
The Fourth of July celebrates our nation's independence, and around St. Louis, the fun often extends beyond the day itself. Fireworks are a highlight of upcoming events, of course, but parades, carnivals, and more will also take place on the 4th and, in some cases, the days leading up to it. Check out the following Fourth of July celebrations in the area, shared by our real estate agents.

St. Louis is surrounded by natural beauty, and there are dozens of trails that allow you to immerse yourself in our scenic landscapes. Our real estate agents are busy mapping out all of their favorite walking paths because June happens to be Great Outdoors Month. We encourage you to use this opportunity to get out there and explore the picturesque parks across St. Louis and the Missouri countryside. If you're looking for some places to go for a walk, here are some spots we highly recommend.

Since their debut in the 1930s at Toll House Restaurant in Massachusetts, chocolate cookies have maintained their iconic position as America's favorite cookie flavor. National Chocolate Chip Day on Monday, May 15 is the perfect excuse to indulge at these wonderful bakeries and restaurants near St. Louis homes for sale.

National Beer Day is April 7, and there's no better time to enjoy a cold beer with friends. St. Louis is home to some of the best bars in the country, with a thriving craft beer scene that's sure to satisfy any beer enthusiast. So grab some friends and get ready to celebrate at these top five St. Louis bars our real estate agents have compiled just for you.

Rumor has it that gooey butter cake was created by accident. Whatever the origin, this iconic sweet treat has become synonymous with St. Louis. Our real estate agents indulge their gooey butter cake cravings at these wonderful shops and bakeries near St. Louis homes for sale.