Clayton, Missouri is a suburb of St. Louis located in the inner ring area near Forest Park. It is an art aficionado’s paradise with numerous galleries and museums to explore along with specialty boutiques and antiques stores. There are numerous hotels in the area with affordable rates along with dining options ranging from casual outdoor cafes to elegant fine dining establishments with gourmet cuisine.
Some of the many events in Clayton include:
St. Louis Art Fair, sponsored by the non-profit organization Cultural Festivals, is an annual event that highlights the work of artists in all mediums. Additionally, this art fair has live performances and interactive art exhibits. The fair is located at 7818 Forsyth Boulevard and takes place in September.
Taste of Clayton, takes place at Shaw Park during the summer months. This food festival goes into the evening hours with live music and fireworks after 7pm.
Gallery Nights are special receptions and exhibit openings at the numerous art galleries in Clayton.
Parties in the Park, a spring and summer tradition in Clayton, take place the second Wednesday of the month from May through September from 5:00 to 8:30 pm. These street parties feature live music, cocktails, and a chance to relax with family and friends under the stars. The location of the parties is Meramec Avenue in the block between Forsyth Boulevard and Maryland