Celebrate Valentine’s Day & Ferris Wheel Day Together at The St. Louis Wheel
St. Louis Union Station is the place for romance and fun this Valentine’s Day as the day of love combines forces with National Ferris Wheel Day.
National Ferris Wheel Day is held on February 14 to honor the birthday of the amusement ride’s inventor, George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr.
Ferris’ lofty creation was a centerpiece of the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis’ Forest Park. He debuted his Wheel at the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago before reassembling it for the St. Louis fair. Today’s observation wheels, including the St. Louis Wheel, are a modern take on Ferris’ high-flying creation.
Take love to new heights with a ride on the St. Louis Wheel at Union Station.
The 200-foot-tall observation wheel will be lighted in red and pink themes for Valentine’s celebrations. Riders can cozy up to their loved ones in the Wheel’s gondolas, which are enclosed and kept at a comfortable 72 degrees no matter what the weather outside.
A special Valentine’s Month Date Night Package includes two Wheel tickets, two drinks from the Anheuser-Busch beverage container in the Wheel Park, and a photo package for two for $61.42 including tax. Guests can extend the fun by adding a round of mini-golf and a romantic ride on the St. Louis Carousel in the Wheel Park.
The St. Louis Wheel is located at St. Louis Union Station, 201 S. 18th St., St. Louis, MO 63103 and is open from noon until 8 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays; noon to 10 p.m. on Fridays; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are available on site or at www.thestlouiswheel.com. Follow the Wheel on social media @stlouiswheelpark.
SIDEBAR: VALENTINE’S DAY AFTER HOURS AT THE ST. LOUIS AQUARIUM
The Wheel is just the beginning of Valentine’s fun at St. Louis Union Station. On Friday, February 14, the St. Louis Aquarium is throwing an after-hours party..The Valentine’s night event is just a $10 add-on to a general admission Aquarium ticket. In addition to enjoying the animals and exhibits at the most interactive Aquarium in the country, from 5:30pm to 8pm. you can enjoy these special activities:
Take a Scavenger Hunt through the Aquarium to find fascinating facts about the animals’ mating and courtship behaviors.
Get a Free Digital Photo. Snap a picture with an exclusive Valentine’s Day Aquarium background, perfect for sharing the love on social media.
Pose for a Shark Twain Photo Op.Meet the Aquarium’s handsomely toothy mascot at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. for a unique image that will make a real splash.
Pucker up at the Fish Kissing Booth. Let the friendly Doctor Fish give you sweet fish kisses as you dip your hands into their habitat.
Build your own Bouquet. Create a beautiful flower-filled posey for your loved one, adding a sweet personal touch to the day.
Taste at the A-B Sampling Stations. Enjoy delicious samples from Anheuser-Busch’s top products, elevating the evening with tasty refreshments inside the Aquarium.
Play in Selfie Express for free. As a special treat, guests who purchase the Aquarium add-on ticket will receive a free visit to Selfie Express where they can capture even more memorable moments in this train station-themed photo illusion attraction.
Details at https://www.stlouisunionstation.com/valentines-day-
SIDEBAR: LOVE BITES
If your relationship isn’t going swimmingly, get revenge on your ex with some help from the St. Louis Aquarium Foundation. Make a donation to the Foundation’s mission of funding Aquarium access for kids and schools and the Foundation will name a cricket, superworm or veggie after your not-so-special someone and symbolically feed your ex to a chameleon, blue-tongued skink or tortoise. This petty package is available through February 28. You’ll get a video of the feeding that can be forwarded to your nemesis or your supportive friends. Learn more and see the Love Bites video at www.stlaquariumfoundation.org.
SIDEBAR: VIOLET’S AT THE SHED
The month of love has turned the popular Train Shed restaurant at Union Station into Violet’s at the Shed through February 28. Featuring elaborate floral decor, this dark fantasy indoor garden offers specialty cocktails, a full bar and a menu of delicious lunch and dinner entrees and desserts. Violet’s opens daily at 11 a.m. Late night closing times vary. No reervations are required. More information is available at www.trainshed-stl.com.
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