Top 5 things to do in St. Louis this weekend: June 9–11

Beyond Twangfest and soccer, toast in the CWE and downtown, take in some literature and art, and attend Delmar Juneteenth.

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Doom Scroll | June 9–July 29

An intriguing new exhibition opens Friday, with a reception from 5–8 p.m. Vincent Stemmler’s Doom Scroll looks at place, history, and socio-economic realities and how they inform identity over time and space. Trash, building materials, and live plants find their way into Kranzberg Arts Foundation resident artist Stemmler’s works. There will also be an artist talk on June 17 . The Gallery at The Kranzberg, 501 N. Grand.

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Central West End Cocktail Party | June 10

For the past six years, the Central West End has been hosting an annual bash to celebrate its anniversary of (perhaps) the world’s first-ever cocktail party, thrown in the neighborhood in 1917. Cotton candy, fire dancers, stilt walkers, and music make for a night you can’t forget. The CWE Cocktail Competition also puts it all on the line for the city’s best bartenders. Free to attend. 5–10 p.m. Central West End.

City Social | June 9

The downtown street fest includes food trucks, music, and more. Bring your dancing shoes for DJ Stazi and DJ Nico Marie, as well as live music from Jam: Jackson and Mars. 4–9 p.m. Downtown St. Louis, Washington Avenue from Tucker Boulevard to 14th Street.

Queer Joy June Book Bazaar | June 11

Blueprint Coffee and Left Bank Books are hosting a series of pop-up book bazaars this summer. Left Bank is curating each monthly installment with an eye toward the shop’s 2023 reading challenge. The first event celebrates Pride Month with a Queer Joy theme. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. High Low, 3301 Washington.

Delmar Juneteenth | June 10

This Juneteenth celebration kicks off a time of celebration and reflection. (The celebration happens before June 19, so it's possible to attend multiple related events throughout the month.) Enjoy bounce houses, face-painting, food from local restaurants, and more. The day begins with a drum call by Kunama Mtendaji. Noon–6 p.m. Hamilton and Delmar.

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