Heard Around Downtown

⚜️  “Could the Arch grounds expand into Illinois?”

🤩  “There's a Superman Drone Show!”

🎤  “Jordin Sparks is a headliner.”
🍔  “The Wednesday food truck lineup is solid.”

🍌️  “Savannah Bananas at Busch? Let’s go!”

News of the Week

Arch Project Delivers Major Payoff for St. Louis

What began as a plan to better connect the Arch to the city has become a lasting force for tourism, civic pride, and economic momentum. A new study shows the CityArchRiver Project generated nearly $600 million in regional economic impact in 2024 alone — proof that investing in the Arch, riverfront, and Downtown St. Louis is key to driving regional growth. (Gateway Arch Park Foundation)

Thursday Parties Return to Kiener Plaza

Catch an outdoor movie or live music, and soak up the summer with friends — all in the shadow of the Arch at Downtown Summer Nights, every Thursday in Kiener Plaza, 5-8 p.m. The season ends with a special performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” in part of St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s Shakespeare in the Park tour across the region. Downtown Summer Nights are presented by Greater St. Louis, Inc. ▶️ What to expect this season. 

Movie Night: “Independence Day” 

July 3 

Live Music: Aida Ade 
July 10

Movie Night: “Frozen” 
July 17

Live Music: Mark Harris
July 24

Movie Night: “Mamma Mia!” 
July 31

See The Full Lineup: stlsummernights.com

A New Blue Note ▶️ Remixed. Remastered. Reborn.

Upcoming Events

Celebrate the 4th of July Downtown

There’s no better place in the region to kick off the holiday weekend than the St. Louis Riverfront. Celebrate St. Louis brings two nights of free concerts and fireworks to the heart of Downtown — all under the breathtaking backdrop of the Gateway Arch.  Performers include Steve Ewing and Gavin DeGraw, with fireworks at 9:40 p.m. Thursday, July 3, and Friday, July 4. (Celebrate St. Louis)

More Ways To Celebrate

Outdoor Movie: “Independence Day”
Thursday, July 3, 6 p.m.
Downtown Summer Nights

Arch Grounds Workout
Friday, July 4, 9 a.m.
1st Phorm x LJW x GORUCK

Rooftop Vibes Party
Friday, July 4, 6 p.m.
Hotel St. Louis

Electric Sky
Friday, July 4, 7 p.m.
City Museum

Fireworks Cruise
Friday, July 4, 7:30 p.m.
Buy Tickets

Arch Grounds Group Run
Sunday, July 6
STL Run Crew

Looking for more things to do? Explore an event calendar dedicated to Downtown St. Louis.

Best of Downtown Food

The Pitch

Nestled across from Energizer Park in St. Louis’ historic Union Station, The Pitch is Downtown’s premier soccer‑centric restaurant. With leather‑trimmed booths, walls lined with CITY SC and local soccer memorabilia, The Pitch is the place for soccer fans and foodies to unite. The must-try menu item? Frozen Irish coffee: the icy, slushy cocktail blends with espresso and Irish whiskey. ▶️  Peek inside 2 South 20th Street.  

You made it to the end! Reward yourself and sign up to be a Summer Nights VIP. Free drinks!