Engage, Serve, & Celebrate

Who We Are

Celebrate St. Louis is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that strives to engage, serve and celebrate our region by providing diverse, impactful and entertaining experiences to support worthy charities that serve our communities.

By producing inclusive year-round events that showcase Saint Louis culture and support a diverse group of nonprofit organizations, Celebrate St. Louis illustrates our region’s stand-out charitable reputation alongside our history of celebration and connection dating back to St. Louis’s founding in 1764.

Our Core Celebrations

Our core events celebrate history, patriotism, and the vibrant spirit of St. Louis, bringing the community together in honor of our nation. These major happenings are at the heart of America’s Biggest Birthday Party and include the breathtaking July 4th Fireworks Display, illuminating the Gateway Arch since 1981; and the July 4th Concerts, which have showcased incredible performances in Forest Park and Downtown St. Louis for decades. A heartfelt Salute to the Troops honors our military heroes, adding a powerful tribute to the celebration. Together, these traditions are why St. Louis continues to be known as Where America Comes to Celebrate.

Concerts & Fireworks

2026 join us for music, food, and fireworks! Named USA Todays Top 10 fireworks in America.

Salute The Troops

Honoring service members with a VIP recognition ceremony and experience.

Thanks-For-Giving Parade

The 41st Thanks-For-Giving Parade, now in proud partnership with The Gateway Arch Foundation, concludes at Kiener Plaza—where Winterfest awaits with ice skating, festive snacks, and holiday fun for all.

A Better Saint Louis For All

In 2025, we are proud to continue the Celebrate St. Louis Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that serves as the central hub for a series of community events. These include the visually stunning Fireworks framed by the Gateway Arch, an engaging Concert Series, a Family Festival Zone.

Unlike organizations with narrower scopes, Celebrate St. Louis delivers a wide-reaching impact on the Saint Louis community. Our events, especially the Downtown July 4th Festivals, act as a catalyst, igniting a year-long celebration across the city.