• Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space

    The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United States

    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

    Edwardsville, Litchfield, Staunton, Granite City IL, United States

    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…

  • Area 66 Haunted School at The Pink Elephant Antique Mall

    Pink Elephant Antique Mall/Twistee Treat Diner 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United States

    Dare to enter the spookiest school in town! Area 66 Haunted School brings chills, thrills, and hair-raising scares every Friday and Saturday night throughout October 3rd - November 1st. From…

    $19.99
  • Lincoln Memorial Garden Forest Therapy

    Lincoln Memorial Garden 2301 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, United States

    Forest Bathing, also called Forest Therapy, is a practice of deepening a sense of connection or relationship with nature through a 1.5- 2-hour walk. It is typically a slow wander…

  • Reenacted Wedding of Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd

    St. Paul’s Cathedral 815 S. 2nd St, Springfield, IL, United States

    Step inside the very church where Reverend Dresser once pastored and witness a heartfelt reenactment of the Lincoln wedding. Featuring a period-costumed wedding couple and a specially recreated gown inspired…