St. Louis Family Playdate | Presented by Royal Banks of Missouri

Friday, February 27 | 12— 2 p.m. (2 Sessions) | Fennel Cooking Studio

Join St. Louis Magazine on February 27 at Fennel Cooking Studio for a fun cookie decorating session! During an hour-long session, kids will decorate two cookies of their own, making for a hands-on and delicious afternoon of creativity.

Why Emily Adams, our Family Editor, chose this location: From sneaking tastes to wielding a whisk, kids love being part of the kitchen action. With its beloved culinary classes, Fennel Cooking Studio invites families to get messy, make memories, and cook up something beautiful—and delicious—together. There’s no better spot to whip up something that’s as fun to create as it is to eat.

Sessions: There will be two sessions to choose from: 12–1 p.m. and 1–2 p.m. Purchase tickets to the session of your choice. Each session will be limited to 20 children.

Price: Tickets are $15 per child, or $12 per child with a commitment to bring a donation benefiting The Little Bit Foundation. Use coupon code stlmagdonation for discounted rate. Accompanying adults can join for free.

SOLD OUT: Monday, February 2 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | The Magic House

St. Louis Magazine‘s Family Playdate at The Magic House will be open exclusively to SLM’s guests, giving families the opportunity to explore, play, and learn together without the crowds. This event is SOLD OUT!

Giving Back: As with all of our Family Playdates, this event supports a local nonprofit. In January, we’re proud to partner with The Little Bit Foundation to collect coats, hats, scarves, and gloves for children in the St. Louis area during the winter months.

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 the most exciting new or beloved family attractions STL has to offer every month. Each playdate will vary in recommended age group and geographical location, but our goal is that all will be inclusive and stress-free.


Upcoming Playdates

"Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails!" will be on view at The Magic House January 17–September 7, 2026.

February 2: Family Playdate at The Magic House

Thanks for making this a SOLD OUT event! On February 2, The Magic House will be open exclusively to Playdate guests, giving families the opportunity to explore, play, and learn together without the crowds. This Playdate benefits The Little Bit Foundation.
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February 27: Family Playdate at Fennel Cooking Studio

Join St. Louis Magazine on February 27 at Fennel Cooking Studio for a fun cookie decorating session! During the event, kids will decorate two cookies of their own, making for a hands-on and delicious afternoon of creativity. This Playdate benefits The Little Bit Foundation.
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Past Playdates

Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Dave Sinclair Lincoln
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Dave Sinclair Lincoln

On December 12, 2025, St. Louis Magazine hosted a holiday Family Playdate at Dave Sinclair Lincoln, bringing families together for a festive evening of seasonal fun.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Missouri Botanical Garden
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Missouri Botanical Garden

On November 19, families gathered at Missouri Botanical Garden for St. Louis Magazine’s fifth St. Louis Family Playdate. See photos and videos from the event.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at The Summit All Seasons Market 
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at The Summit All Seasons Market 

On October 21, families gathered at The Summit All Seasons Market in Kirkwood for St. Louis Magazine’s fourth St. Louis Family Playdate. See photos and videos from the event.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at St. Louis Union Station 
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at St. Louis Union Station 

On September 18, families gathered at St. Louis Union Station for St. Louis Magazine’s third St. Louis Family Playdate. See photos and videos from the event.
St. Louis Family Playdate at Polished Prints
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St. Louis Family Playdate at Polished Prints

On August 14, 2025, families gathered at Polished Prints for St. Louis Magazine’s Family Playdate. See photos and videos from the event.
St. Louis Family Playdate at TotSpot Social
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St. Louis Family Playdate at TotSpot Social

On July 18, families gathered at TotSpot Social for the very first St. Louis Magazine Family Playdate. See photos and videos from the event.

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Media Coverage

  • St. Louis Magazine’s Family Playdates bring affordable fun—and community—to St. Louis families (KSDK)
  • Families bond at Polished Prints during St. Louis Magazine’s playdate series (KSDK)
  • St. Louis Magazine’s Family Playdates foster new friendships for St. Louis families (KSDK)