FRIDAY
Best of Missouri Market
When: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 4-5
Where: Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Blvd.
How much: $18, $9 members and children 3-12, free for members’ children
More info: missouribotanicalgarden.org/events-classes/signature-events/best-of-missouri-market
One hundred and fifty-three vendors will be selling all sorts of locally and regionally made doodads, including crafts, native plants, herbs, jewelry, food, alcoholic products and more. Plenty of samples will be available for nibbling or sipping, too. By Daniel Neman
‘Vertigo’
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 3 (movie starts at 7 p.m.)
Where: Art Hill, 1 Fine Arts Dr. in Forest Park
How much: Free
More info: slam.org/event/2025-art-hill-film-series-vertigo
The Art Hill Film Series returns with one of the greatest movies ever made, Alfred Hitchcock’s masterpiece, “Vertigo.” Well, it’s one of his many masterpieces. In it, James Stewart stars as an ex-cop who develops an obsession with a woman he has been hired to follow. Neil Salsich performs live music from 5-7 p.m., and food and drinks will be available. By Daniel Neman
Anyone who has read or seen the film “Life of Pi” might be surprised that it is now a Tony Award–winning play that will be at the Fox from Oct…
Eureka Days
When: 5-10 p.m. Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Oct. 4, Noon-6 p.m. Oct. 5
Where: 333 Bald Hill Rd., Eureka
How much: Free
More info: eureka.mo.us/229/Eureka-Days
In Eureka, they know how to party. This year’s festival theme is Medieval Nights (Huzzah?), and they’ll be kicking back with fireworks (9 p.m. Oct. 4), carnival rides, a parade (11 a.m. Oct. 4), tournaments (kickball, knockerball, cornhole, chicken wing-eating), vendors, kids’ activities, a beer garden and lots of live music. By Daniel Neman
We have events for kids and for adults and everyone in between.
TK Pro Rodeo
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 3-4
Where: Arsenal BG Ballpark, 2301 Grizzlie Bear Blvd., Sauget
How much: $30-$45
More info: gatewaygrizzlies.com/Promotions/Rodeo
Oct. 3 is bull riding only, featuring the largest payout for a single bull riding event in the history of the International Professional Rodeo Association. Oct. 4 will be a full rodeo, featuring all eight standard events and competitors from the U.S., Canada, Australia and Brazil. By Daniel Neman
Édith Piaf is a renowned French singer and Racette is a Grammy-winning vocalist.
‘Bat Boy’
When: 8 p.m. through Oct. 25
Where: Marcelle Theater, 3310 Samuel Shepard Drive
How much: $35, $30 seniors, $25 students
More info: newlinetheatre.com
New Line Theatre is kicking off its 34th season with “Bat Boy,” a shocking rock musical about a half-boy, half bat that is discovered living in a cave. By Rosalind Early
‘The Minutes’
When: 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Oct. 2-18
Where: Stray Dog theater, 2336 Tennessee Ave.
How much: $30-$35
More info: straydogtheatre.org
Get a peek behind the scenes of small town politics in this comedy from Stray Dog Theatre. “The Minutes” by Tracy Letts (who also wrote “August: Osage County”) is about a city council meeting in Big Cherry where hypocrisy, greed and ambition carry the day. By Rosalind Early
Blood Brothers with Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia
When: 8 p.m. Oct. 3-4
Where: Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville
How much: $39-$44
More info: ovationtix.com
St. Louis native Mike Zito is headed back home to perform with Albert Castiglia for a night of blues. Back in April, the Blood Brothers performed a sold-out set at the Pageant, with accompaniment from actor and comedian Bill Murray. Since then, Zito has performed in St. Louis a few more times. In October, he crossed the river for a bluesy showdown at the Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville. The concert celebrates the release of the Blood Brothers’ new album, “Help Yourself.” By Jasmine Osby
Comedy takes over St. Louis in October with show from Adam Sandler, Nikki Glaser and Kathleen Madigan.
SATURDAY
Zootoberfest
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 4-5 and 11-12; 5-8 p.m. Oct. 10
Where: St. Louis Zoo, 1 Government Dr. in Forest Park
How much: Free
More info: stlzoo.org/events/zootoberfest
The Zoo takes on a German aspect with this annual event. Along with all the regular zoo stuff, they will have live music from German bands, some 50 kinds of beer (plus root beer for the children), German-themed food and activities for the kids. By Daniel Neman
Metro East Pride Fest
When: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: Veterans Memorial Fountain and East Main Street, Belleville
How much: Free
More info: metroeastpride.org/pride-fest
We don’t have much information about what is planned for this year’s festival, but we do know it will be hosted by Queen of Pride Ming Lee and King of Pride Tyson Cameron, and that there will be a high-heel drag race competition among area merchants. For that race, “over the top costuming is strongly encouraged.” By Daniel Neman
Chuseok Korean Harvest Festival
When: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: Half Moon Circle, Tower Grove Park, (west end, close to Kingshighway entrance)
How much: Free
More info: towergrovepark.org/calendar/2025/10/4/korean-harvest-festival
Celebrate the harvest Korean-style with food, traditional dance and drumming, games, hanboks (formal wear), a tae kwon do demonstration, vendors and, of course, K-pop. By Daniel Neman
MONDAY
After a yearlong stint in South Korea with her husband, Michelle Zauner and Japanese Breakfast is back out on the road.
Japanese Breakfast ‘The Melancholy Tour’ with Spelling
When: 8 p.m. Oct. 6
Where: The Pageant, 6133 Delmar Blvd.
How much: $55.95-$80.95
More info: ticketmaster.com
After releasing their fourth studio album, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women),” indie-pop band Japanese Breakfast is bringing the autumn vibes to the Pageant. The band formed in Philadelphia in 2013 as a side project for vocalist and songwriter Michelle Zauner. Over a decade later, Japanese Breakfast is a two-time Grammy-nominated ensemble with a Billboard charting album. Expect to hear songs from the new album and fan favorites like “Be Sweet” and “Paprika.” By Jasmine Osby
TUESDAY
Baseball Legends Born and Made in the Gateway City
When: 11 am. Oct. 7
Where: Lee Auditorium, Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Blvd.
How much: Free
More info: mohistory.org/events/baseball-legends
Baseball historian Ed Wheatley will give a talk about what may be St. Louis’ favorite topic: Its beloved baseball players, not only for the storied Cardinals but also for the somewhat less storied St. Louis Browns. Other than George Sisler, who is there? Eddie Gaedel? By Daniel Neman
Jimmy Webb
When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 7
Where: City Winery, 3730 Foundry Way Suite 158
How much: $55-$75
More info: citywinery.com/st-louis
Singer and songwriter Jimmy Webb is an underrated music legend. He won the Grammy Award for Song of the Year at 21 years old and remains the only artist to win a golden gramophone for music, lyrics and composing. He’s a Songwriters Hall of Fame member and has over 50 years of accolades and songs in his bag. The Oklahoma native brings hits like “Wichita Lineman” and “Galveston” to the City Winery stage. By Jasmine Osby
THURSDAY
Lorde
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 9
Where: Chaifetz Arena, 1 S. Compton Ave.
How much: Sold out
More info: ticketmaster.com
Lorde is headed to the Chaifetz Arena for a sold-out show full of pop hits. Her 2013 single “Royals” shot to the top of the charts, gaining Diamond certification and becoming an anthem for millennial music lovers. Lorde released her fourth studio album, “Virgin,” in June. Expect to hear new cuts and old favorites like “Ribs” and “Team.” By Jasmine Osby
‘Elsinore’
When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Oct. 9-19
Where: Greenfinch Theater and Dive, 2525 S. Jefferson Ave.
How much: $23-$37
More info: chorusoffools.org
Chorus of Fools tackles this “Hamlet” prequel about what was going on in Denmark before King Hamlet was killed and his son thoroughly botched the job of avenging him. David Nonemaker and Eric Satterfield, who run Chorus of Fools, also wrote the play. By Rosalind Early