This Week in St. Louis

Brice Bement
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For the past 6 years, our STL Bucket List Weekend Guide has helped thousands of people discover the best things to do in St. Louis every single Friday. From festivals and markets to concerts, sports, and the city's most iconic events, we’ve made it our mission to keep you connected to the culture.  Now, we’re bringing that same energy to a new format. This Week in St. Louis is our brand new weekly podcast hosted by Brice. Each episode is a quick 10-15 minute listen, dropping every Thursday, giving you everything you need to plan your weekend in the St. Louis. Stay in the know, support local, and experience the best of St. Louis, one event at a time.

  1. 4D AGO

    March 20–22

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here! Spring is starting to show up around the Lou, and this weekend is packed — from March Madness and live music to art events, Easter activities, and a craft beer festival. Whether you're heading downtown, planning a brunch, or looking for something fun to do, there’s something happening all across St. Louis. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down the biggest events of the weekend — including NCAA Tournament games, local art showcases, comedy, concerts, and unique experiences around the city. This week’s highlights include:  - NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament games at Enterprise Center bringing March Madness energy downtown.  - Art and creative events like the Young Artists’ Showcase, Culture + Cocktails at the Saint Louis Art Museum, and workshops at Laumeier Sculpture Park.  - Local favorites like Steinfest at Third Degree Glass Factory, MADE: Game Night, and hands-on experiences at Craft Alliance.  - Live entertainment including Jeff Dye at Helium Comedy Club, Catieosaurus at City Winery, the Gateway Blues Festival, and Anita Jackson at Jazz St. Louis.  - Family-friendly Easter events like Eckert’s Egg-Citement, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, and Skate with the Easter Bunny.  - Brunch and weekend fun with drag brunch, Soul Brunch, and the Buzz’d Beer Festival. Plus, St. Louis CITY SC takes on New England at Energizer Park — with Pups on the Pitch after the match. This Week’s Flavors of the Lou We’re featuring Corned Beef: • Pickles Deli • Maggie O’Brien’s • McGurk’s Bucket List Spot of the Week The Cup – Central West End & Edwardsville A go-to for cupcakes, gooey butter cake, and sweet treats — with fun seasonal flavors and plenty to try. Whether you're catching a game, exploring local art, or grabbing brunch, there’s something for everyone this weekend in St. Louis. Tag us @STLBucketList if you check anything out — we love seeing your adventures. 💛 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES EVERY WEEK 🔔 🎧 LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts ▶ https://apple.co/36ycuuO Spotify ▶ https://spoti.fi/3svGoqS 🔗 CONNECT WITH STL BUCKET LIST: Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/stlbucketlist/?utm_source=Instagram Website ▶ stlbucketlist.com 🤝 WORK WITH STL BUCKET LIST Interested in partnering or sponsoring an episode? Email ▶ show@stlbucketlist.com Website ▶ https://www.bucketlistcreative.com/about-us 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    12 min

  2. MAR 12

    March 13–15

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here! Spring energy is finally showing up around the Lou — longer days, patio season teasing us, and a packed calendar full of festivals, music, markets, and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Whether you're treasure hunting for vintage finds, grabbing toasted ravioli for 314 Day, or heading downtown for parade festivities, there’s something happening in every corner of the city this weekend. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down the biggest events happening around town — from St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and vintage markets to concerts, comedy shows, and local food favorites. This week’s highlights include: St. Patrick’s Day celebrations all weekend — including the Michelob ULTRA Parade, the Downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Shamrocks & Shenanigans at Ballpark Village, and festive pop-ups like the Shamrock Saloon at Brookdale Farms. Vintage treasure hunting at Vintage Market Days of St. Louis at the St. Charles Convention Center and the Drop Soda Vintage Market at The Garage STL. A stacked entertainment lineup featuring Jordan Ward at Delmar Hall, Melvin Seals & JGB at The Pageant, Tacarra Williams at Helium Comedy Club, and the Attack on Titan Live Concert at The Fabulous Fox. This Week’s Flavors of the Lou With 314 Day around the corner, we’re celebrating one of St. Louis’ most iconic dishes: Toasted Ravioli. Local spots serving up some of the best toasted ravs in the city: • Guido’s Pizzeria & Tapas on The Hill • Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria • Charlie Gitto’s on The Hill Head to @stlbucketlist on Instagram to see the full STL food roundup. Toasted Ravs are an STL tradition, so make sure to grab some on 314 Day. Bucket List Spot of the Week  Patisserie Svoi – Central West End This newly opened bakery is bringing beautiful Ukrainian desserts and classic French patisserie to St. Louis. From delicate pastries to custom celebration cakes, it’s the pastry chef’s dream realized and a perfect new addition to your STL Bucket List. Whether you're celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, discovering a new bakery, dancing at a concert, or running a 5K before grabbing a green beer — St. Louis has something happening for everyone this weekend. 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    7 min

  3. MAR 5

    March 6-8

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here! This weekend in St. Louis feels like the city waking back up — patio season is teasing us, spring is around the corner, and the calendar is packed with live music, art openings, comedy, sports, and unique community events. Whether you’re planning a full social weekend or just looking for one great reason to leave the house, this lineup has something for every vibe. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down everything happening around the city — from gallery openings and film screenings to major concerts, soccer energy at Energizer Park, and cozy neighborhood events that make STL feel like home. This week’s highlights include: Opening weekend festivities at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, plus a special cinema screening at the Saint Louis Art Museum and a hands-on chess workshop at the World Chess Hall of Fame Live entertainment all weekend with STOMP at The Fabulous Fox, comedy with Jessica Kirson at Helium Comedy Club, and major concerts including Zach Bryan at The Dome at America’s Center and October London at Stifel Theatre High-energy weekend plans with St. Louis CITY SC action at Energizer Park, a Planetarium Star Party at the Science Center, a community seed swap in Alton, and the longtime favorite Home & Garden Show at America’s Center This week’s Flavors of the Lou is all about seafood, featuring local favorites:  - Peacemaker  - 801 Fish  - Extra Wavy  And this week’s Bucket List Spot: Race House in Webster Groves — an immersive racing simulator lounge delivering competitive, high-speed fun without ever leaving St. Louis. Use code STLBUCKETLIST10 for 10% off your first experience. Whether you’re gallery hopping, singing karaoke, cheering at a match, discovering new music, or planning your spring garden, we’ve got your weekend covered. See you out there, St. Louis. 💛 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    7 min

  4. FEB 26

    February 27 - March 1

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here! This weekend in St. Louis is one of those sneaky stacked late-winter lineups — flowers taking over the art museum, coffee festivals and latte art battles, vintage throwback markets, drag brunches, orchestra performances, indie shows, and classic STL beer tours. It’s random in the best way — cozy, cultural, nostalgic, and just chaotic enough to keep things interesting. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down everything happening around the city — from spring-forward art experiences and Black History Month concerts to daytime festivals, big night-out energy, and uniquely St. Louis traditions worth building your weekend around. This week’s highlights include: Art in Bloom at the Saint Louis Art Museum, where floral designers transform the galleries into a full spring preview, plus powerful performances from the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra at Powell Symphony Hall including Lift Every Voice and John Coltrane: Legacy Symphony STL Coffee Fest at 18Rails and a Latte Art Showdown at Blueprint Coffee, plus Sip & Savor Festival at Eckert's Farm for a full weekend of tasting and daytime social energy Live shows all weekend long with Dylan Carlino at Helium Comedy Club, Dancing with the Stars Live at Stifel Theatre, and The Lone Bellow at Delmar Hall This week’s Flavors of the Lou is all about coffee — because if you’re hitting STL Coffee Fest, you might as well keep the caffeine tour going. Featured spots include: Blueprint Coffee  Coma Coffee Roasters  Sump Coffee And our Bucket List Spot of the Week: The Bejeweled Taylor Swift Pop-Up Bar at Hidden Gem — a limited-time, fully themed experience celebrating every Taylor era with specialty cocktails, photo ops, and full-on friendship bracelet energy through March 14. Whether you’re walking through flowers at the museum, sipping your way through a tasting fest, brunching with rooftop views, or dancing the night away, we’ve got your last weekend of February covered. 💛 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    6 min

  5. FEB 19

    February 20-22

    In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down everything happening around the city — from cultural celebrations and live performances to foodie plans, big-name entertainers, and unique winter experiences worth building your weekend around. This week’s highlights include: Lunar New Year celebrations at the Saint Louis Art Museum, including SLAM Social and a screening of Everything Everywhere All at Once, plus Kemper Unplugged at the Kemper Art Museum featuring works by Asian American composers Behind-the-scenes beer experiences at the Anheuser-Busch Biergarten, romantic Valentine’s Date Nights at Grant's Farm, and cozy winter pop-up vibes at Violet’s inside St. Louis Union Station A stacked entertainment lineup with Stavros Halkias at The Pageant, Hannah Berner at Stifel Theatre, and Eric Church at Enterprise Center Theater and classical experiences including The Phantom of the Opera at the Fabulous Fox Theatre and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performing Amadeus live-to-picture at Powell Symphony Hall Plus family-friendly fun like the Royal Winter Ball in Maryland Heights and Owl Prowls at the World Bird Sanctuary This week’s Flavors of the Lou is all about Cajun and Creole comfort food, featuring:  - Gulf Shores Restaurant & Grill  - J Marie's Gumbo House  - Gumbo 2 Geaux And our Bucket List Spot of the Week: Violet’s at The Train Shed inside St. Louis Union Station — a limited-time, Valentine’s-inspired pop-up with moody florals, specialty cocktails, and the perfect excuse for a downtown date night before it disappears at the end of the month. Whether you’re planning a thoughtful cultural night, a high-energy concert, a romantic dinner, or something totally unique to St. Louis, we’ve got your weekend covered. 💛 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    6 min

  6. FEB 12

    February 13-15

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here! This weekend in St. Louis is doing the absolute most — Valentine’s and Galentine’s plans are everywhere, Mardi Gras is in full swing, live music and comedy are stacked, and it’s literally the city’s birthday. From cozy candlelit dinners to chaotic bead-filled street parties, this is one of those weekends where you could plan every detail… or just pick one thing and let the rest get delightfully unhinged. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down everything happening around the city, from Valentine’s events and nightlife to Mardi Gras celebrations, live shows, and uniquely St. Louis traditions worth building your weekend around. This week’s highlights include: Valentine’s & Galentine’s events across the city, from cozy nights at The Lodge at Eckert’s and Grant’s Farm Candlelit Dinners to playful plans like Golden Gems and Valentine’s Karaoke at Blueberry Hill Mardi Gras weekend in Soulard, including the Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball, the Bud Light Grand Parade, and all-day parade parties at Ballpark Village, Broadway Oyster Bar, Molly’s, and more Live entertainment all weekend long, with comedy from Rachel Scanlan and Leslie Jones, plus concerts and dance nights like Gimme Gimme Disco, Badfish at The Pageant, and the Valentine’s Mixtape Tour Plus, this week’s Flavors of the Lou is all about desserts for two (or one — no judgment), featuring: Bailey’s Chocolate Bar in Lafayette Square The Fountain on Locust Cyrano’s in Webster Groves And our Bucket List Spot of the Week: The Tenderloin Room at the Chase Park Plaza, offering a special Valentine’s prix fixe menu in one of St. Louis’s most timeless dining rooms. Whether you’re planning a romantic night, a full Mardi Gras marathon, or just one great plan to anchor your weekend, we’ve got you covered. 🎭💖🎶 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    8 min

  7. FEB 5

    February 6-8

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here! This weekend has a little bit of everything — early Mardi Gras energy, Valentine’s events popping up across the city, cozy winter pop-ups, live music, and a few classic STL traditions that give the weekend its personality. Whether you’re planning something intentional or just picking one solid thing and letting the rest unfold, this is a great one to get out and explore. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice walks through what’s happening around the city, from food and drink events worth building plans around to live shows, family-friendly experiences, and unique community happenings. This week’s highlights include: Taste of Soulard neighborhood tasting weekendSTL Food & Wine Tasting at Union StationWinter & Valentine’s pop-up bars (The Lodge + Violet’s at the Train Shed)Live music & shows, including Hot Country Nights and St. Louis Jazz at Lincoln CenterMardi Gras kickoff in Soulard (Run for Your Beads 5K & Wiener Dog Derby)Valentine’s events across the region, from Grant’s Farm Date Night to Drag Bingo Brunch Plus, this week’s Flavors of the Lou is all about the ultimate winter comfort food: lasagna, featuring: Charlie Gitto’s on The Hill Anthonino’s Italian KitchenTrattoria Marcella And our Bucket List Spot of the Week: Hot Bar & Grill in South City — a neighborhood favorite for comfort food, a deep tap list, craft cocktails, rotating food specials, and that familiar local vibe. Whether you’re looking for a date night, a family outing, or just one great plan to anchor your weekend, we’ve got you covered.🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    7 min

  8. JAN 29

    January 30-February 1

    Your St. Louis weekend rundown is here. This week, we’re in that cozy in-between moment as January fades into February. The city is still wintry, but things are starting to wake back up with indoor festivals, live music, food-focused events, and a few classic STL winter traditions. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice covers what’s happening across the city, from all-weekend events to live shows, brunch plans, and a few standout community happenings worth building your weekend around. This week’s highlights include: Art Inside Festival at Schlafly Tap RoomLoop Ice Carnival with ice sculptures and a drone showCajun Cook-Off at Anheuser-Busch Beer GardenThe Orchid Show opening at the Missouri Botanical GardenThe Wizard of Oz in Concert with the St. Louis Symphony OrchestraLive music, comedy, burlesque, and a Blues game at Enterprise CenterWhether you’re planning a full day out or just one solid plan to anchor your weekend, we’ve got you covered. 📲 Follow along on Instagram @stlbucketlist for the full lineup and weekly updates. 🎙️ This Week in St. Louis is presented by Hoffmann Brothers, proudly serving St. Louis for over 40 years. From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, they help keep homes running smoothly all year long.

    7 min
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For the past 6 years, our STL Bucket List Weekend Guide has helped thousands of people discover the best things to do in St. Louis every single Friday. From festivals and markets to concerts, sports, and the city's most iconic events, we’ve made it our mission to keep you connected to the culture.  Now, we’re bringing that same energy to a new format. This Week in St. Louis is our brand new weekly podcast hosted by Brice. Each episode is a quick 10-15 minute listen, dropping every Thursday, giving you everything you need to plan your weekend in the St. Louis. Stay in the know, support local, and experience the best of St. Louis, one event at a time.

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  • Creator
    Brice Bement
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 This Week in St. Louis
  • Show Website
    This Week in St. Louis

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