No state celebrates Mardi Gras harder than Missouri, and the St. Louis Mardi Gras is second only to New Orleans. The party begins on Twelfth Night in January and continues daily (and nightly) until the festivities culminate on Fat Tuesday.
Stop by Bailey's Chocolate Bar in St. Louis's Lafayette Square for a pleasant end to your evening. Bailey's specializes in dessert and drinks-and everything chocolate! Named Favorite Cocktails and Favorite Dessert List by Sauce Magazine, this bar offers every after meal item your heart could desire. Choose from a variety of brownies, cakes, cheesecakes, sundaes and créme brulees. Be sure to try their famous chocolate martinis!
Bring the kids out for fun-filled, hands-on learning experiences at The Magic House. Fun for kids and kids at heart, this old-fashioned Victorian house is home to a magical place where children can explore the worlds of music, science, and fantasy through exciting exhibits and attractions.