June’s arrival officially kicks off summer and the events happening this month around St. Louis are embracing the warmer weather and relaxed summer vibes. This month you can sip on rosé poolside, sample bourbons, brews or margaritas at area festivals, treat dad to a special brunch, hit up the annual Central West End Cocktail Party, chill with friends at Sauce’s Food Truck Friday event and a lot more.
Pool Party Season
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton has announced the return of its annual Au Soleil summer pool programming running throughout the summer. Taking inspiration from a French expression meaning “in the sun,” Au Soleil celebrates the warm weather season with thoughtfully curated events and partnerships, inspired by sun-drenched summer destinations. In this spirit, the hotel will open its pool deck on select days and times to the public. Ticketed guests can enjoy live music and a rosé and lemonade cocktail menu alongside petite bites from the property’s French-inspired restaurant, Café la Vie. Tickets are available online.
Now through summer – Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton,7730 Bonhomme Ave., St. Louis, eventbrite.com Credit: photo courtesy of Le Meridien St. Louis ClaytonSt. Louis Bourbon and Brews Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of bold sips, big flavors and non-stop vibes at the St. Louis Bourbon & Brews Festival, returning for its fourth year at the scenic Frankie Martin’s Garden in the heart of Cottleville. Guests of the ticketed event will enjoy live music, and an opportunity to explore hundreds of tastings from bourbon, whiskey and craft beer to seltzers and cocktails, as well as food to purchase from a variety of food trucks. Tickets are available online.
June 7 – noon to 3 p.m., Frankie Martin’s Garden, 5372 St. Charles St., Cottleville, frankiemartinsgarden.com Credit: photo courtesy of Bourbon and Brews FestivalSauce Food Truck Friday
Head to Tower Grove Park for Sauce’s Food Truck Friday event. Find over 20 food trucks with varying cuisines, dessert and drink offerings. Be sure to bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket so you can stick around and listen to live music performed by The Blue Sparks on June 13 and Tommy Halloran on June 27.
June 13 & 27 – 4 to 8 p.m., Tower Grove Park, saucefoodtruckfriday.com Credit: photo by Sauce MagazinePop Stars! Pride Prom
Don your finest formal prom attire or looks inspired by 21c’s current exhibition, “Pop Stars! Popular Culture and Contemporary Art,” and come to 21c Museum Hotel prepared to dance the evening away at Pop Stars! Pride Prom. Groove to tunes by DJ Jillian, sip on art-inspired signature cocktails featuring spirits from sponsors 1220 Spirits and Bacardi, or an after hours espresso martini prepared by Good Press café and enjoy Pop Stars! themed drag performances. Tickets are available online.
June 13 – 7 to 11 p.m., 21c Museum Hotel, 1528 Locust St., St. Louis, 21cmuseumhotels.com/st-louis/ Credit: photo courtesy of 21c Museum Hotel St. LouisCWE Cocktail Party
Each year, the Central West End celebrates the neighborhood’s history in style with a cocktail party. The event draws thousands of people to the streets of the CWE for a fun-filled evening of music, dancing and celebration. Guests of the free event will enjoy live music, as well as aerial performances, dancing, fire dancers and unicyclists, plus a spirited cocktail competition featuring Sauce Magazine executive editor Lauren Healey as judge and delicious food and drinks available for purchase from participating CWE bars and restaurants.
June 14 – 5 to 10 p.m., Euclid Avenue between McPherson Avenue and Maryland Plaza, St. Louis,
cwescene.com/cwe-cocktail-party-2/ Credit: photo courtesy of Central West End SceneSoulard Boozy Brunch Crawl
Stroll through some of the best restaurants and bars in the historic Soulard area for their tasty brunch bites, mimosas, unique brunch shots and bloody mary specials. Round out the day by dancing to music by live DJs at the official after party. Tickets are available online.
June 14 – noon to 5 p.m., 1006 Sidney St., St Louis, barcrawlusa.com Credit: photo courtesy of UnsplashDad’s Day Brunch & Live Music
Das Bevo is hosting a biergarten barbecue brunch in honor of Father’s Day. No reservations are necessary to join in on this fun, casual afternoon filled with delicious food, beer, cocktails and live music from Kevin Buckley. Food service is from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and the music kicks off at 11 a.m.
June 15 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Das Bevo, 4749 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, dasbevo.com Credit: photo courtesy of Das BevoGrand Bistro Credit: photo by Salem PrestienAdult Summer Camp
Relive your favorite summer camp memories at Adult Summer Camp at Lodge & Leisure on Mt. Midtown. From June 11 to 28, there will be different themed nights and activities to satisfy every happy camper at this interactive pop-up. Campers will earn badges, tell stories by the campfire and even meet the legendary “Camper of Honor” Ozzie Smith. Find the full schedule and pricing online.
June 11 to 28 – Work & Leisure, 3015 Locust St., St. Louis, workandleisurestl.com Credit: photo courtesy of Work & LeisureSTC BBQ Festival
Head to the New Town community in St. Charles for the first annual STC BBQ Festival. This full day event will feature live music, loads of vendors and great barbecue, with prizes awarded for the best barbecue. The event is open to the whole family and admission is free.
June 28 – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Amphitheater, New Town at St. Charles, stcharlescitymo.gov Credit: photo courtesy of UnsplashPunk Rock Pig Roast
This free, family-friendly event at South Broadway Athletic Club features live bands, barbecue, vegan options and drinks. Enjoy music from eight different bands on the outdoor stage, including performances by The Haddonfields, Stay Sane, The Disappeared and Haunted Hers.
June 21 – noon to 11 p.m., 2301 S. Seventh St., St. Louis, sbacstl.org Credit: photo courtesy of Punk Rock Pig RoastThe St. Louis Margarita Festival
Margarita lovers will flock to Cottleville’s food truck destination, Frankie Martin’s Garden, for The St. Louis Margarita Festival. Ticket holders will get 10 samples and will cast their vote for the best margarita in St. Louis. There will also be music all day and street food vendors throughout the festival. Tickets are available online.
June 28 – noon to 6 p.m., Frankie Martin’s Garden, 5372 St. Charles St., Cottleville, frankiemartinsgarden.com Credit: photo courtesy of Unsplash
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