Art Hill is the place to be this week because of two popular events.

1. The St. Louis Symphony will be performing classical favorites on September 12 at 7:00 p.m. Pack a picnic and bring a blanket for this FREE event under the stars.

• Metro will be providing FREE shuttles to the concert.

• Forgot your picnic? Don’t worry, an abundance of food trucks will be on site to fulfill your cravings.

• Stay until the end to watch the incredible firework show.

2. The Great Forest Park Balloon Race returns to Forest Park this Friday and Saturday, September 14-15.

• Stop by Friday night from 7:00-9:00 p.m. to catch the “Gaslight Glow.” Catch another firework show on Art Hill at 9:15 p.m. on Friday night.

• Festivities begin at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday for the Race, with live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities leading up the balloon launch at 4:30 p.m.