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Halloween Fun on The Weekender for October 31, 2025
Happy Halloween - don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour Saturday night before bed. Neon Rodeo Halloween Party Friday at Danenberger Family Vineyards at 7pm. 21+ only. More Info Little Shop of Horrors Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm at the Hoogland Center for the Arts. More Info Day of the Dead...
Oct 31, 2025
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Candy Giveaway at the Governor's Mansion and more on The Weekender for Friday, October 24, 2025
It's the last weekend before Halloween, and there are so many fun and frightful things to do. Have fun! LLCC Haunted Lab - Spooky Science Fun for Children Friday 5pm - 8:30pm. Free for all ages and shows begin every 30 minutes. Costumes are welcome, and there will be interactve stations with hands-on activities. Mor...
Oct 24, 2025
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Sangamon County Circuit Clerk to Host Passport Registration on October 25th
The Sangamon County Circuit Clerk's office is hosting another passport registration day this Saturday Oct 25th at the Rochester Public Library.
Oct 21, 2025
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Springfield's Only Halloween Party for Dogs and more on The Weekender for October 17, 2025
Looks like we're finally going to get the fall weather we've been hoping for! Harvest Days at The Gables Saturday Trick or Treating and Touch a Truck 1pm - 2:30pm. Kids costume contest starts at 2:30pm with prizes. More Info Friday Night Live - Fall Edition Friday evening in Downtown Springfield celebrates fall with l...
Oct 17, 2025
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State Senator Doris Turner to Host Senior Resource Fair on Nov 10th
State Senator Doris Turner will be hosting a senior resource fair on Monday November 10th. The event will take place from 9a to 1p at the Salvation Army of Springfield located at 1600 E. Clear Lake Ave.
Oct 14, 2025
Fall Festival, Frankenstein, Flannel and Fizz for The Weekender for October 10, 2025
Now that it actually feels like fall, these events will be even more fun this weekend. New Salem Candelight Walk Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site.. 5pm - 7:30pm each night. More Info Flannel & Fizz Friday 6-10pm at Bomke's Patch. $12 admission, 21 and older. Dress in your be...
Oct 10, 2025
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Haunted Houses, Candlelight Walks, and Clydesdales on The Weekender for October 3, 2025
The weather may not feel particularly fall-like, but you can celebrate fall anyway with some great festivals, football, haunted houses, and more. New Salem Candlelight Walk At Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site Friday, Saturday and Sunday 5pm - 7:30pm. The walk features the historic village lit entirely by candle...
Oct 03, 2025
Scavenger Hunts, Farm Fun, and Live Music on The Weekender for Friday, September 26, 2025
24th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival Friday 6p-10pm Saturday 8a - 10pm Sunday 7:30a - 2pm Downtown Springfield. Spectators are free. More Info Halloween Park Scavenger Hunt Saturday 9/26 9am - 7pm. Four different Halloween Scavenger Hunts will be available in Lincoln Park, Southwind Park, Stuart Pa...
Sep 25, 2025
Road Closures in Springfield This Weekend Due to International Route 66 Mother Road Festival
The City of Springfield Office of Public Works has announced those closures including, starting at noon on Friday, Sept. 26, 5th Street will be closed between Jefferson and Jackson Street, and 6th Street will be closed between American Legion Drive and Jefferson Street.
Sep 24, 2025
Jeff Dunham to Perform in Springfield at BOS Center
Dunham is scheduled to perform at the Bank of Springfield Center on April 11th, 2026.
Sep 22, 2025












