August 31st
If you are looking for something to do tonight, perhaps you can stop by the Atomic Cowboy to see the soulful styling of Robert Randolph and the Family Band. Also tonight, because it is the last Friday of the month, the St. Louis Art Museum hosts their SLAM Underground event from 7pm to 9pm. You can explore the mysteries of Osiris in celebration of the Sunken Cities exhibit with art, music by DJ MAKossa, and frozen signature cocktails!
For even more artistic inspiration, the Art Fair at Queeny Park will be at the Greensfelder Recreation Center starting tonight, and it goes all weekend long! You'll have an opportunity to see and purchase original works of fine art and fine craft directly from the artists who create them.
You might find me at the free concert tonight featuring Big George Brock, Barbara Carr, and Edwards, Case, & Erblich as they kick off the 23rd year of the Big Muddy Blues Festival which will be at Laclede's Landing all weekend.
September 1st - 6th
Tomorrow, aka, Saturday, The 34th Edition of the Gateway Cup bike race will take place in four amazing St. Louis neighborhoods all weekend long. You can watch five to six races each day. Go and cheer on the participants in this inspiring competition.
For their 23rd year, the Big Muddy Blues Festival will be at Laclede's Landing this Labor Day weekend celebrating the rich St. Louis history of "the Blues". The Big Muddy Blues Festival provides a platform for our work-class musicians representing a wide range of blues music.
Saturday is the official opening of the Annual Japanese Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden which presents taiko drumming, bon odori festival dancing, martial arts, candlelight walks in the Japanese Garden. This opportunity is great for people of all ages and is the perfect excuse to take a stroll through the garden. Me and the girls will definitely be enjoying a gyro at the 101st Annual St. Louis Greek Festival on Friday at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in the Central West End. Experience Greece through food, live music by Christos Sarantakis, folk dances by the St. Nicholas Greek Dancers, and a visit to the gift shop where you can find unique items imported from Athens.
Stop by Soulard on Saturday for an afternoon jam session with Odds Lane on the stage at Molly’s from 2pm to 4pm. These rising local musicians play a mix of originals and favorites and they will certainly add flavor to your Saturday afternoon.
The Blue Canyon Boys came all the way from Colorado to be apart of the “Summer of Love” concert at Das Biergarten at Das Bevo. Das Bevo requests that you come for a brew and spread the love.
Start your Sunday off with fresh produce and hand-crafted items from the Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market, in partnership with Tower Grove Farmers’ Market. You can sample delicious food and enjoy live music, all while supporting local businesses!
On Sunday, consider stopping by the Art & Soul Live Exhibit at .ZACK. This experience is a fusion of art, music, and creativity and features three levels of live bands/entertainment, live painters, and interactive games. What a great way to add a splash of color to your Sunday night.
Also on Sunday, we have two open houses for you to check out. One of them is in the Gate District in St. Louis City at 2707 St. Vincent. The other is a great custom built home with cathedral ceilings in St Charles at 897 Natchez. Hit up Evangeline’s this Sunday for brunch and tap your foot to the rhythms of Miss Jubilee who brings the sounds of the 1920s’ and 1930s’. This is a guaranteed great way to start your Sunday morning.
Labor Day Monday is WayBack Pointfest featuring 311 and the Offspring. You can spend you day off at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre rocking out to amazing bands like Gym Class Heroes and Buckcherry.
If you think you have the chops or just want to watch the show, stop by the Comedy Shipwreck Open Mic Night on Monday at the Heavy Anchor. Step up and try your hand at joke telling and find out if your stand-up game is up to par, or watch as others test their fate. Regardless, it is sure to be a night full of laughs.
Tuesday brings the Dog Days of Summer at the Lodge Outdoor Pool in Des Peres. Your pup can take a dip in the pool and share yummy dog treats with new furry friends. Proceeds from the event go to support the Animal Protective Association of Missouri to help more animals find their forever home.
On Wednesday, Evita will be showing at the Rep Theatre St. Louis. The incandescent Eva Perón’s rise from poverty to power electrified the world—and made her an iconic political celebrity. Winner of seven Tony Awards, this musical revels in the glamour, charisma and controversy that defined the First Lady of Argentina and will definitely be an exciting show.
Thursday night is all about Jazz Night with the Vince Sala Trio at Pat Connolly Tavern. Enjoy live jazz music with discounts on whisky and wine.
Boy George and the Culture Club take the stage on Thursday at the Fabulous Fox where you can enjoy their celebration of their biggest hits and get the chance to hear their newest songs, the first in 20 years. They share the stage with the B-52s and the Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey.
