School might be starting again soon, and sure, work never seems to take a break, but summer isn’t over yet. August is full of foodie fun in St. Louis, from month-long specials to annual festivals. Whether you need good food, a fun evening or a packed weekend, we’ve got some of the best options below.
Yappy Hour
It’s National Dog Month, and Le Meridien in downtown Clayton is celebrating man’s best friend this August with a weekly Yappy Hour. Every Tuesday, the lobby will become an indoor dog-friendly destination where pups can mingle, enjoy special treats and celebrate the final weeks of summer. Tickets are available on Eventbrite for $15 per dog, and each Yappy Hour event is limited to seven dogs (so snag your tickets quick). Café la Vie’s full food and beverage menu available for purchase throughout the evening for the dog parents, and each ticket includes access to the Biscuit + Bone Bar, a special dog-friendly menu. New this year is Bark + Accessorize for a Cause. Guests who bring an item from the Brentwood APA’s wishlist can create a custom Au Soleil-inspired resort bandana for their dog using decorative accessories provided by the hotel.
Tuesdays in August – 5-7 p.m., Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton, 7730 Bonhomme Ave., Clayton, 314.863.0400, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/stlmy-le-meridien-st-louis-clayton/overview
Editor’s note: Culture + Cocktails was canceled after the publication of this article.
Culture + Cocktails
Start off a summer weekend enjoying culture and cocktails at the St. Louis Art Museum. Tickets are $85, or $75 for members, and include food, two libations and a tour, plus parking and gratuity. The cocktails are inspired by American craftsmanship, including Lisa’s Lemonade, made with Laird’s Applejack, America’s oldest commercially produced native spirit, and an Old-Fashioned featuring King’s County Bourbon. Steve Wood from Vintegrity will be available with a cash bar and non-alcoholic options. This Culture + Cocktails focuses on highlights from the American collection and the “Picturing Independence” exhibit. “Picturing Independence” marks America’s 250th anniversary with paintings, textiles, decorative arts and more. The exhibit spans the entirety of the country’s existence, from 18th century pieces to contemporary works. Tickets for Culture + Cocktails are available now on Resy.
Aug. 14 – 5-8 p.m., Saint Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Drive, St. Louis, 314.721.0072, slam.org
Blues at the Arch
Blues at the Arch returns for its 11th year with a weekend of free music celebrating St. Louis’ deep blues legacy and its influence across genres like rock, jazz and hip-hop. This year’s lineup includes the award-winning Toronzo Cannon, as well as Tullie Brae and the Soulard Blues Band, among many others across three days. The event will also feature a kids corner in partnership with The Magic House and the City Museum, STL-favorite food trucks and the new educational program “Exploring the BluesPrint.” On Aug. 14, Gateway Arch Park Foundation members at the Supporter level and above, along with a guest, can enjoy complimentary barbecue and drinks at the Blues Member & Sponsor Tent.
Aug. 14-16 – Gateway Arch National Park, 11 N. Fourth St., St. Louis, archpark.org/blues
Uhuru Bakery & Cafe Grand Opening
Uhuru Bakery & Cafe is coming to north St. Louis with a special grand opening on Aug. 15. The cafe will have samples of drinks, sweet pies, pizzas and cookies for guests, along with specialties for purchase, including Uhuru’s famous jerk sandwiches (chicken and vegan), vegan potato salad, sweet pies, pizza and more. The grand opening takes place during the weekend of Marcus Garvey’s 139th birthday, and Uhuru seeks to honor the international African leader by creating a community space that reflects his legacy of self-reliance, community development and economic power. Along with food, the opening will also feature presentations from Uhuru chairman Omali Yeshitela, Black Power Blueprint architect Ona Zené Yeshitela and many artists and poets including Makeda Baraka.
Aug. 15 – noon to 5 p.m., 3719 W. Florissant Ave., St. Louis, 800.578.5157, uhurupies.org
Sauce Food Truck Friday
Summer isn’t over yet, and neither is Food Truck Friday, with two events in August. Aug. 7 is a party with our friends at 4 Hands Brewing Co. They’re celebrating 10 years of the iconic City Wide, so they’ll be joining us for 20+ food trucks, live music and vendors at City Wide Night. On Aug. 21, we’ll have Cree Rider Band with special guest Phil Wright.
Aug. 21 – 4-8 p.m., Tower Grove Park, St. Louis, saucemagazine.com/food-truck-fridays-2026
Foodies Eat First Fest 2.2
Foodies Eat First Fest is back and better than ever. The event, pioneered by local digital storyteller and content creator Braden Tewolde, also known as @BradENSTL, began in 2025. The upcoming festival will feature an entirely new food menu, including familiar and new faces, and fun foodie experiences. The highly-anticipated participant list has been kept so well under-wraps that we’re watching the website for the details to drop just like everybody else, but we do know iconic venues like Katz’s Deli and local favorites such as Nicky Slices will be there. Tickets are now on sale; a portion of every ticket sold will be donated right back to the community. Last year, the festival supported tornado relief and The Trevor Project.
Aug. 22-23 – The Post Building, 900 N. Tucker, St. Louis, foodieseatfirst.com
Honeycrisp Weekend
One of the most beloved apple varieties goes quickly at Eckert’s, but they’ve got pick-your-own Honeycrisp apples for a full weekend at the Belleville and Grafton locations. Honeycrisps are known for their combination of crunch and juicy sweetness, perfect for baking, cooking or enjoying on their own. The apples are available only while the supply lasts, so get to the farm early to pick your own.
Aug. 28-30 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Eckert’s Belleville and Grafton Farms, 800.745.0513, eckerts.com
Festival of Nations
St. Louis’ annual international celebration is back, rain or shine, in Tower Grove Park. The festival, hosted by the International Institute, draws over 100,000 visitors each year and features cuisine from over 80 countries, plus live music, dancing, art and other cultural demonstrations from around the globe.
Aug. 29 – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Aug. 30 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tower Grove Park, St. Louis, festofnations.com
DD Mau
This summer, fast-casual Vietnamese favorite DD Mau is partnering with the community to bring their STL Neighborhood Banh Mi series. Every two weeks, DD Mau will feature a new banh mi inspired by an iconic St. Louis neighborhood. These sandwiches will highlight the unique character and flavors of a different neighborhood while staying rooted in Vietnamese culinary traditions. Aug. 10-22, the honor goes to Cherokee Street with the carne asada banh mi. Aug. 24-Sep. 5, DD Mau is partnering with Sister Cities Cajun to celebrate Soulard with a Cajun-inspired banh mi. Sandwiches will be available at both DD Mau locations.
Multiple locations, ddmaustl.com
Time for Dinner
This women-owned Brentwood locale specializes in making meal prep fun and simple. The store features a monthly menu of family-friendly meals, perfect for a busy workday or schoolnight. Shoppers can choose their own experience: assemble the meal alone or with a group to take home, pick up grab-and-go meals or order same-day delivery. The meals are frozen before cooking, giving families the ability to cook on their own schedule. Visit their website to view the August menu with everything from breakfast burritos to Korean BBQ pork and teriyaki bistro steak.
8506 Manchester Road, Brentwood, 314.968.8463, timefordinner.com
This article appears in August 2026.