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Mushroom Rally | October 12
If you've ever wanted to drop into your favorite video game, this might be your best shot. Mushroom Rally is a Mario Kart lovers' dream. Dress as your favorite characters from the game and race go-karts on a custom-made Mario Kart–themed racetrack for a chance to win prizes. $55. Secret location, downtown St. Louis.
RuPaul's Werq The World 2019 Tour | October 10
Returning to St. Louis, RuPaul's Drag Race World Tour brings the new Werq The World Tour to the city. The plot follows the queens, mission leader Asia O'Hara and her intergalactic queens Aquaria, Detox, Monet Exchange, and more on a mission to save the universe. $58–$200, The Pageant, 6161 Delmar.
Brew in the Lou | October 12
Lined up along the Lily Pond will be more than 100 vendors from restaurants, craft artisans, and more than 40 regional craft breweries where event-goers can try samples from Goose Island, Old Bakery Beer Company, Urban Chestnut, Rockwell Beer Co., and more. Along with beer, wrist bands include unlimited tastings of wine, spirits, barbecue, coffee, and desserts. Tasters can then vote for their favorite brews, chili recipes, and brats. Enjoy live entertainment by the Lutheran South High School Jazz Band and Steve Ewing Band. $40, Francis Park, Eichelberger Street & Donovan.
Soulard Oktoberfest | October 11 & 12
Soulard Oktoberfest boasts authentic German foods and beverages for purchase along with multiple beer tents, a wine garden, and steins. Bonus: Attendees can enjoy live music with Polka from Brave Combo and German Ooom-Pah with Terry Thompson and Bavarian Stompers. Free, Soulard Farmers Market, 730 Carroll.
Florissant Fall Festival | October 13
A chili cook-off, a large flower competition, a flea market, and food booths are just a few of the notable items of this festival's agenda. A celebration of the town's cultural heritage, the fair also features work from more than 60 local artisans and makers. Free, Florissant, 601 Rue.
