St. Louis Magazine Events
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The 314 Podcast Live ft. Katie Lee
OCTOBER 21, 2026 | .ZACK
Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor and The 314 Podcast host Sarah Fenske for a candid conversation with St. Louis restaurateur, entrepreneur, mom, and author Katie Lee as she celebrates the release of her new memoir, Unemployable: The Katie Lee Story. Presented by Russell.
Join St. Louis Magazine executive editor and The 314 Podcast host Sarah Fenske for a candid conversation with St. Louis restaurateur, entrepreneur, mom, and author Katie Lee as she celebrates the release of her new memoir, Unemployable: The Katie Lee Story. Presented by Russell.
Business 500 Live: Leading What's Next
SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 | EMERSON AUDITORIUM, WASHU OLIN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
St. Louis Business 500 Live, presented by WashU Olin Business School and sponsored by Guarantee Electrical, is an event series that brings together select Business 500 leaders for candid conversations about leadership, decision-making, and what it takes to run an organization today. This discussion is moderated by Sarah Fenske, executive editor of St. Louis Magazine.
St. Louis Business 500 Live, presented by WashU Olin Business School and sponsored by Guarantee Electrical, is an event series that brings together select Business 500 leaders for candid conversations about leadership, decision-making, and what it takes to run an organization today. This discussion is moderated by Sarah Fenske, executive editor of St. Louis Magazine.
Kids Book Club
MONTHLY
St. Louis Magazine invites families to come play, read, and connect at the St. Louis Kids Book Club! Presented by PNC and The Clark Family and hosted by St. Louis County Library, this series brings families together for stories, hands-on fun, and community time.
St. Louis Magazine invites families to come play, read, and connect at the St. Louis Kids Book Club! Presented by PNC and The Clark Family and hosted by St. Louis County Library, this series brings families together for stories, hands-on fun, and community time.
Family Playdates
MONTHLY
St. Louis Magazine‘s Family Playdates bring parents and caregivers across the St. Louis metro area together for kid-friendly fun—they also take you to exciting family attractions STL has to offer every month. Every Playdate benefits a local charity. Presented by Royal Banks.
St. Louis Magazine‘s Family Playdates bring parents and caregivers across the St. Louis metro area together for kid-friendly fun—they also take you to exciting family attractions STL has to offer every month. Every Playdate benefits a local charity. Presented by Royal Banks.
St. Louis Supper Club
QUARTERLY
St. Louis Supper Club is St. Louis Magazine‘s fine dining experience with a twist, presented by ReeceNichols. The location? A secret, revealed the morning of the event. Held at one of the city’s top restaurants, the night features a thoughtfully curated multi-course tasting menu and expertly paired beverages.
St. Louis Supper Club is St. Louis Magazine‘s fine dining experience with a twist, presented by ReeceNichols. The location? A secret, revealed the morning of the event. Held at one of the city’s top restaurants, the night features a thoughtfully curated multi-course tasting menu and expertly paired beverages.
Fast Forward STL Live: The Business of Sports
SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 | CITY SC OFFICES
Fast Forward STL Live, presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc., is a dynamic, in-person extension of St. Louis Magazine’s business podcast. This event brought together St. Louis sports leadership to discuss the broader economic impact of sports in the city.
Fast Forward STL Live, presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc., is a dynamic, in-person extension of St. Louis Magazine’s business podcast. This event brought together St. Louis sports leadership to discuss the broader economic impact of sports in the city.
St. Louis Business 500 Live: The Decisions Behind Growth
JUNE 9, 2026 | EMERSON AUDITORIUM, WASHU OLIN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
St. Louis Business 500 Live, presented by WashU Olin Business School, is an event series that brings together select Business 500 leaders for candid conversations about leadership, decision-making, and what it takes to run an organization today. Discussions are moderated by Matt Coen, owner and CEO of St. Louis Magazine.
St. Louis Business 500 Live, presented by WashU Olin Business School, is an event series that brings together select Business 500 leaders for candid conversations about leadership, decision-making, and what it takes to run an organization today. Discussions are moderated by Matt Coen, owner and CEO of St. Louis Magazine.
St. Louis Business 500
APRIL 30, 2026 | GRAND HALL, UNION STATION
The St. Louis Business 500 honors the metro area’s most influential, impactful, and innovative leaders. More details coming soon. Presented by Bayer. Subscribe to the Business newsletter to keep up with the latest.
The St. Louis Business 500 honors the metro area’s most influential, impactful, and innovative leaders. More details coming soon. Presented by Bayer. Subscribe to the Business newsletter to keep up with the latest.
Excellence in Nursing Awards
JUNE 4, 2026 | MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDENS
To honor St. Louis’ dedicated nurses, St. Louis Magazine is hosting its 17th annual Excellence in Nursing Awards, presented by BJC HealthCare and Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing. Tickets will become available when honorees are announced in February 2026.
To honor St. Louis’ dedicated nurses, St. Louis Magazine is hosting its 17th annual Excellence in Nursing Awards, presented by BJC HealthCare and Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing. Tickets will become available when honorees are announced in February 2026.
Architect & Designer Awards
APRIL 9, 2026 | ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
St. Louis Magazine’s 19th Architect & Designer Awards, presented by Design & Detail, honors the exceptional work of local architects, designers, and artisans. Winners were announced live, with special recognition given to this year’s Visionary Award recipients for their impact on rebuilding communities after the 2025 tornado.
St. Louis Magazine’s 19th Architect & Designer Awards, presented by Design & Detail, honors the exceptional work of local architects, designers, and artisans. Winners were announced live, with special recognition given to this year’s Visionary Award recipients for their impact on rebuilding communities after the 2025 tornado.
Past Events
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Edwardsville Children’s Museum
On September 23, St. Louis Magazine hosted a Family Playdate at Edwardsville Children’s Museum, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri and sponsored by Lutheran Elementary School Association. As the largest children’s museum in the St. Louis Metro East, ECM is an education destination where kids and imaginations are welcome to wander.
Photos: St. Louis Business 500 Live – Leading What’s Next
On September 23, St. Louis Magazine hosted its second St. Louis Business 500 Live event, presented by WashU Olin Business School.
Photos: Fast Forward STL Live – The Business of Sports in St. Louis
On September 16, St. Louis Magazine hosted its first Fast Forward STL Live event, presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc. See photos and stay tuned for the episode release.
Photos: St. Louis Supper Club at The Mexican STL
On September 14, St. Louis Magazine hosted a sold-out Supper Club at The Mexican STL in Crestwood. See photos and the menu.
Photos: St. Louis Kids Book Club at Meramec Valley Branch
On September 10, families attended the monthly St. Louis Kids Book Club, presented by PNC and The Clark Family, and hosted by St. Louis County Library. This event took place at the Meramec Valley Branch and featured “The Future Book” by Mac Barnett.
Photos: 2026 A-List Awards Celebration
A-List honorees celebrated at 4 Hands Brewing Co. downtown on September 9.
Photos: St. Louis Kids Book Club at Clark Family Branch
On August 13, families attended the monthly St. Louis Kids Book Club, presented by PNC and The Clark Family, and hosted by St. Louis County Library. This event took place at the Clark Family Branch and featured “I Eat Poop” by Mark Pett.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Metro Theater Company
On August 7, St. Louis Magazine hosted a Family Playdate at Metro Theater Company, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri and sponsored by Ryan Lawn & Tree. This Back-to-School Rave was the ultimate dance party for kiddos and their grown-ups alike. With the help of our Spin Society DJ’s, families hit the dance floor to enjoy good music and good vibes.
Photos: St. Louis Supper Club at Great Heart Brewing Co.
On July 28, St. Louis Magazine hosted a sold-out Supper Club at Great Heart Brewing Co. See photos and the German-inspired menu.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at TotSpot Social
On July 23, St. Louis Magazine celebrated one year of Family Playdates with a special birthday celebration at TotSpot Social, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri. Returning to the venue where the series first began made the event even more meaningful, as families came together for an evening of play, connection, and celebration.