Let’s play! Hosted by The Magic House, Forest Park Forever, St. Louis Public Library, and St. Louis County Library, this free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off your summer.

Local St. Louis organizations will be providing hands-on activities for children such as, bubble play, outdoor art, parachute games, STEM activities, sports and more! This event is a fantastic opportunity to come together and celebrate the importance of play in our community.

STL Summer Adventure: Don’t miss the chance to sign up for the STL Summer Adventure Reading Program, a community summer learning program powered by St. Louis County Library and St. Louis Public Library. This program inspires children to explore the world through play, building their confidence and creativity for lifelong learning. Local St. Louis organizations will be on-site, providing hands-on activities for children. This event is a fantastic opportunity to come together and celebrate the importance of play in our community.

Why play matters: Play is essential for children’s development, helping them build social skills, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. Play Day in the Park aims to bring back the joy of play and encourage families to take a break from screens and enjoy some good, old-fashioned outdoor fun.

Generously sponsored by the Eric & Evelyn Newman Foundation