As St. Louis moves into the first weekend of May, the city’s energy is shifting toward outdoor exploration and neighborhood storytelling. From a tribute to North City education to a heavyweight matchup at Busch Stadium, here is your guide to navigating the next few days.
"Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos" Book Events Thursday, April 30 | 6:00 PM & Saturday, May 2 | 12:00 PM This week’s standout community highlight takes us into the history of The Ville. Author Francene Hill is hosting a book talk and signing for her creative biography of Kermit B. Hill, the visionary behind the iconic Tiny Tot Nursery School. It’s a grounded look at a St. Louis legacy of entrepreneurship and service.
Thursday: City Hall Book Talk
Saturday: Barnes & Noble (Ladue)
Pass That: A Comedy Open Mic Sesh Sunday, May 3 | 9:30 PM If you’re looking for the raw, unpolished pulse of the city’s creative scene, head to The Cola Private Lounge on Cherokee Street. Hosted by Chey, this Sunday night session is where the next generation of St. Louis comedians test their metal in an authentic, community-focused environment that flies under the mainstream radar.
Cardinals vs. Dodgers: A Classic Matchup Busch Stadium | Friday (7:15 PM), Saturday (6:15 PM), Sunday (1:15 PM) The Los Angeles Dodgers are in town for a massive three-game weekend set at Busch Stadium. Following a challenging road stretch, the energy of the home crowd will be a major factor. It’s a prime weekend to get downtown and support the Redbirds against one of the league’s most storied rivals.
Landmarks Downtown Walking Tours Saturday, May 2 | 9:30 AM To truly understand the "architecture" of our city, join the Landmarks Association of St. Louis for their Saturday morning walking tour. These tours provide a structural history of our downtown zip codes, revealing the stories behind the buildings we walk past every day. It’s a grounded way to spend a morning rediscovering the foundation of our urban environment.
Chinese Culture Days Missouri Botanical Garden | Saturday, May 2 & Sunday, May 3 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM The Missouri Botanical Garden comes to life this weekend with one of its most vibrant annual traditions. Chinese Culture Days features grand parades, authentic music, and traditional dance performances throughout the Garden’s 79 acres. It’s a sweeping cultural showcase that remains a favorite for residents across the entire metro area.
The End of the World Cabaret Upstream Theater | Nightly through Sunday, May 3 | 7:30 PM Upstream Theater wraps up its run of this experimental performance at the Marcelle Theater. Known for bringing challenging, international works to St. Louis, Upstream offers a perspective that cuts through the noise and invites the audience to engage with complex, worldly themes right here in Midtown.
An Evening With Vanessa Carlton City Winery St. Louis | Friday, May 1 | 7:30 PM The City Foundry continues to be a major hub for the city's nightlife as Vanessa Carlton stops at City Winery for her "Veils Tour." It’s an intimate setting to catch a seasoned songwriter in one of the city's most successful recent redevelopment projects.