Music New Music Circle reveals its 68th Season with Horse Lords, Wadada Leo Smith, Vinny Golia, and more The full 2026-2027 lineup features free-jazz pioneers and experimental ensembles performing at various venues.
Culture Shark Week tears into the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station Special shark-themed programming will be on offer from July 24—August 2. by Ian Scholes July 23, 2026 July 23, 2026
Culture Duane Reed Gallery’s ‘Small Works Invitational’ returns to highlight regional artists The exhibition returns to the Central West End gallery following a three-year hiatus. by Charlie Blasingame July 22, 2026 July 22, 2026
Culture Flyover Comedy Festival announces David Cross, Dropout Improv, Roy Wood Jr., and more for 2026 fest The annual comedy festival is set to take over the Delmar Loop from November 11-15. by Max Havey July 22, 2026 July 22, 2026
Branded Content The Blues Highway turns 100: Why Highway 61 deserves a spot beside Route 66 Travelers are rediscovering the historic route that carried blues legends, Great Migration stories, and generations of road-trippers through Missouri, including a rich stretch in Cape Girardeau. by SLM Partner Studio
Music Photos: MATI takes over Grand Center The music fest filled multiple venues with local and internationally celebrated artists across four days. by Christine Jackson & Carrie Zukoski July 20, 2026 July 20, 2026
Culture Top things to do in St. Louis this weekend: July 24–26 There’s no shortage of options for a range of interests. by Melissa Meinzer July 20, 2026 July 21, 2026
Travel Midwest destinations to experience late-summer blooms Peak season for lavender, sunflowers, and lotus flowers offers the perfect excuse for one more scenic road trip. by Jen Roberts July 19, 2026 July 21, 2026
Culture St. Louis Shakespeare Festival is hosting dog auditions for ‘The Two Gentlemen of Verona’ Auditions will be held at the St. Louis Shakespeare Festival Rehearsal Hall on July 23 from 4–6 p.m. by Ian Scholes July 16, 2026 July 16, 2026
Music 20 must-see acts at MATI 2026 A guide to the best of MATI ahead of a talent-packed weekend of performances by Daniel Hill July 16, 2026 July 16, 2026
Culture Afriky Lolo stages ‘Sundiata: The King of Mali’ for its 20th anniversary After his moment in the Oscar spotlight, Diádié Bathily returns to the St. Louis stage with Afriky Lolo on July 17 & 18. by Ian Scholes July 15, 2026 July 16, 2026
New Music Circle reveals its 68th Season with Horse Lords, Wadada Leo Smith, Vinny Golia, and more The full 2026-2027 lineup features free-jazz pioneers and experimental ensembles performing at various venues. by Joseph Hess
Photos: MATI takes over Grand Center The music fest filled multiple venues with local and internationally celebrated artists across four days. by Christine Jackson & Carrie Zukoski
20 must-see acts at MATI 2026 A guide to the best of MATI ahead of a talent-packed weekend of performances by Daniel Hill
Tyler Childers brings a grounded sound and viral sensations to his latest sold-out St. Louis stop The Americana/alt-country troubadour sold out Hollywood Casino Amphitheater Thursday night for the second time in four years. by Steve Leftridge
From New York to Paris and beyond, Sleepy Kitty still carry St. Louis with them Sleepy Kitty’s Evan Sult and Paige Brubeck have taken their creative endeavors international. by Rob Levy
Branded Content How Purina Farms turned 100 years of history into a pet lover’s destination In Gray Summit, a legacy of research, community, and connection continues to shape how people experience life with their pets. by SLM Partner Studio
Culture Lightning strikes twice for superhero short film ‘Heroes Among Us: Kid Electric’ The homegrown superhero short from Anthony Jones will play the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase on July 18 and San Diego Comic-Con on July 25. by Max Havey July 15, 2026 July 15, 2026
Travel A St. Louisan’s weekend guide to Nashville Make the most of your next trip to Music City by visiting some country music musts. by Megan Rubenstein July 13, 2026 July 13, 2026
Culture 10 day trip ideas within a 100-mile radius of St. Louis Where you can meet Popeye, scuba dive in a mine, and climb to the highest point in Missouri by Jen Roberts July 13, 2026 July 13, 2026
Culture New ‘Pocket Portraits’ volume explores Agatha Christie beyond her famous characters ‘Agatha Christie: The Mother of the Cozy Mystery’ is out July 14 from Adams Media. by Christine Jackson July 13, 2026 July 13, 2026
Culture The Midnight Company explores the absurd beauty of life with ‘Wakey, Wakey’ The production will run July 16—August 1 at The Chapel. by Ian Scholes July 13, 2026 July 13, 2026
Culture Stonemaier Games to release ‘Wingspan Pocket,’ a more accessible version of smash hit ‘Wingspan’ The game will release for online orders on July 15, with a wider retail release to follow. by Ian Scholes July 10, 2026 July 10, 2026
Music Tyler Childers brings a grounded sound and viral sensations to his latest sold-out St. Louis stop The Americana/alt-country troubadour sold out Hollywood Casino Amphitheater Thursday night for the second time in four years. by Steve Leftridge July 10, 2026 July 10, 2026
Culture Catch the best in local cinema at the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase Cinema St. Louis’ annual showcase of local filmmakers runs from July 17-26 at the Hi-Pointe Theatre. by Max Havey July 9, 2026 July 22, 2026
Music From New York to Paris and beyond, Sleepy Kitty still carry St. Louis with them Sleepy Kitty’s Evan Sult and Paige Brubeck have taken their creative endeavors international. by Rob Levy July 9, 2026 July 9, 2026
Culture Author Paul Tremblay synthesizes AI fears and dark comedy into ‘Dead but Dreaming of Electric Sheep’ Catch Tremblay on Monday, July 13 as part of the St. Louis County Library Foundation’s Favorite Author Series. by Max Havey July 7, 2026 July 7, 2026