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Father's Day 2011 in St. Louis

Ideas on How to Spend the Day with Your Dad

By , About.com Guide

St. Louis area attractions are hosting special events for Father's Day. If you're still trying to decide how to spend the day with your dad, here are some ideas you may want to check out.

If your dad likes a good steak, try dinner at one of these St. Louis Steakhouses.

Free Admission at Kemp Auto Museum

All dads get free admission to the Kemp Auto Museum in Chesterfield on Father's Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dad can see some rare and classic cars. There will also be special family activites and tours all day long. For more information, call (636) 537-1718.

BBQ at Mount Pleasant

Dad and the rest of the family can enjoy a little bar-b-que at Mount Pleasant Winery in Augusta, Missouri. The winery is offering a buffet of pork steak, chicken, corn on the cob, potato salad and more starting at 11 a.m. Live music on the patio begins at 1 p.m. For more information, call (800) 467-WINE.

Brunch at the Ritz

The Ritz-Carlton is cooking up a feast for dad a whole roast pig, Cajun-style boiled crawfish and a variety of Schlafly beers. Plus, there will be traditional brunch fare like champagne, caviar, smoked fish and one-of-a-kind desserts. Father’s Day Brunch will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The cost is $75 for adults and $37.50 for children three to ten years old. Kids two and younger eat free. Reservations are required. For additional information, call (314) 863-6300 ext: 433.

Kimmswick Auto Show

The City of Kimmswick is hosting its annual Father's Day Car Show from noon to 3 p.m. The show is open to all makes and models of cars, trucks and motorcycles. There will also be music and other family activities. The show is held on Market Street near City Hall. For more information, call the Kimmswick Visitor Center at (636) 464-6464.

Father's Day at the Butterfly House

The Butterfly House in Faust Park may not be the first place that comes to mind for Father's Day. But, the children's attraction is hosting Pollinator-Palooza for dads and their kids from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn about the importance of bees and how they work through games, demonstrations and crafts. The price is included with Butterfly House admission. For more information, call (636) 530-0076.

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