Forest Park
Forest Park lies across the street from Washington University Medical Center. This massive green space — 500 acres larger than New York’s Central Park — offers countless facilities for athletics, cultural activities and fun.
Athletic Facilities
- Jogging, bicycling and in-line skating paths
- Lakes for boating and fishing
- Soccer, rugby and cricket fields
- Tennis, basketball and handball courts
- Two golf courses
- Outdoor ice rink
Attractions
- Missouri History Museum
- Muny Opera
- Saint Louis Art Museum
- Saint Louis Science Center
- Saint Louis Zoo
Festivals
- Earth Day Festival (April)
- Bark in the Park Festival (May)
- St. Louis African Arts Festival (May)
- Shakespeare Festival (May)
- Brewers Heritage Festival (June)
- The Great Forest Park Balloon Race (September)
- St. Louis Wine Festival (September)
- Scottish Games and Cultural Festival (October)