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SBC’s The Cellar is the Queen City’s newest gem
March 24, 2021
Trust us when we tell you Springfield Brewing Company has some real gems in The Cellar. SBC has been a cornerstone of Downtown for more than 20 years, with award-winning craft beer, great food and live music. Now, just three months after opening, The Cellar has also become a vital part of our neighborhood. Here’s… Read More
We’ve got more St. Patrick’s fun than one day can handle
March 10, 2021
St. Patrick’s Day is always a big day for revelry in Downtown Springfield. March 17 falls smack dab in the middle of the week in 2021, but there’s no way that’s going to stop the fun. Instead, we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Days, with festivities starting March 13 and running through the big day. Looking for… Read More
First Friday Art Walk: Something old, something new, something stamped, something brewed
March 03, 2021
Itching for some fresh air? Get yourself Downtown on March 5 for First Friday Artwalk! This Springfield institution is celebrating its 20th year of great art and great memories, and it’s all free! Check out FFAW’s website for a map of participating venues and read this month’s Art Walk News. Come to our neighborhood Friday… Read More
Kick off Black History Month with the History Museum on the Square
February 03, 2021
Celebrate Black History Month with the History Museum on the Square in Downtown Springfield! USA Today’s 2019 Best New Attraction hosts a free program Saturday, Feb. 6, at 2 p.m. in the historic Fox Theatre. Join them in person or virtually as they feature the newly-created African American Heritage Trunk. Registration is required. The trunk… Read More
Downtown is alive with ‘The Sound of Music.’ Thanks, SLT!
January 28, 2021
Downtown Springfield is coming to life for the next two weeks thanks to Springfield Little Theatre. The volunteer-driven, non-profit community theatre presents “The Sound of Music” Jan. 29-Feb. 14 at the Landers Theatre. The final collaboration between Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. Featuring a trove… Read More
Springfield Contemporary Theatre launches Fugitive Songs with premiere event Feb. 11
January 20, 2021
Springfield Contemporary Theatre continues its tradition of innovative, immersive theatre with a special debut experience for Fugitive Songs. SCT’s latest MainStage production premieres online Feb. 11. The SCT team is thrilled to present the Southwest Missouri premiere of this off-Broadway musical. Current Grammy Award nominee and Missouri State University alumnus Nathan Tysen wrote the lyrics…. Read More
Whether you’re rockin’ or relaxin’, celebrate New Year’s Eve with Downtown Springfield
December 30, 2020
We say this with much joy: Goodbye, 2020! We’re all ready to ring in a new year, right? The big question is this: Get out or stay home? No matter what you want your New Year’s Eve to look like, rockin’ or relaxin’, Downtown Springfield has what you’re looking for. All of our small, locally-owned… Read More
Happy 23rd, Springfield Brewing Company!
December 16, 2020
The craft beer boom in Springfield has been incredible. Several new breweries have popped up in the Queen City, including Hold Fast Brewing (2019) and Lost Signal Brewing Company (2017) right here in Downtown Springfield. But there might not have been any boom without Springfield Brewing Company. The brewery, restaurant and bar celebrates its 23rd… Read More
The 2020 Holiday Shopping Guide is here. And say hello to our holiday app!
December 04, 2020
Gift giving is not everyone’s love language, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Picking out the right presents for the people you love isn’t always easy. Don’t feel bad. The Downtown Springfield Association is here to help. We’re proud to present the 2020 Holiday Shopping Guide, featuring some of Downtown’s greatest retailers, restaurants, coffee shops… Read More
Queen City Soda & Sweets celebrates its “Candyversary”
November 05, 2020
It’s been a pretty sweet year on Park Central West. And it’s all thanks to Queen City Soda & Sweets. This family-owned small business opened its doors in November 2019. This Saturday, Nov. 7, Queen City Soda & Sweets is celebrating with a One-Year “Candyversary” Bash from noon-6 p.m. Want to go? We’ve got the… Read More
