The holiday season is here and there are so many ways to get into the spirit in St. Louis. Sure, you may want to pick out the perfect tree, but below are other events just begging to become an annual holiday tradition. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah or Kwanzaa, there's something for everyone this holiday season. If you're looking for Christmas light displays, read my article on The Top Holiday Lights in the St. Louis area.
Holiday Brass Concerts
The Holiday Brass Concerts are an annual event at the Cathedral Basilica in the Central West End. The concerts feature the St. Louis Symphony's Holiday Brass Ensemble, plus the Kirkwood Children's Corale, the Manchester United Methodist Church Chancel Choir and bagpiper George Gerules. Concerts are at 2:15 p.m. an 8 p.m. Tickets are $19 or $17 for students and seniors. Tickets may be ordered by calling 314-533-7662.December 15, 2009
Cathedral Basilica, Central West End
Santa vs. the Snowman
Photo courtesy St. Louis Science Center
Alien vs. Predator. Freddy vs. Jason. Now there's Santa vs. the Snowman, and you can catch it on the ultimate big screen, the OMNIMAX theater at the St. Louis Science Center. Luckily this holiday tale is lighthearted and suitable for kids. It tells the story of a curious snowman who challenges Santa and his workshop for control of the Christmas gift delivery business. Tickets are $8 for adults and $7 for children and seniors. Special group discounts are also available.
Opens November 20, 2009
St. Louis Science Center
Opens November 20, 2009
St. Louis Science Center
Christmas Traditions Festival
Celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way on Main Street in historic St. Charles. You'll see carolers and beautiful decorations every weekend as you make your way down Main Street. On Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays shops and restaurants stay open until 9 p.m. to accomodate holiday shoppers.November 27 - December 26, 2009
St. Charles
Symphony Holiday Concerts
The St. Louis Symphony is celebrating the holidays with a series of special concerts, beginning December 11, with Handel's Messiah. You can also enjoy some of the best songs of the season at A Gospel Christmas featuring Take 6 and the Symphony's IN UNISON Chorus and the Symphony's Holiday Celebration concert featuring favorite carols and holiday classics. Ticket prices start at $20.December 11-31, 2009
Powell Symphony Hall
Deck the Halls Wreath Exhibit
Local floral designers are showing off their best work at the annual holiday wreath exhibit at the Missouri Botanical Garden. The wreaths are on display each day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit is included with the cost of Garden admission. You also have the chance to own one of the featured wreaths by making a bid during the silent auction. Proceeds from the auction benefit Garden programs.November 21, 2009 - January 3, 2010
Missouri Botanical Garden
Pointsettia Show
Photo by Craig Brewer, courtesy Getty Images
The Jewel Box in Forest Park is beautiful anytime of the year but really shines during the holidays. During the Christmas season, the giant greenhouse is filled with red, pink and white pointsettias. You can take in the display Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $1 but you can get in for free Monday and Tuesday before noon. The Jewel Box is located at the intersection of Wells and McKinley in Forest Park.
December 2009
Jewel Box, Forest Park
December 2009
Jewel Box, Forest Park
Kwanzaa: First Fruits
Photo courtesy Missouri Botanical Garden
Celebrate African traditions at the Missouri Botanical Garden. This year's Kwanzaa celebration will include music and storytelling. There will also be a boutique selling Kwanzaa crafts and jewelry. Kwanzaa is a seven day holiday that takes its name from the Swahili term meaning "fruits of the harvest." The celebration is from noon until 4 p.m. at the Garden's Ridgway Center. Admission is included with a ticket to the Garden.
December 30, 2009
Missouri Botanical Garden
December 30, 2009
Missouri Botanical Garden
