Explore St. Louis!
Fun activities are being planned for the conference.
Learn more about sightseeing, dining, sports, and other fun.
Have a large group going out? Contact Host Y Hospitality Coordinator Maggie Holter.
Wednesday & Thursday Dinner on Your Own
While dinner is on your own, the Host Y has identified four large venues with a variety of restaurants and entertainment.
NAYDO has organized bus transportation to make it easier to get there.
NAYDO Round-Trip Bus
$18 | Sign up on registration form
Regardless of where you are staying, you can pick up the NAYDO bus from
Marriott St. Louis Grand (close to Magnolia, Marriott Courtyard & Embassy Suites) OR the Hyatt Regency St. Louis Arch
Red Route will take you to either Ballpark Village or Union Station
Blue Route will take you to either City Foundry or Armory STL
Routes on continuous loop but you can also arrive or leave on your own.
Red Route Destinations: Ballpark Village and Union Station
Ballpark Village
Ballpark Village is a premiere dining and entertainment district, located adjacent to Busch Stadium. It features Cardinals Nation and Hall of Fame & Museum, Budweiser Brew House and Beer Garden, and FOX Sports Midwest Live. With over 40,000 square feet of outdoor gathering space and seating, featuring a state-of-the-art LED screen and sound system tied directly to the stadium, you have your pick of more than 20 dining, entertainment and retail venues.
No reservation needed | No entrance fee | Food and drink available for purchase
Union Station
Head to the original Union Train Station, where history meets fun. Grab a delicious dinner at one of 9 amazing restaurants. Then, soar to new heights on the 200-foot Ferris Wheel or chill with cocktails in the Grand Hall's light show. It's a night you won't forget!
Closes at 10:00 pm | Ferris Wheel: Ticket $17
Blue Route Destinations: City Foundry and Armory STL
City Foundry
Get ready to unlock your hidden foodie at the ultimate culinary playground. Choose from 17 local restaurants under one roof on a 15-acre site in the heart of St. Louis. It's more than just a place to eat—it's a vibrant hub where you can gather and play, designed to build community. Grab a beer and a movie at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, discover your inner sommelier at City Winery, experience virtual reality adventures at Sandbox VR, or tee off for a round of mini golf at Puttshack.
Closes at 9:00 pm | No reservation needed | No entrance fee | Additional fees for entertainment
Armory STL
Armory STL is home to 250,000 square feet of immersive entertainment experiences. Take a spin around the six-acre indoor yard and find over 40 interactive games from arcade, table and board games to classic yard games like cornhole and ping pong. Watch a game on massive TV screens. Take a run down the Super Happy Fun Slide or tip on the Giant Seesaw to feel like a kid again. Take a break from the games and enjoy hand-crafted drinks and an amazing food menu featuring St. Louis favorites.
No reservation needed | No entrance fee | Food and drink available for purchase
Saturday Sightseeing Options on Your Own
Anheuser-Busch Brewery and Biergarten
See the Budweiser Clydesdales! With a legacy that transcends beer, take a tour of the brewery on Saturday and get up close and personal with the Clydesdales.
St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game
There is a home game, but the time is TBD. We will let you know so you can consider it in your plans.
Forest Park Fun Day
Discover St. Louis's sprawling city park—bigger than Central Park. Start at Art Hill and choose your adventure: explore the top-notch Art Museum, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis Science Center, or the top-ranked St. Louis Zoo, ALL FOR FREE! Paddleboat/board, or kayak/canoe at the Boathouse, or squeeze in 9 or 18 holes at the golf course. Also explore 30 miles of walking trails within the park. Grab lunch onsite at any of the venues. It's a Saturday of outdoor fun and culture in St. Louis.
GOLF anyone? Contact Grant Strieker at the Gateway Region Y.
