Top food and drink events in St. Louis

September 25-26: Crab Festival

• What: Crack into a weekend devoted to crab at Broadway Oyster Bar, where the beloved downtown spot rolls out a specialty menu celebrating the crustacean alongside its usual Cajun and Creole favorites. Live music, cold drinks, and the restaurant’s famously lively New Orleans-inspired atmosphere round out the two-day seafood feast.
• Where: Broadway Oyster Bar, 736 South Broadway. 
• When: Friday, 4-11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 
• Price: Check with restaurant for details on cover charge; food and beverages will be available for purchase. 

September 25-27: St. Charles Oktoberfest

• What: Raise a stein along the riverfront as St. Charles Oktoberfest celebrates its 40th year with a weekend of German food, cold beer, and plenty of Gemütlichkeit. Frontier Park and historic Main Street come alive with oompah bands, dancing, contests, bratwurst, and more at this longtime fall tradition.
• Where: Frontier Park, St. Charles. 
• When: Friday, 4-11 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase.

September 26: Chef & Winemaker Dinner: Fall Equinox

• What: City Winery’s monthly Chef & Winemaker Dinner series celebrates the “Fall Equinox” with a four-course menu inspired by autumn’s peak seasonal ingredients. From a fall harvest salad with butternut squash to hangar steak and lavender creme brulee, each course is thoughtfully paired with City Winery wines, with a wine professional guiding guests through tasting notes and pairings throughout the evening.
• Where: City Winery St. Louis, 3730 Foundry Way. 
• When: Seatings at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. 
• Price: $85 plus tax and gratuity. 

September 27: Sazón Latin Food Festival

• What: Come hungry for a culinary tour of Latin America at this festival showcasing vibrant dishes from the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. A curated lineup of food vendors offers plenty to explore, from savory specialties to desserts, while Latin music and drinks add to the festive, family-friendly atmosphere inside one of St. Louis’ most beloved breweries. 
• Where: 4 Hands Brewing Company, 1220 South 8th. 
• When: Noon-5 p.m. 
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase. 

September 28: Mystery Mondays at Brookdale Farms 

• What: Follow the yellow brick road to a decidedly darker Oz at this interactive murder-mystery dinner at Brookdale Farms. Sip cocktails during an open-bar happy hour before settling in for dinner and a twisted whodunit, where actors mingle with guests and everyone works the clues to discover who was really off to kill the Wizard.
• Where: Brookdale Farms, 8004 Twin River, Eureka. 
• When: 6-9 p.m. 
• Price: $65.

September 30: Dumpling Fest St. Louis

• What: Taste your way around the world—and St. Louis—at this self-guided celebration of all things wrapped, stuffed, and delicious. Travel among participating restaurants for tasting plates that might include Chinese soup dumplings, Korean mandu, Nepalese momos, Indian kofta, Mexican empanadas, Vietnamese pot stickers, and more.
• Where: Participating restaurants; attendees will receive location details from the organizer. 
• When: 5-9 p.m. 
• Price: From $57.69.  

October 2: The Indomitable Spirit of America 250th Bourbon Release Party

• What: On the first Friday of every month, St. Louis based Still 630 is issuing a rare, single-barrel release to commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States. Dubbed “The Indomitable Spirit of America 250th Birthday Bourbon,” each release commemorates a milestone in American history, including the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Wright brothers’ first flight, and the March on Washington. Head down to October’s release party for a toast and other bourbon-infused festivities.  
• Where: Still 630 Distillery, 1000 South 4th. 
• When: 5-9 p.m. 
• Price: Admission is free. Beverages and subscriptions will be available for purchase. 

October 3:  Brewed Arts Festival

• What: Spend an afternoon exploring Cherokee Street one sip at a time at the fifth annual Brewed Arts Festival. Shops, galleries, and bars will pour more than 30 local and regional beverages, from beer and coffee to kombucha, tea, craft soda, and nonalcoholic spirits. Between tastings, catch live performances and watch artists at work throughout the neighborhood.
• Where: Participating businesses along the Cherokee Street business district. Check-in at the corner of Texas and Cherokee. 
• When: 1-5 p.m. 
• Price: From $28.52 (adults); from $12.51 (children 12 and under). 

October 3: CWE Art & Taste

• What: Enjoy an afternoon of art and food in the Central West End. Stroll Euclid Avenue to browse work from local artists and makers, step into neighborhood galleries for artist talks, and explore open studios in the Pierce Arrow Building. A separate tasting passport lets you sample small bites from restaurants including Edera, Kingside Diner, and Clementine’s Ice Cream as you go.
• Where: Participating businesses throughout the Central West End. 
• When: 1-5 p.m. 
• Price: $34.92. 

October 7: Open Chocolate Tasting Party

• What: Taste your way through Kakao’s handmade chocolates at an intimate gathering around the shop’s big table. The guided tasting features eight or nine confections, each with its own story, along with a look at how chocolate is made and how Kakao got its start. Bring your questions and an appetite for something sweet; the small group setting leaves plenty of room to savor each bite.
• Where: Kakao Chocolate, 7272 Manchester, Maplewood. 
• When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. 
• Price: $21.94.  

October 9-11: Best of Missouri Market

• What: Spend a fall day discovering what Missouri’s makers, growers, and food producers do best at the Best of Missouri Market. More than 150 vendors will bring handcrafted goods, jewelry, native plants, and locally made foods to the Missouri Botanical Garden, with additional shopping inside the Bayer Event Center this year. Sample beer, wine, and spirits, grab a bite from the food court, and catch live music. Families can stop by the Kids’ Corner for pumpkin decorating, face painting, and more.
• Where: Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw. 
• When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 
• Price: $9 (Garden member); $18 (non-members); $9 (children 3-12).

October 9: St. Louis Bourbon & Cocktail Festival

• What: Stroll along Cherokee Street into historic buildings and tucked-away spaces, where whiskey tastings await at every turn. The Halloween-themed celebration spans four blocks of Cherokee Street and Demenil Place, with hundreds of whiskeys to sample alongside live music, street performers, food trucks, and cigar patios. Hosted by the St. Louis Bourbon Society, the festival also supports Code 3 Response for First Responders through a portion of ticket proceeds.
• Where: Lemp Grand Hall, 1817 Cherokee. 
• When: 6-9 p.m. (VIP admission opens at 5 p.m.)
• Price: From $75. 

October 9: Harvest Wine Dinner

• What: Celebrate the end of the grape harvest with a five-course dinner featuring fall dishes and wine pairings. Sommelier Meredith Sutch of Tavolo Vigneto will guide guests through five wines, sharing her knowledge as the shop’s team serves a dish to accompany each pour. With just 24 guests, the dinner offers a relaxed setting to enjoy seasonal food, discover new wines, and talk with fellow wine lovers.
• Where: Vom Fass of St. Louis, 7314 Manchester, Maplewood.
• When: 6-8 p.m.
• Price: $65.87.

October 9-10: Oktoberfest at Soulard Farmers Market

• What: Raise a stein and settle in for German music, food, and plenty of neighborhood spirit as Soulard celebrates Oktoberfest. This two-day celebration of St. Louis’s German heritage brings beer, wine, live entertainment, and an open-air plaza to the neighborhood, with free admission to the festival. For an extra dose of Oktoberfest fun, the optional Budweiser VIP tent offers its own entertainment, a commemorative stein, and even axe throwing.
• Where: Soulard Farmers Market, 730 Carroll.
• When: 3-10:30 p.m. 
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase. VIP tent access from $23.18.

October 10: Brew in the Lou

• What: One of St. Louis’ most popular fall festivals returns to Francis Park this year for a day filled with beer, wine, spirits, and food from St. Louis favorites and producers beyond the region. Brew in the Lou pairs unlimited tastings, while supplies last, with live music and local vendors to browse between pours. Admission includes a commemorative tasting glass, and the festival supports the Lutheran Elementary School Association’s work helping children access Lutheran education in the St. Louis area.
• Where: Francis Park, 5399 Donovan. 
• When: 1-5 p.m. 
• Price: $60.54 (general admission); $$135.23 (VIP). 

October 10: Wine and Food Holiday Festival

• What: Sample wines from renowned vineyards and boutique wineries at the Wine & Food Holiday Festival’s Grand Wine Tasting Experience. The event also features select bourbon, rum, and tequila tastings, food trucks, and live music, with proceeds supporting local charities. VIP ticket holders can watch the St. Louis Wine Competition, visit a private lounge for premium pours and chef-curated bites, or join workshops on painting, wine tasting, and cocktail making.
• Where: Cortex Commons, 4270 Duncan. 
• When: Noon-8 p.m. 
• Price: From $71.21

October 10-11: Place & Time: Bogotá–Interwoven

• What: Begin with a cocktail and a guided tour of Olga de Amaral: Weaving the Infinite at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, then head to Spring Church for a six-course Colombian dinner with beverage pairings. A collaboration between the Pulitzer and Place & Time, Bogotá — Interwoven draws on the artist’s work and Colombia’s culinary traditions to connect the exhibition’s themes of weaving and transformation with what’s on the table.
• Where: Pulitzer Arts Foundation, 3716 Washington. 
• When: 6-9 p.m. 
• Price: $250. 

October 13: How to Cook Spanish

• What: Get hands-on with the flavors of Spain in this cooking class from The Cooking Solution. You’ll learn how a few simple ingredients can become a spread of tapas and other dishes, including Spanish tortilla, patatas bravas, pan con tomate, and paella. The intimate, vegetarian-friendly class offers a chance to practice each recipe and pick up techniques you can use to bring a Spanish-inspired meal to your own table.
• Where: Kakao Chocolate, 7272 Manchester, Maplewood. 
• When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. 
• Price: $65.81.

October 14: Puff, Paint, & Sip

• What: Unwind with an evening that combines painting, food, drinks, and a cannabis-friendly atmosphere at Brookdale Farms. Follow along with beginner-friendly instruction while creating your own canvas, then enjoy smash burgers, an open bar, a complimentary pre-roll, and giveaways along the way. Guests can also bring their own smoke to round out the laid-back experience.
• Where: Brookdale Farms, 8004 Twin River, Eureka. 
• When: 6:30-9 p.m. 
• Price: $80.

October 16: Delish on Delmar

• What: Dance in the street, try food from local vendors, and browse handmade goods as Delmar Boulevard fills with music and neighborhood spirit. Returning for its third year, this free celebration brings a block party and makers market to the Delmar Maker District. Make an evening of it by exploring Third Friday activities at nearby spots, including Third Degree Glass, Craft Alliance, MADE Makerspace, and The Magic House MADE for Kids.
• Where: Participating businesses throughout the Delmar Maker District (Delmar between Union and Kingshighway)
• When: 5-10 p.m. 
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase. 

October 17: Pumpkin Festival

• What: Pick out a pumpkin, sample a seasonal treat, and spend a fall morning browsing the St. Charles Farmers Market. The Pumpkin Festival brings an extra dose of autumn to the market’s regular lineup of vendors, with plenty of pumpkins to take home. If you have a favorite pumpkin pie recipe, bring your best effort for the pie contest and see how it stacks up.
• Where: St. Charles Market on Main Street. 
• When: 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase. 

October 17: Authentic Swiss Raclette Dinner

• What: Gather around the table for an authentic Swiss raclette dinner in the heart of Maplewood. Led by Vom Fass’ owner and Swiss native Anita von Ballmoos, the leisurely, all-you-can-eat feast centers on melting raclette cheese over potatoes, bread, meats, and other toppings while steak strips and mushrooms cook at the table. The evening also includes salad, Swiss bread, dessert, and unlimited red and white wine, making it easy to linger over another helping with fellow guests.
• Where: Vom Fass of St. Louis, 7314 Manchester, Maplewood. 
• When: 6-8 p.m. 
• Price: $103.22.

October 18: Sababa: Jewish Arts & Culture Festival

• What: Celebrate Jewish culture through live music, art, family activities, and plenty to eat at Sababa Festival. The lineup includes Lisa Loeb, Nissim Black, Yuval Raphael, Elana Jagoda and Saul Kaye, and Klezundheit. Between performances, explore Jewish cultural dishes, festival favorites, and desserts from food partners including Zelda’s Table, 613 Catering, Corner Cafe, and Clementine’s Ice Cream. The festival welcomes the entire St. Louis community to join in.
• Where: 40 South Central, Clayton. 
• When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase. 

October 23: Spookiest Hours at the APA

• What: Spend happy hour with adoptable dogs at Spookiest Hours, a Halloween edition of Happiest Hours. Sip drinks, snack, enter raffles, and browse a pop-up from Refashioned Planet while enjoying festive activities. Blue Empress Tarot will also offer free readings. Costumes are welcome, though guests are asked to skip masks and elaborate outfits that might frighten the dogs. The event is for ages 21 and older.
• Where: APA Adoption Center, 1705 South Hanley, Brentwood. 
• When: 5 p.m. 
• Price: $25.

October 26: Mystery Mondays at Brookdale Farms 

• What: Step into a haunted mansion mystery over dinner at Brookdale Farms. This month’s Mystery Mondays theme, Murder at the Haunted Mansion, begins with an open-bar cocktail hour where actors mingle with guests before the story unfolds. Over dinner, follow the clues, question what you’ve seen, and take part in solving the case. The interactive evening is for guests 21 and older, and tickets must be purchased in advance.
• Where: Brookdale Farms, 8004 Twin River, Eureka. 
• When: 6-9 p.m. 
• Price: $65.

October 28: Playlist: Symphony Happy Hour

• What: Settle in with a cocktail or mocktail as Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony brings a countryside scene to life, from a gently flowing stream to a summer storm. Part of the Playlist: Symphony Happy Hour series, this one-hour concert pairs the music with insights from the conductor and a chance to mingle with musicians. It’s an inviting way to hear a familiar work or discover it for the first time.
• Where: Powell Hall, 718 North Grand. 
• When: 6:30 p.m. 
• Price: From $42. 

October 29: Dia de los Muertos Dinner at El Molino del Sureste 

• What: Explore the food traditions of Día de los Muertos at a four-course dinner at the acclaimed Yucatecan restaurant El Molino del Sureste. James Beard Award-nominated chef Alex Henry will interpret regional dishes eaten during Mexico’s annual remembrance of loved ones who have died, bringing flavors from across the country to the table. Guests can also add cocktail pairings selected by beverage director Ben Bauer. The dinner offers a chance to experience the holiday through its culinary traditions.
• Where: El Molino del Sureste, 5005-5007 South Kingshighway. 
• When: Seatings at 5:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. 
• Price: $85. Optional beverage pairing $35. 

October 30: Chef & Winemaker Dinner Series: Harvest

• What: Settle in for a four-course dinner celebrating fall flavors at City Winery. The Harvest menu moves from butternut squash bisque and duck confit salad to chicken paillard with fall vegetables, finishing with apple crisp. Each course is paired with a wine, including a Willamette Valley pinot noir and a Sonoma Mountain chardonnay. A wine professional will guide guests through the pairings, sharing tasting notes and the stories behind each pour.
• Where: City Winery St. Louis, 3730 Foundry Way. 
• When: Seatings at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
• Price: $85 plus tax and gratuity. 

October 31: The Legendary CWE Halloween Party

• What: Costumes take over the Central West End for the city’s premier Halloween celebration that starts with family fun and ends with a street party. Kids can join a costume parade, decorate pumpkins, and trick-or-treat at neighborhood businesses, while dogs get a parade of their own. After dark, live music, street performers, drag, and fire dancers set the scene for an adults-only costume contest known for its elaborate entries.
• Where: Participating businesses throughout the Central West End. 
• When: 11 a.m.-midnight.
• Price: Admission is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase.