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

August 7th | 4:30-6:30pm | Back to School Rave at Metro Theater Company

Join us on August 7th as St. Louis Magazine partners with Metro Theater Company for this month’s Family Playdate, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri, for a Back to School Rave. Their wildly popular Baby Rave events are all about music, movement, and letting kids express themselves in a fun, welcoming space. We couldn’t picture a more perfect, high-energy, joy-filled way for families to celebrate back-to-school season together.

Tickets are $10 per person; kids under five are free. Spots are limited, so don’t wait to reserve your spot!

Giving Back

As with all of our Family Playdates, this event supports a local nonprofit. This month, we’re proud to partner with Operation Shower to collect donations. You can help by visiting their wishlist and contributing items!

About Family Playdates: 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 the region 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. All of our Family Playdates support a local nonprofit.

By attending a Family Playdate event, you acknowledge and agree that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken of you and your child(ren). These images may be used by St. Louis Magazine for marketing, promotional, editorial, and social media purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, please notify event staff upon arrival.


Upcoming Playdates

Metro Theater Company

August 7: Back to School Rave at Metro Theater Company

Let’s hit the dance floor before school is in session! Join us for the Back to School Rave: the ultimate dance party for kiddos and their grown-ups alike. With the help of our Spin Society DJ’s, we’ve got the music, snacks, and good vibes covered, so you and the little ones in your life can dance worry-free! Presented by Royal Banks of Missouri, sponsored by Ryan Lawn & Tree.
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Edwardsville Children's Museum's Little Forest Sanctuary opened fall 2025.

September 23: Edwardsville Children's Museum

As the largest children’s museum in the metro east, Edwardsville Children’s Museum is an education destination where kids and imaginations are welcome to wander. Presented by Royal Banks of Missouri.
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Past Playdates

Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at TotSpot Social
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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.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Queeny Park
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Queeny Park

On June 18, St. Louis Magazine hosted a Family Playdate at the Queeny Park Nursery, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri. It was hosted by St. Louis County Parks and inspired by their beloved Children’s Garden Club. Families gathered to get creative, explore nature, and spend time together in one of St. Louis County’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at the CITY2 Match
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at the CITY2 Match

On May 30, 2026, St. Louis Magazine hosted a Family Playdate, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri and held in partnership with STL CITY SC, where families came together for an exciting afternoon of soccer, community, and fun. Guests gathered to cheer on St. Louis CITY2 and enjoy a special matchday experience alongside fellow Playdate families.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Betty’s Books
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Betty’s Books

On April 15, 2026, St. Louis Magazine hosted a Family Playdate, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri, at Betty’s Books. Families gathered for a joyful and engaging morning centered around stories, music, and play. The event featured a lively musical storytime that invited little ones to listen, sing along, and fully immerse themselves in the magic of books.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Macklind Make & Play
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Macklind Make & Play

On March 19, families gathered at Macklind Make & Play for an exclusive morning of fun. See photos from the event.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Fennel Cooking Studio
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at Fennel Cooking Studio

On February 27, families gathered at Fennel Cooking Studio for an exclusive afternoon of fun. See photos from the event.
Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at The Magic House
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Photos: St. Louis Family Playdate at The Magic House

On February 2, families gathered at The Magic House for an exclusive morning of fun. See photos from the event.
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)
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