Events
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield
Route 66: The Road That Takes You Photographic Exhibition by David J. Schwartz
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield
ALPLM ‘Pillars of Democracy’ Women’s Role in Democracy Art Exhibit Opens May 15
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield
64th Annual International Carillon Festival
Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon 1740 W. Fayette Ave, Springfield
92.7 Summer Kickoff Cookout with Thunderstruck at The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
Stadium Smokehouse 2300 N Peoria Road, SpringfieldWeek of Events
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…
Route 66: The Road That Takes You Photographic Exhibition by David J. Schwartz
Route 66: The Road That Takes You — Springfield Edition is a photography exhibition by Lakewood, Ohio photographer David J. Schwartz, whose work was selected for the official USPS Route 66 Centennial commemorative stamps. For more than two decades, Schwartz has traveled the length of Route 66, documenting the people, places, and quiet moments that…
ALPLM ‘Pillars of Democracy’ Women’s Role in Democracy Art Exhibit Opens May 15
SPRINGFIELD – An art exhibition celebrating women’s vital role in democracy – and the hard work it took to get there – opens May 15 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum with a presentation by artist Niki Johnson. The mixed-media portraits in Johnson’s “Pillars of Democracy” present the figures of Liberty, Justice, Freedom, and Forward as voters holding signs with sayings such as…
64th Annual International Carillon Festival
The 64th International Carillon Festival, held in the beautiful Washington Park, in Springfield, IL, will be moving to Memorial Day Weekend in 2025! Make plans now to be in Springfield May 21, 2026 - May 24, 2026, Concert Every Night: 6 pm. Listen to Carilloneurs from around the world, enjoy family friendly fun, feast on…
72nd Benld Italian-American Days
BENLD, Ill. — A beloved community tradition returns this Memorial Day weekend as the 72nd Annual Benld Italian-American Days brings three days of food, music, and family fun to Benld City Park from Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24. Hosted by the Benld Italian-American Club, the long-running festival celebrates the area’s rich Italian heritage…
American Giants Museum Memorial Day Weekend
AGM hopes to see you this coming weekend at the American Giants Museum! Schedule is as follows - May 22 Friday is Open Museum Day come check out the new figures inside and the Giants Route 66 Stop across the street with even more figures and Route 66 décor and merch! May 23 Saturday is…
Monday, May 18, 2026
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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Thursday, May 21, 2026
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Friday, May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026 -92.7 Summer Kickoff Cookout with Thunderstruck at The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
92.7 Summer Kickoff Cookout with Thunderstruck at The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
Get Ready for Thunder Struck — An AC/DC Tribute! Join us for the ultimate 92.7 Summer Kickoff Cookout where rock meets sizzle! This in-person event brings the electrifying energy of…
Saturday, May 23, 2026
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May 23, 2026 - RecurringDowntown Bloomington Farmers Market
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held seasonally in historic Downtown Bloomington, the market offers a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, and specialty foods—all sourced…
Sunday, May 24, 2026
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