Live Music, Happy Hour and a Shriners Parade: We've Got Your Weekend Planner

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Lake Saint Louis Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

Where: , 107 S Linn Ave, Wentzville, MO 63385

When: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fridays

Why Go? The Olde Towne Pub offers a great happy hour every Friday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Great specials on beer and well drinks. Enjoy climate controlled outdoor seating too!

Where: , 7661 Mexico Rd, Saint Peters, MO 63376

When: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, March 5

Why Go? Featured speakers Kathy Troccoli and Ellie Lofaro will lift your soul with their message of encouragement. Troccoli is an award winning singer, songwriter, author and speaker. She was also selected as one of the "Most Influential Christian Women in America" by Today's Christian Woman magazine.

Cost: $30, includes lunch, uplifting music, and the featured speakers.

Where: , 1050 S Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO 63301

When: noon, Saturday, March 5

Why Go? Parades aren't just for kids! Go and have fun watching clowns and men in fezzes driving little cars around in circles. he parade route will begin at the top of North Riverside Drive and end at the Lewis & Clark Boathouse.

Cost: Free

Where: , 233 N New Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63141

When: March 4, 5 & 6

Why Go? The finalists for the 9th Annual Script Submissions will be presented as on-stage readings with actors and afterward there will be an audience discussion.

Where: , 909 Main Plaza Dr, Wentzville, MO 63385

When: 9 p.m. - 12:30 a.m., Saturday March 5

Why Go? The Red House brings their premier blues sound to the stage at The Ice House. Come out and enjoy live music and great drink specials.

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