What's New in The Lou: August 28th

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Harvey’s Coffee & Cocktails

There’s a hidden gem just west of Downtown worth your next visit: Harvey’s Coffee & Cocktails. By morning, it’s a tropical café serving rich pour-overs with plenty of space to work or meet. By night, it transforms into a lively cocktail bar hosting book clubs, watch parties, and community events that make it feel like home. It’s also one of the rare spots in St. Louis where you can grab a late-night coffee—perfect for night owls. The island-inspired décor and warm, welcoming staff have built a loyal following, and they now need the community’s support more than ever. Whether it’s stopping in for a morning latte, a craft cocktail, or planning your next group gathering (they host up to 95), now is the time to show up for Harvey’s and keep this special space thriving. ☕️🍸️ 🍹 

📍1 2706 Olive St. (Downtown West).

🎡 Labor Day Weekend Highlights

• 🚴 Gateway Cup – Four days of pro and amateur criterium racing through Lafayette Square (Fri), Francis Park (Sat), The Hill (Sun) and Florissant (Mon). Spectating is free, and there’s a vendor village, kids races and charity rides.

• 🎉 St. Louis Greek Festival – Central West End church festival with gyros, baklava, Greek dancing, live music, church tours and a bustling gift shop. Runs Sat–Mon; admission is free and food/drink is pay‑as‑you‑go.

• 🎨 Paint Louis – The world’s largest graffiti festival turns the Mississippi River flood wall into a gigantic canvas. Watch more than 300 muralists paint new works and enjoy DJ sets and vendors. Free to attend all weekend.

What’s Happenin’ in St. Louis 👀

Thursday, August 28th

• ☀️ Downtown Summer Nights – Shakespeare in the Park - Kiener Plaza hosts a free performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with food trucks and pop‑up bars. Free admission, 5–8 p.m.

• 🌽 Fenton Community & Farmers Market - Browse produce, flowers, baked goods, handmade crafts and enjoy live music under the Meramec Greenway Pavilion. Free; Thursdays 4:30–7 p.m.

• 🖼️ 1904 World’s Fair Exhibit - The Missouri History Museum’s free exhibition examines the legacy of the 1904 World’s Fair and its impact on St. Louis. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily.

Friday, August 29th

• 🚴 Gateway Cup – Tour de Lafayette - The opening night of St. Louis’ bike race series turns historic Lafayette Square into a high‑energy raceway. Spectating is free and includes vendor booths and kids race, 1 p.m.–9 p.m.

• 🖼️ SLAM Underground: Celestial - Dance to interstellar beats, sip galaxy‑inspired cocktails and explore astronomy‑themed activities at the St. Louis Art Museum’s free 18+ party, 7–10 p.m.

• 🎨 Paint Louis (Day 1) - Watch muralists begin transforming the river wall at this free graffiti festival. All day.

• 🖼️ Missouri History Museum Exhibits - Explore free exhibits like Collected: St. Louis History Brought to Life and The World in St. Louis

Saturday, August 30th

• 🇬🇷 St. Louis Greek Festival (Day 1) - Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, live music, traditional dancing and church tours. Admission is free, food purchased à la carte. Open: 11 a.m.–8 p.m. 

• 🚴 Gateway Cup – Tour de Francis Park - Day 2 of the criterium series; bring lawn chairs and watch cyclists race through the park for free. Open: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

• 🎨 Paint Louis (Day 2) - Artists continue painting new murals along the river wall.

• 🧑‍🌾 Land of Goshen Community Market - Downtown Edwardsville’s market features dozens of local farmers and makers; admission is free. Open: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Sunday, August 31st

• 🚴 Gateway Cup – Giro della Montagna - The Hill neighborhood turns into a pro cycling stadium, complete with Italian food vendors and a block‑party atmosphere. Spectating is free.

• 🌽 The Boulevard Farmers Market - In Richmond Heights; local vendors and live music; free entry from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

• 🇬🇷 St. Louis Greek Festival (Day 2). Continues 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

• 🖼️ Museum Exhibits - Missouri History Museum and St. Louis Art Museum remain open with free exhibits including Collected and Grounded in Clay.

Monday, September 1st

• 🚴 Gateway Cup – Tour de Florissant - The final race day brings the criterium series to Old Town Florissant. Pack a picnic and cheer; spectating is free from 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

• 🇬🇷 St. Louis Greek Festival (Final Day) - Last chance for gyros and loukoumades; open 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

• 🚶 30 Trails–30 Minutes Challenge - Start the county’s self‑guided hiking program: download maps and explore 30 trails at parks like Creve Coeur Lake for free.

• 🧱 Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery - Free exhibition at the art museum.

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FOOD TRUCKS:
Upcoming Featured Favorites 🌭

Water Lantern Festival at Creve Coeur Park Lake
This August 29th from 5-9🪅, come out for music, food trucks, and more!

Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Mississippi Moon 🌝 
Bring your lawn chairs and listen to a tribute band for the Doobie Brothers while enjoying tasty food trucks! August 29th at 5pm

Dogs of Society at Chesterfield Amphitheater
Featuring food trucks and an Elton rock tribute! September 5th, 5pm ⭐️

Free Outdoor Concert at Suson Park
Enjoy live music, food trucks, and yard games at this free outdoor concert! September 6th, 6-8pm 🌳 

ST. LOUIS NEWS + UPDATES 📰 

Zensia Coffee: If you are out in Clayton, the grand opening for this coffee spot will be this Saturday, August 30th ☕️

Perennial Artisan Ales 🍺: The third location is set to open late summer along Grant’s farm and will feature an inspiredly curated cocktail menu 🌳 

Banana Leaf Thai Cuisine: This new spot in Belleville will feature vegan and vegetarian Thai dishes! 🍌🍃 

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Thursday
82° ☀️ | 0% rain | 🌬 5 mph

Friday
82° ☀️ | 0% rain | 🌬 6 mph

Saturday
80° 🌤 | 0% rain | 🌬 8 mph

Sunday
80° ☀️ | 0% rain | 🌬 8 mph

Monday
79° 🌤 | 10% rain | 🌬 5 mph