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Find some fun in Founders Park this June
June 03, 2021
Founders Park is hidden away from Downtown Springfield’s main thoroughfares. If you haven’t spent much time in this .7-acre park at 330 East Water St., this June is a great chance to fix that. Three regular events are scheduled for Founders Park, all of them free and all of them packed with family-friendly fun. Here… Read More
Hurts Donut Company announces National Donut Day charity partnership
May 28, 2021
Hurts Donut Company is partnering with The Warrior’s Journey for National Donut Day. The charity will receive 10% of National Donut Day sales from each Hurts Donut location on June 4. “National Donut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army,” Tim Clegg, Founder and CEO of Hurts Donut Company, said. “The original intent… Read More
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
Volunteers needed for Artsfest, May 1 & 2, 2021
April 05, 2021
Artsfest is returning to Historic Walnut Street May 1 & 2, 2021! Once again, we’ll be relying on a team of wonderful volunteers to truly make this festival possible. While the heart and soul of Artsfest remains the same, there will be a few changes. The safety and security of all artists, vendors, patrons and… Read More
Tickets for Artsfest are on sale now!
April 02, 2021
Limited capacity means a limited amount of tickets will be available for the 40th Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street, presented by Great Southern Bank, May 1 & 2. Want to go? Get your tickets today! Artsfest will look different in 2021 as festival organizers work to keep the community safe from COVID-19. In the past,… Read More
40th Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street set for May 1 & 2
March 19, 2021
For the first time since 2019, Artsfest, presented by Great Southern Bank, is returning to Historic Walnut Street in Downtown Springfield! The Springfield Regional Arts Council and Downtown Springfield Association announced Friday morning that plans are moving forward to host southwest Missouri’s largest outdoor arts festival May 1-2. The festival will be open 10 a.m.-6… Read More
We’re ready to Rally For Recovery on #GiveOzarks Day. And we need your help.
March 17, 2021
Park Central Square has been far too quiet in the last year. We’re ready for that to change. As our community emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Downtown Springfield Association is ready to emerge from its events hibernation. But we can’t do it without your help. With that in mind, the DSA is participating in… Read More
Grassroots organization MIDxMIDWST launches Kickstarter campaign
March 16, 2021
MIDxMIDWST Mural Art & Festival, is seeking community support through the launch of a Kickstarter Campaign beginning today, March 16, 2021. A community backing through this Kickstarter is an opportunity for Springfield residents and businesses to help bring a new and exciting public art and music festival to life. The Kickstarter is the first opportunity… 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