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Child picking strawberries. Kids pick fresh fruit on organic strawberry farm. Children gardening and harvesting. Toddler kid eating ripe healthy berry. Outdoor family summer fun in the country.
Des Peres Pirates Treasure Hunt | May 14
Arrrrrrrre you ready to search for long-lost treasure? Dress in a pirate costume, and join a crew of buccaneers on a hunt for a coveted chest of jewels. $20 resident, $26 nonresident. 12:30–2 p.m. Des Peres Park Gazebo, 12325 Manchester.
Scoops of Fun | May 14
Visit The Magic House for an evening of sweets from local ice cream vendors. Each ticket will benefit SSM Health’s Footprints palliative care program, which provides comfort and support to children with complex medical conditions. $15. 6–8:30 p.m. The Magic House, 516 S. Kirkwood.
Strawberry Festival | May 14 & 15, May 21 & 22
Have a sweet time at the family farm while picking strawberries and enjoying fun activities. Kids can also climb on the playground, pet animals, and take a ride in a wagon. Prices vary by activity. See website for details. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Eckert’s Farm Belleville, 951 S. Green Mountain, Belleville, Illinois.
Let it Snow Ice Show | May 20–22
Join Elsa, Anna, and Olaf for a magical series of ice shows featuring choreographed group and solo skating designed for the whole family. See website for ticket prices. 7–9 p.m. Fri. 5–7 p.m. Sat. 2–4 p.m. Sun. St. Peters Rec-Plex, 5250 Mexico Road.
Chinese Culture Days | May 21–22
Experience Chinese culture up close during this annual celebration at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Watch as a 70-foot dancing dragon parades through the grounds, and be sure to take in traditional t’ai chi and martial arts performances. Free for member children under age 13, $5 for nonmember children age 3–12, $8 members, $16 nonmembers. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw.
