Forest Park Picnics - Life is Short · Have a Picnic

The Easiest Date Night
in St. Louis

Curated picnic dates in Forest Park. Gourmet meals from STL's best restaurants. Zero hassle. Pure romance.

Wednesday - Saturday · April - October

2hrs
Your private picnic time
90%
Restaurant packaging eliminated
$5
Donated to Forest Park Forever

The Experience

A three-course meal from four acclaimed local eateries, enjoyed in a beautiful spot in Forest Park.

Just bring yourself.

01

Three-Course Perfection

Appetizers, shareable entrees, and frozen desserts from four rotating local restaurants. Our menu changes monthly, featuring acclaimed eateries from the Central West End and Grove neighborhoods.

02

Fully Stocked Baskets

Blanket, cups, cutlery, napkins, corkscrew—everything's included. Food is packed fresh and temperature managed throughout your picnic.

03

Two Scenic Locations

Choose Art Hill (near the St. Louis Art Museum) or Pagoda Lake (by The Muny). Both offer stunning views and the perfect backdrop for your date.

St. Louis' Favorite Date

Private Picnic Dates in Forest Park, St. Louis

Forest Park is one of the most beautiful urban parks in America—and the perfect setting for a romantic date. Our curated picnic experiences combine stunning scenery with gourmet meals from St. Louis's best local restaurants.

Reserve Your Spot
Forest Park Picnics basket setup with branded bento boxes, cups, ice cream chiller, and picnic essentials

How It Works

Easiest. Date. Ever.

1

Book Online

Availability is limited, so book early and don't worry – you can cancel or reschedule for free up to 24 hours before or if the weather becomes decidedly un-picnicky. Choose Lunch (Art Hill) or Dinner (Pagoda Lake) below to see available dates.

2

Meet & Grab

Meet us at the designated pickup/dropoff spot. We'll hand you a fully-stocked picnic basket and blanket with everything you need — just a few steps away from an idyllic spot for your perfect picnic.

3

Enjoy & Relax

Find your ideal spot—sun, shade, whatever you prefer—and spend 2 hours enjoying a three-course meal in one of St. Louis's most beautiful settings. No noisy dining room, no hovering waitstaff. Just you two.

Schedule & Availability

Schedule & Availability

Art Hill

Near the St. Louis Art Museum

Wed–Satat 11:30am

April–October

Pagoda Lake

By The Muny

Wed–Satat 5:30pm

May–September

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your picnic

What Couples Are Saying

Real experiences from real dates.

★★★★★

"This was the most romantic date we've ever had. The food was incredible, the setup was perfect, and we didn't have to worry about a single thing. Worth every penny!"

Sarah & James  ·  Anniversary

★★★★★

"As tourists visiting St. Louis, this was the highlight of our trip. We got to taste food from multiple amazing local restaurants while enjoying the beautiful park. Highly recommend!"

Emily R.  ·  Vacation

★★★★★

"We've done a lot of dates, but this one stands out. The quality of the food, the thoughtful details, and the gorgeous location made it unforgettable. Already planning our next one!"

Michael & Lisa  ·  Date Night

Stay in the Loop

Heck yes I want emails from ForestParkPicnics.com

New menus, availability alerts, and the occasional picnic love letter.

Book Your Picnic

Choose your location and pick a date. Your perfect picnic awaits.

Midday Picnic at Art Hill

Near the St. Louis Art Museum · Wed–Sat at 11:30am · April–October

Evening Picnic at Pagoda Lake

By The Muny · Wed–Sat at 5:30pm · May–September

What's Included

Three-course meal from 4 local eateries

Fully-stocked picnic basket

Blanket, cups, cutlery, corkscrew

2-hour private picnic time

$5 donation to Forest Park Forever

Good to Know

Availability is limited—book early

Free cancellation 24+ hours before

Operating Wed–Sat, April–October

Two scenic locations available

Menu rotates monthly

Perfect for dates & special occasions

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