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April may bring spring showers, but there are still plenty of events and activities to enjoy in the St. Louis region throughout the month. Metro is here to get you there safely, conveniently and comfortably, and to save you money on gas in the process.

The $5 Metro Day Pass is your ticket to fun and for unlimited rides for one day on MetroBus and MetroLink.

St. Louis Cardinals Games – Various dates in April with Home Opener on April 7
MetroLink – Stadium MetroLink Station

• Opening Day at Busch Stadium is next week, take Metro Transit to enjoy the rallies, watch some baseball and cheer on the St. Louis Cardinals!

St. Louis Blues Games – Various dates in April
MetroLink – Civic Center Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #4 Natural Bridge, #10 Gravois-Lindell, #11 Chippewa, #19 St. Louis Ave., #30 Arsenal, #31 Chouteau, #32 Dr. ML King, #40 North Broadway, #41 Lee, #73 Carondelet, #74 Florissant, #94 Page, #97 Delmar

• Take Metro Transit to the Enterprise Center to cheer on the St. Louis Blues!

St. Louis CITY2 Games at Herman Stadium – Various dates in April
MetroBus Routes – #10 Lindell Gravois and #70 Grand

• Professional soccer is back in St. Louis, take Metro Transit to Herman Stadium to support St. Louis CITY2 during the inaugural MLS NEXT Pro season! See the full schedule here.

Gateway Outdoor Expo the America’s Center Convention Complex – 4/1-4/2
MetroLink – Convention Center MetroLink Station
MetroBus Routes – #32 Dr. ML King and #40 North Broadway

• The premier consumer show and cultural gathering for the regional outdoor community. With 50,000 square feet of floor space, the expo will showcase the latest outdoor gear and services, interactive demos, and free sessions and seminars on a variety of active living topics — all in a festive, family-friendly environment. 

GO! St. Louis Marathon & Family Fitness Weekend in Forest Park and on the St. Louis Riverfront – 4/2 and 4/3
MetroLink – Forest Park-DeBaliviere MetroLink Station and Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station
MetroBus – #90 Hampton

• The GO! St. Louis Marathon has one race scheduled on Saturday – a 5K at 7:30 a.m. There are four races scheduled on Sunday – a marathon, half-marathon, marathon relay, and 10K. Click here to learn more about taking Metro Transit to any of the races.

Hockey: Faster Than Ever at the Saint Louis Science Center – Every day in April from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
MetroLink – Central West End Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #59 Oakland

• Explore the science behind ice hockey. Technology, physics and other topics highlight the advances of the sport over time and show that science is everywhere in hockey. Historical objects, artifacts, and state-of-the-art equipment are presented in innovative displays. Interactive experiences and challenges demonstrate fun and engaging scientific concepts for all ages.

My Fair Lady at the Fabulous Fox Theatre – Various times on 4/1, 4/2, and 4/3
MetroBus Routes: #10 Gravois-Lindell, #70 Grand, #97 Delmar

• Boasting such classic songs as I Could Have Danced All Night, The Rain in Spain, Wouldn’t It Be Loverly and On the Street Where You Live, My Fair Lady tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed?

Disney and Pixar’s Up in Concert at Powell Symphony Hall – 4/3 at 2 p.m.
MetroBus Routes: #10 Gravois-Lindell, #70 Grand, #97 Delmar

• Retired balloon salesman Carl prepares to fly away with thousands of balloons to a world of his childhood dreams, and is joined by an eager 8-year-old Russell. The duo finds themselves on a journey filled with danger, excitement, and friendship. Enjoy the film live with the SLSO performing the score of the Disney Pixar favorite. Let this experience float you away!

Chelsea Culter’s When I Close My Eyes North American Tour at the Pageant – 4/6 at 8 p.m.
MetroLink – Delmar Loop Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #2 Red, #16 City Limits, #91 Olive, #97 Delmar

• Instantly-relatable lyrics and handcrafted lo-fi soundscapes have established Chelsea Cutler as a quiet, yet disruptive, force for popular music. Within three short years, the singer, songwriter and producer went from bedroom-constructed uploads to 2 billion-plus cumulative streams.

Decked Out Divas Cruise at the Gateway Arch Riverboats – 4/8 at 8:30 p.m.
MetroLink – Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station

• Enjoy a night of fabulous, floating high-falutin’ fun aboard the city’s one and only boat cruise turned drag show! Hosted by drag queen extraordinaire Jade Sinclair, this late-night drag show features St. Louis divas working the stage for your amusement. So pull up a chair, grab a cocktail and enjoy a night out on the water. Cash bar & concessions available. Reservations required. Must be 21. 

An Evening of Soul featuring Patti LaBelle at Chaifetz Arena – 4/9 at 7 p.m.
MetroBus Routes – #10 Lindell Gravios, #70 Grand

• An Evening of Soul comes to Chaifetz Arena on Saturday, April 9^th, featuring Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight plus Stephanie Mills and Howard Hewett.

Hamilton at the Fabulous Fox Theatre – Various dates and times starting 4/12
MetroBus Routes: #10 Gravois-Lindell, #70 Grand, #97 Delmar

• Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education.

Bon Jovi at the Enterprise Center – 4/21 at 8 p.m.
MetroLink – Civic Center Transit Center
MetroBus Routes – #4 Natural Bridge, #10 Gravois-Lindell, #11 Chippewa, #19 St. Louis Ave., #30 Arsenal, #31 Chouteau, #32 Dr. ML King, #40 North Broadway, #41 Lee, #73 Carondelet, #74 Florissant, #94 Page, #97 Delmar

• Bon Jovi brings his 2022 Tour to Enterprise Center on April 21.

St. Louis Earth Day Festival at the MUNY Grounds in Forest Park – 4/23 and 4/24
MetroLink – Forest Park-DeBaliviere MetroLink Station

• The St. Louis Earth Day Festival is a community tradition to learn about sustainable products and services offered by local businesses and organizations, meet local area non-profits that share Earth Day values, as well as showcasing local entertainment and local Green Dining Alliance restaurants.

Blues Cruise at the Gateway Arch Riverboats – 4/28 at 8 p.m.
MetroLink – Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Station

• The Mississippi River and blues music are a match made in heaven. Come see for yourself aboard this lively cruise celebrating a St. Louis tradition. This long-standing cruise series features some of the region’s best blues artists, from local favorites to up-and-comers. All season long, this cruise is the perfect place to grab a drink and take it easy for a night. Cash bar available. Reservations required. Must be 21.

Masks Are Required on Metro Transit

Per a federal mandate, masks are still required while riding MetroBus, MetroLink and Metro Call‑A‑Ride, and while at MetroLink stations and Metro Transit Centers.

Plan Your Trip

To plan your trip to any of these great local events, use our online Trip Planner or download the Transit app to plan your trip and pay your fare, or contact Metro Transit Information at 314.231.2345 (phone) or 314.207.9786 (text), available 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.