The Fourth of July is almost here! Here in St. Charles, we go big for the Fourth. Join us for a parade, live music, vendors, a carnival, and much more- there's fun for the whole family! There will even be two nights of fireworks in St. Charles. Here's what you can expect. The Festivities will…
Take a seat, grab a napkin, and get ready to enjoy some top-notch barbecue in St. Charles. Fire up your appetite and savor the taste of barbecue staples such as brisket, smoked wings, and pulled pork at these must-visit BBQ joints in town. Many serve St. Louis-style barbecue that has a tomato-based…
Get your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and appetites ready for food truck season in St. Charles. The City of St. Charles Parks & Recreation department is bringing food trucks and live music to local parks throughout the summer. Eat delicious local food and dance to some live tunes on beautiful…
If your idea of the perfect weekend getaway includes a walk in the woods, fishing, foraging, hunting, or other outdoor activities, check out the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area, located just a short drive from the heart of St. Charles. Fisherman’s Bliss With more than 30 lakes, both…
Being a mom is a full-time job that requires dedication around the clock, every day of the year. Thank the moms in your life for all of their hard work this Mother’s Day with a trip to St. Charles. Check out the list below for suggestions on how to create a fun, memorable day that she’ll cherish…
You know the saying when life gives you lemons…but what about when life gives you limes? You make margaritas! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in St. Charles with a refreshing margarita (or two or three) from a local bar or restaurant. Explore the list below of the best places to get a margarita in town…
Kick up your feet and have a refreshing brew at St. Charles’ microbreweries. Explore the vibrant world of local craft beer on the unofficial Ale Trail of St. Charles where beer enthusiasts and casual-pub goers alike will enjoy the blend of charm and taste that these microbreweries bring to town. So…
A Main Street Masterclass in Bread Good bread is hard to find. Fresh bread is even harder to find. Good fresh sourdough bread is almost impossible to find. Good fresh sourdough bread that can be purchased straight out of the oven or at a grocer near you, unheard of…but not if you’re in St. Charles…
Discover the sound of Main Street as a rotating line-up of guest musicians provide the perfect soundtrack for a stroll through St. Charles historic district at History in Harmony. Nestled throughout the area’s quaint scenery, these miniature concerts will set the mood as you enjoy Saint Charles’…
Celebrate St. Charles’ Sister Cities this spring at Midwest Maifest and the Missouri River Irish Fest. These festivals raise money for their respective Sister City’s student and adult exchange programs. St. Charles currently has two Sister Cities: Ludwigsburg, Germany and Inishowen, Ireland and…