Summerguide

People arrive early with their picnics and bottles of wine, setting everything out on blankets or at picnic tables, enjoying a summer evening before the opening of a play at the Springfield Municipal Opera near Lake Springfield. This summer marks the 75th year that the Muni has been wowing audiences with tremendous performances. Casts have […]

A hammered dulcimer, a cappella ensembles, percussion, a 72-member choir, bird songs, nature walks – all will come together May 30-June 1 in a three-day, three-venue festival of music called Hymnody of Earth, a series of musical numbers composed by Malcolm Dalglish. Sponsored by the Springfield Choral Society, in partnership with Lincoln Memorial Garden and […]

With summer just around the corner, many parents are probably wondering how to keep kids busy, as well as engaged with all of the learning they’ve accomplished over the last school year. Look no further than your local library for great options that are both entertaining and educational. Summer reading has been proven to help […]

Summertime is the perfect opportunity to spend time with your friends and family, and there are tons of opportunities to do so right here in Springfield and the surrounding communities. But enjoying summer doesn’t have to mean spending money. Read on for some free opportunities to soak up the fun and sun with your family. […]

MAY Pawnee Prairie Days May 29-31. Three days of fun including a carnival rides and games, pageants, barbecue contest, tractor pull, car show, live music and much more. See the Facebook page for more info. Pawnee Square, Pawnee, 617 Seventh St., 622-4661. Janet Evra Thu., May 29, 6-9:30pm. The first show of the 10-week 2025 […]

The Springfield Park District has been bringing the community outside for 125 years, and it’s celebrating this summer with a packed calendar of events for the whole family. Founded in 1900, the Springfield Park District is one of the largest in the state and encompasses more than 2,800 acres, from quaint neighborhood playgrounds and quiet […]

You have already been wowed by the tricks of magician Tristan Crist and as you sit in the darkened theater, you eagerly await the finale. As the music crescendos, the theater lights reveal Crist’s assistant in a small metal cage. He flourishes a curtain for only a few seconds, dropping it to reveal the assistant […]

The number 50 holds special significance for The Capital Area Concert Band. Not only has it been a fully formed orchestral ensemble for half a century, it also has performed at 50 venues in Springfield. With 50 dedicated volunteer musicians spanning 75 years from ages 17 to 92, the CACB continues to resonate with the […]

Three area events this summer include a theme involving classic cars, including an awareness-raising cruise-in at Habitat for Humanity, a 100th birthday party for Maid Rite and the 11th Annual Powerlight Abe Lincoln Car Show. Here are brief summaries of each: Spring Cleaning Cruise-In Wednesday, May 29 5:30-8:30 p.m. Habitat for Humanity 2744 S. Sixth […]

From outdoor festivals to a night out under the lights, having a fun-filled summer in the capital city doesn’t have to break the bank. Mark these free events on your calendar and take advantage of discounted activities for both kids and grownups. The 2024 Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series kicks off May 30. Located across […]

Is there anything more summery than a picnic? Whether you’re sitting at a bench with a deli sandwich or spread out on a blanket with a basket of homemade treats, food always tastes better outdoors. While it may seem to be the epitome of leisure, pulling off a perfect picnic does require some planning. Keep […]