Capital City Visitor

American 66 Mother Road Diner (inside Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center) 625 E. St. Joseph St. 217-529-6626 Abe’s Hideout 2301 S. Dirksen Pkwy. 217-679-2044 abeshideouts.com Applebee’s Grill & Bar 2554 Sunrise Dr. 217-528-7021 applebees.com Aunt Lou’s Soul Food 524 E. Monroe 217-717-1916 auntlous.com Big Sharks Fish & Chicken 330 South Grand Ave. 217-717-9700 Bob […]

Microbreweries Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling 619 E. Washington St. (downtown) 217-679-1195 anvilandforge.com One of a burgeoning number of craft breweries in the capital city, Anvil & Forge opened in late 2018. The place has a no-nonsense vibe, with walls made from metal siding and reclaimed barn wood, a cement floor and a mix […]

Antiques and Flea Markets Abe’s Old Hat Antiques & Country Store 111 N. Sixth St. 217-414-3320 Abe’s Tradin’ Post 2704 Peoria Rd. 217-753-2237 Barrel Antique Mall 14266 Frazee Rd, Divernon. 217-628-9192 Hilda’s Antique Mall 5850 S. Sixth St. Rd. 217-585-1438 barrelantiquemall.com Northfield Flea Market 3226 E. Sangamon Ave. 217-306-1873 Sangamon Antique Mall 3050 E. Sangamon […]

ONGOING Small Beginnings Various dates through June 6, 1:30 p.m. This short play tells the story of Robert Smalls. Smalls, enslaved from birth, commandeered a Confederate ship in Charleston, South Carolina, and used it to take family and friends to freedom. Reggie Guyton portrays Smalls and Randy Erwin provides a moving musical soundtrack for each […]

Performing arts Copper Coin Ballet Company 420 S. Sixth St. coppercoinballet@gmail.com coppercoinballet.org Reimagines the context and potential for dance in our community to create unique collaborations in artistic expression among burgeoning artists nurtured by experienced artists. CCBC stages annual performances of “Rockballet” and Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.” Grant Conservatory of Music and Dance 501 W. Elliott […]

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-to-date information and offerings Boating and fishing Lake Springfield 217-757-8660 x1011 cwlp.com Public boat launches are available from a variety of locations. Try your hand at fishing from the shoreline or from your boat in a private cove. Lake Springfield Marina 17 Waters […]

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-to-date information and offerings The nightlife of Springfield and surrounding communities is diverse and robust. Blues, folk, jazz, rock, country, hip-hop, dance music, open mic events and karaoke nights are well represented on any given night in central Illinois and the capital city. […]

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-to-date information and offerings American 2 Wingz 848 South Grand Ave. E. 217-670-1895 6th St. Café 214 S. Sixth St. 217-572-9500 3Sixteen Wine Bar 316 N. Main St., Chatham 217-697-8569 3sixteenwinebar.com Abe’s Hideout 2301 S. Dirksen Pkwy. 217-679-2044 abeshideouts.com Alexander’s Steak House 620 […]

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-to-date information and offerings Microbreweries Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling 619 E. Washington St. (downtown) 217-679-1195 anvilandforge.com One of a burgeoning number of craft breweries in the capital city, Anvil & Forge opened in late 2018. The place has a no-nonsense vibe, […]

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-to-date information and offerings Antiques and Flea Markets Abe’s Old Hat Antiques & Country Store 111 N. Sixth St. 217-414-3320 Abe’s Tradin’ Post 2704 Peoria Rd. 217-753-2237 Barrel Antique Mall 5850 S. Sixth St. Rd. 217-585-1438 barrelantiquemall.com Hilda’s Antique Mall 14266 Frazee Rd., […]

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Event listings updated daily at illinoistimes.com Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-to-date information and offerings MAY Abe’s Mini Triathlon May 8, Sat, 8:30am. 100-yard swim, 5-mile bike ride and 1-mile run. triharderpromotions.com. Porta High School, Petersburg, 17651 Bluejay Road, 217-341-1309. Mother’s Day Remembrance Tribute May 8, Sat,10-11am. Honoring […]