Events starting Nov. 25

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  • Last Saturday of every month, 5-8 p.m.

    Burger King

    2 Corvette Dr., Litchfield Central Illinois

    Free

    Automobile showcase to bring together area car enthusiasts. Food and frozen drink specials inside restaurant. 217-321-4509
  • Through Jan. 21, 2024

    Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

    212 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

    Free with admission

    Explore stories of home. Representing diverse experiences across the prairie state, the exhibit will inspire visitors to connect through artifacts, videos and interactive features with how people have imagined, created and found home in Illinois. 217-558-8844
  • Mondays-Saturdays

    Various locations

    Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

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    Ten meetings are held in the local area each week. Five are in-person and four are hybrid of in-person and via Zoom. One meeting is Zoom only. Visit the website or call for more information. 217-891-2981
  • Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12-4 p.m.

    Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum

    1440 Monument Ave., Springfield North Side

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    This exhibit tells the story of Illinois' long fight for freedom from slavery. It is on loan from the National Park Service. 217-391-6323
  • Illinois Governor's Mansion

    410 E. Jackson St., Springfield Downtown

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    Experience the beautiful holiday decorations at the Illinois Governor's Mansion with a 30-minute tour on the half hour from 11am through 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays and 4:30-6:30 pm. on Wednesdays, through December 20. 217-210-1020
  • Wednesdays, Saturdays, 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through Dec. 20

    SAA Collective Gallery

    105 N. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

    Free admission

    Celebrate the holidays with the SAA Collective! In addition to fine art, we will have a variety of gift worthy items made by our local artists that are sure to surprise everyone on your shopping list. All holiday merchandise are handmade, unique, and cost-friendly. 217-544-2787
  • Wednesdays, Saturdays, 4-7 p.m. Continues through Dec. 23

    Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

    212 N. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

    The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will join the fun of downtown Springfield’s Holiday Walks for Winter Nights at the Museum with ballet performances, craft tables for children, amazing lights and special effects, and free admission during special hours.* The Copper Coin Ballet Company will perform selections from “The Nutcracker” in the museum’s Union Theater each Wednesday and Saturday, beginning December 6 and running through December 23.* The fun also includes arts and crafts activities for children at the Winter Wonder Workshop, located in Lincoln’s Cafe. Each week we’ll share different winter-themed craft activities. 217-558-8844
  • Henson Robinson Zoo

    1100 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

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    Thursday through Sunday, 5-9pm through Dec. 17, then daily through Dec. 23. Take a stroll through the zoo and enjoy thousands of lights and themed lighted displays. Enjoy the Zoo Choo Express hot chocolate bar or roast a marshmallow over the fire pit for a delicious s'more. Grab the family and gather at one of the photo opportunities for your holiday pics! There will be bonus features scheduled for certain dates. 217-585-1821
  • Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. Continues through Dec. 16

    Vachel Lindsay Home State Historic Site

    603 S. Fifth St., Springfield Downtown

    Join in free, family-friendly fun. No reservations needed. 217-524-0901
  • Saturdays, 10 a.m.

    Springfield First United Methodist Church

    2941 S. Koke Mill Road, Springfield West Side

    217-416-1648
  • Saturdays, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

    Northern Lights Lounge

    500 N. Dirksen Pkwy., Springfield North Side

    Enjoy the best karaoke in Springfield at Northern Lights Lounge every Saturday night. Come out to hear the best performances around Springfield's karaoke scene. 217-522-2275
  • Fourth Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    Stella Coffee & Tea

    1135 W. Governor St., Springfield Springfield Area

    Free

    Music in the morning! Acoustic musicians are welcome to sign up to play a song or two to entertain our coffee and tea crowd. Hosted by Rich Van Dorn. 262-622-3151
  • Fourth Saturday of every month, 12-3 p.m. Continues through Dec. 23

    Ace Hardware

    1600 Wabash Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

    Forever Home Feline Ranch will have cats available for adoption. Opportunities also available for fostering and volunteering. Donations welcome. 217-787-5100
  • Fri., Dec. 29, 7-10:30 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 30, 8:30 p.m.-12 a.m.

    Lime Street Cafe

    951 S. Durkin Dr., Springfield Springfield Area

    Angel Brown's Smooth N' Blue Band performs live at Lime Street Cafe. The group features Angel Brown, Rick Gasparin, Bob Hagler and Gary Niehaus. 217-793-1905