Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus
2025-12-20 00:00 - 2025-12-21 23:59 (America/Chicago)
Kick off your Weirdly Wonderful Holidays adventure with the most important meal of the day and the most important couple of the season, Santa and Mrs. Claus!

At 8:30am, follow the scent of syrup to a festive breakfast for families who love the holidays. Then, at 9am, memories will be made as Santa and Mrs. Claus join the party for cheerful meet-and-greets and photo opportunities. While Santa is making his list and checking it twice, your favorite holiday tales will come to life as Mrs. Claus reads her favorite Christmas stories and leads the children in a Sing Along of classic carols and jolly spirit.

Once everyone’s plates are clean and hearts are full, the adventure continues — enjoy access to City Museum and keep the magic going all day!

Saturday, Dec. 20 or Sunday, Dec. 21 from 8:30am–10am in Architecture Hall (3rd Floor)

Breakfast buffet includes:

French Toast Sticks

Scrambled Eggs

Biscuits and Country Style White Gravy

Turkey Sausage Links

Bacon

Breakfast Potatoes

Fresh Fruit

Juice, milk, and coffee

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Member Discount ($20)

Ticket includes breakfast buffet, activities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and General Admission for the day after the event. Children 2 and under are free.

New Year's Eve Party
2025-12-31 00:00 - 23:59
Say goodbye to 2025, and send the year off right! Step into a world of wonder and excitement as we ring in 2026 at our family-friendly New Year’s Eve Party! Enjoy the lights and decorations of Weirdly Wonderful Holidays around the museum all day, and then the festivities kick off at 5pm with a countdown and balloon drop at 8pm.

Wednesday, December 31 from 5pm–9pm

Face painting and balloon art

Dance party in Architecture Hall

Karaoke in Beatnik Bob’s

Sparkling juice (non-alcoholic) “toast”

Balloon drop at 8pm

This event is part of Weirdly Wonderful Holidays and is included with General Admission or Member Pass.

Art of the Sign
2026-01-01 00:00 - 2026-09-06 23:59
Bill Christman, founder of Beatnik Bob’s, was a close friend of Bob and Gail Cassilly and has had a lasting impression on City Museum. The area dubbed “Museum of Mirth, Mystery and Mayhem,” which includes Beatnik Bob’s, was established when City Museum opened in 1997. It has hosted a myriad of exhibits, including the now iconic giant underwear. Throughout the years, this space has had carnival-like atmosphere with live music, portraitures, psychics, a History of the Corn Dog exhibit, and mankind’s search for nougat.

Prior to his time at City Museum, Bill was the head artist of Christman Studios, where he designed and produced signs, exhibits, sculpture, and theatrical scenery. This exhibit will celebrate Bill’s sign work, highlight the uniqueness of hand-painted signs, and explore the definition of what makes a sign. In Bill’s own words, “The visitor should feel elevated upon perusing.”

Opening ReceptionFriday, June 6 from 5pm–7pmBeatnik Bob’s (3rd Floor)

Exhibit DatesFriday, June 6, 2025 – Monday, Sept. 7, 2026Beatnik Bob’s and Museum of Mirth, Mystery and Mayhem (3rd Floor)

Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

Blessed by the Ancestors
2026-01-30 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59
Exhibit Dates

Friday, Jan. 30 – Sunday, Mar 1, 2026

Opening Reception

Friday, Jan. 30 from 5pm–9pm

“Blessed by the Ancestors” is a captivating art exhibit that celebrates the rich artistic talent of Black artists hailing from Saint Louis, MO. This exhibition serves as a powerful testament to the cultural heritage and creative brilliance within the local Black community. Showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions, the exhibit explores themes such as identity, heritage, resilience, and the profound connections between the artists and their ancestors.

Curated by Brock Seals, this collection includes paintings, sculptures, mixed media pieces, and other forms of visual art that reflect the unique perspectives and experiences of the featured artists. Visitors to the exhibit can expect to encounter a vibrant tapestry of storytelling through art, each piece contributing to a larger narrative that pays homage to the ancestry that has shaped and inspired the artists.

Featured Artists

Kenneth Randle

Nylus Black

Hayveyah McGowan

Matthew Fields

BriLynn Asia

Dail Chambers

ArtbySevv

Yourfavartist

Maxy Arts

314RY.

Kenneth Young

Arthur Beck III

Michaela Angelena

Alexy Irving-Alleyne

Comebacktomars

Peaceimages Jewelry

Delaine Osborne

Beatnik Bob’s on 3rd Floor. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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KSDK — ‘Blessed by the Ancestors’ celebrates Black St. Louis artists at City Museum (video above)

FOX2’s Studio STL — Meet the artists: Brock Seals and Kevin Titzer at City Museum (video)

KMOV — Blessed by the Ancestors Exhibit (video)

STL TV — The Daily Mix: City Museum – Blessed by the Ancestors (video)

KMOX’s The Dave Glover Show — Local artist and designer Brock Seals (audio)

St. Louis Magazine — City Museum welcomes two new art exhibitions

St. Louis Dad — Two New Exhibits on View at City Museum

Explore St. Louis — Blessed by the Ancestors

And Who Should I Say Is Calling?
2026-01-30 00:00 - 2026-04-04 23:59
If there’s anything we have a lot of at City Museum, it’s junk. But to Indiana-based sculptor, puppet maker, and reclaimed material artist Kevin Titzer, it’s an exciting opportunity. He specializes in taking piles of what anyone else might consider trash, scavenging pieces of usable parts, and turns them into faces, figures, and other massive structures for his gallery installations.

“My approach is improvisational, using only materials gathered from the community. I arrive a few weeks in advance with nothing, collect all of the reclaimed building materials, and construct the final piece,” Titzer explains as he crisscrosses through towering storage racks of scraps and half-finished projects that occupy some of the private floors within City Museum.

“The overall design of my installations will develop during creation, and they depend on what materials or resources are available. I’ve learned to stay open to new directions and utilize the unexpected,” he continues. “For my project at City Museum I’ll be creating an installation utilizing only things found in the building. I feel privileged to be given the opportunity to dig through the Museums’ extensive collection of reclaimed materials and objects.”

So what is he building out of all those old brooms and ladders in Skateless Park? We won’t know until it’s done! Even Titzer doesn’t know yet. He says, “The only thing I can tell you is that it will have a face,” and that he often incorporates a narrative into each exhibit, allowing viewers to discover their own interpretations.

Join us for the unveiling of “And Who Should I Say Is Calling?” and meet artist Kevin Titzer at the Opening Reception on Friday, January 30 from 5pm–9pm. If you want to come back for a closer look, the installation will be in the northwest corner of Skateless Park through Saturday, April 4.

Exhibit DatesFriday, Jan. 30 – Saturday, April 4, 2026

Opening ReceptionFriday, Jan. 30 from 5pm–9pm

Skateless Park on 3rd Floor. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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STL TV — The Daily Mix: City Museum – And Who Should I Say Is Calling? (video)

FOX2’s Studio STL — Meet the artists: Brock Seals and Kevin Titzer at City Museum (video)

St. Louis Post-Dispatch — Objects from St. Louis’ City Museum find their way to new sculpture there

St. Louis Magazine — City Museum welcomes two new art exhibitions

St. Louis Dad — Two New Exhibits on View at City Museum

City Nights: Valentine's Day
2026-02-13 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, February 13 from 7pm–11pm

Love is in the air, and it’s time to grab your sweetheart, a close friend, or an assortment of overlapping situationships, and bring them to our first City Nights of 2026! We’re celebrating Valentine’s Day on Friday the 13th, so you can expect it to be a lovely evening and also maybe a little weird.

The museum will be open to play and explore, so be prepared to climb, crawl, and slide your way around as we party all night! Find your way to the Tunnel of Love in the Vault Room, along with plenty of other photo op-worthy locations, and then swing by the Craft Table to make a lovely souvenir for your Valentine. DJ Matty Warbuck$ provides the vibes. Beatnik Bob’s is hosting Valentine’s Day karaoke, where you can serenade your crush with their favorite love songs. If you need a little liquid courage before getting on stage, all of the bars will be open, featuring special Valentine’s Day cocktails, as well as a wide variety of local craft beers and seltzers. And then, of course, the main attraction: St. Louis’ own Clownvis Presley loves on love with a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Day performance. We would LOVE to see you there!

Tune the Turntables: Bring your beau or belle to boogie with Clownvis as he explores the power of love with a special Valentine’s Day setlist. DJ Matty Warbuck$ keeps the party going.

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the new City Museum Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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Puppy Love: Dog Adoption
2026-02-15 00:00 - 23:59
Love is in the air! Meet your new best friend at our Puppy Love adoption event in partnership with Stray Rescue of St. Louis.

Whether you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family or simply want to make a difference, this special event is the perfect opportunity to give a loving puppy a forever home. You’ll meet adorable, adoptable puppies of all breeds and sizes, each with their own unique personalities and ready to steal your heart. Bring your friends, family, and an open heart to celebrate love and companionship in the most paws-itively perfect way!

Sunday, February 15 from 12pm–3pm in Vault Room (2nd Floor)

Guests will be able to meet and play with several animals, ask questions, and apply for adoption. Additional steps and fees will be required to complete the adoption process with Stray Rescue of St. Louis.

Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

Spring Break 2026
2026-03-04 00:00 - 2026-04-05 23:59
Spring Break at City Museum is an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages! Our one-of-a-kind, interactive museum combines art, architecture, and play, offering endless opportunities for exploration. Kids and adults alike can climb through tunnels, slide down giant sculptures, and discover hidden passageways around every corner. City Museum provides a perfect blend of fun and creativity, making it a must-visit destination for an adventurous spring break.

Spring Break Hours:Wed, Mar. 4: 10am–6pmThu, Mar. 5: 10am–6pmFri, Mar. 6: 10am–7pm, City Nights: Y2K (21+)Sat, Mar. 7: 9:30am–9pmSun, Mar. 8: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 9: 9:30am–6pmTue, Mar. 10: 9:30am–6pmWed, Mar. 11: 9:30am–6pmThu, Mar. 12: 9:30am–6pmFri, Mar. 13: 9:30am–10pm, Antique Children’s Carousel and Robot Renaissance openSat, Mar. 14: 9:30am–10pm, 314 Day Scavenger HuntSun, Mar. 15: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 16: 9:30am–6pmTue, Mar. 17: 9:30am–6pmWed, Mar. 18: 9:30am–6pmThu, Mar. 19: 9:30am–6pmFri, Mar. 20: 9:30am–10pmSat, Mar. 21: 9:30am–10pmSun, Mar. 22: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 23: 9:30am–6pmTue, Mar. 24: 9:30am–6pmWed, Mar. 25: 9:30am–6pmThu, Mar. 26: 9:30am–6pmFri, Mar. 27: 9:30am–10pmSat, Mar. 28: 9:30am–10pmSun, Mar. 29: 9:30am–6pm

Mon, Mar. 30: 9:30am–6pmTue, Mar. 31: 9:30am–6pmWed, Apr. 1: 9:30am–6pmThu, Apr. 2: 9:30am–6pmFri, Apr. 3: 9:30am–10pmSat, Apr. 4: 9:30am–10pm Easter Bunny, “And Who Should I Say Is Calling” endsSun, Mar. 5: Closed, Easter Sunday

See our full operational calendar

City Nights: Y2K
2026-03-06 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, March 6 from 7pm–11pm

Tonight we’re gonna party like it’s 1999 — yes, we’re reliving the excitement of the turn of the Millennium! The good news: Everyone’s computers made the jump from the 1900s to 2000s without crashing any mainframes or firing any missiles, plus barrel leg and low-rise jeans are finally making a comeback. The bad news: Neither of those fashion choices are going to serve you well on the slides and climbers.

If you don’t believe us, just ask your nearest Millennial (you can find us over by the avocado toast) — we’ll tell you to put on your best bucket hat and puka shell necklace, set an away message, and don’t forget to feed your Tamagotchi, because we’re dancing into the future of the past tonight!

Turn the tables: Groove is in the heart. It’s also coming from the speakers, with 18&counting and 314DJ keeping you dancing for the next thousand years

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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Antique Children's Carousel Grand Opening
2026-03-13 00:00 - 2026-03-22 23:59
Antique Children’s Carousel Grand Opening
Friday, March 13 – Sunday, March 15

Entertainment from 12pm–4pm:

Stilt Walker

Balloon Twister

Ragtime Jazz Duo in Beatnik Bob’s

Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22

Entertainment from 12pm–4pm:

Stilt Walker

Balloon Twister

Gaslight Squares Duo (Fri 3/20 and Sun 3/22)

Ragtime Jazz Duo (Sat 3/21)

Carousel, Beatnik Bob’s, and roaming entertainers are all on 3rd Floor. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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Around and around we go… the City Museum crew has been working around the clock to install a “new” ride on the 3rd Floor — an Antique Children’s Carousel!

This (new to us) 1920s-era Herschell “Children’s Delight” was originally refurbished and restored in 1988 by the late Master Carver Carlos Sardina, who spent decades reanimating these joyful creatures, and the machines that move them, from his workshop just outside St. Louis.

Sardina was well-known for bringing damaged or destroyed carousels back to life, including the antique rides at Six Flags Over Mid-America, Highlands Park (now in Faust Park), and a steam-powered relic that spun at Union Station before their current “newer” model from 1915 took its place. The original aluminum figures for our Antique Children’s Carousel were mostly lost or damaged by the 1980s, so Sardina hand-carved all 20 of the unique wooden animals you’ll find circling it now. He meticulously recreated the Illions and Heyn-style horses, Bayol-replica rabbits and donkeys, Heyn replica zebras, and a Devos-style cow that children loved as it toured around the Midwest for decades.

And so after a brief retirement, and a little TLC from our crew, the Antique Children’s Carousel is back in business! Join us as we celebrate its Grand Re-Re-Opening with two full weekends of 1920s-era entertainment, reminiscent of the golden age of amusement parks and mechanical marvels.

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KMOV — Antique children’s carousel unveiled at City Museum (video)

KSDK — City Museum debuts new carousel (video)

Travel and Tour World — City Museum in St. Louis opens a restored 1920s antique children’s carousel

Spectrum News — Century-old carousel finds home at City Museum

Robot Renaissance
2026-03-13 00:00 - 2026-05-31 23:59
Robot Renaissance exhibit by Bill Christman and Dave Rudis
Exhibit Dates

Friday, March 13 – Sunday, May 31

Opening Reception

Friday, March 13 from 5pm–9pm

Exhibit and Reception are in Beatnik Bobs on 3rd Floor. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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Robots are experiencing a Renaissance! They’re approaching autonomy by reading up on existentialism and pondering the cosmos over a cocktail in Beatnik Bobs. These particular, peculiar robots are built with everyday objects by St. Louis artists Bill Christman and Dave Rudis.

Dave Rudis discusses his process for creating the sculptures you will see: “My body of work takes found everyday discarded materials and transforms them into artistic compositions. The majority of materials used were destined for landfills; items are found in dumpsters, allies, roadside finds or provided by people in the community. Creations are either assembled with mechanical fasteners or welded. The materials use can vary from kitchen drawer handles, old lamps, miscellaneous scrap metal or whatever I can find.”

Come be a part of the Robot Renaissance and find enlightenment!

314 Day Scavenger Hunt
2026-03-14 00:00 - 23:59
Find your STL spirit on 314 Day at one of St. Louis’s most iconic places. Celebrate 314 day with a scavenger hunt at City Museum!

Willy Wonka had a golden ticket, Air Bud had a golden retriever, and we have a golden… shoe heel?

From the late-1800s through the mid-1900s, St. Louis was second only to New York in terms of garment manufacturing, especially for dresses and shoes. At one time, Washington Avenue had more shoe manufacturers than any other street in the world and was deemed “Shoe Street, USA.” This included the International Shoe Co. factory in what is now The Last Hotel.

Our building, which is connected to The Last Hotel by a breezeway, was International Shoe Co.’s warehouse. You may already be familiar with a few things the original tenants left behind, such as the supply chutes that became the spiral slides in the Enchanted Caves, as well as the roller spindles (which we recently repainted!) that carried packages down to the loading docks. They also left us some slightly less useful items… like thousands of leather shoe scraps.

But one man’s trash is another man’s treasure shoe heel! To celebrate the history of St. Louis, the Garment District, and our own digs on this area-code themed holiday, we’ve dusted off 314 shoe heels, painted them gold, and hidden them around the museum.

We challenge you to scour every corner of the Enchanted Caves, Architecture Hall, Beatnik Bob’s, and the rest of the museum to claim your prize — that’s right, every golden shoe heel you find is worth a prize! Turn your hard work and minor history lesson into candy, City Museum swag and apparel, or even a pair of tickets for your next visit.

Included with General Admission or Member Pass. Each golden shoe heel may only be redeemed once and must be redeemed during open hours (9:30am–10pm) on Saturday, March 14.

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Sophisticated Living St. Louis — 314 Day Defines the Kaleidoscope that is St. Louis

Do314 — 314 Day “Hunt for the Golden Heels” at City Museum!

Easter Weekend
2026-04-03 00:00 - 2026-04-05 23:59
Easter Weekend Hours
Friday, April 3 (Good Friday)9:30am–10pm

Saturday, April 49:30am–10pm

Sunday, April 5 (Easter Sunday)CLOSED

City Museum is closed Easter Sunday, but join us for fun activities to kick off your Spring on Friday and Saturday!

The Easter Bunny will be visiting for photos on Saturday from 11am–1pm, and we’ll have a kid-friendly photo scavenger hunt that can be completed for a little treat.

Art City will be open 11am–4pm and full of other Easter-themed art activities.

4th Floor landing. Included with General Admission or Member Pass.

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Fun 4 STL Kids — Visit the Easter Bunny at City Museum

City Nights: House Party
2026-04-17 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, April 17 from 7pm–11pm

Hey — are you coming to the house party on Friday? You should! Bring the whole crew, we haven’t seen them in forever. They can park right out front. 18&counting and DJ Rafa will have the place bumping, or you can take the mic and belt out karaoke classics in Beatnik Bob’s all night.

Yep, we still have all the same tunnels and slides and climbers. Yes, you can still climb them even though you’re an “adult” now. No, there won’t be any kids in the way. This one is 21+ only. Can’t wait, see you there!

Turn the tables: Tunes from 18&counting and DJ Rafa

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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City Nights: Underground
2026-05-15 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, May 15 from 7pm–11pm

Turn down the lights and turn up the vibes to get inspired by this surreal playground! City Museum is partnering with St. Louis Arts to bring you a night of music and live art. Party, play, and watch as select local artists each create a masterpiece right in front of your eyes!

Turn the tables: Tunes from DJ Rafa

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

Featured Artists

Marley Billie D — Wood burning, photography, design/graphic design, original paintings, commissioned murals, and more. As a creative director and fashion enthusiast, she infuses her work with mixed media, bold colors, and textured layers that captivate the imagination. Marley boldly represents her experiences as an African American woman, weaving a narrative that resonates with authenticity and empowerment.

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City Nights: Pride Drag Show
2026-06-12 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, June 12 from 7pm–11pm

Celebrate Pride Month at City Museum! Start the evening with a visit to Beatnik Bob’s for the opening of “Sequin – The Inside Scoop on LGBT Outsider Art” featuring local artists, curated by Cranky Yellow. At 9pm it’s time to party with a special drag performance by Prismatic. With sounds by DJTABER, immersive design from Spectrama Lighting & Production, and every moment captured by Zachary Steele Photography, this isn’t just a show — it’s a statement of our Pride!

Turn the tables: Tunes from DJTABER

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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City Nights: Yacht Rock
2026-08-14 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, August 14 from 7pm–11pm

Ahoy! All aboard for an unforgettable evening of breezy vibes on the salty seas of nostalgia.

Yacht Rock isn’t just a music genre, it’s a lifestyle of laid-back luxury. And after the sun sets on a sweltering St. Louis night, you’ll want to come sail away with us at this City Nights (21+) event!

Dressed up or dressed down, there’s no wrong way to escape everyday life and drift away on the nautical nostalgia. Set your course in style with DJs spinning smooth dance grooves from the ’70s and ’80s. Cruise on through to Architecture Hall, and you’ll find Griffin and the Gargoyles playing covers of the saxiest easy-listening tracks.

All the cool captains and dockside divas will be there for the music, memories, and magic — don’t miss the boat!

Turn the tables: Live music by Griffin and the Gargoyles

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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City Nights: Oktoberfest
2026-09-18 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, September 18 from 7pm–11pm

Grab your dirndl or lederhosen and put on your dancing shoes, because it’s time to kick off the Fall season with one of the world’s oldest drinks and Bavaria’s greatest tradition — Oktoberfest!

“Why is it in September if it’s called Oktoberfest?” Great question! Although the event started with a celebration of King Ludwig’s wedding in October 1810, local wars, epidemics, recessions, weather, and other influences have pushed it around the calendar over its 200+ year history. Oktoberfest also absorbed some of the late-Summer/early-Fall agricultural celebrations around the harvest season, and the modern event in Munich is now scheduled almost entirely in September, ending the first weekend of October.

Explore hidden corners, sip seasonal brews, and raise a toast with local Oompah band ÜberCool in one of the most unique venues in the city!

Turn the tables: Live music and entertainment by Übercool

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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City Nights: Costume Ball
2026-10-09 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, October 9 from 7pm–11pm

Start off the spooky season by getting dressed up and getting dressed up! Whether you lean more formal or more costumed, you’ll be charmed by our enigmatic vampires, fun loving bats, and some questionable glowing spiders. Explore the caves and take photos with the skeletons. Don’t forget to stop by the sideshow performance for a truly bizarre and unforgettable experience. No full face masks please — save that for a different party.

Turn the tables: Live music and entertainment all night

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

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FOX2 — Clownvis sings love songs

City Nights: Goth Holidays
2026-11-13 00:00 - 23:59
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Friday, November 13 from 7pm–11pm

Get out the black eyeliner and welcome the long nights of winter. The holidays are coming, but we’re going to celebrate the last Friday the 13th of the year in style. Find out what the season has in store with a visit to the fortune tellers. DJs in the caves set the mood for a dark and mysterious night at the museum.

Turn the tables: Live music and entertainment all night

Play all day, party all night: Your event ticket includes General Admission for the full day of the event, so you can arrive as eagerly early or fashionably late as you wish

Adults only: We’re closing early so you can party! City Museum will be fully open (outdoor areas depending on weather) during City Nights, so those slides, climbers, and ramps are all yours to explore

Arts and crafts: Grab your glue sticks, Art City is here to help you collage your own customized button or other crafty keepsake

Full belly, happy heart: Food, drinks, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the museum

Hands-on experience: Sample new 4 Hands Brewing products, including the City Museum Pilsner and Hard Seltzer!

Buy Tickets

City Nights events are 21+ only with valid ID. Limited tickets will be available at the Ticket Window on the day of the event, and your ticket includes General Admission for that day.

Members get in FREE! Not a member yet? Get your Member Pass now!

Oh, look! We’re in the news!

FOX2 — Clownvis sings love songs
