Signature Events

Chinese performer

Chinese Culture Days

May 3–4 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring Chinese cultural performances, music, art, and history while enjoying authentic cuisine.

Since 1996, the Garden has collaborated with the Chinese Culture Education and Services Foundation to produce an event to celebrate Chinese culture. Hundreds of community volunteers work towards producing a weekend filled with colorful Chinese pageantry, art, music and dance, history and legends, and of course, wonderful food!

 

Admission 

$16

$8

$8

Free
Adults
(ages 13 & up)		 Children
(ages 3–12)		 Garden member adults
(ages 13 & up)		 Festival-level+ members (limit six adults)
and member children (ages 12 and under)


Save time upon entry by purchasing your tickets in advance. 

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Chinese acrobats performing spinning routine on stage

New This Year! Changchun Acrobatic Troupe

Presented by Grand Shanghai Circus


This nine-member acrobatic troupe from Changchun, China will present a wide array of performances including Chinese yo-yo, jar spinning, ground hoop, face changing (a traditional Sichuan opera performance art), and more.
 

Child riding on father's shoulders

Plan Your Visit


Explore activities and make the most of your Chinese Culture Days experience with our digital guide.
 

 View Digital Guide

 Download Festival Program  

Location & Parking

The Missouri Botanical Garden is easily accessible from the St. Louis metro area and conveniently located near Interstate 44.

Please respect our neighbors and refrain from parking on residential streets or private lots. Vehicles parked on private lots are subject to towing at the vehicle owners' expense.