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Previous Holiday Event Guides - 2008

For every major holiday in St. Louis, we list out our recommendations and suggestions on top destinations, places to shop and other ideas to make each holiday fun, memorable or successful. Here's an archive of previous holiday event articles for 2008.
Holiday Lights in St. Louis
For many families, going to see local holiday light displays is a favorite yearly tradition. It's a great way to jump-start your holiday spirit! So bundle up, jump in the car and spend an evening taking in some of these great holiday light displays.
2008 Holiday Events in St. Louis
The holiday season is here and there are so many ways to get into the spirit in St. Louis. Below are fifteen events just begging to become an annual holiday tradition. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah or Kwanzaa, there's something for everyone this holiday season.
2008 New Year's Eve in St. Louis
Celebrate New Year's Eve in St. Louis! From parties to live music to family-oriented fun, the St. Louis area has something for everyone on New Year's Eve. Here's information on ten of the best ways to ring in the New Year.
Festival of the Little Hills
The Festival of the Little Hills in St. Charles draws 200,000 visitors each year to Frontier Park and historic Main Street. The three day festival has great live music and hundreds of craft booths. Here's information and helpful tips to help you enjoy this year's Festival of the Little Hills.
St. Louis Summers Rock With Live on the Levee
Live on the Levee offers five weekends of free music, fireworks, food and kids activities on the St. Louis Riverfront. Here's the schedule of concerts, information about dining at the Sauce Cafe, tips on how to enjoy the fireworks, and everything you need to have a great time at St. Louis' premier summer concert series.
Top Picks for 4th of July in St. Louis
Independence Day in St. Louis means parades, music, fireworks and fun. There's Fair St. Louis, and Live on the Levee, but don't count out the parties thrown by smaller cities and communities. Webster Groves Community Days, for example, is one of the best (and best attended) 4th of July celebrations in the region. Bottom line, there are dozens of places to gather with family and friends to celebr…
Your Guide to Fair St. Louis
Fair St. Louis has been a 4th of July tradition in St. Louis for more than 25 years. 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.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in St. Louis
St. Louis is a great place to be Irish. The city loves to celebrate St. Patrick's Day - it even has two St. Patrick's Day Parades! Here's your guide to the best festivities, as well as information on St. Louis' best Irish pubs and Irish shops.
Do Something Special for Mother's Day
St. Louis offers plenty of ways to treat mom right on Mother's Day. Here's a guide to some of the best place in St. Louis to take mom out to eat, or to get her a special gift.
Things to Do on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is approaching fast. Luckily, St. Louis is a great place to Celebrate. Pick a romantic restaurant, attend a fun event at the Zoo or Symphony, or get chocolates from one of St. Louis' independent chocolate companies. Here's a list of some great things to do with the one you love on Valentine's day!
Celebrate Mardi Gras in St. Louis
St. Louis has one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations outside of New Orleans. Here are details about the big party in the Soulard neighborhood, plus celebrations in neighboring towns and at local restaurants. If you're throwing your own party, check here for where to get King Cakes, beads and all your Mardi Gras supplies.

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