The Fun Finder 2025 -digi flipbook published by Student Life/WashU St Louis
The Wave Swinger – Soar 43 feet into the sky on this breezy, spinning swing ride inspired by the 1904 World’s Fair. The Loco Motion – Climb aboard this mini coaster and twist and turn 22 feet high on a train-themed adventure.
The Flying Louie – Brave the swashbuckling pirate ship as it swings and rocks 48 feet high, offering spectacular city views. Get ready for twists, turns, and nonstop fun as new amusement rides debut at St. Louis Union Station, next to the vibrant Wheel Park, where you can experience: From high-flying thrills to family fun, Union Station is a destination beyond expectations. Plan your adventure at stlouisunionstation.com
Kingside Diner
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The Ul timate Study Break
New to St. Louis? Your college bucket list star ts at City Museum—the most unforgettable spot in the city. Climb through tunnels, slide down 10 stories, explore secret passages, and kick back with rooftop views that beat any dorm window. Books will be there tomorrow. Tonight, make memories. City Museum: Your Ul timate Study Break
Planning a group visit? Find discounts at citymuseum.org/groups, or email events@citymuseum.org for groups of 100+.
It’s a Bucket List Sandwich.
The best corned beef anywhere is just a few blocks from campus... along with pastrami, turkey, knishes, bagels & lox, matzo ball soup...all the good stuff!
Click here to go straight to our website, where you can see all our menus--including catering options for your next event!
Visit the Saint Louis Ar t Museum and experience a world of ar t within reach! SLAM has a variety of f ree exhibitions on view in addition to the permanent collection, including:
· Anselm Kiefer: Becoming the Ocean | Opening October 18
· Always Modern: German Ar t and Design f rom the Collection | Opening November 7
· Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Potter y | Closing September 14
· In Search of America: Photography and the Road Trip | Closing October 19
· Manuel Mathieu: Pendulum | Closing November 30
· Patterns of Luxur y: Islamic Textiles, 11th— 17th Centuries | Closing Januar y 4 , 2026
For more information, visit slam.org.
Start your weekends at SLAM!
Museum admission is free every day, but Fridays at SLAM are taken up a notch! Enjoy free live music, gallery activations, performances, ticketed exhibitions, and more.
Scan the QR code for a list of upcoming events. slam org/Fridays | @stlartmuseum
Snarf’s Sandwiches
Whether you’re deep in research or just deeply in need of lunch, Snarf’s is here for you.
· Online ordering for pickup or deliver y –so you can keep your study spot (and your slippers)
· Huge patio + f ree WiFi – perfect for group projects, quiet cramming, or a snackfueled strategy session
· Gift cards & e-gift cards – a tasteful way to thank your lab par tner for pulling the all-nighter, or a gift f rom your parents (hint, hint)
· Custom catering – platters, bag lunches, box lunches, salads & desserts for club meetings or campus events
Award-winning sandwiches buil t with premium meats, cheeses, crisp veggies, our own giardiniera peppers, and oventoasted bread (white, wheat, or glutenf ree). Plus f resh salads, soups, vegetarian options, desser ts, and a full catering menu.
�� Open daily, 9am–9pm | Steps f rom Danfor th Campus | catering@snarfsstl.com
Speechless today. Inspired tomorrow.
The St. Louis Aquarium is a hands-on, hands-wet chance to discover the beauty and wonders of the under water realm up close.
Touch jelly f ish and stingrays, witness the majesty of sharks and feed spitting f ish. A fantastic family-f riendly destination, our aquarium is buil t to bring out the kid in ever yone.
The Fabulous Fox is St. Louis’ premier destination for the best of Broadway shows, concerts, comedy and more. Located in the Grand Center Arts District, over 20 million people have visited the Fabulous Fox to experience the magic of the historic theatre.
Student Deals: Group Discounts: Discounted tickets are available for student groups of 10 or more on select performances. Perfect for student organizations, group events or a night off campus, call our Group Sales team (314) 535-2900 or email groups@foxstl.com.
Student Rush Tickets: Get last-minute seats for select shows at a f raction of the price. Follow @foxtheatrestl for announcements so you don’t miss out!
From award-winning Broadway musicals to must see concer ts, The Fabulous Fox brings world class enter tainment to St. Louis within your student budget.
Steps f rom Washington University, your go-to Korean fusion spot is ser ving up big flavor on a student budget. Walkable f rom campus.
Show your student ID and get 10% off ever y time. From crispy Korean Fried Chicken and stacked KFC sandwiches to giant korritos and more – perfect for a quick lunch, late dinner, or study break.
DRUNKEN FISH KIMCHI GUYS
Back to school? Our Happy Hour is back too!
Mon–Fri, 3–6 PM – Enjoy bites and drinks star ting at just $3. Yes, you heard that right.
Plus… $6 Sushi Tuesdays!
Ever y Tuesday, enjoy 6 select sushi rolls for just $6 each (dine-in only).
From sushi and bowls to handrolls, crudo, and more… it’s Happy Hour all week and $6 sushi on Tuesdays. You do the math.
The St. Louis Independent Comics Expo (SLICE) is St. Louis’s premier annual indie-print showcase for self-published books, comics, zines, prints, magazines, poetr y, and more. SLICE 2025 takes place on October 18, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., at The Sheldon Concer t Hall and Ar t Galleries. The expo is f ree to attend and open to the public .
SLICE’s 2025 special guests are award-winning author and creator of Check, Please!, Ngozi Ukazu; award-winning car toonist, ar tist, and writer Trung Le Nguyen; and Rori, a St. Louis car toonist, designer, and illustrator whose work has been the focus of two Missouri Histor y Museum exhibits. Programming will include lectures and workshops by SLICE’s special and featured guests and activities with local ar tists and organizations. For more information, visit slicexpo.org and follow @slicexpo on Instagram, Bluesky, YouTube, and Facebook.
Fuel your day just steps f rom campus! From all-day breakfast and f resh sandwiches to our new espresso menu—lattes, cappuccinos, and more—Brew Bites is your go-to spot for food, coffee, and community.
Upstairs, you’ll f ind the perfect study nook, meeting space, or par ty spot—book it for events, even after hours. Planning a club meeting, group lunch, or depar tment gathering ? We cater year-round, with f ree deliver y on $100+ orders for the WashU campus.
Student Perks:
· Up to 10% off for WashU students · Save 5% with code SAVE5 · Spend $50, save $5 with SAVEMORE Follow us,
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Expat BBQ –
Global BBQ & Rooftop Vibes
at The City Foundry
Experience bold, internationally inspired barbecue f rom James Beard Award–winning Chef Gerard Craft—right in the hear t of The City Foundr y. Whether you're grabbing dinner with f riends or planning something bigger, Expat BBQ brings bold flavor, good music , and unforgettable energy.
✔ Flavor-packed smoked meats, global sides, and house sauces
✔ Vegetarian, vegan & allergy-f riendly options available
✔ Third-floor rooftop (aka the EXPATio): all-ages, f irst come, f irst served
✔ Main dining room reservations available
✔ Happy Hour: Weekdays, 3pm–6pm (dining room, bar, rooftop)
✔ TVs, full bar, and live music most nights
✔ Spacious, casual setting—great for big groups
✔ Private event spaces available for club dinners, social events & more
Hours
Wednesday–Sunday: 11am–9pm
Closed Monday & Tuesday
Check out menus, event info, and more at expatstl.com or follow us @expatstl.
Discover the Delmar Loop Just Steps from Campus
Experience one of St. Louis’ most vibrant neighborhoods, just a short walk from Washington University. The Delmar Loop stretches across eight lively blocks filled with restaurants, entertainment venues, unique shops, record and book stores, art galleries, and more.
Things to do
Go Out to Eat - Discover Your Favorite Restaurant
Go Shopping - Books, Records, Clothing, and More!
Putt Putt Golf - At Magic Mini Golf
Bowling - At Pin Up Bowl
Karaoke - At The W Karaoke Lounge
Trivia Night - At International Tap House
Game Night - At Wizards Wagon
Play Darts - At Blueberry Hill
Play Billiards - At Moonrise Hotel
Go to a Concert - At The Pageant, Delmar Hall or Duck Room
Treat Yo-Self - At One of our Hair or Nail Salons
See Local Art - At Artisans in the Loop or House of Art Doll
