Things to do in St. Louis this weekend, Nov. 12 to 15
Women Impressionists, free on Friday at SLAM
By Lou P. and the St. Louis Loop editors. Thursday, November 12, 2026
The art museum opens Women Impressionists and the Land for Free Fridays. Flyover Comedy Festival brings Roy Wood Jr. to the Pageant, and Kamasi Washington plays City Winery on Sunday. In between there's a craft sale, a library architecture tour and a neighborhood cleanup in Penrose.
IF YOU ONLY DO ONE THING
Free Fridays, Women Impressionists and the Land
Free Fridays at the Saint Louis Art Museum puts Women Impressionists and the Land in front of you on Nov. 13.
Women Impressionists and the Land looks at the outdoor scenes painted by Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Marie Bracquemond and Blanche Hoschédé-Monet. Free tickets can be reserved at the museum's welcome desks, and last entry is 8 pm.
Friday · Saint Louis Art Museum, One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park, St. Louis, MO, 63110-1380
FREE THIS WEEKENDcosts nothing
Central Library Architectural Tours
Saturday at 12 pm; also 1 pm
Central
A guided look at Central Library, a Cass Gilbert design finished in 1912 that fills a full city block. It's a chance to see some of the country's finest Beaux-Arts and Neo-Classical architecture. All ages are welcome.
Where Rivers Meet: An Exploration of the Intersection of Native American Music and Classical Music
Saturday at 2 pm
Schlafly Library
The Gateway Festival Chamber Ensemble and guests play music that celebrates Native American influence on the classical repertoire and explores how the two traditions relate. A one-hour afternoon performance in the Schlafly Library auditorium.
WITH KIDSbring them
Play Date: Tiny Worlds, Big Stories
Saturday at 10 am
Contemporary Art Museum, 3750 Washington Blvd, St. Louis, MO
CAM's free monthly family morning mixes hands-on art making with music and dance performances that get everyone moving. Activities are designed for ages 2 to 7, though all ages and abilities are welcome. Registration is encouraged.
Kids Challenge Room: At the Racetrack
Saturday at 10 am
Schlafly Library
A drop-in obstacle course themed as derby day: gallop, canter and leap your way to a blue ribbon while racing the clock. Ideal for ages 5 to 10. Expect some bright colors and loud noises.
THE WEIRD ONE with Lou P.
Scams, Misinformation, & AI Slop: Signs Someone Is Trying to Pull a Fast One
Kirkwood Public Library will spend Sunday afternoon teaching you the signs of AI slop.
Sunday at 2 pm · Kirkwood Public Library, 140 E. Jefferson Ave., Kirkwood, MO, 63122
OUTSIDEfresh air
Blitz Clean-up & Beautification: Penrose Neighborhood
Sunday at 9 am
A two-hour pre-holiday neighborhood clean-up in Penrose, organized by STL Clean. Volunteers can sign up by emailing STLCLEANLLC@GMAIL.COM or calling (314) 265-9572.
DATE NIGHTfor two
Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen
Saturday at 8 pm
Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries, 3648 Washington Blvd, St. Louis, MO
Grammy winner Jon Cleary brings his all-star big band, the Absolute Monster Gentlemen, with the New Orleans sound he's helped shape for thirty-five years. The band recorded beloved songs and new favorites live in his Bywater home studio.
STAGED: New Works in Contemporary and Experimental Dance
Friday at 7:30 pm; also Sat 2 pm, Sat 7:30 pm
The Grandel Theatre, 3610 Grandel Square, St. Louis, MO
Seven local choreographers, including Abigail Hinrichs, Dawn Karlovsky and Xi Zhao, present St. Louis premieres of contemporary and experimental dance. Original sound-scores by local musician Tory Starbuck accompany the work.
BRING A TOTEmarkets and sales
Craft Alliance Student & Faculty Sale
Saturday to Nov. 22
Shop one-of-a-kind pottery, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts and more made by Craft Alliance students and faculty. The Craft Alliance Shop is open for the final time during the sale, so it's a last chance to browse.
BIG SHOWSyou've heard of these
- SAT 7 PMFlyover Comedy Festival 2026 Presents: Roy Wood Jr., The Pageant
- SUN 5 PM; ALSO 8:30 PMAmi Taf Ra & Kamasi Washington presenting The Prophet & The Madman, City Winery St. Louis
- SUN 8 PMThe Afghan Whigs, Delmar Hall
PLAN AHEAD
WHAT DID WE MISS?
We do our best to read every calendar in St. Louis, and we still miss good stuff. The church supper, the band at the corner bar, the block party your neighbor is throwing. If you know about something, tell us. Just write hello@loopcities.com. We read every note.
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