Aug 18 Monday
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton is giving parents a well-earned reason to celebrate with Back to YOU: Parents’ Day Out, a rooftop pool party designed for ultimate relaxation. On Monday, Aug. 18, from 9am to 2pm, the hotel invites parents to enjoy a much-needed breather after the first-morning drop-off of the year with a relaxing daytime event. Guests can enjoy a serene, adults-only atmosphere featuring curated poolside bites, handcrafted cocktails like the “Mom-osa” and “Drop-Off Daiquiri,” and a vibrant, music-filled atmosphere. Tickets are available through ResortPass. To attend Back to YOU: Parents’ Day Out, purchase the $45 Day Pass—this will serve as your ticket for entry on Monday, Aug. 18.
To further elevate the experience, the hotel is partnering with several St. Louis small businesses for an event focused on wellness, connection, and self-care. Guests will also have the chance to win a complimentary staycation at Le Meridien with a raffle drawing held during the event.
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
The Silk Road Dinner Series will be hosted monthly beginning on Wednesday, June 18, through August. Helmed by Executive Chef Tim Adams, the series brings together some of St. Louis’ most celebrated culinary talents: Chef Julie Troung of DD Mau, 2025 James Beard semifinalist Nick Bognar of Indo and Sado, and 2025 James Beard Finalist Loryn Nalic of Balkan Treat Box. Madrina will donate 20 percent of proceeds from the series to the International Institute of St. Louis, which champions immigrant and refugee communities to thrive to create a welcoming, prosperous, and healthy region.
Aug 19 Tuesday
Aug 20 Wednesday
Caravan TourJoin us for a guided caravan tour! Drive along in your car and follow the caravan led by our Master Guide Cathleen. We will drive to a few different locations inside historic Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. At each location, we will all exit our vehicles and Cathleen will give us a tour through history!
The adventure begins with a drive to our serene Wildwood Valley Gardens. We will walk the Gardens and visit the impressive Cascade Mausoleum, our newest mausoleum. The next stop is Prospect Avenue. The “movers and shakers” of the 1900s are buried there. The last stop is the area surrounding explorer William Clark’s plot. This caravan tour is a unique way to explore the grounds and learn about some of the people memorialized at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum.
♦ Space is limited and reservations are required
♦ Please wear appropriate outdoor walking attire as we will explore different areas upon leaving our vehicles.
♦ Walking terrain is mild with a mixture of hard and soft surfaces
♦ We ask that everyone arrive 15 to 20 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure
♦ This is a rain or shine event except in the case of extreme lightning
Aug 21 Thursday
Aug 22 Friday
Aug 23 Saturday
Sunrise Stroll: Discover Bellefontaine at Dawn
What better way to experience the oldest Garden Cemetery west of the Mississippi than during the first light of day? Join us for a refreshing Sunrise Stroll in the tranquil morning hours.
This free walking tour covers nearly two miles of moderate terrain across Bellefontaine’s 14-mile roadway. Each tour offers a unique blend of history, horticulture, iconography, and fresh discoveries of the Cemetery’s rich stories.
Registration is required to attend. Space is limited. Secure your spot now!
Tour Details:
Tours will cover about 2 miles across moderate terrain. Please wear appropriate summer walking attire and comfortable walking shoesPlease bring essentials like sunscreen, a head covering, bug deterrent, bottled water, and a camera to capture the morning’s beauty.Please arrive between 15 to 30 minutes before tour time for a prompt departure. These tour tickets are free with a suggested donation of $5.00.Tours are available on select dates until Labor Day, running from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.