Ready, Set, Weekend: St. Louis weekend events Aug. 8 - Aug. 10
ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis area is gearing up for another weekend of exciting events! From play and creativity at the Saint Louis Science Center to state fairs, there is so much to enjoy.
SciFest - Play and Creativity Expo
SciFest offers a chance for Science Center guests to interact and connect with local STEM (science, technology, mathematics, and engineering) experts in a personal and meaningful way. Meet local scientists, engineers, and other experts for a personal, close-up look at cutting-edge, creative STEM applications.
- Saturday 9:30a-4:30p – Saint Louis Science Center
- Free
The Muny: La Cage Aux Folles
Back on the Muny stage for the first time in nearly four decades, this successful musical inspired the 1996 film The Birdcage and features memorable tunes such as “I Am What I Am,” “The Best of Times,” and “A Little More Mascara.”
- Friday-Sunday: 8:15 – Forest Park
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Saint Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs
- Friday-Sunday – Busch Stadium
- Fri.: 7:15p, Sat.: 6:15p, Sun.: 6:10p
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Washington Town and Country Fair
- Friday-Sunday: Washington, MO
- Theme: Summer's Homecoming
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Missouri State Fair
August 7-17 – Sedalia, MO
- Single Day Adult: $15, Seniors (60+)$10, Youth (6-12) $4, Kids (5 & under): Free
- August 8: Conservation Day
- August 9: Law Enforcement/Firefighter Appreciation Day
- Sunday: Military Appreciation Day
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Illinois State Fair
August 7-17 – Springfield, IL
- Adults (13-59) $10, Seniors (60+) $3, Kids (12 & Under) Free
- Friday, August 8 - Agriculture Day
- Saturday, August 9 – Kids Day
- Sunday, August 10 - Veterans & Gold Star Families Day
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