Events
Events for September 12, 2025
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was…
Javapalooza 2025
Take the time to smell the coffee in southwest Illinois this fall. Javapalooza returns to coffee shops throughout the Great Rivers & Routes region Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, showcasing great brews, a Latte Art Competition and the popular Coffee Connoisseur giveaway. A total of 16 participating coffee shops will serve up a signature Javapalooza…
Hilda’s Annual Fall Festival
It’s almost time for Hilda’s Annual Fall Festival. Hilda's Antique Mall is full of vintage antiques and collectibles including glassware, vinyl, metal signage, vintage lamps, plus so much more. You’ll…
Nickorbobs Annual Fall Festival
It’s almost time for Nickorbobs Annual Fall Festival. Nickorbobs Home Gifts Antiques & Boutiques is a locally owned business which opened in 1994. Nickorbobs consists of over 40 artist and…
Fall Open House at The Rooted Home
FALL OPEN HOUSE AT THE ROOTED HOME Friday, September 12th: 11AM–6PMSaturday, September 13th: 9AM–3PM FALL INTO THE ROOTED HOME Free seasonal wreath with $50 purchase or more *1 per cust. Giveaways & a special gift basket drawing DIY Workshops September Specials – 20% OFF wall décor, florals & greenery, and home fragrances (in-store only, some exclusions apply) Shop: Home décor Greenery…
DESTIHL Brewery Oktoberfest Weekend 2025
Get ready to don your Lederhosen or Dirndl and get hyped for our annual Oktoberfest weekend at the Beer Hall! Our celebration will be jam-packed with Live Music, Activities, and a mouthwatering array of German-themed food. Plus, we've got exclusive beer releases and delicious wine & beertails available all weekend long. This is the event…
Jambalaya Jazz with Frank Parker at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Join local Springfield legend Frank Parker for a jazz jam night AND featuring jambalaya (and other food) from A Taste of Seoul! Buzz Bomb now has cocktails and wine in addition to beer too. Show is free and musicians welcome to sit in. Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year, including Tuesday…
Bolingbrook Jubilee & Pathways Parade & Fest
It's time to celebrate our 60 year Anniversary! There will be concerts, food trucks, a car show, a parade where we honor our residents and so much more. Bolingbrook Town Center, September 12-14. Pathways Parade at 2:00pmPathFest Stage EntertainmentHollywood Swinging - 4:30Petting ZooKids Games & InflatablesFood, Beer, Soda, WaterBags TournamentClimbing WallTrackless TrainBalloon Artist
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