“Celebrate the World” Festival in Maryland Heights: Sunday

By frugalouis On February 22, 2012 · Leave a Comment

The City of Maryland Heights is holding their “Celebrate the World” Festival this Sunday, and the event and parking are free! “Celebrate the World” Festival Maryland Heights Centre, 2344 McKelvey Rd., 63043 Sunday, February 26, 12-5 Parade of Nations, two event stages, craft demonstrations, international marketplace, and more! World Encounters children’s area

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“Welcome Home the Heroes” Parade: Saturday

By frugalouis On January 25, 2012 · Leave a Comment

This Saturday, January 28, St. Louis is welcoming soldiers back from Iraq with a parade and resource marketplace. I love the slogan – “It’s about people, not politics”. What a great way to include our kids in supporting the troops! “Welcome Home the Heroes” Parade Saturday, January 28, 2012 Parade from 12-3 along Market Street [...]

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St. Charles Festival of Ice: Saturday

By frugalouis On January 25, 2012 · 2 Comments

As I type this, freezing rain is coming down outside. We are definitely getting some “winter” here in St. Louis, and Ice Carnivals are a fun part of that. This Saturday is the annual Fete de Glace (Festival of Ice) in St. Charles. Here’s what you need to know: Saturday, January 28, 9:30-4:00 100-200 blocks [...]

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The Loop Ice Carnival: Saturday

By frugalouis On January 10, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Our family is excited that this event is back for another year! With ice sculptures, scavenger hunts, prizes, entertainment, and more, the Loop Ice Carnival is so much fun! Generally speaking, the fun begins 11 AM on Saturday, January 14, at The Loop on Delmar in University City. And the great news? It’s almost all free! [...]

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Free Northern Lights Celebration in Ferguson: Sunday

By frugalouis On November 23, 2011 · Leave a Comment

After you’ve stuffed yourself with turkey and pumpkin pie the whole weekend through, and perhaps run ragged chasing door-busters, relax a little with a frugal family outing. The city of Ferguson is holding their Northern Lights Celebration this Sunday. Check it out: Ferguson Northern Lights Sunday, November 27, 2-7 PM Victorian Plaza, 20 S. Florissant [...]

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Ameren Thanksgiving Day Parade: Thursday

By frugalouis On November 21, 2011 · Leave a Comment

This Thursday marks the 2th anniversary of the Ameren Thanksgiving Day Parade in St. Louis, and this year the Harlem Globetrotters are appearing as Honorary Grand Marshals! Either head downtown to see the even live, or tune in to channel 4 to watch from the coziness of your own living room. Ameren Thanksgiving Day Parade [...]

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Festival of Lights Downtown: Friday

By frugalouis On November 16, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Take the entire family downtown this Friday night for the Macy’s Festival of Lights tree lighting! It sounds like a lot of fun if you’re able to make it into the city without too much hassle on a Friday evening. Macy’s Festival of Lights Friday, November 18, 4-6:30 PM City Garden Tree Lighting at 6:30 [...]

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Free Family Roundup Event in South County: Friday

By frugalouis On November 9, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Ride a mechanical bull…for free! Abiding Savior Lutheran Church is hosting an 11-11-11 Family Fall Roundup, and with the Western theme, there’s sure to be something for everyone in the family. Fall Family Roundup Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, 4355 Butler Hill Rd., 63128 Friday, November 11, 5-10PM Free! Hayride, pony rides, mechanical bull, face painting, [...]

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Free Harvest Fest in South County: Saturday

By frugalouis On November 4, 2011 · Leave a Comment

It’s supposed to be clear and sunny tomorrow, so get out with the family and enjoy one final fall festival of the year. Twin Rivers Church is hosting their Harvest Fest, where all games and activities are free! Twin Rivers Church, 10575 Tesson Ferry Rd., 63123 Saturday, November 5, 10-4 Harvest Fest Games and activities are [...]

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Free Fall Carnival: Saturday

By frugalouis On November 3, 2011 · Leave a Comment

I think it’s great that there are still some fall festivals and carnivals going on! Missouri Baptist University is hosting a Fall Family Carnival this Saturday, November 5. Missouri Baptist University, 1 College Park Drive, 63141 11 AM-2 PM FREE! Bounce houses, face painting, carnival booths, and more! Small charge for food: $1 for hot [...]

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