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Countdown of the top 10 ways to ring in 2019 in Downtown Springfield
December 13, 2018
It’s almost time for the final countdown of 2018. Looking for a festive way to ring in 2019? There are plenty of places to take a cup of kindness for auld lang syne. So in keeping with the spirit of the night, here’s a countdown — from 10 to 1 — of ways to celebrate… Read More
We’re Hiring a Member Relations Coordinator!
December 11, 2018
Do you have top-notch organizational skills? Are you a creative problem solver who loves working with people? You might be just the person we’re looking for! The Downtown Springfield Association seeks qualified applicants for its Member Relations Coordinator position. It’s a part-time, contract position that runs from early January through June 30, 2019. The successful… Read More
The 2018 Downtown Springfield Christmas Parade: Behind the numbers.
December 06, 2018
A holiday tradition returns at 2 p.m. Dec. 8 when the 2018 Downtown Springfield Christmas Parade marches through Park Central Square. The parade is presented by Penmac Staffing. This year’s parade theme is “Wonders of Christmas.” It honors the incredible accomplishments of Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium. That venue drew 1.6… Read More
Downtown Springfield is thankful
November 21, 2018
The Downtown Springfield Association would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. We hope you’re taking time today to be with friends and family for good food and good fellowship. We’re thankful for each and everyone of you who chooses to live, play and work in Downtown Springfield. We asked some downtowners what they are… Read More
Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony: An Insider’s Guide
November 15, 2018
The most wonderful time of the year arrives a little early in Downtown Springfield. Five days before families gather for Thanksgiving feasts, the Festival Of Lights kicks off with the Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony in Park Central Square Nov. 17. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. The tree will glow at 7:30. But… Read More
Calling all artists: Apply now for Artsfest 2019!
November 01, 2018
Imagine a beautiful, tree-lined street. On either side sit historic Victorian homes. Roaming the sun-splashed asphalt are more than 20,000 art lovers of all ages. And there you are showing off your art at Southwest Missouri’s best art festival. Now quit imagining! Head to zapplication.org and submit your application for Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street,… Read More
McGrath joins DSA team, more internship opportunities available
October 25, 2018
Rachel McGrath is like a lot of students who move to Springfield for college. She learned about the Downtown Springfield Association thanks to a fantastic fall festival. “My first experiences with DSA was attending Cider Days with a few girls from my dorm, who are now my roomates,” McGrath, a St. Louis native, said. “I’ve… Read More
Nine steps to playing the Downtown Open
October 11, 2018
The Downtown Open — presented by Central Bank of the Ozarks and Wil Fischer is this Saturday, Oct. 13. It will turn Downtown Springfield into a pop-up mini golf course, the first of its kind in the Queen City. Get your tickets now so you can play the Front Nine, the Back Nine or both. Then… Read More
Downtown Springfield to host parade Dec. 8 with “Wonders of Christmas” theme
October 04, 2018
Readers of USA Today named Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium the No. 1 new attraction and the top aquarium in the country. The sparkling facility has captured the imaginations of children and adults from across the country. It has also inspired the theme of this year’s Downtown Springfield Christmas Parade. The… Read More
Queen City’s growing music scene will shine at Springfield Jazz Festival
September 28, 2018
Country music’s roots run deep in southwest Missouri, but the Queen City of the Ozarks will show off its growing jazz music scene Saturday, Sept. 29, in Downtown Springfield. Systematic Savings Bank presents the ninth annual Springfield Jazz Festival, from noon-7 p.m. on two stages. This free events is a celebration of culture, diversity and,… Read More