Hitomi Salini playing taiko drums at the Japanese Festival at The Missouri Botanical Garden Photo courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden

5 things to do in St. Louis over Labor Day weekend

Nothing hits quite like a long weekend. We’ve labored all year, and now we get to enjoy the fruits of that labor on a three-day weekend thanks to Labor Day. If you’re sticking around town, here are some fun events to check out. 

P.S. Don’t forget to turn off your alarm for Monday morning to avoid the utter disappointment of waking up early on a day you were supposed to sleep in.

Munchie Market at Little Bevo
Not too long ago, we wrote about how cannabis-infused dinners are changing the culinary landscape in St. Louis, and we’re pleased to report increasing numbers of cannabis-related events are continually popping up all over town. Click here to learn more.

Soulard Blues & Roots Festival at Big Daddy’s Soulard
After a successful event last year, the 2nd Annual Soulard Blues & Roots Festival is coming back even better than before with well over a dozen performances on two stages from local musicians and bands. Click here to learn more.

Japanese Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden
This year’s event will transform the garden into a vibrant showcase of Japanese cuisine and culture, featuring an exceptional lineup of food, drinks and entertainment that highlights both traditional and contemporary Japanese traditions. Click here to learn more.

St. Nicholas Greek Festival in the Central West End
Celebrate Greek culture at this family-friendly event held at the St. Nicholas Orthodox Christian Church. Click here to learn more.

International & Craft Beer Festival at City Museum
Get tipsy while traipsing about the psychedelic vortex that is the City Museum? Yes, please! Click here to learn more.