There are many other events that happen in the St. Louis Metro area other than the ones listed below. These are my favorite fall cultural events. On-going attractions, such as The City Museum, etc, are indeed 'another show for a different day'. .....
BELLEVILLE, IL's 200th ANNIVERSARY....
Featuring:
(Highlights, but not limited to...)Friday, September 19, 9:00 PM- 10:30 PM
The Beach Boys
Saturday, September 20, 9:00 PM
The Roots & Boots Tour
Featuring Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin, Darryl Worley
Sunday, September 21, 7:30p-9:00p
Craig Morgan
Please keep in mind that those are the headliner bands in the evening, and on only stage. There are multiple stages (at least 4) at this event with other genres from classic rock to German music, with a lot of other activities
For more information, please visit:
http://belleville200.com/
Event map:
Missouri Festival for the Arts
When:
2014 dates...
Sept 19, Friday, 4:00 to 9:00 pm
Sept 20, Saturday, 1:00 am to 9:00 pm
Sept 21, Sunday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Historic Main Street St Charles, MO
Fantastically, detailed art, music and food!
The MOSAICS Missouri Festival for the Arts – hosted annually by the Art Festival Association – offers a free, family-friendly community arts event that has provided art appreciation, live entertainment, children’s art education activities and enjoyment for the past 18 years.
This free festival in the City of St. Charles, held on North Main Street in the Historic District, appeals to artists and visitors of all ages – from individuals to families, to those who appreciate art to the serious art collector, as well as aspiring artists and working arts professionals.
The MOSAICS Festival draws from across the St. Louis metropolitan region and surrounding states. The festival is also accessible to individuals of all abilities.
114 juried artists exhibit, sell their art, and compete for cash prize awards.
The Best of Missouri Market & Shaw Art Fair
When: The first weekend in October each year.
Friday, October 3
6 - 9 p.m. First Look Friday
Saturday, October 4
8 - 9 a.m. Members' Hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Market Hours
Sunday, October 5
8 - 9 a.m. Members' Hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Market Hours
Where: The Missouri Botanical Gardens and Shaw Park, right across the street from the Gardens
Go early! This event is 4 HUGE tents that are packed with vendors featuring products that are hand made in Missouri...
These products range from many food products to wools, yarns, candles, wood products, artwork, jewelry, lawn ornaments, plants, and much, much more.
Adults (ages 13–64) - $12
Seniors (ages 65+) - $10
Children (ages 3–12) - $5
Garden members - $5
(free for members' children 3–12)
There are TONS of free sample at many of the vendor's booths. Additional items are available for purchase at each booth.
THE HISTORIC SHAW ART FAIR
The Shaw Art Show is held directly across the street from the Gardens, and it is held at the same time as the Best of Missouri Market. This show features fine artists from all over the country, and occasionally - from around the world.
When: (Located right across the street from the Best of Missouri Show & Sale, the times and dates are pretty much the same.)
Admission:
$7 per person – good for both days. Children 14 and under enjoy free admission when accompanied by an adult.
For more information about The Historic Shaw Art Fair:
http://www.shawartfair.org/
For more information about The Best Of Missouri Show & Sale:
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/best-of-missouri-market.aspx
THE GROVE FEST
While the Grove Fest is the smallest event out of all that I have listed in this blog entry, it is well worth a visit. Last year, I entered - and won - my first beard contest! :)
When: October 4, 2014 at 2:00 pm until Midnight
Where: Manchester Ave between Boyle Ave. Sarah Ave.
GroveFest is an outrageously eclectic FREE street festival in the Grove, a vibrant commercial district here in St. Louis located along Manchester between Kingshighway and Vandeventer. Last year the festival drew over 12,000 attendees, was likened to funky New Orleans street festivals, was praised for the diversity in programming and turnout, and won Best Event Entertainment Concept and Best Public Event Planning ISES awards. At this year’s GroveFest, expect a diverse set of live music, live and interactive art, fashion shows, street performers, and of course, local food, drinks and wares of the Grove’s and St. Louis’ finest establishments.http://www.thegrovestl.com/events/grove-fest/
After your evening at Grove Fest, you can visit one of the nightspots on Manchester - maybe catch a female impersonation (translated: Drag) show at Meyer's Grove? If you go to Meyer's for a show, plan on being there at least by 8:30 PM (or earlier!) for a 10:00 PM show if you want seating in the stage area.
Just call me "Julie, the tour guide" ! I have gone to these events every year since the late 1980's. If you want to go, but don't want to go by yourself, give me a holla!
THE LAST OUTDOOR ART FAIR OF THE SEASON:
Friday, October 17, 2014
Saturday, October 18, 2014
October 19, 2014
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Below the solid line are past events.... but you can attend them next year!
The Festival of the Little Hills
**FREE ADMISSION**
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
9:30 AM - 10:00 PMSUNDAY, AUGUST 18
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
This huge event is held in in the Historic district of St. Charles, MO, just a few minutes drive from downtown St. Louis.
Lots of arts, crafts and vendors.
(I bought the hat you see in my pics at this festival from the representative from Head'n Home Hats.
( http://www.headnhome.com )
I just got a memo from Head'n Home, and they confirmed that they are going to have their booth at this year's festival. The same spot as last year: Booth # 910, which is closer to Old Millstream Inn Restaurant and Beer Garden. I'm gonna pick out another hat!
You will find many vendors selling products ranging from key chains to fine jewelry to not-so-cheap hats, fine art and much more. Live entertainment. Great food, and an early fall good time.
For more info on the Festival, itself:
http://www.festivalofthelittlehills.com/index.html
The Festival of Nations
When:Saturday, August 24, 2013 - 10am - 7pm
Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 10am - 6pm
Where:
St. Louis' Tower Grove Park, located near Grand and Arsenal on the City’s South Side, only steps away from St. Louis' famed International District!
Admission:
FREE!
(Bring $$ if you want to purchase food or merchandise from the many vendors at this event.)
Founded as recently as 2000, our annual Festival of Nations has QUICKLY grown into the St. Louis region's largest multicultural festival. The first few years, this Festival was relatively small, located in a tight circle within the park, and having only a few vendors, etc. The festival continued to grow at a modest rate each year since 2000, and in 2010, it suddenly exploded, expanding exponentially into the large festival that it is today.
With over 140,000 annual visitors, this festival has over 40 ethnic food booths, non-stop dance and music, arts and crafts, and an international bazaar with unique gifts from around the world.
Providing food, entertainment and education all day long during both Saturday and Sunday, this festival features:
For more information, please visit:
http://www.festivalofnationsstl.org/
BELLEVILLE, IL's 200th ANNIVERSARY....
Featuring:
(Highlights, but not limited to...)Friday, September 19, 9:00 PM- 10:30 PM
The Beach Boys
Saturday, September 20, 9:00 PM
The Roots & Boots Tour
Featuring Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin, Darryl Worley
Sunday, September 21, 7:30p-9:00p
Craig Morgan
Please keep in mind that those are the headliner bands in the evening, and on only stage. There are multiple stages (at least 4) at this event with other genres from classic rock to German music, with a lot of other activities
For more information, please visit:
http://belleville200.com/
Event map:
Missouri Festival for the Arts
When:
2014 dates...
Sept 19, Friday, 4:00 to 9:00 pm
Sept 20, Saturday, 1:00 am to 9:00 pm
Sept 21, Sunday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Historic Main Street St Charles, MO
Fantastically, detailed art, music and food!
The MOSAICS Missouri Festival for the Arts – hosted annually by the Art Festival Association – offers a free, family-friendly community arts event that has provided art appreciation, live entertainment, children’s art education activities and enjoyment for the past 18 years.
This free festival in the City of St. Charles, held on North Main Street in the Historic District, appeals to artists and visitors of all ages – from individuals to families, to those who appreciate art to the serious art collector, as well as aspiring artists and working arts professionals.
The MOSAICS Festival draws from across the St. Louis metropolitan region and surrounding states. The festival is also accessible to individuals of all abilities.
114 juried artists exhibit, sell their art, and compete for cash prize awards.
For more info:
http://stcharlesmosaics.org/home/
The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and...The Great Forest Park Balloon Race
The oldest and most well-attended FREE Hot-Air Balloon Event in the World
When: Fri, Sept 19 (evening) - the Balloon Glow
When: Sat, Sept 20 (afternoon) - the Balloon Race
Where: Forest Park, St. Louis, MO
Admission: FREE!
(Bring $$ if you want to purchase food / drink from vendors, or you can bring your own in a cooler, backpack, etc.)
The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race is the second-largest Hot Air Balloon event in the United States, second only to...well...you know who! :)
The Great Forest Park Hot Air Balloon Race's web site:
(After this page loads, click on the "Experience the website: Click here for a ride. After a few seconds of a digital hot air balloon ride, you will see pics of both the balloon glow and the actual race from the same ride you would get if you were in a helicopter - or a hot air balloon!)
http://greatforestparkballoonrace.com/
Admission and parking for this event is free. There is a large midway area that has food, other sponsors, as well as a Purina Pet area, live bands, and much, much more. Most people 'make a day of it' by bringing lawn chairs and / or a blanket and they spend a few hours relaxing under the trees down over the hill from the ball fields where the events are held. You can buy food and drink from the vendors, or bring your own.
On Friday evening (the night before the actual race), they do the 'Balloon Glow'. You can walk up to the balloons, and go feel the heat from the burners when they all Glow in the Dark! The ring leader has an air horn, and every 5 - 10 minutes, he blows that air horn as a signal to the balloon captains. All at once, 40 - 60 balloon captains add turn up the gas, and the resulting flame is bright, but somewhat inefficient: It produces a brighter, prettier glow The entire area glows, the crowd cheers, and cameras flash!
You can find many more pictures and video of this event on YouTube (search "Great Forest Park Balloon Race or Glow"), and more photos on sites like Flickr.com. This YouTube video is a good example of the atmosphere at the Balloon Glow :
This link is to Flickr.com, and some pics of the race and Balloon Glow:
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=Great+Forest+Park+Balloon&f=hp
It gets a bit crowded at both the balloon glow, and the actual race the day after the glow (Saturday), but with some planning in advance, it is a very enjoyable experience.
**DO NOT DRIVE INTO THE PARK ON EITHER DAY!**
You will be stuck there, and never get out!
We always park out of the park and walk in.
On the day of the actual race, we like to 'park out and walk in', and we find a little spot under a tree, just down over the hill behind the launch area, about Noon - 1:00 PM.
The largest hot air balloon in the world, St. Louis' own Energizer Bunny is the 'hare' the leads the 'hounds' (the other 69 balloons!) in a make-shift race, lifting off about 4:30 PM. It isn't really a race, at all, but more of a competition. The captain of the Energizer Bunny drops a bag of bird seed from his balloon. The remaining captains have their own bags of bird seed. They drop theirs as close as they can to where the Bunny dropped his, thus declaring a winner. (It's not all about the competition - it's all about the beautiful balloons going up on an early fall day, a large, energized crowd, and a good day to be out and about, in general!)
The Taste of St. Louis
(Not to be confused with the Taste of Clayton - a very different event!)
2014 DATES & TIMESFriday, September 19, 2014 – 4pm to 10pm
Saturday, September 20, 2014 – 11am to 10pm
Sunday, September 21, 2014 – 11am to 9pm
LOCATION:
Chesterfield Amphitheater in Central Park & Chesterfield Village.
ADMISSION:
Free to the Public - open to all ages
(Bring $$ for food, drink, and merchandise that you might want to buy)
At 2012's Taste of St. Louis, they had over 350,000 patrons.
This event is a bit different this year, because the ridiculous St. Louis dick heads forced this venue to the county, but it should still be welt worth attending. I, for one, certainly will!
http://tastestl.com/about-the-taste/
THE STRANGE FOLK FESTIVAL
WHEN:
Saturday, September 27, 2013 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, September 28, 2013 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Where:
401 E. 5th St., O'Fallon, Illinois 62269
Featuring 150 indie vendors selling handmade, upcycled, and vintage wares. 10 bands, unique exhibits and DIY activities for kids and adults, a variety of concessions, and new this year:
the Running with Scissors 5K on Sunday morning!
You can find everything at this event from handmade furniture to handspun yarns. jewelry and findings that would be **GREAT** on your own upcoming projects. I could have loaded up on watch parts and other 'parts' to be used in future projects. One entire section of this event was wool sheering, spinning, etc. It's a great event that I am looking forward to. I bought several things at this festival last year.
For more info:
http://www.strangefolkfestival.com/
http://stcharlesmosaics.org/home/
The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and...The Great Forest Park Balloon Race
The oldest and most well-attended FREE Hot-Air Balloon Event in the World
When: Fri, Sept 19 (evening) - the Balloon Glow
When: Sat, Sept 20 (afternoon) - the Balloon Race
Where: Forest Park, St. Louis, MO
Admission: FREE!
(Bring $$ if you want to purchase food / drink from vendors, or you can bring your own in a cooler, backpack, etc.)
The Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race is the second-largest Hot Air Balloon event in the United States, second only to...well...you know who! :)
The Great Forest Park Hot Air Balloon Race's web site:
(After this page loads, click on the "Experience the website: Click here for a ride. After a few seconds of a digital hot air balloon ride, you will see pics of both the balloon glow and the actual race from the same ride you would get if you were in a helicopter - or a hot air balloon!)
http://greatforestparkballoonrace.com/
Admission and parking for this event is free. There is a large midway area that has food, other sponsors, as well as a Purina Pet area, live bands, and much, much more. Most people 'make a day of it' by bringing lawn chairs and / or a blanket and they spend a few hours relaxing under the trees down over the hill from the ball fields where the events are held. You can buy food and drink from the vendors, or bring your own.
On Friday evening (the night before the actual race), they do the 'Balloon Glow'. You can walk up to the balloons, and go feel the heat from the burners when they all Glow in the Dark! The ring leader has an air horn, and every 5 - 10 minutes, he blows that air horn as a signal to the balloon captains. All at once, 40 - 60 balloon captains add turn up the gas, and the resulting flame is bright, but somewhat inefficient: It produces a brighter, prettier glow The entire area glows, the crowd cheers, and cameras flash!
You can find many more pictures and video of this event on YouTube (search "Great Forest Park Balloon Race or Glow"), and more photos on sites like Flickr.com. This YouTube video is a good example of the atmosphere at the Balloon Glow :
This link is to Flickr.com, and some pics of the race and Balloon Glow:
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=Great+Forest+Park+Balloon&f=hp
It gets a bit crowded at both the balloon glow, and the actual race the day after the glow (Saturday), but with some planning in advance, it is a very enjoyable experience.
**DO NOT DRIVE INTO THE PARK ON EITHER DAY!**
You will be stuck there, and never get out!
We always park out of the park and walk in.
On the day of the actual race, we like to 'park out and walk in', and we find a little spot under a tree, just down over the hill behind the launch area, about Noon - 1:00 PM.
The largest hot air balloon in the world, St. Louis' own Energizer Bunny is the 'hare' the leads the 'hounds' (the other 69 balloons!) in a make-shift race, lifting off about 4:30 PM. It isn't really a race, at all, but more of a competition. The captain of the Energizer Bunny drops a bag of bird seed from his balloon. The remaining captains have their own bags of bird seed. They drop theirs as close as they can to where the Bunny dropped his, thus declaring a winner. (It's not all about the competition - it's all about the beautiful balloons going up on an early fall day, a large, energized crowd, and a good day to be out and about, in general!)
The Taste of St. Louis
(Not to be confused with the Taste of Clayton - a very different event!)
2014 DATES & TIMESFriday, September 19, 2014 – 4pm to 10pm
Saturday, September 20, 2014 – 11am to 10pm
Sunday, September 21, 2014 – 11am to 9pm
LOCATION:
Chesterfield Amphitheater in Central Park & Chesterfield Village.
ADMISSION:
Free to the Public - open to all ages
(Bring $$ for food, drink, and merchandise that you might want to buy)
At 2012's Taste of St. Louis, they had over 350,000 patrons.
This event is a bit different this year, because the ridiculous St. Louis dick heads forced this venue to the county, but it should still be welt worth attending. I, for one, certainly will!
http://tastestl.com/about-the-taste/
THE STRANGE FOLK FESTIVAL
WHEN:
Saturday, September 27, 2013 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, September 28, 2013 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Where:
401 E. 5th St., O'Fallon, Illinois 62269
Featuring 150 indie vendors selling handmade, upcycled, and vintage wares. 10 bands, unique exhibits and DIY activities for kids and adults, a variety of concessions, and new this year:
the Running with Scissors 5K on Sunday morning!
You can find everything at this event from handmade furniture to handspun yarns. jewelry and findings that would be **GREAT** on your own upcoming projects. I could have loaded up on watch parts and other 'parts' to be used in future projects. One entire section of this event was wool sheering, spinning, etc. It's a great event that I am looking forward to. I bought several things at this festival last year.
For more info:
http://www.strangefolkfestival.com/
The Best of Missouri Market & Shaw Art Fair
When: The first weekend in October each year.
Friday, October 3
6 - 9 p.m. First Look Friday
Saturday, October 4
8 - 9 a.m. Members' Hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Market Hours
Sunday, October 5
8 - 9 a.m. Members' Hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Market Hours
Where: The Missouri Botanical Gardens and Shaw Park, right across the street from the Gardens
Go early! This event is 4 HUGE tents that are packed with vendors featuring products that are hand made in Missouri...
These products range from many food products to wools, yarns, candles, wood products, artwork, jewelry, lawn ornaments, plants, and much, much more.
Adults (ages 13–64) - $12
Seniors (ages 65+) - $10
Children (ages 3–12) - $5
Garden members - $5
(free for members' children 3–12)
There are TONS of free sample at many of the vendor's booths. Additional items are available for purchase at each booth.
THE HISTORIC SHAW ART FAIR
The Shaw Art Show is held directly across the street from the Gardens, and it is held at the same time as the Best of Missouri Market. This show features fine artists from all over the country, and occasionally - from around the world.
When: (Located right across the street from the Best of Missouri Show & Sale, the times and dates are pretty much the same.)
Admission:
$7 per person – good for both days. Children 14 and under enjoy free admission when accompanied by an adult.
For more information about The Historic Shaw Art Fair:
http://www.shawartfair.org/
For more information about The Best Of Missouri Show & Sale:
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/best-of-missouri-market.aspx
THE GROVE FEST
While the Grove Fest is the smallest event out of all that I have listed in this blog entry, it is well worth a visit. Last year, I entered - and won - my first beard contest! :)
When: October 4, 2014 at 2:00 pm until Midnight
Where: Manchester Ave between Boyle Ave. Sarah Ave.
GroveFest is an outrageously eclectic FREE street festival in the Grove, a vibrant commercial district here in St. Louis located along Manchester between Kingshighway and Vandeventer. Last year the festival drew over 12,000 attendees, was likened to funky New Orleans street festivals, was praised for the diversity in programming and turnout, and won Best Event Entertainment Concept and Best Public Event Planning ISES awards. At this year’s GroveFest, expect a diverse set of live music, live and interactive art, fashion shows, street performers, and of course, local food, drinks and wares of the Grove’s and St. Louis’ finest establishments.http://www.thegrovestl.com/events/grove-fest/
After your evening at Grove Fest, you can visit one of the nightspots on Manchester - maybe catch a female impersonation (translated: Drag) show at Meyer's Grove? If you go to Meyer's for a show, plan on being there at least by 8:30 PM (or earlier!) for a 10:00 PM show if you want seating in the stage area.
Just call me "Julie, the tour guide" ! I have gone to these events every year since the late 1980's. If you want to go, but don't want to go by yourself, give me a holla!
THE LAST OUTDOOR ART FAIR OF THE SEASON:
Friday, October 17, 2014
Saturday, October 18, 2014
October 19, 2014
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Below the solid line are past events.... but you can attend them next year!
The Festival of the Little Hills
**FREE ADMISSION**
2013 Festival Dates
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
9:30 AM - 10:00 PMSUNDAY, AUGUST 18
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
This huge event is held in in the Historic district of St. Charles, MO, just a few minutes drive from downtown St. Louis.
Lots of arts, crafts and vendors.
(I bought the hat you see in my pics at this festival from the representative from Head'n Home Hats.
( http://www.headnhome.com )
I just got a memo from Head'n Home, and they confirmed that they are going to have their booth at this year's festival. The same spot as last year: Booth # 910, which is closer to Old Millstream Inn Restaurant and Beer Garden. I'm gonna pick out another hat!
You will find many vendors selling products ranging from key chains to fine jewelry to not-so-cheap hats, fine art and much more. Live entertainment. Great food, and an early fall good time.
For more info on the Festival, itself:
http://www.festivalofthelittlehills.com/index.html
The Festival of Nations
When:Saturday, August 24, 2013 - 10am - 7pm
Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 10am - 6pm
Where:
St. Louis' Tower Grove Park, located near Grand and Arsenal on the City’s South Side, only steps away from St. Louis' famed International District!
Admission:
FREE!
(Bring $$ if you want to purchase food or merchandise from the many vendors at this event.)
Founded as recently as 2000, our annual Festival of Nations has QUICKLY grown into the St. Louis region's largest multicultural festival. The first few years, this Festival was relatively small, located in a tight circle within the park, and having only a few vendors, etc. The festival continued to grow at a modest rate each year since 2000, and in 2010, it suddenly exploded, expanding exponentially into the large festival that it is today.
With over 140,000 annual visitors, this festival has over 40 ethnic food booths, non-stop dance and music, arts and crafts, and an international bazaar with unique gifts from around the world.
Providing food, entertainment and education all day long during both Saturday and Sunday, this festival features:
 | Stage Performances & Entertainment | | World Religions |
| International Food Court | | Global Corner |
| World Bazaar | | Village Green |
| Family Arts & Crafts | | Highland Games |
| Citizens Corner | | Our Green Efforts |
For more information, please visit:
http://www.festivalofnationsstl.org/
The Greek Festival
WHEN: Held every year on Labor Day Weekend
(This year - 2014 - this event will also be held on Fri. afternoon before Labor Day weekend)
Friday, Aug 29 (5 PM) - Monday, September 1, 2014
WHERE: St. Louis, MO - Forest Park at Kingshighway, just off I-40
Admission: The admission is free, the food is not free!
There is a gift shop on-site, a small band might be playing Greek music in the corner of one of these massive tents, and on-the-hour, you can take a tour of the Greek Orthodox church - if you want to, but not of these extracurricular activities are required.
THIS FESTIVAL HAS BEEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE 'ALL ABOUT THE FOOD!'
The food is all Greek, and it doesn't get any better than this.
For more info:
http://www.sngoc.org/content/welcome-st-nicholas-greek-festival-2014
The Japanese Festival
WHEN: (every Labor Day Weekend)Saturday, August 29 - Monday, September 1, 2014
WHERE: The Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63110
From the Opening Ceremonies to the Lion dance, the food court and other vendors to the many demonstrations and displays, this festival continues for 3 days.
I always start my day at this festival by eating at the Food Court (before the crowd hits hard!), then I grab some good Sake, and walk through The Gardens, soaking up as much Japanese culture as possible.
GOTTA HAVE SAKE! (That's not *Sake* as in "For Chrissake!", but is is "SAKE" (SAH-KEY), as in good Japanese Rice Wine
I have a Member's Pass to the Gardens, and our price of entry is greatly reduced.
The Admission is as follows (it is well worth the price!):
Admission (ages 13–64) - $15
Seniors (ages 65+) - $10
Children (ages 3–12) - $5
Garden members - $5
(free for members' children 3–12)
For more info:
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/japanese-festival.aspx
https://www.facebook.com/events/114178962122203/
- Michael
WHEN: Held every year on Labor Day Weekend
(This year - 2014 - this event will also be held on Fri. afternoon before Labor Day weekend)
Friday, Aug 29 (5 PM) - Monday, September 1, 2014
WHERE: St. Louis, MO - Forest Park at Kingshighway, just off I-40
Admission: The admission is free, the food is not free!
There is a gift shop on-site, a small band might be playing Greek music in the corner of one of these massive tents, and on-the-hour, you can take a tour of the Greek Orthodox church - if you want to, but not of these extracurricular activities are required.
THIS FESTIVAL HAS BEEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE 'ALL ABOUT THE FOOD!'
The food is all Greek, and it doesn't get any better than this.
For more info:
http://www.sngoc.org/content/welcome-st-nicholas-greek-festival-2014
The Japanese Festival
WHEN: (every Labor Day Weekend)Saturday, August 29 - Monday, September 1, 2014
WHERE: The Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63110
From the Opening Ceremonies to the Lion dance, the food court and other vendors to the many demonstrations and displays, this festival continues for 3 days.
I always start my day at this festival by eating at the Food Court (before the crowd hits hard!), then I grab some good Sake, and walk through The Gardens, soaking up as much Japanese culture as possible.
GOTTA HAVE SAKE! (That's not *Sake* as in "For Chrissake!", but is is "SAKE" (SAH-KEY), as in good Japanese Rice Wine
I have a Member's Pass to the Gardens, and our price of entry is greatly reduced.
The Admission is as follows (it is well worth the price!):
Admission (ages 13–64) - $15
Seniors (ages 65+) - $10
Children (ages 3–12) - $5
Garden members - $5
(free for members' children 3–12)
For more info:
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/things-to-do/events/signature-events/japanese-festival.aspx
https://www.facebook.com/events/114178962122203/
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