Yesterday, the city hosted an exciting event called "Magic House Big Truck Day." This event aimed to bring together families and children to explore and interact with a variety of big trucks and machines. The event took place in a spacious park, where a magical atmosphere was created with colorful decorations and lively music playing in the background. One of the main highlights of the event was the presence of various big trucks and machines. Children were allowed to climb inside these giant vehicles and learn about their functions. From fire trucks to dump trucks, excavators to tractors, there was a wide array of machines for children to explore.

Big Truck Day at The Magic House

Roll on over to The Magic House for a truckload of fun! Truck lovers of all ages will get up close to a crane, firetruck, bucket truck, sleeper cab and more!

This fall the Magic House is overflowing with fun activities for kids of all ages. You can pet a turtle, hold a lizard, sell your old toys at the Kids' Flea Market, or invent a new one out of cardboard. There's also an exciting new traveling exhibit to introduce your kids to the oldest of all games, chess.

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Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like fairy tales, outer space, rainforests, music and more.

Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 2-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.

At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!

Bring your family to Cardinals Nation Restaurant on select Wednesday nights for Family Night with Fredbird! Meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes! Kids 12 and under eat free per adult meal purchased.

Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!

Plan your child's summer activities at the St. Louis region's largest Summer Camp Expo featuring 60+ local and regional summer camps offering day- and sleep-away camp experiences for toddlers through teens. Bring your kids and learn about a wide variety of summer learning and summer fun opportunities. The Summer Expo is presented by Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed, sponsored by STL Parent and STL Camps, and is open to all families from any school district across the St. Louis metro area. Admission is free! 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Parkway West High School. Stop by the STL Camps booth at the entrance for fun giveaways and a register to win a free week of camp! LEARN MORE AT prcommunityed.org

Family Night with Fredbird is back at Cardinals Nation! Join us at Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar on select Wednesday evenings this off-season! Bring your family for games, prizes, and meet Fredbird and take photos with him from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Kids eat free every Wednesday from 5 - 9 p.m.* To view the dates and make your reservation, visit cardinals.com/familynight

*One free kids meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only. For kids 12 and under.

It's going to be a Great Adventure at Olympia Gymnastics this summer! Say Aloha to summer by joining us for a summer jam-packed with learning gymnastics and ninja skills, fun activities and games, and art & science projects all linked to our unique weekly themes. Campers can have a Nerf battle during Nerf week, be sneaky like a ninja during Ninja week, try to beat the clock with our Minute to Win It week, or make slime during our arts and sciences week. Our summer camps are full of activities designed to engage and foster learning. Olympia's trained and safety-certified staff are devoted to the well-being of our camp kids and truly enjoy engaging with children. Save 15% when you register in January! Choose your location and register at olympiagymnastics.org

special events at The Magic House

Roll on over to The Magic House for a truckload of fun! Truck lovers of all ages will get up close to a crane, firetruck, bucket truck, sleeper cab and more!

Enjoy farm-themed fun at The Magic House during the Fall Farm Festival. Local farmers will be on hand to talk to kids about where their food comes from, and they'll bring along a real tractor and farm animals for kids to see up close in the museum's front Play Garden!

Come play at The Magic House for free during Emerson Free Family Night. Reservations are required.

Join The Magic House Young Professional Board for an Adult Play Date at MADE for kids.

World-champion sand sculptor Dan Belcher shares tips and techniques on the art of sand sculpting at the site of his latest masterpiece, the 75-ton sandcastle on the shores of Sandcastle Beach at The Magic House.

Kids can learn how to create their own "sandsational" sculpture using only sand and water.

June 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and June 5 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Free with regular admission.

Play outside at The Magic House! Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with some good old-fashioned outdoor recreation. Fresh-air fun will fill the museum's front and back yards, promoting health through movement and play.

Kids can get behind the wheel as ceramicists from Krueger Pottery demonstrate the art of working with clay. Kids will coil, pinch and throw their own earthenware creations. Part of the Visiting Artist Series.

Saturday, May 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Free with regular admission.

From fire trucks to dump trucks, excavators to tractors, there was a wide array of machines for children to explore. It was an incredible opportunity for kids to get up close and personal with these enormous vehicles that are usually seen only from a distance. The event also featured interactive games and activities related to the big trucks.

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Want daily ideas of things to do? How about special offers & giveaways? Sign up and we’ll handle the rest.

Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like fairy tales, outer space, rainforests, music and more.

Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 2-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.

At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!

Bring your family to Cardinals Nation Restaurant on select Wednesday nights for Family Night with Fredbird! Meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes! Kids 12 and under eat free per adult meal purchased.

Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!

Plan your child's summer activities at the St. Louis region's largest Summer Camp Expo featuring 60+ local and regional summer camps offering day- and sleep-away camp experiences for toddlers through teens. Bring your kids and learn about a wide variety of summer learning and summer fun opportunities. The Summer Expo is presented by Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed, sponsored by STL Parent and STL Camps, and is open to all families from any school district across the St. Louis metro area. Admission is free! 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Parkway West High School. Stop by the STL Camps booth at the entrance for fun giveaways and a register to win a free week of camp! LEARN MORE AT prcommunityed.org

Family Night with Fredbird is back at Cardinals Nation! Join us at Cardinals Nation Restaurant & Bar on select Wednesday evenings this off-season! Bring your family for games, prizes, and meet Fredbird and take photos with him from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Kids eat free every Wednesday from 5 - 9 p.m.* To view the dates and make your reservation, visit cardinals.com/familynight

*One free kids meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only. For kids 12 and under.

It's going to be a Great Adventure at Olympia Gymnastics this summer! Say Aloha to summer by joining us for a summer jam-packed with learning gymnastics and ninja skills, fun activities and games, and art & science projects all linked to our unique weekly themes. Campers can have a Nerf battle during Nerf week, be sneaky like a ninja during Ninja week, try to beat the clock with our Minute to Win It week, or make slime during our arts and sciences week. Our summer camps are full of activities designed to engage and foster learning. Olympia's trained and safety-certified staff are devoted to the well-being of our camp kids and truly enjoy engaging with children. Save 15% when you register in January! Choose your location and register at olympiagymnastics.org

Big Truck Day

On Saturday, May 4th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, The Museum will take over the Spa State Park parking lots on Route 50 at the SPAC entrance, where vehicles of all shapes and sizes will be on display for children to explore.

The event will feature classic trucks, buses, rescue vehicles, helicopters, cement mixers, big rigs and so much more!

Click HERE to see photos from the 2023 event taken by Museum friend, Bill Schroeder.

Join the Museum on Saturday, May 5th, 2024 for Big Truck Day!

(Ticket sale information coming soon)

If you are interested in Big Truck Day sponsorship, displaying a vehicle, having a table at the event, being a food vendor, or bringing a group to volunteer on the day of the event, please contact the Museum’s development office at [email protected]

The Children’s Museum at Saratoga is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Big Truck Day is the Museum’s largest fundraiser.

Ticket sales are final and non-refundable for this fundraiser.

Money raised through this event allows the Museum to provide high quality exhibits, programs, and learning opportunities to families throughout the Capital Region and beyond. Proceeds from the event also help the Museum provide reduced cost or free programs for food and housing insecure children and families.

Thank you for your support!

Children could participate in a "create your own truck" workshop, where they were provided with materials to decorate and personalize a miniature truck model. There were also games that involved maneuvering toy trucks through obstacle courses, allowing children to experience a taste of what it is like to drive these vehicles. Additionally, there were several informational booths set up by local organizations and companies related to the truck industry. These booths provided educational materials and demonstrations, teaching children about the different types of trucks and their purposes. It was a fantastic opportunity for children to learn while having fun. The event attracted a large number of families, and the atmosphere was full of joy and excitement. Children were seen laughing and smiling as they explored the various trucks and engaged in the interactive activities. Parents too seemed thrilled to be able to witness their children's enthusiasm and curiosity. "Magic House Big Truck Day" was not only an entertaining event but also a great educational opportunity for children. It allowed them to learn about different types of big trucks and sparked their interest in the machinery. The event successfully brought families together and created wonderful memories for everyone involved..

Reviews for "Prepare for Excitement: Big Truck Day at the Magic House"

1. Jane Doe

Rating: 1/5

The Magic house big truck day was a huge disappointment. The event was poorly organized and lacked any interesting activities. The trucks on display were ordinary and not as exciting as I had hoped. The staff seemed unenthusiastic and unhelpful. Overall, it was a waste of time and money.

2. John Smith

Rating: 2/5

I was really looking forward to the Magic house big truck day, but it fell short of my expectations. The event was overcrowded, making it difficult to get a good view of the trucks. The activities offered were limited and not engaging enough for both kids and adults. The event could have been better planned and executed to ensure a more enjoyable experience.

3. Sarah Thompson

Rating: 2/5

I attended the Magic house big truck day with my family, but we were disappointed with the event. The trucks on display were not as impressive as we had anticipated, and the limited number of activities made it feel like we were just standing around most of the time. The lack of proper organization resulted in long waiting lines for activities, which made the overall experience frustrating. We expected more from an event that promoted itself as a big truck day.

4. Michael Johnson

Rating: 1/5

The Magic house big truck day was a letdown. The advertised variety of trucks turned out to be just a few generic ones that we see on the road every day. The event lacked any unique or special vehicles that would make it worth attending. The limited number of activities and lack of proper crowd control made the whole experience underwhelming. I would not recommend this event to anyone looking for an exciting and fun day out.

Get Ready for Magic House's Big Truck Day Extravaganza