Your Memorial Day weekend rundown is here! Summer energy has officially arrived in STL. Patios are packed, festivals are taking over the city, and Memorial Day Weekend feels like the unofficial kickoff to summer around St. Louis. From cultural festivals and outdoor events to sports, concerts, nightlife, local shopping, and family-friendly activities, there’s something happening all across the city this holiday weekend. In this episode of This Week in St. Louis, Brice breaks down everything happening around town — whether you’re planning a full weekend out, looking for something family-friendly, catching a show, or just trying to get outside and enjoy the holiday weekend. This week’s highlights include: • Rollin’ on the River at Gateway Arch National Park with a pop-up roller rink, live music, food trucks, vendors, and riverfront views. • The St. Louis County Greek Festival at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church featuring authentic food, pastries, music, dancing, church tours, and cultural experiences. • The 35th Annual St. Louis African Arts Festival in Forest Park with performances, art, fashion, vendors, jewelry, and food. • The Punk Rock Flea Market in Tower Grove Park with vintage finds, local artists, collectibles, live music, and food vendors. • The first-ever Asian Festival STL at 370 Lakeside Park celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with food, performances, arts and crafts, and community vendors. • Cherokee Caravan bringing antiques, art vendors, vintage finds, and local makers to Cherokee Street. • STL CITY SC taking on Austin FC at Energizer Park plus the Louligan Street Party and postgame celebrations downtown. • Route 66 Rockabilly Reunion at World Wide Technology Raceway featuring nostalgia drag racing, classic cars, hot rods, and throwback racing vibes. • MJ The Musical at The Fabulous Fox and comedy shows from George Lopez at City Winery St. Louis. • Bugs Bunny at the Symphony, Phil Wickham at Chaifetz Arena, and Latin Night at AVA Garden Bar. • National Park Service Fee Free Day at Gateway Arch National Park and the Levitt VIBE STL Music Series along the Delmar corridor. This Week’s Flavors of the Lou Burger Edition: • Olive + Oak • Bolyard’s Meat & Provisions • Bougie Bites Spot of the Week Kentzo Coffee has officially opened its second location in O’Fallon after spending the last five years building its small-batch roasting program and opening its first brick-and-mortar café in Maplewood last summer. Known for local products, specialty weekly lattes, and a strong food selection, it’s the newest spot to add to your weekend list. Whether you’re heading to a festival, catching CITY SC, spending time in Forest Park, checking out live music, or just finding your next great meal, Memorial Day weekend is packed with ways to get out and explore STL. Tag @STLBucketList if you check anything out — we love seeing your adventures. 💛 🎙️ Presented by Hoffmann Brothers 🔔 New episodes every week 🎙️ 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.
