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 Kilts everywhere! |
5595 Grand Drive St. Louis Forest Park St. Louis, MO 63112 United States +1 314 821 1286 / +1 636 946 4174 (Organisers) http://www.stlouis-scottishgam... |
The annual Scottish Games & Cultural Festival generates a lot of hype and excitement as kids and adults participate in games over a span of two days. Highland dancing, pipebands, storytelling, sheepdog demonstrations, animal displays, and games go on throughout. Food stalls and Scottish merchandise also dot the venue, and the whole family can have fun. If you're thinking of how cute Fido will look in a kilt, however, forget about it—strictly no pets allowed! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: DelightfulDes |
 Photo: DelightfulDes |
 Locally Grown! |
8282 Forsyth Blvd (west parking lot of Straub's) St. Louis, MO 63105 United States +1 314 398 9729 http://claytonfarmersmarket.com |
Clayton Farmer's Market aims not simply to sell fresh produce, but to keep it local, emphasize the organic and seasonal specialties, and to educate the public in preparing their environmentally responsible purchases. Samples are sometimes included with specialty items showcased by Straub's, which provides space to the Farmer's Market. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Festival of Nations |
Grand Blvd. & Arsenal International Institute (Organizers) St. Louis, MO 63118 United States +1 314 773 9090 (Organizers) http://www.iistl.org/festival.php |
Festival of Nations is an event celebrating world cultures. You can find music, dances, food stalls and craft booths. Visitors can also try mask-making, caber toss and belly dancing, and savor a list of delicacies like Filipino kebabs, baklava, feijoada, and ethnic snacks. Various games and activities for children also contribute in making the celebration memorable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Latino fun |
Market and 14th Street Soldiers Memorial Park St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 837 6100 http://www.hispanicstlouis.com/ |
Come August and the Hispanic community gears up to celebrate the Hispanic Festival. Live Latin music, arts and crafts stalls, dance troupes, ethnic food, and a variety of entertainment greet visitors. Children have a field day with costumes and clowns. The event is open to all and attracts people by the thousands. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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What a faire! |
2577 West Meyer Road Rotary Park St. Louis, MO 63348 United States +1 636 928 4141 (Organizers - St. Peters) http://www.stlrenfaire.com/ |
Celtic and mystical music, traditional folk songs, food stalls, arts and crafts displays, swordplay, and of course, costumes, greet visitors at the Renaissance Faire. People from various parts of America take part in this unique fete that gives an impression of a 16th century French market. Prizes are given for Best Guild Cooking, Best Street Fight, Best Costume, and more. So get those bustles and dozen petticoats in order! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Say Opaa |
4967 Forest Park Boulevard St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church St. Louis, MO 63108 United States +1 314 361 6924 (Church Office) http://www.stnicholas.missouri... |
The annual festival attracts more than just the church folk each year. Amidst traditional costumes and dances, the festivities go on for three days. Kota Ringata, Moussaka, Tiropites, Pastitsio, and other Greek delicacies are a must-try. Learn a Greek sound byte or two as young children sing melodiously. And at the end of it all, say Opaa. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spotlighting Italian Culture |
9465 Mackenzie Road St. Louis, MO 63123 United States +1 314 422 3102 http://www.italianfilmfestival... |
This film festival honors and promotes Italian culture and identity through film, with a wide range of categories and genres available for viewing. In recent years, several of the films that were premiered went on to win awards and success. Film buffs and amateurs alike are invited to join in and watch some of the films on display. The festival's objective is to give the general public the opportunity to view films that might not otherwise be available. Admission is free and open to all. Check website for hours, screening location and viewing schedule. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fair time once more! |
Highway 65 at 16th Street Missouri State Fairgrounds St. Louis, MO 65301 United States +1 660 827 8150 http://www.mostatefair.com/ |
What began, as a small fair to boost the agriculture and livestock of the state has now become one of the most important annual events in Missouri. Every year the Fairgrounds at Sedalia resemble a full-on party where you have food, music and people out to enjoy the day! Among the hustle-bustle of the crowd, you can spot the several stalls and exhibitions that include everything from cattle and poultry to wedding gowns and wines. Come 7:30p and the air booms with the sound of music played by popular artists and bands. To add to it, a host of competitions like art contests, Sale of Champions - an animal contest and many more can keep you entertained all day long. This eleven-day event does bring out the best that Missouri has to offer! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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German feast |
Poelker Memorial Park St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 636 225 1730 http://www.strassenfest.org/ |
Strassenfest brings German culture to the city—it is all about enjoying Bratwursts, potato pancakes, pretzels, pork steaks, and dancing to the tunes of traditional German music. Carnival rides, car shows, varieties of beer, magicians, jugglers and craft booths entertain visitors. The opening ceremony usually features dignitaries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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St. Louis' events hall |
1401 Clark Ave St. Louis, MO 63103 United States +1 314 622 5400 http://www.savviscenter.net/ |
This state-of-the-art venue seats over 21,000 and features basketball, hockey, concerts, and family events. Located in the center of downtown St. Louis, this facility was opened in 1994 and is home to the St. Louis Blues Hockey Club and the St. Louis University Billikens basketball team. This events hall also features family entertainment including "Sesame Street Live" and "Smucker's Stars on Ice." For information on upcoming games and events, call ahead. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Nam Tran |
 Photo: Nam Tran |
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It's all Greek! |
1755 Des Peres Road Assumption Greek Orthodox Church (Organizers) St. Louis, MO 63131 United States +1 314 966 2255 http://www.stlouisgreekfest.com/ |
This three-day, Memorial Day weekend festival celebrates Greek culture with traditional food, music and dance. Presented by the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church to raise funds for the parish, admission and parking is free for all. Tasty preparations of roast chicken, Moussaka, Dolmathes, Galaktobouriko, and Karithopita always draw the crowds. Other features include a Greek market, a wine garden, dancing, music troupes, and colorful costumes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Supporting Arts and Culture |
6128 Delmar Boulevard (at Skinker Boulevard) St. Louis, MO 63112-1204 United States +1 314 863 5811 http://www.art-stl.com |
The Regional Arts Commission provides funding for the arts and cultural institutions in order to contribute to local economic development. Artistic considerations, equal access across diverse cultural groups, and fiscal health are seen as crucially interrelated issues. The Commission maintains a number of programs and initiatives to further their goals, including a Gallery occupying the first floor of their Cultural Resource Center. Review © 2007, Wcities |