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Bike Rentals Now Open on the Riverfront

Big Muddy Adventures now offers bike rentals at the bottom of the Gateway Arch’s Grand Staircase. Renters can cruise the St. Louis riverfront, explore Downtown, or the 5 miles of paved trails within Gateway Arch National Park. Rates begin at $15, and helmets are included with rentals. (Big Muddy Adventures)

Driving Tech Innovation: Meet Jesse Winters

With roots deep in the city’s core, T-REX is more than a startup incubator — it’s a driver of Downtown vibrancy and economic growth. T-REX President and CEO Jesse Winters is on deck to lead the nonprofit startup hub into its next chapter, expanding support for founders, advancing geospatial innovation, and more. (STL Made)

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Katie's Frozen Pizza Goes Nationwide: Beginning this week, your favorite pizza from Downtown’s Ballpark Village will be sold in all 1,800 Target stores nationwide. (St. Louis Magazine)

Amaizing Arepa Bar Bursts With Venezuelan Flavor, Culture: KMOX host Scott Jagow stopped by Amaizing Arepa Bar to chat with co-owner Mayra Pacheco about the restaurant’s Venezuelan flavors, vibrant atmosphere, and what’s coming up next. (KMOX)

Olympic Medalist Jason Brown Visits St. Louis Ahead of 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships: "Even just driving around St. Louis and seeing the Arch, I was just like, ‘Oh my gosh,’ just dreaming about January and coming back here to compete at the U.S. Championships." (KTVI/Fox 2)

Mid-Day Break: Meet Me in Kiener Plaza

Dance Downtown with Yes Honey

Move, groove, and let loose at a free outdoor dance class led by Yes Honey Studio in Kiener Plaza, Saturday, Sept. 20 at 8 a.m. Bring your energy and friends — Downtown’s new fitness series is all about bringing people together for free events in the heart of St. Louis. (downtownstl.org)

Boom Boom Room: Check Out This Gem

Dine Downtown: BLT's (Breakfast, Lunch & Tacos)

Located near America's Center in a 150-year-old historic event space, BLT's serves Breakfast, Lunch, and Tacos, plus stacked sandwiches, fresh salads, and unique STLMade favorites. Whether you are looking for a new lunch spot, powering through back-to-school season, or gathering for brunch with friends, BLT's offers fast-casual dining and space for private events. (Peek inside 626 North 6th Street)

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