World’s Fare Heritage Festival

The World's Fare Heritage Festival is one of those uniquely St. Louis events that combines local history with the arts, alongside a healthy serving of food. The fest tips its cap to the namesake 1904 World's Fair with a selection of local memorabilia and historical presentations, while also opening discussions about our current state of affairs. The food and live entertainment are nothing to sneeze at either, with a parking lot of food trucks, vendors and a full slate of bands performing throughout the event. There's also a kid's island within the fest, with games, inflatables and more, as well as a Ferris wheel for everyone's enjoyment. The World's Fare Heritage Festival takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday (August 16 to 18) at the World's Fair Pavilion in Forest Park (www.stlworldsfare.com). Admission is free.