out and about in st. louis: memorial day weekend





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There's a lot of fun stuff going on this weekend in St. Louis.  Here are a few things to check out if you're in the area:

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are playing at Scottrade Center tonight as part of their "I'm with You" tour.  You can still order tickets here. 



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Cinema at City Garden kicks off tonight.  Winning shorts from St. Louis-area filmmakers will play on a loop from 6 - 11 p.m. daily on Citygarden's Video Wall at 9th & Chestnut Streets through the end of June.  The filmmakers were asked to create films using nature as a central element.

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The Bluesweek Festival goes on all weekend at Soldiers' Memorial.  Free, family-friendly fun downtown.

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On Monday at UMSL the Gypsy Caravan is back. A fundraiser for the St. Louis Symphony, the Gypsy Caravan is one of the largest antique, craft and flea markets in the Midwest and has raised over $3.4 million for the Symphony since its inception in 1973.  Vendors come from all over the United States to sell their wares.  There will be a children's area with activities and entertainment for families.  Get your tickets early, since they go for $10 until the day of, when the price jumps to $20.

What are you looking forward to this weekend?