The Loop Ice Carnival
Ice sculptures are scattered throughout the block at the Loop Ice Carnival in January.
January 13 & 14
Tip: Sign up to compete in the human dog sledding races.
February 25
Tip: Find a house party—it beats standing in long lines in the cold.
March 17
Tip: Arrive early, and leave the coolers and glass bottles at home.
April 22 & 23
Tip: Free yoga in Forest Park is reason enough to visit the fest.
May 7
Tip: Don’t miss the colorful People’s Joy Parade along Cherokee.
June 2–25
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis
Tip: Arrive early for the green show.
July 14
Tip: Free music, art demos, and more in Maplewood.
August 25–27
Tip: Plan ahead so you know which acts will take the stages.
September (dates not yet announced)
Tip: Coolers (with cans, not bottles) are allowed at the fest.
October (dates not yet announced)
Tip: Make The Grove more colorful by helping with the paint-by-number mural.
November 2–12
St. Louis International Film Festival
Tip: Volunteers get a complimentary ticket.
December 26
Tip: Come for the beer, stay for the music and good deals.