Things to Do in Springfield, IL
Springfield, Illinois hosts around 150 upcoming events, with approximately 80 scheduled within the next 30 days for its population of about 110,000. Roughly 20 percent of these listings are free to attend. The program is dominated by Theater & Performing Arts events, which account for about 50 entries, followed by Sports & Fitness with around 30. Other significant categories include Workshops & Classes at 15, Concerts & Live Music at 11, Business & Networking at 9, and Community & Social gatherings at 8. Key venues featuring the most listings are the Hoogland Center for the Arts, Nelson Center Ice Rink In Lincoln Park, Sangamon Auditorium, White Oaks Mall, B's Creative Studio, and Bank of Springfield Center. Notable performers with upcoming dates include the Springfield Jr. Blues, Come From Away, Cirque Italia - Water Circus, Pippin, and White Christmas. These options provide a wide range of activities for residents and visitors looking to plan their time this month.
City facts
- Weather
- 57°F · Overcast · High 63° / low 55°F · 100% precip
- Population
- 114,394 (2020)
- Elevation
- 182 m
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Frequently asked questions about events in Springfield
- How many events are free in Springfield?
- About 20 percent of the listed events in Springfield are free. This means roughly one in five activities does not require a ticket purchase.
- Where can I find the most upcoming events?
- The venues with the most upcoming listings are the Hoogland Center for the Arts, Nelson Center Ice Rink In Lincoln Park, Sangamon Auditorium, White Oaks Mall, B's Creative Studio, and Bank of Springfield Center.
- What is the most common type of event?
- Theater & Performing Arts is the most listed event type with about 50 entries. Sports & Fitness follows with around 30 listings, while Workshops & Classes make up 15.
- Which performers have upcoming dates in Springfield?
- Performers with upcoming dates include the Springfield Jr. Blues, Come From Away, Cirque Italia - Water Circus, Pippin, and White Christmas.