The Lou: July 24th

What’s Happenin’ in St. Louis 👀

Thursday, July 24th

• National Tequila Day at Narwhal’s - All 3 Locations: Calling all tequila fans, you won’t want to miss on 50% off specials and flights. Promo code: TEQUILA. Event takes place from 11am-11:59pm 🍹

• Siriatama - Guided Meditation and Singing Bowls : When was the last time you took time for your mental wellbeing…in a salt cave! Take deep breaths and have a soothing session in this experience! Event starts at 7pm 🧖‍♀️

• Eckert’s Night Market: Get ready to be dazzled with this magical evening of live music, shopping, treats, and unique events at Eckert’s Cider Shed! Event runs from 4-9pm ⛺️🌳 

• Cousins Maine Lobster 🦞 at Afton 9 Mile Garden: Sea food lovers unite! This seafood fest is coming to Afton, where you can indulge in seafood deliciousness - event runs from 12-8pm 🌊 🍋 

• TROPIC - A Tiki Takeover at Robust: This limited time only pop-up bar will be a getaway experience you won’t want to miss! With flaming 🔥 cocktails, lush tiki backdrops 🌸, and tempting menu - there is something for everyone! Takeover goes from 4-9pm 🏝🛟

• Romeo & Zooliet: Lions, tigers…and puppets! The Saint Louis Zoo will be putting on this family fun play with ferociously enduring animal puppets portraying the beloved novel by Ian Lendler. Play starts at 7:30pm 🦒🐘🦓

Friday, July 25th

• Scotty McCreery at Chesterfield Amphitheater: The platinum and billboard chart topping country singer will be in Chesterfield performing his up-beat nostalgic repertoire! Show starts at 7pm 🎤 

• Dive & Jive at Manchester Aquatic Center: Come out to Manchester for games, a pool party, and movie showing of “Inside Out” - perfect for the whole family! Event starts at 6pm 🏊‍♀️

• TGFM Presents: Party Under the Pavilion: Meet me at the Pavilion! The 20th Anniversary of Tower Grove Park continues with this fun packed event featuring street food, over 20 vendors, live music, good eats and ice cold beverages! Party happening from 4-8pm 🌳 

• Speakeasy Friday with Miss Jubilee: Come out for a roaring good time at Das Bevo to hear jazz while sipping on cocktails at a historical basement bar! Show is at 6-10:30pm🎙🎺

• Quilting Class - Foundation Paper Piecing Basics: If you are looking for a new skill and hobby, or looking to take your skills to another level - consider quilting! For $30, you can make unique, wearable designs or pieces🧶. Class goes from 3-5pm.

• Crafted and Uncorked St. Louis - Benefiting Easterseals Midwest: Looking for a night of excitement, elegance - look no further. This inaugural event will feature a silent auction, open bar, and all for a good cause! Goes from 5:30-9:30pm 🍷 

Saturday, July 26th

• Steampunk Brew Works Pinewood Derby: The 2nd Annual Derby returns for racing, adult beverages, and high speed thrills! Starts at 2pm 🏁

• Missouri Game Convention: The official game con for Missouri will be here where you can find all sorts of gaming vendors! Grab those tickets 🎫 before they sell out - begins at 10am 🕹🎮

• Family Summer Event at STL Athletic Center: Parents, now is your time to shine for the kiddos with this FREE event which will have it all! Bounce house ✅, arcade games 👾 ✅, soccer and yard games ✅, food & sweets galore ✅! Make it an all nighter with alcoholic beverages for adults and an outdoor movie 🍿! Event lasts from 4-10:30pm ☀️ ⚽️ 🍔 

• Surf Fest 2025: What is summer in Missouri without a classic trip to the Ozarks? If you haven’t made it yet this summer, now may be a good time! Surfs up for this family fun where you can either join in the action or watch on boat or cove nearby as amateur surfers ride the Ozark waves 🌊. Event lasts from 9am-9pm 🏄‍♂️

• Christmas in July Night Market at 9 Mile Garden: If you couldn’t make Eckert’s Night Market, this one is your chance! Have a holly jolly time with good spirits at 9 Mile Garden where you can shop over 30 local vendors, try tasty food truck bites, and a full bar! Event starts at 5pm 🎅 🛍

• Backyard BBQ Birthday Bash - Steve’s Hot Dogs Delmar & The Fountain on Delmar: Grab your tickets for this must-be-there birthday event of the summer! Featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet of bbq, ice cream cones, cocktails & mocktails! Did I the mention there will be lawn games and music? Event goes from 5-9pm 🌭🔥🍦 

Sunday, July 27th

• Big League Bash featuring Adam Wainwright & Friends: Come out to the Factory to support a charity and meet the baseball titan! Bash starts at 5:30pm ⚾️

• Cardboard Boat / Regatta: All aboard this adventure where you will build a boat made entirely out of cardboard and row that boat 🛶 to compete! Setting sail 6-7:30pm ⛵️

• Musical Nights, featuring Gordon and Whitlow: Head over to Oak Knoll Park to see this performance under a starry night - picnic 🧺 baskets welcome, but no glass bottles please. Goes from 5pm 🪕 

• HotMess Sports St. Louis: Free Grass Volleyball Open Play: This LGBT+ grass volleyball event is a wonderful way to meet people and have a blast while doing so! Come out to Forest Park Lindell Field and find the rainbow 🌈 flag. Multiple courts will be set-up, so bring a friend or come solo! Starts at 2:30pm 🏐 

• Ben Nichols of Lucero at The Golden Record: Have a soulful night and beat the heat with this show by Ben Nichols. Known for his songwriting and rock music, he is out with a new album 💿! Doors open at 7pm 🎶 

• King of Cade Tournament at Up-Down: This fantastical annual event at Up-Down Arcade will be fun for young and older adults to see the biggest arcade competition in St. Louis! Rounds will involve Skee-Ball, pinball, and much, much more! Who will be the champion arcade gamer this year - could be you! Registration goes from 12-12:45pm and gameplay begins at 1pm! 🕹🍺 

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Eckert’s Farm

This must-see attraction nearby St. Louis in rural Illinois is a memorable staple no matter what time of year! The Eckert’s Family started this farm to table destination and it has grown to 3 locations in Illinois and one other location in Kentucky. For over 100 years, apples have been a production item and it has developed into more farm items that are grown to peak picking! Whether you are looking for a place to capture family moments to cherish, a delicious and hearty meal, or a special activity - Eckert’s never ceases to capture the locals’ hearts and celebrate Missouri farm life. 🍎 🍏 🎃 

📍 Eckert’s Grafton Farm

📍 Eckert’s Milstadt Fun Farm

📍 Eckert’s Pick Your Own Belleville Farm

STL Weekly Tip: In the fall, you don’t want to miss the hay rides and bonfires 🔥 

FOOD TRUCKS:
Upcoming Featured Favorites 🌭

Heaterz Hot Chicken Food Truck
Nashville HOT fried chicken and famous chicken tenders will be on the menu at this destination at Millpond Brewing - 308 E Washington Ave, Millstadt, Illinois! July 25th, 5-8pm 🐓

Seoul Taco Food Truck
Featuring award winning Korean BBQ! July 26th, 5-7pm 🥘

First Monday Food Truck at City of Festus
Coming up the first Monday of August, check-out Dynasty Manna in the Festus Library Parking Lot! 📚

Lunchtime Live - Live Music & Food Trucks Downtown 🌇 
Come down to the Old Post Office Plaza for this food truck event! Every Wednesday 11:30am-1:30pm

ST. LOUIS NEWS + UPDATES 📰 

Kentzo Koffee Grand Opening: If you are near Maplewood, be sure to check out this new coffee cafe this July 26th-27th at 2pm for its grand opening! ☕️

Bounce Barn Grand Opening Party in Edwardsville, Illinois: Get your yearly membership for only $20 and have an included entry to this delightful event! Featuring free food, face painting, unlimited jumping, and giveaways….event from 5-8pm 🎈 

Crest Creek Farm U-Pick Flower Field Grand Opening in Bonne Terre: This grand opening event will be the perfect time to make summer memories picking flowers and making bouquets 💐 and crafts! Escape to the country and soak in nature this Saturday, 8am-1pm. Adults: $3, kids: $2 🌾🌻🍃🌸🌿

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Thursday
96° ☀️ | 0% rain | 🌬 7 mph

Friday
94° 🌧 | 35% rain | 🌬 7 mph

Saturday
92° 🌧 | 40% rain | 🌬 8 mph

Sunday
91° 🌤 | 30% rain | 🌬 7 mph

Monday
95° ☀️ | 0% rain | 🌬 5 mph