ST. LOUIS —
1) “When Women Ruled the Earth,” National Geographic LIVE! with Professor of Egyptology Kara Cooney
The Touhill Performing Arts Center, University of Missouri - St. Louis
Friday, March 6 7:30pm
$32
Sit down with acclaimed Egyptologist Dr. Kara Cooney while she sheds light on powerful women often overlooked in history books. She’s written several books on the ancient world and even produced the series Out of Egypt for Discovery Channel. Dr. Cooney will share stories from the reigns of Cleopatra and Neferusobek and draw connections to women’s places in politics today.
2) Art in Bloom
Saint Louis Art Museum
Friday, March 6 10am-9pm
Saturday, March 7 10am-5pm
Sunday, March 8 10am-5pm
FREE
The annual celebration of art and flowers returns! Art in Bloom features creations by local florists, who’ll use floral design to interpret pieces from the museum’s collection. See the arrangements side-by-side with the art that inspired them. Entry is free; you can pay for tickets to special demonstrations and lectures throughout the weekend.
Grandel Theater
Friday, March 6 8pm
Saturday, March 7 3pm and 8pm
Sunday, March 8 2pm
$34-$69
The beloved TV show comes to life in The Office! A Musical Parody. The musical isn’t associated with the show but does include all your favorite characters - more than 20 characters, in fact, played by eight actors. Critics say it’s an “inside joke,” made especially for fans of The Office.
The Fabulous Fox Theatre
Friday, March 6 7:30pm
Saturday, March 7 2pm, 7:30pm
Sunday, March 8 1pm
One of the most-awarded musicals ever is playing its final weekend at The Fox. The Band’s Visit follows a band of Egyptian musicians gets stranded in an Israeli desert town. Through beautiful music, including on-stage instrumental performances, the show tells a story of finding common ground between cultures.
America’s Center & The Dome
Friday, March 6 10am-8pm
Saturday, March 7 10am-8pm
Sunday, March 8 10am-5pm
$4-$10
Six shows in one! The 43rd Annual Builders St. Louis Home & Garden Show is a one-stop-shop for your Lawn & Garden, Kitchen & Bath, Interior Design, Pool & Spa, New Construction Zone, and Home Products. Hundreds of St. Louis-area companies and experts will be there to answer your questions and give you inspiration for your upcoming home and garden projects. Get a $2 discount when you buy your tickets in advance!
Enterprise Center
Friday, March 6 12:05pm, 2:35pm, 6:05pm, 8:35pm
Saturday, March 7 2:35pm, 5:05pm
Sunday, March 8 1:05pm
$50-$60
The Missouri Valley Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament is celebrating its 30th anniversary this weekend! Arch Madness returns to Enterprise Center, culminating in The Valley Championship Game. The winner gets bragging rights and an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Eckert’s Country Store & Farms
Saturday, March 7 12pm-6pm
Sunday, March 8 12pm-6pm
$20-$22
The 10th Annual Wine & Food Festival is coming to Eckert’s Belleville location. Enjoy cooking demonstrations from area chefs, pairing classes, Eckert’s Country Store sampling, and more than 30 win and craft beers to try. There’ll also be live music. You must be 21+ to join in the fun.
Stifel Theatre
Saturday, March 7 8pm
$36.50-$76.50
Award-winning actor and comedian Chris Tucker is bringing his international comedy tour to The Lou! For one night only, you can catch Tucker - best known for his role of Detective James Carter in the Rush Hour movie franchise - at Stifel Theatre.
Stacy Park, Olivette, MO
Saturday, March 7 11am-4pm
FREE
Celebrate the arrival of Spring at STL Holi 2020. Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, is Hindu celebration of springtime. In the season’s honor, revelers throw handfuls of bright colors at each other. There will also be live DJs and delicious food. Don’t forget to wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little rainbow on...
10) Spell #7
A.E. Hotchner Studio Theatre, Washington University in St. Louis
Friday, March 6 8pm
Saturday, March 7 8pm
Sunday, March 8 3pm
$15-$50
This Sunday was supposed to be The Black Rep’s final performance of Spell #7. The show’s been so popular, though, that now the run is extended through March 15. The choreopoem is set in a St. Louis bar, where Black artists and musicians commiserate through dreamlike vignettes and monologues. Two of this weekend’s shows are already sold out. Don’t miss your chance to catch a performance!