Third Friday at Third Degree Glass Factory Friday, April 17 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM A staple of the Delmar Academy neighborhood, Third Degree Glass Factory opens its doors for an evening of live glassblowing demonstrations, fire performances, and local food. It’s one of the best ways to see the city's creative manufacturing district in action.
Electric Movement Fest Saturday, April 18 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Hosted by Seefit Living Well, this festival blends wellness with the urban environment at the St. Louis City Events Plaza. Expect outdoor fitness sessions and community health workshops right in the heart of the city. It’s a great example of the grassroots health momentum building in St. Louis.
National Poetry Month Celebration Saturday, April 18 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Head over to the Progressive Emporium & Education Center for a showcase of local literary talent featuring "The People's Poet" Freeman Word. In a city with a history as deep as ours, hearing contemporary voices reflect on the urban experience is always worth the trip.
Patterns in Nature: LightForm Missouri Botanical Garden | Nightly starting at 6:00 PM If you haven't seen the HYBYCOZO installation yet, this weekend’s clear forecast is the perfect excuse. The way these geometric sculptures interact with the Garden landscape at night is a masterclass in architectural lighting.
Animals Aglow Saint Louis Zoo | Friday & Saturday 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM, Sunday until 9:30 PM The Zoo continues its luminous run in Forest Park. Pro-tip: Friday and Saturday nights stay open until 10:00 PM, giving you more time to explore the 60+ hand-painted silk lanterns without the weekday rush.
Sports Update: St. Louis on the Road Our hometown teams are representing us away from home this weekend:
St. Louis Cardinals: Taking on the Houston Astros for a three-game series in Texas.
St. Louis CITY SC: Heading to the Pacific Northwest to face the Seattle Sounders on Saturday night (8:30 PM kickoff).