Gateway Arch National Park Events

This is a header image for the riverfront parking page, featuring the area on the levee on the St. Louis riverfront where you can park. The St. Louis skyline is also prominently featured along the Mississippi river in this image.

September 2025

Iconic Conversation

Iconic Conversations: Jim Merkel, author of ‘The Making of an Icon’

Join us each month for a thought-provoking speaker series that brings St. Louis history to life. Gateway Arch National Park and Jefferson National Parks…

Celebrate Constitution Day

Join us at Gateway Arch National Park to celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day! This annual federal observance commemorates the signing of the U.S.…

B.A.R.K. Ranger: Dog Art

Join us at Gateway Arch National Park with a park ranger to create a special piece of art with your pet. All materials will…

Gateway to the Stars

Gateway to the Stars: Ranger Night Walk

Enjoy a walk around Gateway Arch National Park with a ranger and learn about the surrounding area’s history. Meet at the visitor center entrance…

National Public Lands Day: Fee Free, Yoga, Cleanup, Learning, More

National Public Lands Day is traditionally the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort. It celebrates the connection between people and green space in their community,…

October 2025

Iconic Conversations: John Guenther, author of ‘The Gateway Arch: An Illustrated Timeline’

Join us each month for a thought-provoking speaker series that brings St. Louis history to life. Gateway Arch National Park and Jefferson National Parks…

B.A.R.K. Ranger: Pet Costume Parade

Dress up your pets and show them off in a parade around the Arch. **Note: there will be no prizes for the parade. All…

Gateway to the Stars

Gateway to the Stars:  Ghosts of the Arch Grounds

The area where the Gateway Arch stands today has always been central to local history. Learn about the various incarnations of the park grounds…