Enjoy a day of family-friendly programs throughout the Grand Center Arts District. This summer, the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis, the Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Galleries, and the Pulitzer Arts Foundation will be transforming part of Washington Boulevard for a full day of family fun. The event will include a free barbecue, instrument making, and a showcase of musicians and dancers. The Block Party will also feature Drift Field, an interactive art installation on the grass lot across from the Pulitzer, led by St. Louis artists Sage Dawson and Meghan Grubb.

10am–2pm
Instrument activity in front of The Sheldon by the SOLID Music Project
Drift Field, an interactive art installation by Sage Dawson and Meghan Grubb, opens on the grass lot across from the Pulitzer

10–11am
DJ set by 18andCounting

10:30am–1:30pm
Interactive bubble-making magic with the Bubble Bus

10:30am–2pm
Free BBQ by Ruff’s Catering

11am–1pm
Live performance showcase featuring HEAL Center for the Arts jazz ensembles

12–2pm
St. Louis Fire Department firetruck, with music to follow