Blues At The Arch | Downtown Summer Nights Movies & Music | New Lobby at America’s Center | Tour The Economy Museum & More
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News of the Week
America's Center Entrance Dedicated
This week, Explore St. Louis dedicated the new Dr. Donald M. Suggs Entry and Lobby at America’s Center Convention Complex, honoring the visionary publisher of The St. Louis American. The tribute celebrates Dr. Suggs’ lasting impact on journalism, health equity, education, and civic life in St. Louis and beyond.
"This expansion strengthens our ability to layer event activity, welcome more visitors, and grow the economic impact conventions bring to St. Louis," said Matthew Dewey, Senior Vice President and General Manager at America’s Center. "It’s a fresh new gateway to our city’s front porch for events. We are proud to name this entry and lobby for Dr. Donald M. Suggs." (downtownstl.org)
Free Concerts Continue in Kiener Plaza
Downtown Summer Nights expanded to Saturday evenings with free outdoor concerts featuring local favorites including Just In Time this weekend, Saturday, Aug. 2.
Upcoming acts include Dr. Zhivegas, Lydia Caesar, a Tina Turner Tribute featuring Laka, and more. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and family fun from 5–8 p.m., in the heart of Downtown St. Louis every Thursday and Saturday. (stlsummernights.com)
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Cool Weather Returns for Downtown Summer Nights at Kiener Plaza: "When you think about a successful Downtown, there are events happening every single day out in parks, out in plazas." (KTVI/Fox 2)
CITY Sprint 5K Race Will Weave Through Downtown: "St. Louisans will enjoy a morning focused on health and wellness and create lasting memories by uniquely crossing the finish line inside the Energizer Park, looking over the pitch. We are looking forward to showcasing our beautiful, connected campus in Downtown West." (St. Louis CITY SC)
16 Things To Do Around St. Louis This August: "Back for its second year, Downtown Summer Nights continues in August, bringing movies, live music, food and drinks to Kiener Plaza." (Sauce Magazine)
Make plans to visit Gateway Arch National Park August 8–10 to celebrate ten years of rhythm, soul, and St. Louis. Gateway Arch Park Foundation's Blues at the Arch is a free festival, and features live performances by blues legends, local eats, and family-friendly fun.
Kids of all ages can dive into hands-on music at a special Kids Korner—made possible by the Mary Ranken Jordan and Ettie A. Jordan Charitable Foundation—which offers a musical “petting zoo,” coloring stations, yard games, interactive sports, and more. (downtownstl.org)
Downtown Walking Happy Hour Tickets on Sale
An event series designed to celebrate the magic of Downtown St. Louis, Tours & Pours returns Thursday, Aug. 14. Immerse yourself in a walking tour happy hour event to learn more about Downtown‘s rich architectural history, world-class restaurants, and more. Guests will receive the meet-up location after reserving tickets. Must be 21+ to attend. (downtownstl.org)
Economy Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Just steps from the Gateway Arch, the Economy Museum inside the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is a hands-on experience where visitors of all ages can explore how money works, lift a real gold bar, and even see a million dollars up close. Through fun, interactive exhibits, guests discover how everyday choices shape the economy. And everyone leaves with a bag of shredded cash! ▶️ Peek inside the free museum.
