The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For December 21st – December 27th, 2023
Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas!
Thursday, December 21st
Gentle Flow & Restore – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – This NEW class format is a 90-minute class. This class combines gentle flow (vinyasa) yoga with an extended restorative portion of the class. The best of a vinyasa yoga class and a Restorative yoga class together. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Holiday Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms
Eureka, MO – Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season at Brookdale Farm’s enchanting Holiday Pop-Up Bar! Nestled within the charming confines of our rustic barn, this one-of-a-kind experience promises an extravagant and gaudy atmosphere that will transport you to a world of yuletide cheer and merriment. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday, December 22nd
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, MO – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Nutcracker – The Fabulous Fox
St. Louis, MO – The beloved family tradition is back: NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet! Gather your loved ones for the warm glow and nostalgia of America’s favorite Christmas celebration. Experience the extraordinary international cast and Ukrainian Principal Artists performing at the peak of classical European Ballet. Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger than life puppets, and stunning hand-crafted sets and costumes. Don’t miss this chance to experience the wonder of NUTCRACKER Magical Christmas Ballet. For tickets, click here.
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM or 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sip, Shop, & Sparkle – Blush Home Decor by JSB Designs
Smithton, IL – Finish your Christmas shopping and put a little “sparkle” in your holiday look with our Sip, Shop & Sparkle event! Join us in Smithton, IL, at Blush Home Decor on Friday, December 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. We’ll have delicious drinks for you to sip on while you shop!
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Holiday Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms
Eureka, MO – Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season at Brookdale Farm’s enchanting Holiday Pop-Up Bar! Nestled within the charming confines of our rustic barn, this one-of-a-kind experience promises an extravagant and gaudy atmosphere that will transport you to a world of yuletide cheer and merriment. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
R&N – Crehan’s Irish Pub
Belleville, IL – Come join us on this fun Friday night for live music by R&N!
Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Christmas Vacation – Pete’s Hard Stop
Smithton, IL – It’s time to start your Christmas Vacation. Come out dressed as your favorite Holiday character to start off this season’s festivities!!
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 23rd
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, MO – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Butter Late Than Never – Peace By Piece Co.
Swansea, IL – Need a last minute Christmas gift? We’ve got you covered. Peace by Piece is collaborating with Marge from Savvy Nature to provide some ideas. Shop body butters, body scrubs, and roller balls. Savvy Nature is made locally with essential oils and natural healing properties!
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Holiday Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms
Eureka, MO – Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season at Brookdale Farm’s enchanting Holiday Pop-Up Bar! Nestled within the charming confines of our rustic barn, this one-of-a-kind experience promises an extravagant and gaudy atmosphere that will transport you to a world of yuletide cheer and merriment. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Eric Prewitt Band – Chateau La Vin
Columbia, IL – Christmas Eve Eve Celebration with the Eric Prewitt Band at the best ‘lil winebar ever!!! Come out, you’ll love it!
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Trent Ingram – Copper Fire
Belleville, IL – Since moving to Nashville in 2019, he has performed at prominent venues such as Commodore Grille and The Bluebird Cafe, had a two-year headlining residency at the historic Sutler Saloon, and has been featured in both Nashville Voyager and CanvasRebel magazines. He currently tours the U.S. with his band promoting his current Nashville released singles with more releases planned within the year. You will not want to miss a night full of live music performed by Trent Ingram!
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday, December 24th
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, MO – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
A Weirdly Wonderful Christmas Eve – City Museum
St. Louis, MO – Escape the holiday stress and enjoy a fun-filled evening at City Museum! We’re open until 9 PM on Christmas Eve! With three bars open across the museum, you can sit back and relax with a festive cocktail while kids burn off energy climbing, sliding, and exploring. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make lasting memories and start your holiday celebrations early. Experience the joy of Weirdly Wonderful Holidays with all your favorite people this holiday! For more information and tickets, click here.
Time: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Monday, December 25th
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
Tuesday, December 26th
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, MO – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday Night Trivia – Shoehorn Brewing
Belleville, IL – Join us for free pop culture trivia! Build a team, find a team, or be a lone wolf trivia dominating machine!
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday, December 27th
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, MO – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Pop Culture Trivia – 1428 Tap Haus
Belleville, IL – Join us every Tuesday at 7pm for Free Bar Trivia courtesy of Chill Trivia Company! Five rounds of trivia covering all things movies, music, television, sports, and much more! No need to reserve a table, just come out with your friends or family and be ready to enjoy great food and drink at 1428 Tap Haus while answering fun questions for gift cards and prizes.
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Belleville, IL – Join us for our first-ever Friendsgiving celebration in our NEW! Cider Shed. Grab your friends and head out to enjoy a mini Thanksgiving Feast featuring oven-roasted turkey, sweet potatoes, green beans, freshly baked dinner roll, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and a slice of our home-baked pumpkin pie. It’s not Thanksgiving without drinks – this delicious tasting will include our original hard cider flight featuring our blackberry, apple, strawberry, and peach hard cider. It’s the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit. $25. No reservations required.
Belleville, IL – Grab your partner & join us for an evening of bonding through creativity! A glass of Sangria/beer/soda is included in your ticket! All supplies needed will be provided, along with 2 hours of step by step instruction as the artist paints along with the group. This is an acrylic painting class. Each painter will paint their own canvas. ONE TICKET NEEDED PER PAIR! Completed paintings will fit together with your painting partners painting. You are welcome to customize this however you choose. Additional color options will be available. Food/beverages available for additional purchase & welcome during paint time!
