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A Homemade Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit from Lost Signal Brewing Company
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Make Mother’s Day memorable in Downtown Springfield

May 06, 2021

It’s impossible to repay mothers for everything they do for us. We should at least try, though. Want to make your mom feel special this Mother’s Day? Take her to Downtown Springfield! The calendar is packed with fun events all weekend long, including several mom-centric events Sunday, May 9. Here are some highlights. Brunch Not… Read More


Exterior photo of SBC's The Cellar, with a sunset visible behind the building's sign
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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


A man and three women pose for a photo at the ShamRox 5K
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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


Logo for First Friday Art Walk's 20th Year
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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


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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


Event poster for 'The Sound of Music' at Springfield Little Theatre
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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


Cast and crew record a scene from Fugitive Songs
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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


A woman holds a glass of champagne
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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


Event poster for Springfield Brewing Company 23rd Anniversary Celebration
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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


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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