Celebrate Saint Louis Named One Of America's Best Fireworks Shows
Downtown St. Louis is one of the top 10 places in the country to watch fireworks, according to the 2025 USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards. This year’s celebration features two nights of free live music, a Superman drone show, and a dazzling fireworks finale over the Mississippi River and Gateway Arch. (Celebrate St. Louis)
Designed in Downtown St. Louis: Iconic Family Experiences Across America
PGAV Destinations, based in the heart of Downtown St. Louis, is the creative powerhouse behind some of America’s most unforgettable family attractions — including the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station and the Cardinals Hall of Fame & Museum in Ballpark Village.
PGAV’s reach goes far beyond the St. Louis region. The firm is behind world-class destinations like SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, Ferrari Land, Busch Gardens, and more — all imagined and designed in Downtown St. Louis.
“We’re among the best in the world at what we do,” said PGAV chairman and principal Mike Konzen. “I’m not kidding you when I say that. I think it’s important to say because I want people to know that such organizations exist here. I think it’s really important that people become more aware, as a matter of civic pride… Downtown’s full of amazing businesses that do amazing things, and we are part of that.” (St. Louis Magazine)
St. Louis Celebrates The Awe Of Gateway Arch On Arch 630 Day:"The celebration is named after the Arch’s unique dimensions: 630 feet tall and 630 feet wide, a feat of engineering and design that continues to awe visitors from around the world." (5 On Your Side/KSDK) New Cocktail Bar The Moniker Is Open, Adding To Downtown St. Louis' Growing buzz:"The Moniker is more than a place to eat and drink. It’s a key piece in the puzzle of downtown’s revival, meant to exemplify the neighborhood as an uplifting destination." (Feast Magazine)
St. Louis Is More Productive Than Peers. Freight Is A Big Reason Why:“A report released during FreightWeekSTL highlights more than $3 billion in investment that is adding almost 2,000 new jobs and helping to support the retention of hundreds more in the region.” (St. Louis Business Journal)
Where To Eat And Drink In St. Louis For The Fourth Of July:Downtown restaurants including Salt + Smoke, Sugarfire Smokehouse, and Three Sixty made St. Louis Magazine’s list of where to eat this holiday weekend. Three Sixty’s menu includes smoked mac and cheese, BBQ pulled pork on pizza — and a prime view of Downtown fireworks displays. (St. Louis Magazine)
Local Expertise Makes St. Louis The Place To Be: “Two local health-related startups, each scored an additional $100,000 “Growth Grant” from the nonprofit Arch Grants, whose annual competition funds new companies that are well-positioned to grow locally.” (St. Louis Magazine)
Watch “Independence Day” as the sun sets in Ballpark Village Thursday, July 3, then join Greater St. Louis, Inc. and The Muny for more free outdoor movies and live music, Thursdays in Kiener Plaza all summer. Watch a preview of Downtown Summer Nights via 5 On Your Side/KSDK.
Downtown St. Louis is home to a vibrant, art-deco bowling lounge experience — Flamingo Bowl on Washington Avenue. Whether you're hitting the lanes or just enjoying late-night snacks, Flamingo Bowl is the perfect spot for year-round fun. With stylish private event spaces, lounge areas, and premium catering, it's also one of the region’s go-to venues for special events. (downtownstl.org)
