PLAN THE TRIP
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Schedule
FRIDAY
PARK GATES OPEN AT 4:00 PM
Innovation Village at Live! by Loews:
Noon - 6:00 PM
Boeing F-A-18 Simulators - located on Cardinal Way in Ballpark Village: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Park Gates open: 4:00 PM
Hands On For Heroes: 4:00 PM - Close
Veteran & First Responder Recognition Evening
Three world-class acts on the main stage:
Lucas Jack - 4:25 PM
Big Wild - 5:50 PM
Ludacris - 7:15 PM
Zedd - 8:40 PM
Celebrate St. Louis, July 3rd Drone Show, presented by Hyundai
Celebrate St. Louis, July 3rd Fireworks, presented by Schnucks
SATURDAY
PARK GATES OPEN AT 2:00 PM
Innovation Village at Live! by Loews:
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
All-American Car Show at Ballpark Village Parking Lot: 10:00 - 3:00 PM
Boeing F-A-18 Simulators - located on Cardinal Way in Ballpark Village: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Park Gates Open: 2:00 PM
Hands On For Heroes: 2:00 PM - Close
Purina Dog Shows: 2:45 PM, 5:15 PM, 6:40 PM
142nd America's Birthday Parade: Step-off 4:00 PM, Market & 14th, heading east to Broadway (See Map Below)
Salute the Troops
Four world-class acts on the main stage:
Sean Canan’s VooDoo USA: 3:00 PM
Rebirth Brass Band: 4:25 PM
Stephen Marley: 5:35 PM
Kenny Loggins: 7:00 PM
Miranda Lambert: 8:25 PM
Celebrate St. Louis, July 4th Drone Show, presented by Chevrolet Mid America
Celebrate St. Louis, July 4th Fireworks, presented by TPC Capital/Vogel Law
Both nights: Drones run first at approximately 9:40 PM, followed immediately by fireworks.
We’re Going Cashless
Celebrate 250 is a cashless event. All food, beverage, merchandise, and event vendors will accept the following payment methods:
Accepted Payment Methods
• Credit cards
• Debit cards
• Apple Pay
• Tap to Pay (NFC/contactless payments)Not Accepted
• Cash
• Venmo
Please plan ahead before arriving. There will be no reverse ATMs or cash-to-card kiosks available on site. Guests who bring cash will not be able to use it for purchases within the event footprint.
Event Map
Getting There
METROLINK: Take MetroLink to Laclede's Landing Station and walk south to the grounds. Stadium and Convention Center stations also work for the ride home.
UBER/LYFT: Pick up/drop off - East side of Busch Stadium on Broadway.
PARKING: Lots fill early. Park before 2:00 PM both days for the best options.
WALKING: Downtown is the footprint. If you're staying within a mile, walking is faster than driving.
STREET CLOSURES: View the street closures here.
What to bring
These items are allowed inside the grounds:
Small, handheld umbrellas (beach umbrellas are not allowed)
Diaper bags with a child, and regular-sized bags up to 18” x 13” x 7” (25L)
Strollers and Wagons with Children
Sunscreen
Blankets
Portable phone chargers
Chairs
Factory Sealed Water Bottles up to 1 liter, or empty refillable water bottles / cups under 1 liter
Binoculars
Pocket-sized or still camera equipment
Service animals
What not to bring
Prohibited at all entrances. Save the trip back to the car — leave these home.
Alcoholic beverages
Aerosol Cans / Mace / Pepper Spray
Balloons
Unsealed containers exceeding 1 liter and any glass container
Bags, Backpacks, Large Coolers and/or Containers (restricted to 18” x 13” x 7” (25L) or smaller and must not contain any other prohibited item)
Medical bags and diaper bags with a child are permitted
Weapons / Knives
Illegal substances / Explosives Including Fireworks
Drones
Pets (service animals are welcome)
Bicycles, Skateboards, and Scooters
Recreational motorized mobility devices (including electric bicycles, scooters, motor driven skateboards, one-wheel skateboards, and hoverboards)
Supports for Signs and Placards (any straight stick larger than 12 inches that does not meet the need of a mobility assistance device is prohibited).
Selfie sticks, tripods, and monopods
Large signs or banners (restricted to 20” x 36” x ¼” or smaller)
Structures (including pop-up tents, beach umbrellas, and other temporary structures)
St. Louis Summer, Real Talk
Early July in St. Louis runs hot and humid. Daytime highs sit in the upper 80s and 90s, with thunderstorms possible most afternoons. Drink water, find shade between sets, and pace yourself — it's a long, great weekend.
Cover up before you head out. Grab free sunscreen around the Arch grounds, courtesy of Siteman Cancer Center. A few simple reminders from the experts:
-Use broad-spectrum sunscreen, SPF 30 or higher
-Reapply every two hours — more if you're sweating
-Keep an eye on your skin, and have suspicious moles checked by a dermatologist
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., but it's also one of the most preventable. If you have risk factors — fair skin, frequent sunburns, lots of moles, or a family history — talk to your doctor about regular screenings. Learn more or schedule a skin screening at getscreenednow.com or 314-970-4308.
Sun safety provided by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine.
If a storm rolls in, the team will publish updates to the website, social channels, and the on-site jumbotrons. The show goes on whenever it's safe to go on.
Accessibility
Celebrate 250 is built to welcome everyone. Accessible mobility-friendly entry points and ADA viewing areas near the main stage are in place both nights.
Service animals are welcome.
Food and Drink
A variety of food from vendors will be available for purchase across the grounds. Soft drinks are for sale at concession points. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase for guests 21 and over with valid ID. Refillable water stations are positioned throughout the footprint.
Safety
Hosting a safe event is the first priority. Celebrate 250 is produced in close partnership with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the St. Louis Fire Department, the National Park Service, and private security teams. Bag checks at every entry. Visible security throughout the footprint. First aid stations clearly marked on the map.