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Balloons Over 66

Fri., Aug. 23, 1:30-11 p.m., Sat., Aug. 24, 6:15 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 25, 6:15 a.m.-4 p.m.

Downtown Lincoln

Lincoln, Lincoln Central Illinois

Fairs & Festivals

Up, up and away! See hot air balloons take to the skies for Balloons Over 66 weekend. Includes art fair, vendor show, barbecue competition, Dock Dogs, 5K race, activities for kids, live music, food trucks and more. 217-732-8687
Mary Poppins

Aug. 23-25 and Aug. 30-Sept. 1

Hoogland Center for the Arts LRS Theatre 1

420 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Get Tickets
$22

Theater & Comedy

The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives. Using magic and common sense, she teaches the family how to value each other again. 217-523-2787
Mustang and All Ford Show

Sun., Aug. 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Landmark Ford

2401 Prairie Crossing, Springfield West Side

Bulletin Board

Rain or shine. Open to all vehicles with a Ford body and/or motor. Proceeds benefit the National Guard Association of Illinois Relief Fund. Food and dessert truck onsite. Presented by Central Illinois Mustangers. See the Facebook page for more information. 866-807-5399
Williamsville Maker’s Market

Sun., Aug. 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Interurban Merchant

112 W. Main St., Williamsville Central Illinois

Free

Fairs & Festivals

Shop local as local artisans, producers and vendors take over the uptown area for one of the biggest recurring Williamsville summer events. Includes handcrafted goods, food and and beverages and live music. 217-566-4356
Springfield Comic Book Convention

Sun., Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center

625 E. Saint Joseph St., Springfield Southern View

Free

Bulletin Board, Art & Architecture, Books & Authors

309-657-1599
Dallas Whittaker

Sun., Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Harvest Market Coffee Bar

3001 Veterans Pkwy., Springfield West Side

Free

Live Music

217-793-3601
Inner City Mission's 40th Anniversary

Sun., Aug. 25, 12-3 p.m.

Enos Park

1000 N. Seventh St., Springfield Downtown

Bulletin Board

Celebrating block-party style. Serving free hamburgers, hot dogs and all the extras. Local entertainment. Tours of the mission available throughout the afternoon. Yard games, playground, face painting and other kid-friendly activities. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Rain or shine. 217-544-1751
Cambry Agbagba

Sun., Aug. 25, 1-4 p.m.

Bar Bella

2805 West White Oaks Dr., Springfield West Side

Free

Live Music

217-726-6500
Captain Geech and the Shrimp Shack Shooters

Sun., Aug. 25, 2 p.m.

American Legion Post 1115

500 Legion Lane, Spring Bay Central Illinois

Live Music

309-822-8741
NCP Anniversaries

Sun., Aug. 25, 2-6 p.m.

Crowne Plaza Springfield

3000 S. Dirksen Pkwy., Springfield East Side

Adults $100, children 12 and younger $50

Fundraisers and Galas, Bulletin Board, Food & Drink

Celebrate Nehemiah Expansion's 30th anniversary, Calvary M.B. Church's 105th anniversary and Pastor Silas Johnson's 40th anniversary. This is a black tie affair. Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lisa Holder White will be the keynote speaker. 217-544-1424
Larry Dirks

Sun., Aug. 25, 2-4 p.m.

West of Wise Winery

14096 State Highway 97, Petersburg Central Illinois

Free

Live Music

Live music. 217-632-6003
Big Mo & Phat Groove

Sun., Aug. 25, 3-6 p.m.

Pop's Place

4335 W. Main St., Decatur Decatur

Live Music

217-330-6546
Stereo Typical

Sun., Aug. 25, 3 p.m.

The Stag Tap

106 N. Plum St., Havana Central Illinois

Live Music

309-543-9167
Big Guy's Digital Sound Experience

Sun., Aug. 25, 3-6 p.m.

Lucky's on the Square

108 S. 6th St., Petersburg Central Illinois

No Cover

Live Music, Special Music Events

The Lucky's Team is fired up to host one of the hottest entertainment programs in the Midwest. Big Guy & the MOB Band's Frontman and Lead Singer, Mark "Big Guy" Bott sings and also profiles amazing Guest Singers from other Bands and emerging talent Singers too. A 3 hour non-stop show. Total fun and entertainment with no cover. Lucky's has a fun great atmosphere. 217-691-0740
Dog Days of Summer

Last Sunday of every month, 3-6 p.m. Continues through Oct. 27

Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

406 E. Adams St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Bulletin Board

Select Sundays at Buzz Bomb it's all about Man's Best Friend! Bring your dog down and enjoy complimentary treats, and free water! We will also be handing out arbitrary and capricious awards decided on the spot for fun. What are the awards for? We don't even know yet...floofiest tail? Maybe! Featuring -~FREE Dog Treats - All day~MORE dog treats and pet accessories for sale by 3 Cats & a Corgi (most days)~FREE bottled water from The Elf Shelf~Arbitrary awards - who knows?~Music by DJ Smokey J Bow wow wow yippie yo yippie yay!…
Molly Seaton

Sun., Aug. 25, 3-6 p.m.

Edmo's

106 West Washington St., Edinburg Central Illinois

Live Music

217-230-9046
Matt Combs

Sun., Aug. 25, 3-6 p.m.

It's All About Wine

1305 Wabash Ave Suite M, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-546-9463
Dallas Whittaker

Sun., Aug. 25, 3-6 p.m.

Brookhills Golf Club

5350 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield West Side

Live Music

217-787-8495
Jake Johnson

Sun., Aug. 25, 3:30 p.m.

The Other Bar

501 Sarpy St., Morrisonville Central Illinois

Live Music

217-526-3369
Annual Neighborhood Block Party

Sun., Aug. 25, 4-7 p.m.

Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church

501 S. Douglas Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Fairs & Festivals, Children's Corner

Everyone is welcome to the Annual Neighborhood Block Party, hosted by Douglas Avenue UMC (south parking lot.) Come connect with your neighbors, local businesses and community groups. All of the festivities are free and include:- Hot Dogs & Cotton Candy- Bounce House & Foam Machine- Games & Prizes- Crafts & Face Painting- Baby Goats- School Supply Swap (donate what you can, take what you need) Bring a non-perishable food item for the MicroPantry for an extra prize ticket. We can't wait to see you! 217-546-4631
Ethan Taylor Stephenson

Sun., Aug. 25, 4-7 p.m.

Brewhaus Bar

617 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

217-528-0420
Jay Larson Band

Sun., Aug. 25, 4-7 p.m.

Springfield Elks Lodge #158

409 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Live Music

Part of the Sunday Funday series at the club. Near Tiki Hut. 217-529-0158
Rob Brogdon

Sun., Aug. 25, 6 p.m.

Jacksonville Community Park

1201 S. Main, Jacksonville Jacksonville

Free

Special Music Events, Live Music, Bulletin Board

Part of the Concerts in the Park series hosted by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to the Big Bandstand. 217-243-5678
Al Kitchen

Sun., Aug. 25, 3-6 p.m.

Trails End Saloon

6445 Old Route 54, Curran Central Illinois

Free

Live Music

Live music and dancing. 217-483-7078
217 Burger Week

Through Aug. 28

Various locations

Springfield, Springfield Springfield Area

Food & Drink

Enjoy 10 days of amazing burgers at select local area restaurants. Prices vary by location. Visit 217foodweek.com for location, hours and prices.
Scott Nichols

Sun., Aug. 25, 2-5 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 15, 2-5 p.m.

Hill Prairie Winery

23753 Lounsberry Road, Oakford Central Illinois

Live Music

217-635-9900
After School Special

Sun., Aug. 25, 1-4 p.m.

El Taco Guapo at Lake Springfield Marina

17 Water's Edge Blvd., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Live Music

217-483-3625
Brandon Elliott

Sun., Aug. 25, 1-4 p.m., Sat., Sept. 14, 6-9 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 19, 6-9 p.m.

The Railyard

2242 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music
Not Petty

Sun., Aug. 25, 2-5 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 15, 2-5 p.m.

Vixen Hill Winery

7331 Palmyra Road, Palmyra Central Illinois

Live Music

An afternoon of Tom Petty music, songs by Petty's friends and influences, and some great originals. 217-691-4331
Wolf Crick Boys

Last Sunday of every month, 4-7 p.m.

Mama Lee's Sandbar

6111 Mechanicsburg Road, Springfield Central Illinois

Live Music

217-498-7625