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ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI

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The Gateway Arch and the downtown skyline lit at dusk, with their reflections in the Mississippi River.

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About St. Louis

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Local planners in St. Louis

Why St. Louis

  • An easy airport run

    STL is about 14 miles northwest of downtown. MetroLink light rail serves the city. A local planner can match flights and transfers to where your team lands.

  • Venues for every headcount

    City Museum hosts 25 to 4,000 guests, and the UMB Champions Club seats up to 300. A local planner can match the space to your headcount.

  • A park full of venues

    Forest Park holds the Zoo, the Art Museum, the History Museum, the Muny and the Science Center. A local planner can combine them into one day.

St. Louis neighborhoods

  • Downtown St. Louis streets and buildings seen from the Gateway Arch overlook.

    Downtown St. Louis

    Central business district

    Large meetings and ballgames

    Downtown is the central business district and the hub of tourism and entertainment. It is the site of Busch Stadium, the Dome at America’s Center and Gateway Arch National Park.

  • A domed pavilion on an island in a lake in Forest Park.

    Forest Park

    Urban park

    Museums and outdoor days

    Forest Park opened in 1876 and hosted the Louisiana Purchase Exposition of 1904. It is home to the Zoo, the Art Museum, the History Museum, the Muny and the Science Center.

  • The front of the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, with its two towers and rose window.

    Central West End

    Neighborhood

    Dinners and evenings out

    The Central West End borders Forest Park. It is home to the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, which holds the second-largest collection of mosaics in the world.

  • The Clayton skyline rising above trees and neighborhoods.

    Clayton

    County seat

    Executive meetings

    Clayton is the county seat of Saint Louis County. It borders the west side of the independent city of Saint Louis.

  • Shops, parked cars and trolley tracks along Delmar Boulevard in the Loop.

    Delmar Loop

    Entertainment district

    Casual group nights

    The Delmar Loop is an entertainment, cultural and restaurant district in University City. It sits near Washington University and Forest Park.

  • Produce and shoppers under the roof of the Soulard Farmers Market.

    Soulard

    Historic neighborhood

    Market and dining stops

    Soulard is a historic neighborhood and home to the Soulard Farmers Market. The market is the oldest farmers market west of the Mississippi River.

  • The Park House, a brick building with a tower, in Lafayette Park.

    Lafayette Square

    Historic neighborhood

    Small group dinners

    Lafayette Square surrounds Lafayette Park, the city’s oldest public park. The park was created by local ordinance in 1836.

Group experiences

  • The field and seating at Busch Stadium, with the downtown skyline and the Gateway Arch beyond.

    Busch Stadium

    Downtown St. Louis

    The UMB Champions Club seats up to 300 and holds 500 for a cocktail reception. A presentation setup holds 150. It is available on non-game days year-round.

  • A stone wall of the Saint Louis Art Museum beside a lawn in Forest Park.

    Saint Louis Art Museum

    Forest Park

    Sculpture Hall covers 7,500 square feet. It holds 400 for a cocktail reception, seats 250, or seats 240 at a buffet. Events start after 6:00 PM every day except Friday.

  • A footbridge over a pond in the Japanese garden at the Missouri Botanical Garden.

    Missouri Botanical Garden

    Central West End

    The Bayer Event Center holds up to 450 for a cocktail reception. Spink Pavilion holds up to 150. A local planner can check dates.

  • The rooftop Ferris wheel at City Museum, with the downtown skyline behind it.

    City Museum

    Downtown St. Louis

    Event spaces hold 25 to 4,000 guests. Architecture Hall seats 300 or holds 400 standing. The Vault Room seats 200 or holds 300 standing.

  • An aerial view of the Saint Louis Science Center and its domed planetarium.

    Saint Louis Science Center

    Forest Park

    Seven venues host 10 to 2,000 guests. The McDonnell Planetarium lobby and StarBay Theater seat 300 or hold 800 standing. A local planner can check dates.

  • The historic carousel at the Saint Louis Zoo.

    Saint Louis Zoo

    Forest Park

    The Living World covers 9,000 square feet. It seats up to 280 or holds 500 for cocktails. Events run 6:30 PM to 12:30 AM, seven days a week.

  • The interior of the Dome at America’s Center, with a football field and full stands.

    America’s Center

    Downtown St. Louis

    Six contiguous exhibit halls total 412,000 square feet. The Dome seats 67,224. A local planner can check dates.

Getting there

St. Louis Lambert International (STL) is about 14 miles northwest of downtown. MetroLink light rail serves the city. The Gateway Multimodal Transportation Center links MetroLink, bus and Amtrak service.

Venue types

  • Private dining rooms
  • Convention halls
  • Museums and cultural venues
  • Stadiums and ballparks
  • Gardens and park venues
  • Science and family venues

Seasons and dates to check

  • Spring and fall

    Milder seasons between the extremes.

  • Winter

    Chilly to cold, with snow in some years.

  • July and August

    Hot and humid, with a July average high of about 90°F.

  • Soulard Mardi Gras Grand Parade February 6, 2027
  • Cardinals home opener April 1, 2027

Summers are hot and humid, with a July average daytime high of about 90°F. Winters are chilly to cold. Thunderstorms occur on about 48 days a year.

Big weekends can tighten hotel supply. Check your dates early.

Event formats

Sample program shapes

  • One-day kickoff plus an evening out

    Day program

    1. Clayton working session
    2. City Museum reception
    3. Soulard dinner

  • Two-night leadership retreat

    2 nights

    1. Central West End working session
    2. Forest Park morning
    3. Lafayette Square dinner

  • Incentive weekend

    2 nights

    1. Busch Stadium reception
    2. Missouri Botanical Garden evening
    3. Delmar Loop night out

  • Made for your team

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How it works

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FAQ

How fast do we hear back?

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When is the best time for a company event in St. Louis?

Summers are hot and humid, with a July average high of about 90°F. Winters are chilly to cold.

What if the matched planner is not the right fit?

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Can a group book places like the Zoo or the Art Museum?

Both publish private event options. A local planner can check availability for your date.

How do I get quotes from St. Louis planners?

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Last checked October 30, 2026

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