Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®

2024 marks a monumental milestone as Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® celebrates FIFTY SEASONS of bringing the holiday spirit to life!

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Just west of St. Louis you'll find St. Charles, a river city with a unique historical perspective, beautiful sites, friendly people and a pace just a little slower than that of the big city. Founded as Les Petites Cotes (The Little Hills) by French Canadian fur trader Louis Blanchette, Saint Charles, MO grew into a thriving riverfront trading center for a young America. Make memories in the midst of our illustrious history. Saint Charles. A little mysterious - a lot of fun.

Events

January 25, 2025

Great Train Show

Saint Charles Convention Center

The Nation’s largest traveling train show, with events each year in dozens of major cities across the country. Each show features hundreds of tables of trains for sale, huge operating displays, activities for kids and more…

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Discover St. Charles, Missouri

The people of St. Charles have labored lovingly to preserve and share our treasured river heritage. A destination for millions of visitors each year, Saint Charles history comes alive to welcome you. Explore our historic Main Street, legendary river, lush parks and trails, vibrant casino, delicious restaurants,  and bold wineries. Enjoy our incredible line-up of events, festivals, and live music and most of all, soak in our genuine hospitality. 

We're historically awesome, 
rich in culture, 
and down-right abundant with playful experiences.

 

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25 Reasons to Visit St. Charles, MO in 2025

Whether you're a seasoned traveler, a history buff, Christmas enthusiast, or just in need of a new adventure, St. Charles is the place to be! From shopping on historic Main…

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plan your adventure St. Charles Trip Ideas

Experience the charm and beauty of a city that has been welcoming visitors since 1769. We are here to help you plan your weekend getaway, family vacation, destination wedding, perfect event, meeting or convention, or even help you Discover your own city.