The whole family is together for the week of Thanksgiving, what is there to do around the St. Louis area? We have pulled together some fun Thanksgiving events and activities to keep your crew busy!
Origami: Turkeys
Thornhill Branch: 12863 Willowyck Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146
Wednesday, November 5 | 6 pm
Come join us to make colorful paper craft turkeys.Ages 8-12. Registration Required.
Kids Art Night Out at Yucandu
20 Allen Rd, Webster Groves, MO 63119
November 7 | 6 – 8:30 pm
Make something for your home to help kick off your Thanksgiving festivities.
Wild Turkey Wonders
Wild Birds Unlimited of St. Charles: 1983 Zumbehl Rd, St. Charles, MO 63303
Saturday, November 8 | 11 am – noon
Let’s talk turkey! Wild turkeys, that is. Come learn some amazing fun facts about turkeys – what they like to eat, can they fly, where they sleep, & more. We’ll enjoy a craft to take home.
This event is free and open to kids 4-10.
Budding Artists: Turkey Paint
Thornhill Branch:12863 Willowyck Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146
Tuesday, November 11 | 10:30 am
A preschool art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. This month we will be creating turkey cards with paint. Dress to be messy.
Ages 3-6.
Frozen Friendsgiving
We Rock the Spectrum Edwardsville: 1015 Century Drive, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Saturday, November 15 | 1 – 3 pm
Join us on Sat, November 15th from 1–3 PM for a magical afternoon! Meet your favorite Frozen princesses, enjoy open play in the gym, and make a special snowman-inspired craft to take home. Cost is $20 per child. Spots are limited, so reserve your child’s place today!
Missouri History Museum: Storytelling
5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112
November 18 + 21: Native American Heritage Storytelling
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with stories about Indigenous people, culture, and traditions.
Tuesday, November 25: Family Feast Storytelling
Yum—pass the gravy, please! This story time will make you hungry!
Thanksgiving Stations
7606 Natural Bridge Rd, St. Louis, MO 63121
Friday, November 21 | 10:30 am
Get festive with Thanksgiving-themed arts and crafts for kids, including turkey marker angels, collages, painting, and paper creations.
Children and families. Registration recommended.
Wild Sprouts Thanksgiving Craft Party
Wild Sprouts Indoor Play Place: 3010 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, MO 63301
Saturday, November 22 | 9 – 11 am
Tuesday, November 25 | 9 am – 2 pm
Join us for a festive celebration full of fun, creativity, and holiday spirit! Kids will enjoy hands-on activities designed to spark imagination and celebrate the season of gratitude.
What to Expect:
Festive Thanksgiving crafts
Creative activities to take home
Playtime with friends in our cozy playroom
Ameren’s Thanks-for-Giving Parade
Celebrating its 41st year, the 2025 Thanks-For-Giving Parade will step off at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
This year, parade goers can expect over 120 parade units, including musical floats and displays, dance groups, drumlines, and marching bands from around the St. Louis region. As always, Santa Claus will be present to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season at the conclusion of the parade.
Thanksgiving Toddler Party
SkyZone Shrewsbury: 7375 Watson Road, Shrewsbury, MO 63119
and
SkyZone O’Fallon, MO: 61 N. Central Dr, O’Fallon, MO 63366
Sunday, November 23 | 9 – 11 am
Ages 6 & Under Only
Thanksgiving Parents Day Out
Sunday, November 23 | 11 am – 2 pm
Drop Your Jumper at Sky Zone for 3 Hours of Day Camp FUN
Reservations Required
Ages: Potty Trained – 12 years old
Thanksgiving Craft at Edwardsville Children’s Museum
722 Holyoake Rd, Edwardsville, IL
Tuesday, November 25 | 10 am – noon
Join us for a fun Thanksgiving Craft!
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
Oak Bend Branch: 842 S. Holmes Ave, St. Louis, MO
Wednesday, November 26 | 10:30 am
Celebrate the Peanuts gang with snacks and activities.
Ages 3-7. Registration required.
Wild Sprouts Friendsgiving Camp (Drop Off)
Wild Sprouts Indoor Play Place: 3010 N. Hwy 94, St. Charles, MO 63301
Wednesday, November 26 | 9 am – noon
Got cousins in town? Need to prep the big feast? Schools out and you need a morning to yourself? Whatever the reason – we are here for you! Drop your kids off for a morning of Thanksgiving-themed fun at Wild Sprouts!
With Wild Sprouts staff, kids will stay active, creative, and entertained with:
Thanksgiving-themed crafts and activities
Open play in our playroom
Fun, high-energy games for all ages
Hi-NRG Thanksgiving Camp
Chesterfield | Eureka | Lake St. Louis
Wednesday, November 26 + 28
9 am – noon or 9 am – 3 pm
Jump into fun over Thanksgiving Break at one of our gymnastics camp days! We offer a wide range of activities, from gymnastics and tumbling to trampoline, ninja courses, games, inflatables, and so much more! And the best part? We’ve got your snacks covered.
Cooking Club: Thanksgiving Sides
Oak Bend Branch: 842 S. Holmes Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
Wednesday, November 5 | 10 am
Explore cooking techniques and recipes. This month our focus will be Thanksgiving sides. Bring a dish or recipe to share.Adults.
Complimentary Wine Sampling: Thanksgiving Sampling
Sappington Wine Cellar Outlet: 11553 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63126
November 14, 2025 | 6 – 7:30 pm
Join us for our Complimentary Thanksgiving Wine Sampling. Find the perfect wines to pair with your Fall festivities. Need ideas on what to serve for your holiday gatherings? Try before you buy!
Friendsgiving Brunch at 612 North
612 North 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO 63102
Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 10 am – 2 pm
Gather your favorite people and join us on Sunday, November 16th, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. for a festive, all-you-can-eat Friendsgiving Brunch at 612North Event Space + Catering.
Enjoy holiday classics like carved turkey, bourbon sweet mash, green bean casserole, and pumpkin cheesecake—plus all your favorite brunch staples. Pair it all with bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys, soak in the lively atmosphere, and celebrate without lifting a finger in the kitchen.
Grand Cru Premium Wine Dinner
Vom Fass + Enjoy Maplewood: 7314 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143
November 14, 2025 | 6 – 8 pm
Extension Church On Your Side: Thanksgiving Giveaway + Resource Fair
10113 Lewis + Clark Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63136
November 23 | 4 – 6 pm
Join us for EC On Your Side, where we’re giving away Thanksgiving sides and connecting you with community resources that have YOUR back.
Because no one should do the holidays alone.
Magpie’s Thanksgiving High Tea
903 S. Main Street, St. Charles, MO 63301
November 23 | 5 – 6 pm
Celebrate with us as we mark 1 year of tea party events at Magpie’s!!! We take great pleasure in hosting these teas.
Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Class
Edwardsville: EXO Nail Bar
Sunday, November 23 | 4 pm
Our Thanksgiving cookie decorating classs invites you to slow down, connect, and enjoy the cozy spirit of the holidays. Local cookie artist, Robin McCarty, from Little Cookie Shoppe will lead you step-by-step through the process. Everything you need is provided! Craving more delicious cookies after class is over?! We’ll make sure you receive Robin’s personal recipes, along with her professional tips and advice! It’s the season of giving.
Friendsgiving Brunch + Bottomess Mimosas
Das Bevo
November 23 | 10 am
Round up your besties and join us for the ultimate fall brunch! We’ll have bottomless mimosas, delicious eats, and plenty of festive vibes. Plus, local vendors will be here so you can sip, shop + brunch all in one cozy spot.
Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl
Rockwell Beer Company
Wednesday, November 26 | 5 – 11 pm
Get ready to celebrate the festive spirit at the Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl on November 26th, 2025, from 6 PM to 11 PM! Join us for a lively evening through the heart of the city, where we’ll spread Thanksgiving cheer in every way imaginable.
This isn’t your average bar crawl – it’s a celebration of gratitude and fun. From one iconic venue to the next, immerse yourself in a whirlwind of festive decorations, themed costumes, and boundless enthusiasm.
Our hand-picked stops feature specialty Thanksgiving-themed cocktails and lively entertainment to keep the celebration alive. But the party doesn’t end there – it’s a chance to embrace the festive spirit, spreading joy and camaraderie with every step.
Whether you’re a Thanksgiving enthusiast or just love a good party, everyone is welcome to join the festivities with us. Let’s make this Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl a monumental celebration of joy, unity, and unforgettable memories!
Beer Choir at Das Bevo
Das Bevo: 4741 Morgan Ford Road, St. Louis, MO 63116
Wednesday, November 26 | 7 – 9 pm
Let’s kick off Thanksgiving week right with an excuse to sing and drink beer! If you’ve never been to Beer Choir it’s not a performance, but a social singing experience open to all no talent required! We’ll lead you through a couple hours of hilarious drinking songs and games. Bar and kitchen open at 5, singing starts at 7. FREE admission.
43rd Annual Kirkwood Webster Turkey Run Day
November 27 | 7:30 – 11 am
The tradition lives on! The St. Louis region’s largest and oldest Thanksgiving Day run gets set for its 43rd annual edition. Choose between the 3-mile and 6-mile races. Run in-person or virtually!
Downtown Kirkwood is where it’s all happening. The 3-mile begins at 7:30 AM while the 6-mile begins at 8:10 AM
St. Louis Turkey Trot 5K and 8K
Thursday, November 27 | 7 – 11 am (race begins at 8)
In the Upper Muny Festival and Parking Plaza. Chip timed, fun run, and kids categories.
Olivette Turkey Trot
November 27, 2025 | 7 am
The Olivette Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning tradition at Stacy Park, uniting over 2,000 participants for a chip-timed 5K run/walk that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit. Family-friendly and inclusive, the event welcomes strollers, leashed dogs, and includes a free Kids Fun Run for children under five.
Chesterfield Turkey Trot and Fun Run
Thursday, November 27 | 8:30 am
Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex: 17925 N Outer 40 Rd Chesterfield MO 63005
2025 marks the 26th year for the Annual Turkey Trot 5k & Fun Run! Come RUN and WALK with us Thanksgiving morning before enjoying your holiday festivities!
Chesterfield Gobble Wobble 5K
Thursday, November 27 | 8:30 am
West County Assembly of God: 13431 N. Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Turkey Trot at Longview Farm Park
13525 Clayton Road, Town + Country, MO 63141
Thursday, November 27
9 am: 3M run / walk
10 am: ½ mile kids fun run
Registration required!
Turkey Trottinator
November 27 | 8 am – 11 am
Wildwood Farmers Market: 221 Plaza Dr, Grover, MO 63040
Welcome to the Wildwood Turkey Trot AKA TheTrottinator! Brought to you by Rockinator Racing.
Run for Ryan – Sappington
Benefitting the SCL Stay Strong Fund
St. Catherine Laboure Parish
Thursday, November 27 | Mass at 9:30 – Run begins at 10:30
Get ready for a heartwarming and inspiring event at the 13th Annual Run for Ryan, taking place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in St. Louis. This uplifting occasion kicks off with a Thanksgiving mass at 9:30 AM, followed by a spirited 3-mile run and a fun 1-mile walk starting at approximately 10:30 AM. Participants can also join in virtually, making it accessible for everyone to show their support. This beloved event honors Ryan McDaniel and his family, who have faced the challenges of cancer with incredible strength and resilience. The Run for Ryan not only celebrates Ryan’s legacy of kindness but also supports the Stay Strong Fund, which helps families navigating similar battles.
Sunset Hills Turkey Trot
Mini Ha Ha Park: 801 Old Gravois Rd, Sappington, MO 63127
Thursday, November 27 | 8 am
Arnold Gobble Gobble Race
November 27, 2025 with an 8 am start time
Belleville Thanksgiving 5K Run
Thursday, November 27 | 8 am
The 15th Annual Belleville Thanksgiving 5K Run and Kids Turkey Chase (In Person Race) will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, 2025, in Downtown Belleville Illinois at the Square. Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup at 7:00 am. with the race starting at 8 am.
Turkey Trot St. Charles
Thursday, November 27 | 8 am
What better way to kick off your Thanksgiving day than with an active morning with thousands of runners and walkers at Turkey Trot STL on the most popular day of racing in America. Join us for this Thanksgiving tradition by running or walking in the family-friendly Turkey Trot STL 5K at St. Charles Family Arena. Not only will you burn some calories before the big feast, but you’ll also be making a difference in our community by supporting local food pantries.
Regional Eyecare’s 6th Annual Turkey Trot
Legacy Park, Cottleville, MO
*Check for updates for 2025*
Wentzville Wobble
CANCELED FOR 2025
Wobble your way to fun at the Wentzville Wobble One-Mile Race! This lively, action-packed event is designed for all ages, bringing together runners, walkers and even our furry four-legged friends for an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re sprinting for the finish line or strolling with your pup, the Wentzville Wobble promises a day of excitement, community spirit and lots of wobbling fun!
🎅Belleville Santa Parade, Santa on the Square, + Belleville Christkindlmarkt
🚂Holiday Flower and Train Show at the Missouri Botanical Gardens
🎄WonderLight’s Christmas Holiday Lights Display at World Wide Technology Raceway
🧑🎄Santa’s Magical Kingdom at Jellystone Park Resort
🤶🏼Weirdly Wonderful Holidays at the City Museum
🧚🏻♀️Enchanted Fairy Gardens at the Butterfly House
❄️Santa’s House Belleville Town Square
⛸️Winterfest Ice Rink Kiener Plaza
🌲Christmas Wonderland Lights Display at Rock Spring Park in Alton
🎄Celebration of Lights Holiday Lights Display in Fort Zumwalt Park
