# Saint Louis Science Center Thanksgiving Break STEM Workshops & Planetarium > Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time. - When: Fri, Nov 27 · 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM - Where: Saint Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110 - Ages: All ages welcome; hands-on STEM exhibits across 4 levels; accessible skybridge and planetarium - Price: Free general admission for all visitors; OMNIMAX movies and James S. McDonnell Planetarium shows require separate tickets ($6–$8) - Organizer: Saint Louis Science Center - Official page: https://www.slsc.org - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/st-louis/activities/saint-louis-science-center-thanksgiving-break-stem-workshops-and-plane--listing-94b002003c55517207e97be0 ## About Head to the Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park during Thanksgiving break for hands-on STEM experiments, engineering design challenges, and immersive McDonnell Planetarium star shows. Kids can construct test catapults, explore paleontology fossil digs, and discover physics principles across four floors of interactive exhibits. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Elevators and wide paved ramps connect all exhibit galleries, the Skybridge over Interstate 64, and the Planetarium. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Private lactation room and family restrooms located on the lower level near the Discovery Room. • Age Suitability: Tailored for youth ages 3 through 14, with special play stations designed specifically for preschool learners in the Discovery Room. • Sensory Tips: The Energy Stage features demonstrations with periodic loud pops and flashes; quiet zones and sensory backpacks are available at the main lobby information desk. ## Similar picks in St. Louis - [Thanksgiving Break Camp: Giving Green at the Saint Louis Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/st-louis/activities/thanksgiving-break-camp-giving-green-at-the-saint-louis-zoo--listing-a20c5ea4df4bfe75e8630346) — Ongoing · Saint Louis Zoo · Ages 6–11 · From $73 · checked Oct 30. 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