Once Upon A Valentine

Love takes center stage during this celebration on Main Street.  With an array of activities embracing both the adoration and the playful disdain for Valentine's Day traditions this micro festival blends history, fun, and spirited entertainment for locals and visitors alike.

FEEL THE LOVE (OR THE ICK)!

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Becca Wolf

Chanukah on Main Street St. Charles

The Chabad Jewish Center of St. Charles County presents the annual Chanukah on Main Street celebration. Come to Berthold Square Park on Main Street St. Charles for this free event on December 29th at 5:00 PM to join in the celebrations. Hundreds of people have participated in past events and now is…

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Christmas in Historic Missouri Wine Country

Santa is coming to Historic Missouri Wine Country to check children’s Christmas lists (and let’s be honest, try a few local wines too) before he heads back to the North Pole to prepare for Christmas. Aglow with twinkling lights, the towns of Defiance and Augusta are brimming with festive cheer. From…

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Warm Up with a Bowl of Soup in St. Charles, MO

Savor the season with a bowl of warm soup this winter in St. Charles. From creamy bisques to hearty chilies, local restaurants offer the perfect bowl to suit every mood. Whether you need to warm up after a day of shopping on Main Street or are simply craving a satisfying meal, Saint Charles has just…

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St. Charles, MO Winter Bucket List

Discover all of the fun things to do this winter in St. Charles. There are plenty of fun indoor and outdoor activities and festivals during the winter in St. Charles. See for yourself why St. Charles is the best Christmas town in Missouri with the 50th anniversary of Saint Charles Christmas…

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5 Reasons Why St. Charles is the Perfect Christmas Town

Our elves are decorating Main Street St. Charles in Christmas cheer to get ready for a busy upcoming Christmas season. Crisp pine greenery adorns shops and restaurants along picturesque, brick-paved Main Street in December. Enjoy a warm meal, do some Christmas shopping, and discover why Saint…

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Las Posadas St. Charles, MO

Celebrate a centuries old tradition along Historic Main Street in St. Charles. Every year since the mid-1970s, on the first Saturday in December at 6:30 PM, visitors and residents come to Main Street to celebrate Las Posadas (“the Inns”). One of the region's many traditions, this candle-lit…

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Christmas Lights in St. Charles, MO

Few things inspire the holiday spirit like twinkling Christmas lights. Get together with friends and family and experience enchanting drive-thru Christmas light displays, charming luminary-lit small towns, and the best neighborhood lights in all of St. Charles. Embark on a journey to see landscapes…

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"A Christmas Carol" Stroll St. Charles, MO

Travel to 1840s London without ever leaving St. Charles, Missouri. A Christmas Carol Stroll is held every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM during Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®. Over 30 characters make Historic Main Street their home and many of them are exclusive to just Wednesdays. As you…

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2024 St. Charles Gift Guide

Shop local this holiday season right here in St. Charles! Find the perfect stocking stuffer or gift for the special people in your life. Whether that’s your friends, family, or even your dog (they’re family too), St. Charles has just what you need. Here’s a list of over 30 unique local gifts in St…

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Art Classes at the Foundry Art Centre

The Foundry Art Centre is your one-stop-shop for art classes in St. Charles. In addition to being the home to exhibitions, performances, and a dozen artist studios, the Foundry offers several art classes that change seasonally. From adult to teen and even kids classes, the Foundry has something for…

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