Local Events
Lincoln Presidential Half-Marathon Registration Opens Sunday Nov. 1st
The race, which will be run on April 10, 2027 begins and ends at the Old State Capitol.
Oct 30, 2026
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The Weekender for Oct. 23 - 25, 2026: Spooky Fun Across Springfield
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, it's a packed Halloween weekend around Springfield with trick-or-treat events, haunted happenings, live entertainment, theater, and family-friendly fun. Halloween Happenings Zoolie Ghoulie takes place at Henson Robinson Zoo Friday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday fr...
Oct 23, 2026
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Springfield Police Department Hosting Annual Halloween Safety Event on October 26th
The event is free and open to the public and will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on East Monroe Street in front of the Police Station.
Oct 22, 2026
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The Weekender for Oct. 16-18, 2026: Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, Misery & Fall Fun
It finally feels like fall! If you're looking for something to do this weekend, you'll find seasonal favorites, live music, theater, movies, Celtic traditions, and family-friendly fall fun happening throughout the Springfield area. Friday New Salem Candlelight Walk takes place from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lincoln's New...
Oct 16, 2026
ALPLM to Host "Abe's Haunted Hollow"
The Museum will be decorated for the occasion and the event will even feature a visit to one of the séances that Mary Lincoln held at the White House.
Oct 13, 2026
11th Annual Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference Underway
The 11th Annual Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference features historians, travel professionals and enthusiasts taking part in tours, programs and special events based at President Abraham Lincoln Springfield Hotel.
Oct 9, 2026
The Weekender for Sept. 25-27, 2026: Route 66 Festival, KC & The Sunshine Band & Football
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, the 25th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival leads a packed lineup featuring live music, tribute bands, movies, artisan vendors, and Friday night football throughout Central Illinois. Friday 25th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival kicks ...
Sep 25, 2026
Route 66 Mother Road Festival Happening This Weekend
The event's cruise with classic cars lines up at Capital City Shopping Center on South Dirksen Parkway and travels to downtown Springfield beginning at 6:15 PM Friday.
Sep 25, 2026
The Weekender for Sept. 18-20, 2026: Capital City Century, Clayville Fall Festival, & Water Lanterns
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, you'll find live theater, cycling, art fairs, fall festivals, live music, and family-friendly events happening throughout the Springfield area. Friday What the Constitution Means to Me comes to the UIS Studio Theatre Friday at 7:30 p.m. The production also runs Saturd...
Sep 18, 2026
2026 BUILD Springfield outreach day announced
The City of Springfield has announced the date of its fourth annual BUILD Springfield outreach event. An initiative championed by Mayor Misty Buscher, BUILD Springfield (Beautification, Unity, Innovation, Leadership, and Development) was designed to promote long-lasting, positive change to Springfield's neighborhoods t...
Sep 14, 2026












