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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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St. Charles is host to a variety of impressive art galleries. From large community art centers to local artist galleries, you will find art that will make you go “oooo” and “ahhh” no matter where you look. Find (or make) your next masterpiece at these Saint Charles art galleries. ART GLASS ARRAY…
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Spring has sprung and Easter is on its way in St. Charles. Shops on Main Street are adorned with pastel-covered décor, flowers are sprouting in Frontier Park, and local businesses are getting ready to celebrate Easter. Take the family to a delicious Easter brunch, the kids to an Easter egg hunt, and…
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Get your green thumb ready for planting this spring! Whether you’re looking to spruce up your landscaping, add a pop of color to your yard, or liven up your living space with an indoor plant, St. Charles has a variety of plant shops and greenhouses for you to find exactly what you need. Explore the…
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One of nature’s greatest spectacles is appearing in the sky over Missouri this spring. On April 8 th , a solar eclipse passes over North America and St. Charles is set to experience 98.3% total darkness. This is the last solar eclipse over the contiguous United States for the next 20 years, so grab…
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