• Kids,  Missouri,  St. Louis

    Missouri Botanical Gardens Garden Glow Event

    The Missouri Botanical Gardens in St. Louis is a beautiful place to visit year-round. During the holiday season, the grounds are transformed into a winder wonderland filled with over a million lights on display. The pathway runs approximately one-mile long and starts at the Visitor’s Center. The display varies slightly each year with some crowd favorites such as the lighted tunnel remaining each year and some new features added. The pathway includes several firepits and concession stands along the way…

  • Illinois,  Kids,  Missouri,  St. Louis

    The Best Christmas Lights around St. Louis

    One our family’s favorite holiday traditions is to drive around and look at the colorful light displays. Some of these trips are through elaborate set ups in various parks with millions of lights. Other displays are put up by festive homeowners who go all out to celebrate the season. No matter which side of the river you are on, here is a list of some great spots to check out this year. *List has been updated with new events and…