Missouri has live shows for every age and budget, from free Shakespeare in the park to Branson’s big music and horse shows. Below are the family-friendly theaters and shows worth planning around, with what each one is best for, when it runs and how to save. Details were checked in October 2026. Shows, schedules and…
Missouri has three big amusement parks: Silver Dollar City in Branson, Worlds of Fun in Kansas City and the park near St. Louis that families have known for decades as Six Flags. There are also smaller ride parks for younger kids and rainy days. Here’s what each one is best for, when it’s open during…
The best history stops for kids are the ones where they can see where Pony Express riders saddled up, hunt for bullet holes or stand in the room where a favorite book was written. Missouri has plenty of them, from Mark Twain’s Hannibal to Civil War battlefields in the Ozarks. Here are 11 historic sites…
Missouri’s public gardens are some of the easiest family outings in the state: lots of room to walk, flowers that change every few weeks, and several spots that are free. Spring is the best time to go, but most of these gardens are worth a visit from March through October. Here are seven gardens and…
Missouri has two big-city zoos, a strong small zoo in Springfield, a huge wildlife museum and aquarium, and several places where kids can see eagles, wolves or bison up close. Some of the best are free. Here are ten zoos, aquariums and wildlife parks around the state, what each one is best for, and what…
Missouri has big-league baseball, football, hockey and two pro soccer teams, plus minor league and summer teams where tickets cost less and kids can get closer to the action. Below are the best family-friendly games around the state, the kid perks each team offers and what to know before you buy tickets. Details were checked…