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St Louis Walk of Fame Addition: T Bone Burnett

August 23, 2017

On September 19th, 2017, the St Louis Walk of Fame will add yet another amazing St Louisan to the Delmar Loop attraction. Joseph “T Bone” Burnett III, a songwriter, musician and producer, will be placed on the sidewalk next to other talented St Louis artists such as Chuck Berry, Tina Turner, Tennessee Williams, Maya Angelou, ... Read more

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Fireworks in the Lou 2017

June 27, 2017

This year Fair St. Louis will take place in Forest Park July 2nd-4th. With FREE – you heard it people FREE – concerts by artists such as AKON, EVE 6 and Jake Owen,  you and your friends and family can sing along to some fantastic tunes. Other features include a rock climbing wall, face painting, ... Read more

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St. Louis Earth Day will be Out of this World!

March 31, 2017

While we’re quite smitten with the cosmos, we also love our own planet, Earth. And, since we are a leading eco-friendly hotel in the St. Louis region, Earth Day is a pretty big deal here at the Moonrise Hotel. And, it’s coming right up! Each year, St. Louis Earth Day plans amazing events to make ... Read more

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PrideFest St. Louis 2017

March 10, 2017

One of our favorite events of the year is coming up soon. We can’t wait for this June to come around so we can kick off PrideFest 2017. Last year, a quarter of a million people attended Pride St. Louis making it the biggest and best ever! This year, PrideFest is taking over St. Louis ... Read more

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8th Annual Off White Indie Wedding Show

January 27, 2017

Did your significant other pop the question over the holidays? If so, there are tons of amazing St. Louis options for getting hitched, and not all of them are the same old banquet hall! If the idea of a traditional ceremony isn’t exciting for you, then make plans to attend the Off White Indie Wedding ... Read more

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Celebrate the 2017 Lunar New Year in University City

January 23, 2017

Here at the Moonrise Hotel, we love all things moon which includes the Lunar New Year! This year, the Lunar New Year kicks off on Saturday January 28, but here in University City, we are starting the celebration a night early. Check out all the stellar events happening around University City to celebrate the beginning ... Read more

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Fall for St. Louis

September 21, 2016

Fall in St. Louis is a beautiful sight! The leaves are turning, the views are stellar and the scenery is amazing. We’ve hand-picked some of our favorite fall activities and events around St. Louis that you shouldn’t miss. Don’t wait, the fun starts this weekend! Forest Park You just can’t beat a walk around Forest ... Read more

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Shop Local: Launch the season with Small Business Saturday in the Delmar Loop

November 16, 2015

Take a break after Thanksgiving and give yourself a day of rest before launching your holiday shopping. Head to the Delmar Loop on November 28 for Small Business Saturday! Lots of shops will be running special promotions and you might just catch sight of Jack Frost and Santa’s Elves! The Victorian Carolers Quartet will be ... Read more

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Unleash your inner cinephile at the Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival

November 2, 2015

As the weather gets chillier and chillier, it’s the perfect time to head indoors, grab some popcorn and take in some stellar movies. And the annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival is the perfect place to do just that! The SLIFF, presented by Cinema St. Louis, kicks off Thursday, Nov. 5 and runs until ... Read more

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Still Fine at 89: Happy Birthday to the Father of Rock and Roll

October 16, 2015

It’s practically impossible for us not to swell with pride when we remember that Chuck Berry, the rock and roll pioneer who’s given so much to the music world, hails from St. Louis. We salute him today, his 89th birthday! Chuck was born in 1926 and grew up in The Ville neighborhood in north St. ... Read more

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Halloween Party on the rooftop at the Moonrise Hotel in the Twilight Room

October 7, 2015

This October, there are plenty of spooky events going on around St. Louis to get you in the Halloween spirit. Whether you’ve got the kiddos in tow or are looking for some adults-only fun, there’s something for everyone! Check out some of our faves below. Tivoli Theatre See a late night movie at the Tivoli ... Read more

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LouFest, Forest Park Balloon Race, highlight outdoor St. Louis events in September

September 9, 2015

Those recent, unseasonably cool temperatures can only mean one thing: fall is almost here! And just because summer vacation is over doesn’t mean the outdoor fun has to be. In fact, September is chock full of amazing outdoor events in and around the world-famous Delmar Loop and Forest Park. So get those hoodies and jackets ... Read more

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#CheersTo35Years: Celebrating 35 Years of Operation Food Search

September 2, 2015

This month, Operation Food Search is launching their year-long 35th anniversary celebration! The #CheersTo35Years campaign will raise money for the hungry through participating restaurants, wine bars and retailers. When you order the “OFS Wine,” a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Operation Food Search. Being a wine-o never felt so good! Eclipse Restaurant ... Read more

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The Drink Exchange: Neighborhoods of St. Louis

August 27, 2015

The Drink Exchange is back! Sunday, September 6, take a walk through the neighborhoods of St. Louis without having to step outside the Moonrise Hotel. Stroll through our various event spaces and visit the Central West End, Delmar Loop, Lafayette Square/Soulard, The Grove, Cherokee Street and Maplewood. Each neighborhood will have music and drinks that ... Read more

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The Loop is Open and Ready to Party!

August 21, 2015

There’s a lot of buzz on the Delmar Loop these days – not to mention a lot of digging, hammering and all-around machining, too! Crews are hard at work laying down tracks for the new Loop Trolley, which is scheduled to open in late 2016 and will connect University City with Forest Park. But don’t ... Read more

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The Delmar Loop Welcomes Wash. U. Students!

July 31, 2015

It’s that time of year again when scholars from around the world make their pilgrimage to Washington University for another school year. Whether you’re brand new to this whole “dorm” thing or renting your last apartment in University City before venturing into the post-grad world, the Delmar Loop has plenty to offer. From weekly groceries ... Read more

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Celebrate National Pet Day with the Moonrise Hotel

April 10, 2015

April 11th is National Pet Day and we invite you to come celebrate with the Moonrise Hotel! As a pet-friendly hotel, we’re happy to host both you and your pet while you’re visiting St. Louis. When your dog or cat arrives at the Moonrise, she’ll be welcomed with a greeting from our staff and all ... Read more

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Packing for springtime in St. Louis: 5 essential items

March 17, 2015

Happy First Day of Spring! Springtime in St. Louis is amazing. It’s a great time of year to experience all the city has to offer, from Cardinals baseball to the zoo. But St. Louis is notorious for having some of the most fickle, unpredictable weather in the country, especially in the spring! It can catch even the ... Read more

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How to Get Home from St. Patrick’s Day Festivities

March 13, 2015

We know how awesome and intoxicating St. Patrick’s Day Festivities can be, especially in St. Louis! Whether you’re going out Friday night to the Irish Dinner, the run and parade on Saturday or to the Dogtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Tuesday, follow these tips to get home safely. Plan ahead! Make a reservation at ... Read more

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13 Reasons to Visit the Walk of Fame this Month

December 18, 2014

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and not just because of the holiday season! Several of our St. Louis Walk of Fame inductees celebrate birthdays this month. So save room for birthday cake and get to know this fascinating, diverse group of people! Carl Ferdinand Cori, Dec. 5 Cori and his wife, Gerty, ... Read more

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