OK, oyster lovers, it’s time for that annual rite of summer – the Springfield Oyster and Beer Festival at the Inn at 835. Festival organizers are preparing a whopping 6,000 oysters for the event. Now that’s a whole lot of oyster shucking and char-grilling. Not into oysters? Not a problem. The event will feature 150 varieties of beer plus three food trucks serving up pizza, gyros and more. Chris Camp and His Blues Ambassadors, Off the Wall and Mid-October will perform during the festivities. This festival, in its 13th year, has a solid tradition of raising money for local causes. This year is no different as proceeds will help Downtown Springfield Inc., the city’s nationally accredited Main Street organization dedicated to creating and supporting a vibrant neighborhood through collaboration, creativity and leadership. With two large tents at the site, this event will happen rain or shine. A $75 VIP ticket gets purchasers a SOB Festival tasting glass, food prepared by the Inn at 835’s chef and much more. Visit the website at sobfestival.com for advance tickets or pay at the gate.
SOB Festival
Saturday, Sept. 2, 12-5 p.m.
Inn at 835
835 S. Second St.
217-522-3123
$35-$75
This article appears in Renovation revelations.
