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As July heats up, there are plenty of events and activities to enjoy in the St. Louis region throughout the month. Metro is here to get you there safely, conveniently and comfortably.

The trains and buses are a great way to get around town safely, conveniently and comfortably with some great A/C! Take advantage of the $5 Metro Day Pass for unlimited rides on MetroBus and MetroLink, and check out these fun events while avoiding traffic, parking, and high gas prices.

St. Louis Cardinals Games – Various dates in July
MetroLink – Stadium MetroLink Station
A game at Busch Stadium should be on everyone’s July to-do list! Take Metro Transit to watch some baseball and cheer on the St. Louis Cardinals! Find out how Metro can get you there.

Whitaker Music Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden – Wednesdays in July
MetroBus – #8 Shaw Cherokee
The Whitaker Music Festival is a summer tradition that presents free Wednesday evening concerts under the stars at the Missouri Botanical Garden.

St. Louis Riverfront Cruise at the Gateway Arch Riverboats – Available throughout July
MetroLink – Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station
Take a load off and take in the views on a relaxing cruise that showcases St. Louis from the river that built it. This one-hour narrated cruise lets you explore everything that makes the Mississippi so mighty.

Live Weekend Music on the Dock at the Gateway Arch Riverboats – Various Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in July
MetroLink – Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station
The riverboat dock transforms into a live music venue with local artists performing in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. Post up at the outdoor bar or grab a table and take in the sights and sounds while enjoying food and drink from the Paddlewheel Café.

Mary Poppins at the MUNY in Forest Park – 7/5 to 7/13
MetroLink – Forest Park-DeBaliviere Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #90 Hampton
Mary Poppins returns to the MUNY with its irresistible story, unforgettable songs and breathtaking dance numbers!  

Stargazing at the Gateway Arch with the St. Louis Astronomical Society – 7/10 at 8 p.m.
MetroLink – Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station
Join the St. Louis Astronomical Society (SLAS) for a telescope viewing of the night sky at the Gateway Arch, west entrance of the Arch plaza.

Blues Cruise at the Gateway Arch Riverboats – 7/14 and 7/28; boards at 8 p.m.
MetroLink – Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station
The Mississippi River and blues music are a match made in heaven. Come see for yourself aboard this lively cruise celebrating a St. Louis tradition. This long-standing cruise series features some of the region’s best blues artists, from local favorites to up-and-comers — the perfect place to grab a drink and take it easy for a night.

Reservations required. Must be 21. 

John Mulaney: From Scratch at the Enterprise Center – 7/22 at 8 p.m.
MetroLink – Civic Center Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #4 Natural Bridge, #10 Gravois-Lindell, #11 Chippewa, #19 St. Louis Ave., #30 Arsenal, #31 Chouteau, #32 Dr. ML King, #40 North Broadway, #41 Lee, #73 Carondelet, #74 Florissant, #94 Page, #97 Delmar
John Mulaney, two-time Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor, and comedian is bringing laughter to St. Louis with his new stand-up comedy tour.

2022 Art Hill Film Series in Forest Park

• A League of Their Own – 7/8 from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Love & Basketball – 7/15 from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Bend It Like Beckham – 7/22 from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• The Sandlot – 7/29 from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

MetroLink – Forest Park-DeBaliviere Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #90 Hampton
Head to Forest Park this month when the St. Louis Art Museum’s front yard is transformed into the city’s biggest free cinema during the Art Hill Film Series, a St. Louis tradition of films, food, and music. Enjoy music, food trucks, a cash bar, and other fun activities before the film begins at 9 p.m.

Legally Blonde at the MUNY in Forest Park – 7/25 to 7/31
MetroLink – Forest Park-DeBaliviere Transit Center
MetroBus Route – #90 Hampton
Based on the smash hit movie, Legally Blonde follows the transformation of quintessential blonde Elle Woods from sorority sister to Harvard Law graduate. Her journey of determination, self-discovery, and finding true love receives its first MUNY production in 11 years.

Plan Your Trip

To plan your trip to any of these great local events, use our online Trip Planner or download the Transit app to plan your trip and pay your fare, or contact Metro Transit Information at 314.231.2345 (phone) or 314.207.9786 (text), available 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.