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Neighborhood Spotlight: Old North
Located west of WashU's campus, Old North is a neighborhood rich with history to explore.
No trip to Old North is complete without a stop to Crown Candy, the oldest soda fountain in St. Louis, which opened its doors in 1913. Enjoy a deli sandwich and sip on an infamous Crown Candy milkshake. Feeling brave? Finish five milkshakes in 30 minutes and get them all for free, including a t-shirt and your name on the Wall of Winners.
Head to the Griot Museum of Black History to learn the stories of Black history and culture in the Midwest.
Enjoy art installations at UrbArt, a nonprofit arts organization in the Black Arts Movement tradition, and explore Firecracker Press's letterpress work on 100% locally made paper recycled from cotton t-shirts.
Community Events
16th Annual QFest at Hi-Pointe Theatre: May 4-10
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QFest, presented by Cinema St. Louis, celebrates queer culture and the lives of LGBTQ people through contemporary cinema. This year's festival will feature 26 films from 9 countries.
Laughter Yoga at Tower Grove Park: May 5, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Laughter yoga is a practice encouraging laughter for mind and body benefits. This free class is offered at the Roman Pavilion in Tower Grove Park every Friday morning.
Cherokee Street Cinco de Mayo Festival: May 6, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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The annual Cherokee Street Cinco de Mayo Festival features over 100 vendors, traditional Mexican street food, lucha libre wrestling, musical performances, a parade, and more.
One Africa! One Nation! Farmer's Market at O'Fallon Park: May 6, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Experience the vibrant flavors and cooking styles of cultures from the Caribbean to the African continent to right here in St. Louis at the first market of the season. Enjoy vendors, performances, free cooking demos, and learn about food justice.
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