{"id":7854,"date":"2025-03-06T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/?p=7854"},"modified":"2025-03-03T13:28:42","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T19:28:42","slug":"celebrating-314-day-with-the-family-a-st-louis-dads-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/celebrating-314-day-with-the-family-a-st-louis-dads-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating 314 Day with the Family \u2013 A St. Louis Dad\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every year on <strong>March 14th<\/strong>, St. Louis comes together to celebrate <strong>314 Day<\/strong>, a day dedicated to all things STL\u2014from our iconic food and local businesses to our deep-rooted community pride. As a dad, I love finding ways to share this day with my kids, teaching them about the city\u2019s culture while having some fun along the way. Whether you\u2019re new to 314 Day or a longtime fan, here are some great ways to celebrate with the family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"923\" height=\"920\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad.jpg 923w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-640x638.jpg 640w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-768x766.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-600x598.jpg 600w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-stlouisdad-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 923px) 100vw, 923px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Family-Friendly Ways to Celebrate 314 Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Visit a Local Landmark<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take the kids to the <strong>Gateway Arch<\/strong>, the <strong>St. Louis Science Center<\/strong>, or the <strong>City Museum<\/strong> to soak in some local history and adventure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a more outdoorsy day, a trip to <strong>Forest Park<\/strong> or the <strong>St. Louis Zoo<\/strong> is always a win!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Indulge in STL\u2019s Iconic Foods<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make it a mission to grab some <strong>toasted ravioli<\/strong>, <strong>St. Louis-style pizza<\/strong>, <strong>gooey butter cake<\/strong>, or a <strong>Vess soda<\/strong>\u2014all STL classics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to get hands-on? Try making gooey butter cake at home with the kids!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Support Local Businesses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Head to a locally owned coffee shop, bookstore, or toy store to show some love to STL entrepreneurs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many businesses offer <strong>314 Day specials<\/strong>, so check out your favorite local spots for deals!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Family-Friendly 314 Day Events in 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for something to do with the family? Here are some <strong>great events happening around St. Louis<\/strong> on March 14th:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>314 Day Fun Run at Washington University<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Location:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/stlouis.washu.edu\/calendar_event\/314-day-fun-run-2025-washu\/\">Washington University in St. Louis<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd55 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 6:30 AM<br>\ud83d\udc5f <strong>Details:<\/strong> Join <strong>GO! St. Louis<\/strong> and <strong>Washington University<\/strong> for a <strong>3.14-mile run<\/strong> through Forest Park, ending with donuts, coffee, and high-fives. This event is free and open to the public, making it a great way to start the day with some STL spirit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>314 Day Celebration at Ballpark Village<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Location:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stlballparkvillage.com\/events\/2025-03-14-314-day\">Sports &amp; Social St. Louis<\/a><br>\ud83d\udd55 <strong>Time:<\/strong> 5:00 PM<br>\ud83c\udf89 <strong>Details:<\/strong> A celebration of all things St. Louis, featuring <strong>live DJs, sports highlights, STL-themed drinks, and a toasted ravioli eating contest<\/strong>. There will also be <strong>giveaways from local sports teams<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Explore Local Deals and Activities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Details:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/do314.com\/314day\">Do314&#8217;s 314 Day Guide<\/a><br>\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f <strong>Support STL Businesses:<\/strong> Many local businesses offer special deals and events leading up to and on <strong>314 Day<\/strong>. Check out Do314\u2019s list of <strong>parties, specials, and events<\/strong> happening around the city!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More Ways to Celebrate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>The STL Official 314 Day Page:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/thestl.com\/314day\">thestl.com\/314day<\/a><br>\ud83c\udf88 <strong>Details:<\/strong> The official STL site always highlights the latest 314 Day happenings, from community events to ways you can support the city\u2019s culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7856\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/314day-parks-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Little STL Nostalgia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Growing up in St. Louis, <strong>314 Day<\/strong> wasn\u2019t an official \u201choliday,\u201d but it has definitely become a special way to celebrate everything we love about our city. From childhood trips to the <strong>Magic House<\/strong> to catching a game at <strong>Busch Stadium<\/strong>, STL has always had a unique way of bringing people together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how you celebrate, <strong>314 Day is all about community, culture, and city pride<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re eating an extra slice of <strong>Provel-covered pizza<\/strong> or just taking a moment to appreciate what makes this city special, make sure to spread the love for STL!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How are you celebrating 314 Day this year? Drop your favorite STL traditions in the comments!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every year on March 14th, St. Louis comes together to celebrate 314 Day, a day dedicated to all things STL\u2014from our iconic food and local businesses to our deep-rooted community pride. 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