Gateway Arch Celebrates 60th Birthday | Tours & Pours Returns Through Dec. 11 | Peek Inside National Blues Museum | Heard Around Downtown & More
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Gateway Arch Celebrates 60 Years
St. Louis’ most iconic landmark celebrated its 60th birthday this week. The Gateway Arch was officially completed on Oct. 28, 1965. Visit Missouri and Gateway Arch Park Foundation celebrated the milestone with a three-day celebration that included events, activities, special guests, a spectacular fireworks show — and even a gathering of the Arch’s original builders.
“The Arch isn't just a landmark—it's part of who we are,” said David Grove, president and CEO of Jefferson National Parks Association. (National Parks Traveler)
Winterfest Returns to Kiener Plaza
Celebrate the winter season in Downtown St. Louis! Gateway Arch Park Foundation's Winterfest is back for its 10th year, Nov. 22, 2025, through Jan. 11, 2026. The eight-week winter celebration centered in Kiener Plaza includes a 5K run, ice rink, heated igloos, and, on Saturdays, free DJ nights. (Gateway Arch Park Foundation)
Visit the Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit Through Nov. 2: Sneak Peak
Tours & Pours is Back Through Dec. 11
Curated walking tours throughout Downtown St. Louis, Tours & Pours are happy hour events designed to celebrate Downtown's rich architectural history and unique restaurants and bars. Meeting points and stops are revealed the day of the tour, and tickets include drinks and snacks along the way. Must be 21+ to attend. (downtownstl.org)
Located at 615 Washington Avenue in Downtown St. Louis, the National Blues Museum is dedicated to the cultural impact of the blues to our city and beyond. This STLMade attraction features chronological exhibits that will take visitors through the development of the genre and the influence it had on emerging music of the 20th century. In addition to the exhibits, the National Blues Museum holds live music events every week, inviting both avid fans and newcomers to experience the magic of the blues firsthand. (Take a peek inside).
