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Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield
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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…
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…
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
Jambalaya Jazz with Frank Parker at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
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…
Hamel Route 66 Car and Bike Show
Hamel Route 66 Car and Bike Show
This year's Hamel Route 66 Car and Bike Show will be Saturday September 13th, from 8am to 2pm. This will be a great event. All proceeds from the show go…
Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
The Small Town Dreamers Market was founded in 2020 by Cassie & Brad Rovey, of The Rooted Home. "We were in the midst of renovations of the Opera House to…
TyJon Charlie at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
TyJon Charlie at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
TyJon Charlie brings an intimate experience weaving stories of life’s highs and lows through his captivating original songs. His indie folk meets indie rock sound draws you in, blending shimmering…
Homegrown: The Zac Brown Band Tribute Experience
Homegrown: The Zac Brown Band Tribute Experience
2025 End of Summer Celebration - Come "Rock It Out" with us at Sherman Village Park Amphitheater!!! $10. Purchase Tickets @ GATE ONLY. NO PRESALES Learn about our venue and…
4th Annual Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Induction Award Ceremony
4th Annual Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Induction Award Ceremony
The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 has rescheduled their annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to Sunday, September 14th at 5:00pm at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet. The new date will combine both the 2024 and 2025 inductions as voted by the museum’s Charter Members. “From Rock to Blues, to…
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