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Cultural Festivals is a non-profit cultural organization, specializing in cultural special events that educate and entertain.

We are always searching for the next unique festival to present in St. Louis. Currently, we present and produce The Saint Louis Art Fair in Clayton, a free, three day celebration of the visual and performing arts , the Saint Louis Jazz & Heritage Festival, a celebration of contemporary jazz music performed in an outdoor setting and The Big Read, presented by Centene Corporation. The Big Read is a free, one day festival celebrating authors and promoting literacy.

Cultural Festivals employs over 2,000 volunteers in a wide variety of leadership roles. Our organization’s goal is to enrich the community by bringing together people of all backgrounds to celebrate and share arts experiences. Our audiences give testament to the need for this "coming together in an urban environment.

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The Saint Louis Jazz & Heritage Festival
May 31, 2008
The Saint Louis Jazz and Heritage Festival is an annual showcase of Jazz & Heritage Music performed on multiple stages in Clayton’s Shaw Park. The festival will be presented May 31, 2008 and will focus on the presentation of high-quality performances by national and local talent. In addition to contemporary jazz performances, the festival features, Soul School, The Improv and culinary offerings from local restaurants. The Jazz Festival remains a critical and public favorite in the St. Louis area.
www.saintlouisjazzfest.com

 




The Saint Louis Art Fair – September 5, 6 & 7, 2008
The Saint Louis Art Fair is an annual three-day celebration of the visual and performing arts
held in the streets of the central business district of Clayton, Missouri. The festival will be
presented September 5, 6 & 7. The festival features the original work of 165 visual artists,
artist demonstrations, performing arts, music on three stages, the Creative Castle, the Art
Studio, a Poetry Garden, Culinary Arts and food from over 20 of St. Louis’ top restaurants.
The Saint Louis Art Fair is consistently ranked as one of the top art fairs in the country.
www.saintlouisartfair.com

 




The Big Read celebrating authors & promoting literacy October 11, 2008
Bookmark your calendar for an extraordinary literary event that is the most talked about new festival in St. Louis!  The Big Read presented by Centene Corporation, is a one day literary festival celebrating authors and promoting literacy. The Big Read features publishers, book-sellers, national and local authors, readings, book signings, panel discussions, and an interactive children's area with authors, readings, costumed characters and hands-on activities that engage the young reader.
www.bigread.net