Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, O'Fallon, IL

Sponsored by the University of Missouri-St Louis, this wonderful festival gathers storytellers from all over the country...

Sponsored by the University of Missouri-St Louis, this wonderful festival gathers storytellers from all over the country to perform at various venues throughout the city. Master storytellers spin classic tales, ghost stories, oral histories, and poems. Themes include folk tales, ethnic and ancient traditions, humorous tomes, nature, and stories told in sign language. Locations include libraries, parks, recreation centers, and even the Missouri Botanical Garden.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Wed, May 2, 2012 Thu, May 3, 2012 Fri, May 4, 2012 Sat, May 5, 2012

This annual event is held in the Laclede's Landing district on the St. Louis riverfront. Free concerts spotlight both...

This annual event is held in the Laclede's Landing district on the St. Louis riverfront. Free concerts spotlight both nationally known performers and local bands, such as Jo Dee Messina, Pat Benatar, and the Beach Boys. Other events include air shows, 3K and 10K runs, storytellers, crafts, and fireworks, along with a popular barbecue competition. The Veiled Prophet Parade (one of St Louis' oldest events) takes place on the 4th of July.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Wed, Jul 4, 2012: 7am Fri, Jul 6, 2012: 4pm Sat, Jul 7, 2012: Noon Fri, Jul 13, 2012: 8pm Sat, Jul 14, 2012: 8pm Fri, Jul 20, 2012: 8pm Sat, Jul 21, 2012: 8pm

This annual event is well respected in the film industry. A variety of participating theaters show over 175 American and...

This annual event is well respected in the film industry. A variety of participating theaters show over 175 American and international full-length releases, shorts and documentaries. Panels, workshops and specialty sidebars are also featured, as are parties, tributes, retrospectives and appearances by filmmakers and actors. Venues include the Fabulous Fox Theatre, the chase Park Plaza Hotel and the Tivoli Theater.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details November 2012

The nationally recognized St. Louis Art Fair, held in downtown Clayton, is one of the best in the country. More than 150...

The nationally recognized St. Louis Art Fair, held in downtown Clayton, is one of the best in the country. More than 150 visual artists from around the country display and sell original works of art. In addition, the fair's "Pleasures of the Palate" highlights the offerings of 20 of St. Louis' most well regarded restaurants. Musical performances, children's activities, and a wealth of art demonstrations and workshops guarantee fun for the entire family.

Hours: Fri, Sep 7, 2012: 5pm - 10pm Sat, Sep 8, 2012: 11am - 10pm Sun, Sep 9, 2012: 11am - 4pm