light the night
Brewery Lights is returning to Anheuser-Busch from Nov. 22 through Dec. 30. Guests are invited to stroll down Pestalozzi Street and experience the dazzling light displays, live performances and nightly parades. New for 2025, guests can enjoy an all-inclusive speakeasy experience. For tickets and to learn more, visit brewerylights.com.
Calling all carolers! The St. Louis Christmas Carols Association invites everyone to gather to sing festive carols in neighborhoods or at public venues, collecting donations for area nonprofits that benefit children. Volunteers are encouraged to sign-up by Nov. 30 at stlchristmascarols.org/go-caroling.
star power
Emmy-winner and Severance star Britt Lower is coming to the StL! Lower will be a celebrity guest at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ Holiday Benefit on Dec. 9. This year’s theme, Home for the Holidays honors the warmth of community and the power of storytelling. The actress will share insights, anecdotes and a special holiday treat. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit repstl.org.
You can help spotlight a beloved St. Louis holiday tradition. Garden Glow has been nominated for this year’s Best Botanical Holiday Light Display by editors and experts at USA Today 10Best. Last year, the event ranked No. 4 in the country. Vote for Garden Glow through Dec. 10 at 10best.usatoday.com.
go wild!
Looking for the purr-fect holiday gift? Adopt a cheetah from the Saint Louis Zoo. Adoption packages include a 12-inch cheetah plush toy, personalized adoption certificate, color photo with animal facts and more. Proceeds go directly toward the care and feeding of the animals. Place orders by Dec. 5 for estimated delivery by Dec. 24. Order online at stlzoo.org/adopt or by phone at 314.646.477.
Delmar Main Street and the Delmar Maker District are launching a campaign to support and sustain businesses in the district that were hit by the May 16 tornado. Dollar$ for Delmar is a six- to nine-month fundraising initiative dedicated to raising at least $1.5 million. On Dec. 19, the campaign will officially launch at Third Degree Glass as part of its monthly Third Friday event.
holiday pop-ups
Cocktails and Claws
4 Hands + Peacemaker | Through Dec. 21
4handsbrewery.com
LIT
Molly’s in Soulard | Through Dec. 23
mollysinsoulard.com
Santa’s Speakeasy
Hidden Gem | Through Dec. 27
drinkhiddengem.com
Sippin’ Santa
Planter’s House | Through Dec. 28
plantershousestl.com
Up on The Rooftop
360 Downtown STL | Through Dec. 28
360-stl.com
The Sleigh Shed
St. Louis Union Station | Through Dec. 30
trainshed-stl.com
Moose Mug Lounge
Angad Arts Hotel | Through Dec. 31
angadartshotel.com
The Chalet
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton | Through Jan. 3
cafelaviestlouis.com
Polar Patio Pop-Up
Side Project Brewing | Through Jan. 4
sideprojectbrewing.com
The Floating Sleigh
Riverboats at the Gateway Arch | Dec. 4 – 28
gatewayarch.com