HALLOWEEN FINALE
CITY FOUNDRY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Wednesday, October 29 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Free and open to the public
The final Live Art Market of the season ends with a Halloween celebration made for grown-ups who still love the magic of being a kid. Come in costume, grab a drink, and enjoy an evening of art, music, and nostalgia. Go trick-or-treating like you used to, get your face painted for free, roast s’mores by the fire pits, and relive the fun of Halloween (without the late-night chaos).
Costume Contest presented by Museum of Illusions
Best Costume wins $750 cash plus a $250 ticket and prize pack
Runner-up wins $250 cash plus a $100 ticket and prize pack
Judged on creativity, originality, and commitment to the bit
Adult Trick-or-Treating throughout City Foundry
Unlock your future with Tarot Readings by Third Eye Tarot
Fire pit lounge with s’mores kits from Steve’s Meltdown in the Food Hall
Free face painting
Free Halloween themed crafts with Perennial using secondhand materials
Performances by Illusionist Christian the Magician in partnership with Museum of Illusions
Live music echoing from the EXPATio Rooftop
Art & Makers Market along Foundry Way
LIVE ART MARKET FALL ENCORE
5:30-8:30PM WEDNESDAYS OCT 8-29
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Art & Makers Market
Pedestrian-only Foundry Way will transform into an open-air art market. Dozens of artists and makers will sell works and wares throughout the month.
Participating artists include Lauren Marx, Brock Seals, Jackie Scharenberg, Mark Loehrer (Arch City Designs), Mallory Poorman, Cullen Curtis, Madeline LaVelle, Terrace Level Art, and many more. -
LIVE & INTERACTIVE
Perennial will lead guests through make-and-take crafts using only secondhand materials with a new craft that matches that night's theme.
Illusionist Christian the Magician performs, presented by Museum of Illusions.
Live music echoes through the district from the EXPATio Rooftop.
Explore St. Louis, the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation, the Missouri Historical Society and more. -
SEASONAL
Each week will feature special guests and themed programming, with the first two weeks dedicated to celebrating St. Louis and the fall season.
A fire pit lounge and photo opp awaits guests, with sweet and savory s’mores kits available from Steve’s Meltdown in the Food Hall.
The last two weeks of October, City Foundry fully embraces the Halloween spirit with back-to-back parties catering to both families and adults.
ENDLESS THINGS TO DO
DARK VISIONS AT Alamo Drafthouse
A chilling lineup of cult classics and horror favorites including The Craft, 28 Days Later, and A Nightmare on Elm Street in newly restored 4K. Special screenings and the return of Dismember the Alamo feature surprise films, exclusive merch, and an all-night horror marathon.
Dark Visions at Alamo Drafthouse
WEIRD WONDERS AT MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS
Explore 60+ mind-bending exhibits transformed for Halloween with eerie décor and photo-ready illusions. Their October Family Package includes 20% off tickets for two adults and two kids plus a $20 shop voucher, available all month long.
Weird Wonders at Museum of Illusions
Soul On Fire premiere
Soul On Fire premieres on October 10 at Alamo Drafthouse. Soul On Fire is a biographical drama about St. Louis native John O’Leary.
CITY WINERY
City Winery will be hosting a variety of Halloween events throughout October! Join them for Thriller Live! Presented by PureSoul, Amy Bruni: Walking With Ghosts, Sip N'Serve Drag Brunch: Witchy Wonders, and many more! Get tickets at citywinery.com/st-louis
SANDBOX VR
Dive into full-body virtual-reality adventures at City Foundry for bold, immersive gaming experiences in a world of Halloween-friendly thrills.
Sandbox VR
SEASONAL SHOPPING
Garden District STL, Procure STL, Golden Gems and other City Foundry retailers have stocked up on candles, hot tea, cozy apparel and accessories, and other seasonal must-haves.
GREAT BIG GAME SHOW
This high-energy interactive game-show experience pits teams against each other in trivia, buzzer games, and minute-to-win-it style challenges.
Great Big Game Show
GoldEN GEMS AFTER DARK
Golden Gems will present Hidden Gem After Dark, a monthly after-hours shopping series with Hidden Gem pop-up bar, free friendship bracelet making bar, astrology & card readings and more on Friday, October 24. Neighboring boutique The Garden District STL will also host a DIY Spooky Terrarium craft that night.
THE ESCAPE GAME
Step into immersive escape-room adventures featuring movie-quality sets, multiple rooms, and stories that pull you in.
The Escape Game
WEDNESDAYS IN OCTOBER
5:30-8:30
what st. louis is saying about the live art market
The Live Art Market is made possible by sponsors New + Found, Museum of Illusions, Explore St. Louis, the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation, the Missouri Historical Society, and the St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC).
“Civic pride is at the heart of what makes St. Louis special, and City Foundry’s Live Art Market brings that spirit to life. We’re proud to support events that celebrate our community and showcase the creativity that makes our region shine.”
— Brad Dean, president and CEO of Explore St. Louis
“It’s time to tell a new story of St. Louis. This movement gives our region the introduction it deserves—one rooted in history, but also one that will fuel our future. We invite everyone to join us and share their own story of pride and belonging by saying, ‘I Am St. Louis.’”
— Dr. Jody Sowell, president and CEO of the Missouri Historical Society
“Momentum continues at City Foundry this year. From rising foot traffic and sales to a growing residential community, we are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to Midtown’s transformation. The Live Art Market is one more example of how we bring people together, celebrating local artists, entrepreneurs, and the spirit of St. Louis.”
— Will Smith, president of
New + Found
“City Foundry is the kind of development that brings people together, and that’s one of the things St. Louis does best. We invite the public to join in a celebration of the people and places who make our region so special, and are proud to bring this event series to the community alongside New + Found, the Missouri Historical Society, Explore St. Louis, and the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation.”
— Otis Williams, Interim CEO of the St. Louis Development Corporation
“The Live Art Market is more than an event, it’s a reflection of the pride people feel in St. Louis. By highlighting local makers, artists and storytellers, City Foundry is giving residents and visitors a chance to connect with the authentic spirit of our city.”
— Barry Draper, director of partnership for Explore St. Louis and executive director of the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation
