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Free Things to Do in St. Louis

Everyone likes free stuff. Luckily, if you live in St. Louis, some of our best attractions are free. And, if you know where to look, there's always a free festival or event planned for the weekend. If that's not enough, St. Louis has plenty of ways to create your own free adventures. Here are some great ways to spend your free time without spending a dime.

15 Free Attractions in St. Louis

Many of St. Louis' most popular attractions are free. Here's a list of some great things to do that won't require opening your purse or wallet.

Free Attractions, Events & Activities

Some of the best things in St. Louis are free. There are top attractions like the St. Louis Zoo, Science Center and many others. And, don't forget about great seasonal events like concerts, movies, live theater and plenty of fun events for the kids. Here's a look at some of the best free stuff to do in St. Louis.

See the Nation's Best Zoo

The St. Louis Zoo is one of the country's best. Actually, both Parenting Magazine and Zagat's call it the top zoo in the nation. Not only does the St. Louis Zoo excel at getting visitors face-to-face with animals, it's also respected for creating exhibits that resemble each animal's natural habitat. Surprisingly, it does all this without...

What to Do at the St. Louis Science Center

The St. Louis Science Center is one of the top free attractions in St. Louis. It's filled with hands-on activites for kids, special exhibits and more. Here's information on fun things to do at the Science Center.

Take a Tour of the Anheuser Busch Brewery in St. Louis

The Anheusher Busch Brewery Tour is one of St. Louis' most popular free attractions. Here's information on taking the tour and enjoying some free beer, plus a look a other things to do in the Soulard neighborhood.

Twilight Tuesdays at the Missouri History Museum

Each spring and fall, the Missouri History Museum in St. Louis hosts a free outdoor concert series called Twilight Tuesdays. Here's key information about the concerts including dates, times and who is performing.

Whitaker Music Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Each summer, the Missouri Botanical Garden hosts a free outdoor concert series called the Whitaker Music Festival. The festival features some of the St. Louis area's most popular local musicians. Here are the dates, times and schedule of performers for this year's Whitaker Music Festival.

Shakespeare Festival St. Louis

Shakespeare Festival St. Louis is a local organization dedicated to bringing the works of William Shakespeare to audiences in St. Louis. Each summer, the festival gives free performances of one of Shakespeare's plays in Forest Park. Here's information, dates and times for the current season.

Jungle Boogie Concerts at the St. Louis Zoo

The St. Louis Zoo hosts a free summer concert series called Jungle Boogie. The concerts feature a variety of local and national musicians. Here's the schedule of performers and other information about the Jungle Boogie concerts at the St. Louis Zoo.

Free Theater at the Muny

An evening of musical theater doesn’t have to cost a lot. In St. Louis it won’t cost you anything. You can see seven shows at the Muny in Forest Park for free. At every performance, the Muny has 1500 free seats that fill up on a first come, first served basis.

Free Entertainment at Fair St. Louis 2012

Fair St. Louis has been a 4th of July tradition in St. Louis for decades. Here's information on the parade, concerts, activities, food and fireworks. Plus, tips for getting around downtown, parking and other ideas to help you have a great time at Fair St. Louis.

Top Free Summer 2012 Events in St. Louis

Sunmmers in St. Louis are always full of free concerts, movies and even special times to get in free to the region's most popular attractions. Here's a list of the best free stuff to do in summer 2012 in St. Louis.

Free Summer Events 2012: Movies & Live Theater

There is so much to do in St. Louis in the summer and much of it is free. You can catch a movie or check out some great live theater without spending any money. Here's information on free movies and live theater in St. Louis in summer 2012.

Free Summer Events 2012: Concerts & Live Music

There is so much to do in St. Louis in the summer and a lot of it is free. You can hear some great live music without spending any money. Here's information on free concerts in St. Louis in summer 2012.

Free Summer Events 2012: Top Attractions

There is so much to do in St. Louis in the summer without spending money. Many of the area's most popular attractions are free or offer special free events. Here's information on the best free attractions in St. Louis in summer 2012.

Free Summer Fun for Kids in St. Louis

Parents are always looking for ways to keep their kids entertained during the summer. St. Louis has a lot of great kids events, activities and attractions that are free.

Free Music at Live on the Levee 2012

Celebrate St. Louis Summer Concerts (formerly Live on the Levee) offers two weekends of free music, food and fun in Downtown St. Louis. Here's the schedule of concerts for Celebrate St. Louis Sumer Concerts 2012.

Free Fall Events and Activities in the St. Louis Area

Fall is a good time to enjoy the many of the free things to do in St. Louis. Here are the best free fall events and activities in the St. Louis area.

Free Holiday Events in the St. Louis Area

The holiday season can be expensive, but there are ways to enjoy the season without spending money. Here are the best free holiday events in the St. Louis area.

Free Winter Events and Activities in the St. Louis Area

You don't have to spend money in St. Louis to enjoy what the city has to offer. Many top attractions are free, and there are special free events and activities throughout the year. Here are the best free winter events in the St. Louis area.

Free Spring Events and Activities in the St. Louis Area

You can find something free to do in St. Louis any time of the year. Many top attractions are free all the time, but there are also some great seasonal events worth checking out. Here are the best free spring events in the St. Louis area.

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2012 Readers' Choice - Nominations for Best Free Attraction

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2012 Readers' Choice - Nominations for Best Free Event

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2012 Readers' Choice Awards for St. Louis

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