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Parking Fees to Begin for Hoogland Center of the Arts Shows
Metropolis now owns the ramp and those seeking to use the one next to the Hoogland will need to either register with the firm or scan a Q-R code on site. According to the Hoogland, parking rates will be $2.49 for the first hour (including processing fees), with each additional hour at $1.50. The daily maximum is $10.99...
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Shinedown to Play Illinois State Fair Grandstand
Shinedown boasts over 8.3 billion global streams, 4 No. 1 rock hits, 15 platinum and gold singles, and platinum or gold certification for every album in their catalog with songs like "Second Change," "Simple Man" and "Sound of Madness."
Feb 17, 2026
Illinois Native Bailey Zimmerman to Play Illinois State Fair Grandstand
Zimmerman is a native of Louisville in southeastern Illinois. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 am on Ticketmaster.
Feb 10, 2026
Matchbox 20 to Play Illinois State Fair Grandstand
The group has earned hits in each of the past three decades including "3AM," "Push," and "Unwell". Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 am through Ticketmaster.
Feb 09, 2026
Springfield's First Night Plans Announced
The Springfield Area Arts Council has announced plans for the 39th annual First Night Springfield celebration on New Year's Eve. The event is a family-friendly, alcohol-free celebration of the arts based in downtown Springfield. Children's programs will be held from noon to 5 p.m at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Lib...
Dec 22, 2025
Holiday Lights Parade, The Nutcracker, Skating and more for The Weekender for Friday, December 5, 2025
Looking for a little Christmas Spirit? You'll find more than a little this weekend with so many holiday events to choose from! Springfield Jaycee's Holiday Lights Parade Saturday at 5pm in downtown Springfield. Route is Jefferson to 5th Street to Monroe to 6th Street to Washington. More Info Illinois Product Holiday ...
Dec 05, 2025
Copper Coin Ballet to Offer Free Performances of the Nutcracker at ALPLM
The dates of those performances are Saturday, December 13 and Saturday, December 20 at 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM. Each performance will be a mini-ballet experience.
Nov 25, 2025
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Holiday Movies, Winter Farmer's Market, and Pet Photos with Santa on The Weekender for Friday, November 21, 2025
Friday Night Live Friday in Downtown Springfield starting at 5pm. There will be live music at multiple venues, art galleries open late as well as local shops, restaurants and coffee shops staying open after hours. More Info Holiday Movie Night at the Railyard Kick off the holiday season with Holiday Movie Night featur...
Nov 21, 2025
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Inaugural Season of the Women's Pro Baseball League to be Played at Robin Roberts Stadium
The WPBL season will consist of four teams playing a seven-week schedule beginning in early August.
Nov 17, 2025
Santa Arrives in Style on The Weekender for Friday, November 14, 2025
Santa's Grand Arrival Friday at White Oaks Mall from 6-8pm. Welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus to White Oaks Mall with bands, choirs, dance performances, and much more holiday fun. More Info Good Witch, Bad Witch: A Wicked and Wonderful Celebration Friday and Saturday at 7pm, Sunday at 2pm at the Legacy Theatre. You'll hea...
Nov 14, 2025
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