FRIDAY
F1 Powerboat Regional Championship
- When: Noon-8:30 p.m. July 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 19, 9:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. July 20
- Where: Riverfront Park, Landmarks Boulevard, Alton
- How much: $15 per day, $25 for the weekend
- More info: facebook.com, search F1 Powerboat Regional Alton
It’s not just an F1 powerboat championship, it’s also a party. There will be vendors and food trucks and an opening night party at Mac’s Downtown. But mainly it’s an F1 powerboat championship, with races held on the Mississippi River in several categories of powerful, fast boats. By Daniel Neman
Jimmy Griffin and the Incurables
- When: 8 p.m. July 18
- Where: Delmar Hall, 6133 Delmar Blvd.
- How much: $20-$30
- More info: ticketmaster.com
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Known for executing timeless guitar riffs with bands like El Monstero, Street Fighting Band and Hard Promises, guitarist and vocalist Jimmy Griffin has made his mark on the local scene. He’s headlining his Delmar Hall performance with the Incurables, giving music lovers a taste of some of his original music. Except to see exactly why Griffin is a St. Louis music legend and enjoy a support set from the Hounds and Shooting With Annie. By Jasmine Osby
‘Evita’
- When: 8:15 p.m. July 18-24
- Where: Muny, 1 Theatre Drive, Forest Park
- How much: $21-$145, plus free seats
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“Evita,” the Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber banger, returns to the Muny stage to tell the story of Argentina’s famous first lady, Eva Peron. The show includes the famous songs, “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina,” “Oh What a Circus” and “Buenos Aires.” By Rosalind Early
SATURDAY
Taste of the Greek Festival
- When: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. July 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 20
- Where: St. Nicholas Family Life Center, 12550 S. Forty Drive, Town and Country
- How much: Free
- More info: opastl.com
The smallest of the area’s three summer Greek festivals offers the same amenities as the other two, it’s just open for a shorter time. If you want authentic Greek food, this is where to find it. And while you’re chowing down on dolmades and spanakopita, you can listen to Greek music and watch Greek dancing. People will almost certainly be saying “Opa!” By Daniel Neman
The “Looking Up” sculpture, by artist Tom Friedman stands in front of the St. Louis Science Center’s McDonnell Planetarium as it glows iconic City SC Red in support for St. Louis City SC as they approach their playoff debut as photographed on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, in Forest Park. Photo by Laurie Skrivan, lskrivan@post-dispatch.com
Science Center Up Late
The Science Center isn’t just for kids anymore. This adults-only event (21-and-older) will present more advanced information about science and technology, along with cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages and the chance to learn from local STEM experts. By Daniel Neman
Jason Aldean ‘Full Throttle’ tour
- When: 7:30 p.m. July 19
- Where: Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, 14141 Riverport Dr., Maryland Heights
- How much: $78.50-$554.80
- More info: ticketmaster.com
Backwoods country melodies come alive when singer Jason Aldean hits the stage. He’s bringing his “Full Throttle” tour to St. Louis, with support sets from Nate Smith, RaeLynn and Dee Jay Silver. Although the Georgia cowboy hasn’t released a full-length album since “Highway Desperado” in 2023, Aldean dropped his “Whiskey Drink” EP in January, featuring four original tracks displaying his southern bravado. Expect to hear a mix of old and new records from the boot-kicking, whiskey-drinking singer when he rolls through town. By Jasmine Osby
SUNDAY
Hinder
- When: 7:30 p.m. July 20
- Where: The Hawthorn, 2231 Washington Ave.
- How much: $39.68
- More info: ticketweb.com
Rock band Hinder is headed to the Hawthorn for one night only. Hailing from Oklahoma City, Hinder formed in 2001 and made its mainstream debut in 2005 after releasing “Extreme Behavior.” The album went triple platinum, introducing listeners to songs like “Lips of an Angel” and “Get Stoned.” In May, the band released its seventh studio album, “Back to Life,” with 13 original tracks. Expect to hear fresh Hinder songs and favorites from its 20-year career. By Jasmine Osby
MONDAY
Rapper Wiz Khalifa
Wiz Khalifa
- When: 6:30 p.m. July 21
- Where: Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, 14141 Riverport Dr., Maryland Heights
- How much: $30-$725.30
- More info: ticketmaster.com
Rapper Wiz Khalifa has reigned as one of the kings of Western stoner culture since he emerged on the music scene in 2005. His music represents a niche-based listenership that celebrates cannabis, creativity and freedom, many stumbling upon Khalifa’s music as college students and becoming lifelong Taylor Gang fans after the rapper’s viral mixtape releases. On June 10, NPR honored the 15th anniversary of the Pittsburgh rapper’s “Kush and Orange Juice” mixtape with a Tiny Desk performance featuring new and old hits from the Wiz like “See You Again.” Expect the same vibes when Wiz hits the stage in Maryland Heights, including tracks from his 2025 album “Kush and Orange Juice 2.” By Jasmine Osby
TUESDAY
Stacey Abrams: ‘Coded Justice’
Stacey Abrams is a true Renaissance woman. You may know her for turning Georgia blue during the 2020 election. But in addition to her work as a top Democratic organizer, she’s a writer and entrepreneuer. Her latest book is “Coded Justice” part of the Avery Keene series, about a former Supreme Court clerk who solves thorny mysteries. Nowadays, Keene is working in a high-end D.C. law firm and one of her clients is a tech company that’s developed an A.I. system designed to revolutionize medical care. The only issue? People keep dying. Can Keene and her colleagues find out what’s happening before it’s too late? By Rosalind Early
Serg Dimitrijevic, from left, Verdine White, and Philip Bailey, Jr. of Earth, Wind & Fire
Earth, Wind and Fire
- When: 7:30 p.m. July 22
- Where: Saint Louis Music Park, 750 Casino Center Drive, Maryland Heights
- How much: $41.45-$386
- More info: ticketmaster.com
In 1969, disco got a new groove when the Chicago-based band Earth, Wind and Fire hit the scene. Decades later, the band remains a beloved beacon within American music history. They’ve won six Grammys, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and are described as the band that “changed the sound of Black pop” by Rolling Stone magazine. Songs like “September” and “Reasons” have become the soundtrack to fans’ lives worldwide. By Jasmine Osby
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