’s key community initiatives, it reflects an ongoing commitment to unity, connection, and service.

Grill To Glory brings neighbors together with complimentary meals, space for prayer, and conversations that build connection. The focus is on strengthening relationships and uniting the community in a welcoming setting. A question of the day invites reflection on what the community needs more of right now.

Now in its 13th year at Tower Grove Park, this pride festival highlights community, creativity, and empowerment. Explore 400 booths featuring local artists, crafters, nonprofits, and local businesses. Enjoy performances across three stages with musicians, drag artists, and other local talent. Savor a broad range of options in three food and drink courts from area restaurants and food trucks, with both alcoholic and alcohol-free bars. Activities include volleyball and other games, along with pet-focused booths and play areas. A walking parade moves through the middle of the festival and is open to anyone. The event welcomes families with kid-focused offerings while also featuring adult-oriented areas related to gender and sexuality, so some elements may be PG-13.

At the Sachs Museum, meet Vampire Perfumer Rubia Homa for an engaging exploration of scent and folklore. She will share insights into fragrance creation, invite visitors to smell aromatic materials, and answer questions about the connections between vampires and perfume. Guests are encouraged to wear Vampire or goth-inspired attire. Admission is included with Garden entry, and the program is sponsored by Nancy Ridenour. Rubia Homa is a perfumer, artist, and educator based in Ontario, Canada. She began her fragrance career in Los Angeles in 2019, studying at the Institute for Art and Olfaction, serving as a judge for the Art and Olfaction Awards, and staying active in the international fragrance community. While in Los Angeles she participated in the local vampire community and delivered talks on scent culture. Her recent work includes a 2023 commission for a fragrance honoring Prince’s Purple Rain and the 2025 launch of her signature line, Huro Fragrances.

A lively stretch of Macklind Ave between Devonshire and Nottingham transforms into the annual Macklind Days street festival, presented by Slyman Bros Appliances. The day features live music, a mix of food and drink vendors, a dedicated kid zone, and more. The main stage lineup includes Larceny. Families will find a Kid’s Corner hosted by Macklind Make & Play, along with a balloon artist and face painting. These activities are free thanks to The Macklind Business District, and tips for the artists and performers are appreciated. Retail and artisanal offerings include Onetime Supply Co., South City Sporting Goods, and Angelo’s Barber Collective, with many additional local makers. Food options come from ONESTO, JJ TWIGS, Southside Alchemy, and Pretzel Boy's. Other participating vendors include Princeton Heights Woodworking, F&M Printables, and Roaming Druggist Shop. This community celebration is supported by generous sponsors, including Slyman Bros. Appliances as Diamond sponsor and Azar Orthodontics as Platinum sponsor, with Silver level support from Angelo’s Barber Collective, Espresso Yourself Coffee & Cafe, Carrollton Bank, and Naeger Family Insurance Agencies.

Latitiana's Healthcare Group is marking a milestone with a grand opening and ribbon cutting that highlights a new chapter focused on compassionate care, strong community partnerships, and high standards in healthcare. The celebration features a ceremonial ribbon cutting, time for networking with healthcare professionals, community leaders, referral partners, clients, families, and supporters, and opportunities to learn more about the services LHG offers. Attendees can enjoy refreshments and giveaways while celebrating with the LHG community. RSVP is requested to reserve a spot as the organization continues its commitment to compassionate, exceptional service throughout the community.

This ticketed evening in support of Seed St. Louis features outdoor cocktails, a live auction and a raffle, plus a farm-to-table dinner prepared by Homie Hospitality. Celebrating food and the bounty grown across a network of gardens, it helps strengthen the local food system and equips residents to grow their own food. Sponsors include Burns and McDonnell, The Staenberg Group, Commerce Bank, Home State Health, Lodging Hospitality Management, Husch Blackwell, LS Power Grid, US Bank, BJC HealthCare, GPD Group, Central Reform Congregation, Congregation Shaare Emeth, Temple Emanuel, Washington University in St. Louis, Greenscape Gardens, St. Louis Composting, Saint Louis University, and Grower Sponsors Cheryl Adelstein, Melanie Bernds, Anna Dmuchovsky, Karen McClure, Anne Marie Mosher, Sue Reed, April Troxel, Brooke Roseberry, and Phyllis Young.

Celebrate the fall season at Fox Park Foxtoberfest with two bands and plenty of festive fun. Admission is free, so bring the whole family.

Boogie Chyld brings a high-energy live set to Soulard Farmers Market Plaza. Entry is free, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair and settle in for an upbeat evening of music in the heart of Soulard.

Respighi’s Pines of Rome appears on the program with Yefim Bronfman performing Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 2. Together they signal the start of the 26/27 season.

Curt and Tiffany make a return appearance at The Drawing Board, performing a set of music. The venue offers tasty food and drinks for adults, paired with warm, friendly service.

Pure Nectar performs live at Chase Club with the entire band on stage.

Francis Park transforms with vibrant art, live music, and a welcoming community vibe as this celebration returns. Browse work by local and regional artists, enjoy performances throughout the day, and savor dishes from St. Louis favorites. Kids can take part in fun activities, and admission is free. Only two vendor spots remain, first come, first served. Interested vendors can text 814-388-9491 or email applyasavendor@gmail.com to apply.

Unwind with a gentle, all-levels yoga flow created for dog lovers at Zoomies Pet Cafe STL. Enjoy coffee specials and spend relaxed, quality time with your pup in a friendly, welcoming setting. The cost is $15 per person. To RSVP, email yogawithcharity@gmail.com.

The CITY Sprint 5K, presented by BJC HealthCare, returns with a course that finishes inside Energizer Park. The event features a runners village at Lou Fusz Plaza, a pre-race stretch, lineup announcements, the 5K, and an awards presentation. Every participant receives a commemorative shirt, a finisher medal, race day photos, and additional perks. Early bird pricing is available for those who register in advance.

Build strength and flow with a Yoga Sculpt session in Lafayette Park led by Lucy Short from Yogi Spice. Each class runs 60 minutes and welcomes all experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat and water. Classes take place beneath the large oak in the open field by the boathouse. The cost is $15 per class, and preregistration is recommended.

Icon Logik Tisci hosts the eighth annual Ball in the Park at Tower Grove Pride, guided by commentator Kee Kee Garcon. This gathering counts toward the Missouri Awards Ball and welcomes looks previously created for the Resistance Ball. The celebration returns with renewed intention and energy, keeping love, light, joy, and resistance at its core. Categories open to all include Face with a $100 award for a sunlit glow that keeps bone structure visible, natural glam, a bright smile, clear skin, and a decorative hand fan to elevate the joy. Performance offers $250 for a full-green story from head to toe in any shade, with shoes excluded from the color rule. Runway carries a $100 prize for nature-inspired flair highlighted by a botanical headpiece of flowers, vines, branches, or leaves and a breezy, whimsical walk. Realness awards $100 to pairs, inviting festival-ready authenticity that embraces the positive and lets personal truth shine. Legends and Icons go head to head in runway, performance, and realness showdowns. The Imperfect 10s welcomes beginners by combining runway, face, and performance into a single pass. Youth Walk the Runway features a $25 entry with a daydream palette of soft brights or pastels and a small prop such as a ribbon, wand, fan, or bouquet, with walking, posing, and voguing led by joy. Adult Walk the Runway has a $25 entry and calls for breathable light tones like cream, yellow, soft blue, blush, or lavender, paired with one whimsical statement element such as tulle, sparkle, a sculpted sleeve, or a dramatic accessory, then it is time to hit the runway, serve face, and vogue down.

The Levitt VIBE STL Music Series, presented by Delmar Main Street, brings free, family friendly concerts to Phillip Lucier Park in the Skinker Debaliviere neighborhood. Enjoy music on the park lawn with blankets, chairs, and picnic baskets in a relaxed outdoor setting. The series also offers opportunities for performers, vendors, and volunteers.

Set sail with old-school R&B on the Groove & Spin Cruise. Enjoy classic beats while sipping a cocktail on the top deck with sweeping views of the St. Louis skyline, or head to the dance floor below. This exclusive outing offers space to unwind and room to move. Tickets must be purchased in advance and all guests must be 21 or older. A maximum of 19 tickets can be purchased per customer. Adult admission is $35.

Historic Crossroads hosts a weekly open mic that welcomes every genre and format. Participation is open to all, and pets and even wildlife are welcome. Take the mic and share what you have to offer.

Experience the vibrant sound of 1960s Las Vegas in a swinging showcase featuring vocalists Arvell Keithley and Leslie Craig, with trumpeter Jim Manley leading a four piece horn section supported by the rhythm section. The band includes Mark Maher on piano, Jay Stemmley on bass, Joe Weber on drums, Marc Garcia on trumpet, Larry Johnson on saxophone, Jim Owens on trombone, and Jim Manley on trumpet.

The Midnight brings its Time Machines show to The Pageant, with Bonnie McKee on the lineup. This all-ages event offers general admission at $35 in advance and $40 on the day of show, plus VIP options listed at $174.60 and $107.59. Tickets are available now. A giveaway is advertised for those who mark the event as Interested, with one person randomly selected to receive two tickets. To avoid issues with entry, purchase only through Ticketmaster or the artist’s official site, since the venue does not verify tickets from other sellers.