Events

Illinois Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet

Fri., Sept. 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

500 S. Sixth St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Classical and popular music from the musicians of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra. Part of the Sips & Sounds series. ilsymphony.org. 217-522-2838

Owen Knap

Fri., Sept. 13, 7 p.m.

Sliderz Bar & Grill

5995 US-36, Decatur Decatur

Live Music

217-864-9227

Colin Helton Band

Fri., Sept. 13, 7-10 p.m.

George Rank's

1800 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-670-2859

The Pine Mountain Logs with Mary Jo Curry Band

Fri., Sept. 13, 7 p.m.

The Pine Mountain Logs with Mary Jo Curry Band

600 Toronto Road, Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Get Tickets

$30

Live Music, Fundraisers and Galas

The popular Pine Mountain Logs is returning to Springfield with a special guest, our own Mary Jo Curry Band. Great entertainment - music and comedy. Tickets available on etix.com or at Mary Bryant Home, 2960 Stanton St., Springfield. 217-529-1611

Captain Geech and the Shrimp Shack Shooters

Fri., Sept. 13, 7-10 p.m.

Long Bridge Golf Course

1055 Camp Sangamo Road, Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

217-744-8311

The Remedy

Fri., Sept. 13, 8 p.m.

Coghlan's Hideout LLC

201 Main St., Bulpitt Central Illinois

Live Music

Rock the Conservatory

Fri., Sept. 13, 8-9 p.m. and Sat., Sept. 14, 8-9 p.m.

Grant Conservatory of Music and Dance

501 W. Elliott Ave., Springfield Springfield Area

Get Tickets

$25

Live Music, Dance

A contemporary fusion of live music and dance featuring the Studio Company Members of SYPG and local musicians directed by Sherman native Tommy Sagins. This exciting performance will feature rock 'n' roll music performed live with choreography by professional dance artists.

Red NOT Chili Peppers at DFV

Fri., Sept. 13, 8-11 p.m.

Danenberger Family Vineyards

12341 Irish Road, New Berlin Central Illinois

Get Tickets

$20

Live Music

The Red Not Chili Peppers pay tribute to the ultimate funk rock quartet – a band that has transcended three decades of chart-topping success. ANTX, a three-piece grungegaze/pop punk band from the Peoria area, will open the show. 217-488-6321

Hippies of the Heartland

Fri., Sept. 13, 8 p.m.

KJB's Pint Haus

222 E. State St., Jacksonville Jacksonville

Live Music

217-320-8137

Mississippi Leghound

Fri., Sept. 13, 7-10 p.m.

Brookhills Golf Club

5350 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield West Side

Live Music

Mississippi Leghound will play on the patio at Brookhills. 217-787-8495

Tom and Geoff

Fri., Sept. 13, 5-8 p.m.

Bar Bella

2805 West White Oaks Dr., Springfield West Side

Free

Live Music

Enjoy the music of Bob Dylan and Tom Petty as well as blues, country and originals. (217) 726-9908

Dave Littrell

Fri., Sept. 13, 6-9 p.m.

The Railyard

2242 S. Sixth St., Springfield Springfield Area

Live Music

Live-looping covers and originals.

Silas Tockey

Fri., Sept. 13, 6-9 p.m., Fri., Oct. 11, 6-9 p.m., Fri., Nov. 8, 6-9 p.m. and Fri., Dec. 13, 6-9 p.m.

Harvest Market Farmhouse Brews

3001 Veterans Pkwy., Springfield West Side

Free

Live Music

217-726-6500

Niko & Elijah

Fri., Sept. 13, 7-10 p.m. and Tue., Oct. 15, 7-10 p.m.

VFW Post #755

2211 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield West Side

Live Music

217-546-9515

Flute Circle

Second Friday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

Unity of Springfield

417 Cordelia, Springfield Southern View

Love offering

Live Music

Play flute with the Sangamon Valley Flute Circle. Beginners are encouraged to come, no experience necessary. Feel the healing power of music fill you. 217-523-5897

Springfield Uketopians

Second Saturday of every month, 12-2 p.m.

Stella Coffee & Tea

1135 W. Governor St., Springfield Springfield Area

Free

Live Music

Beginners are welcome. 262-622-3151

Bird Hike

Saturdays, 8-9 a.m. Continues through Oct. 12

Lincoln Memorial Garden

2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield Lake Springfield Area

Free

Nature, Science & Environment

Local birder Kevin Veara will lead a group in search of migrating birds. Hikes start at the Nature Center and are open to public. All levels of birders welcome. 217-529-1111

200th Birthday Celebration and Open House

Sat., Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Woodlawn Farm

1463 Geirke Lane, Jacksonville Jacksonville

Adults $5, children $3

History

Artisan demonstrations of 1800s homestead industries, wagon rides, farm animals and activities for children to experience some of the games and work performed in that period. Concessions will be available. 309-678-7716

The Tangents

Sat., Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Small Town Dreamers Farmer's Market

., Farmersville Central Illinois

Live Music

The Tangents are an acoustic duo from Springfield known for their eclectic style and crowd interaction. The couple has performed all over including Nashville, Florida and Mississippi. With Casey Cantrall on guitar and vocals and Tiffany Cantrall on vocals, the pair enjoy playing country, rock, pop, blues and more. none

Friends of Genealogy

Sat., Sept. 14, 2-3:30 p.m.

Chatham Area Public Library

600 E. Spruce St., Chatham Chatham

Free

History, Lectures & Meetings

Explore your family history, share, and find support in open monthly gatherings. 217-483-2713

Art Spectacular

Sept. 14-15

Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon

1740 W. Fayette Ave., Springfield Leland Grove

Free admission

Art & Architecture

A popular, professionally juried fine art and craft show featuring collector and museum-quality works. Food trucks and activities for kids. 217-546-3853

Capital City Century

Sat., Sept. 14

Sherman Athletic Club

300 S. First St., Sherman Central Illinois

Sports

Five distances from which to choose. Curated routes and low-traffic roads for the seasoned cyclists and beginners alike. Presented by the Springfield Bicycle Club. Register online. 217-899-9175

Pizzazz

Sat., Sept. 14, 3-6 p.m.

Sliderz Bar & Grill

5995 US-36, Decatur Decatur

Live Music

217-864-9227

OAT (Owen, Amy and Tom)

Sun., Sept. 1, 4-7 p.m., Sat., Sept. 14, 4-7 p.m. and Sat., Sept. 28, 4-7 p.m.

Brewhaus Bar

617 E. Washington St., Springfield Downtown

Free

Live Music

Tom Irwin and friends return to the recently remodeled Brewhaus where Irwin played every Sunday from 1994 to 2014. A variety of local players will be joining Irwin for the shows which are scheduled for every other Sunday. 217-970-5117

Johnnie Owens and Silk

Sat., Sept. 14, 6-9 p.m.

Boone's

301 W. Edwards St., Springfield Downtown

Live Music

217-679-3752

Back to the 80s Trivia Night to benefit Washington Street Mission

Sat., Sept. 14, 6-10 p.m.

VFW Post #755

2211 Old Jacksonville Road, Springfield West Side

Get Tickets

$150.00

Fundraisers and Galas

Join us on Saturday, September 14, 2024 for the 'Back to 80's' Trivia Night benefitting Washington Street Mission. This year's trivia night will be a fun and exciting evening complete with prizes for the best dressed team and best table decorations! So start gathering your friends and family, dust off your best 80's outfits, and register your team early! Event Details Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024Location: VFW Lafore Lock Post 755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, Springfield Doors Open: 6:00 PMTrivia Night: 7:00-10:00 PM Cost: $150 per table of ten… 217-544-9011

Positively 4th Street

Sat., Sept. 14, 6-8:30 p.m.

The Bird Tavern

1451 W. Jefferson, Springfield Springfield Area

FREE

Live Music

Enjoy the music of Bob Dylan, Tom Petty as well as Blues, country and originals 217-546-2337

Keith Dunlap

Sat., Sept. 14, 6-8 p.m.

Docs Just Off 66

133 S. Second St., Girard Central Illinois

Live Music

Playlist includes Elton John, Jelly Roll, Matchbox 20, America, Jimmy Buffet, Zac Brown, Green Day, David Bowie, Toby Keith, Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson, Tom Petty and many more. 217-627-3491