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Things to do in St. Louis—May 22-26

🌟 This Weekend in St. Louis: Coming Together, Stronger Than Ever! 🌟

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Robert Scott
May 22, 2025

In the wake of the recent tornado, the spirit of St. Louis shines brighter than ever. From neighbors helping neighbors to community organizations rallying for relief, our city proves its strength lies in unity. This weekend, alongside the usual entertainment and festivities, you'll find meaningful ways to support those affected.

🔥 Featured Events

Credit: Punk Rock Flea Market

St. Louis Punk Rock Flea Market VI
Saturday, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM @ Tower Grove Park
This massive punk rock flea returns with 130+ vendors, 20+ bands, food trucks, curb stages, and the legendary Clownvis hosting. It’s the biggest one yet, and it’s free to attend!

Hush-Hush: A Speakeasy Soiree
Friday, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Saint Louis Art Museum
Dress in your best 1920s attire and follow the clues to a hidden speakeasy. Jazz, cocktails, vintage games, and more await inside this immersive mystery event.

Cherokee Caravan
Monday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM @ Cherokee Antique Row
This beloved Memorial Day tradition spans several blocks with antiques, local vendors, and festive fun along Historic Cherokee Street. Family-friendly and free!

STORMRULER at Blueberry Hill Duck Room
Friday, 7:00 PM @ Blueberry Hill
Black metal warriors STORMRULER return to STL alongside Direct Measure and more. Come for the music, stay for the mosh.

Neon Foam & Body-Paint Party
Friday, 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM @ Europe Night Club
Stuart Allen and STL Foam Parties bring you a night of glowing chaos with DJs, body paint, blacklights, and giant foam cannons. 18+ to enter.

🌪️ Tornado/Disaster Relief

Disaster Relief Supply Packing
Thursday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ 2105 McCausland Ave
Join Middle Tree Church in packing and distributing supplies to families impacted by the recent tornadoes. Come lend a hand.

DJ’s World Comedy Showcase for Tornado Relief
Thursday, 8:00 PM @ 1912 Cherokee St
Laugh for a cause with STL’s top comedians. All proceeds benefit the United Way of Greater St. Louis Tornado Relief Fund.

Technicolor Dreams Pop-Up Opening Night @ Hidden Gems
Thursday night, @ 3118 Locust
All proceeds from the colorful new concept’s opening night ticket sales will be donated to Uiited Way of St. Louis.

Credit: Mississippi Underground

Underground United @ Mississippi Underground
Friday, 9:00 PM - 3:00 AM @ 1441 N. 2nd St.
What was originally a planned birthday party for St. Louis’ best dance venue is now something so much more.

🎶 Live Music

Twilight Thursdays: Tribute to Frankie Beverly & Maze
Thursday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Missouri History Museum
Groove into the weekend with a soulful outdoor concert. Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy.

The String Cheese Incident
Thursday, 7:15 PM @ The Factory in Chesterfield
Beloved jam band returns to St. Louis for a night of high-energy improvisation and psychedelic grooves.

Steve Ewing Full Band
Saturday, 7:00 PM @ The Hideout
The former Urge frontman and STL favorite is back with his full band for a night of rock classics.

DJ Packie
Saturday, 9:00 PM @ Tim’s Chrome Bar
Hit the dance floor for a high-energy DJ set benefiting fire recovery efforts. Suggested $5 donation.

MWMP: HEALNG + ANGEL-MAKER + DOUR
Thursday, 7:30 PM @ Platypus
Midwest Metal Punks bring loud, heavy sets to Grove’s favorite alt venue. $10/$12 cover.

Daisychain + Friends at Atomic by Jamo
Thursday, 9:00 PM @ Atomic Lounge
Psychedelic blues-rock from Chicago plus STL favorites like Bruiser Queen and Kyoto Lo-Fi.

🎨 Markets & Pop-Ups

Riverside Flea Market – May
Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM @ Grafton, IL
A scenic riverside market filled with antiques, crafts, collectibles, and live patio music all weekend long.

Thursdays at Rockwell Beer Garden Farmers' Market
Thursday, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Francis Park
Food, beer, and produce in the park. What more do you need on a Thursday evening?

Sundays at the Boulevard Farmers' Market
Sunday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM @ The Boulevard
Over 30 vendors, live music, and brunchy bites. This weekly market is a staple for a reason.

🭚 Recurring Events

Sip & Stroll in Tower Grove Park
Friday, 4:00 PM @ The Music Stand, Tower Grove Park
Cocktails, samples, and non-alcoholic sips as you stroll through the park. Bar open until sunset.

Sunday Bingo!
Sunday, 3:00 PM @ Tim’s Chrome Bar
Free bingo, daubers provided, and prizes up for grabs. Bring your bingo-loving pals!

Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas & The Deal
Sunday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM @ Das Bevo Biergarten
Brunch with bottomless mimosas and a live set by The Deal. Starts at 10, music from 12–3.

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