Events
Week of Events
Cozy Dog Blood Drive
This week, March 9th-15th, our own iconic Cozy Dog Drive In is hosting ALL WEEK at our ImpactLife Donor Center at 1999 Wabash Ave in Springfield. Along with our ImpactLife Reward you will also get a coupon for 2 FREE Cozy Dogs!!!! Come on out anytime this week & credit Cozy Dog on the Sign…
Curve Inn St. Pat’s Bash with live music from Dance Monkey
The Curve Inn St. Pat's Bash is a big part of the legendary St. Patrick's Day celebration in Springfield, IL. Free corned beef and cabbage starting at noon. Drink and shot specials, and live music with Dance Monkey 6:30-10:30pm. PLUS Dj Mikee from 10pm-2am.
Preston Jackson Discusses the Late Richard Hunt – One Art Legend Remembers Another
Preston Jackson Discusses the Late Richard Hunt – One Art Legend Remembers Another
SPRINGFIELD – One legend of the art world will remember another on March 13 when sculptor Preston Jackson visits the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to share his memories of the late Richard Hunt, the subject of a special exhibit at the presidential library. Based in central Illinois, Jackson has built a national reputation for…
Downtown Joliet Shamrock Stroll
Downtown Joliet Shamrock Stroll
Stroll through Downtown Joliet and enjoy Irish food and beverage specials, sales, and entertainment at over 15 participating businesses. Thank you to Old National Bank for sponsoring this event! For details, visit: www.jolietccp.com/shamrock
Joliet Iron Works Tour
Joliet Iron Works Tour
Which city carried the nickname City of Steel and Stone? Joliet's once-thriving industrial plant rivaled Pittsburgh's steel power. Explore the stone foundations that are more than 100 years old. An interpretive naturalist will share the fascinating stories of the men and machines who worked at the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site. Two sessions will be…
Family Friendly St. Patrick’s Day at JAHM
Family Friendly St. Patrick’s Day at JAHM
Your family is Invited to a Magical St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Joliet Area Historical Museum! Get ready for an afternoon full of fun, music, and creativity! Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Party packed with a DJ, exciting games, arts & crafts, and more! It’s going to be a pot o’ gold of…
40th Annual O’Shea Builders Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade
40th Annual O’Shea Builders Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 40th Annual Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade will travel through downtown Springfield on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Craic O’noon (12 p.m.) This year’s theme is “Raise a Glass to the Irish Lass”. For the first time in the Parade’s history, the Parade has named a title sponsor. O’Shea Builders has graciously agreed…
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