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Erik Campos
Through August 23: “Imagining the Founding of St. Louis”
Organized to celebrate the city’s 250th birthday, the exhibit “Imagining the Founding of St. Louis” includes paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures that tell the story of how our city came to be. Free. Noon–8 p.m. Tue, noon–5 p.m. Wed and Fri, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat, and one hour prior to Sheldon Concert Hall performances. The Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries, 3648 Washington, 314-533-9900, sheldonconcerthall.org.
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Paul Addotta
August 23: El Monstero
The “definitive Pink Floyd Tribute Experience” happens on Art Hill this weekend. While there, grab some grub from local food trucks. $30 the week of the show, $40 on show day. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Forest Park, Art Hill, 1 Fine Arts, arthill.elmonstero.com.
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Courtesy of the International Institute of St. Louis
August 23 & 24: Festival of Nations
Travel around the world in a day at the International Institute of St. Louis’ Festival of Nations. The event includes traditional entertainment from around the world, a bazaar, and a global food court. Free. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun. Tower Grove Park, 314-773-9090, festivalofnationsstl.org.
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August 24: ZZ Top & Jeff Beck
ZZ Top, the classic-rock band known for its legendary beards, performs some of its greatest hits, including “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Legs,” and “Tush.” English rock guitarist Jeff Beck also performs. $15–$212. 7 p.m. Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 14141 Riverport, 314-298-9944, livenation.com.
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August 24: Pet-A-Palooza
Celebrate your four-legged friends at this event featuring pet agility courses, pet boutiques, dog shows, an area for pet adoptions, activities for kids in The Magic House Kids Corner, and more. Free. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Purina Event Center at Purina Farms, 200 Checkerboard, 314-982-3232, purniafarms.com.
This weekend, see El Monstero on Art Hill, travel around the world at the Festival of Nations, and more.
