Springfield Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Springfield, IL, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Springfield throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Springfield events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Springfield Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Springfield
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 95
- Oct 30, 2026, 7:05 PM Fri — HOCKEY: Springfield Jr. Blues vs. Wisconsin Windigo at Nelson Center Ice Rink In Lincoln Park,
1601 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Oct 30, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Come From Away at LRS Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $38, Avg. price ~ $45, 15 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Oct 30, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: Illinois Symphony Orchestra: Taichi Fukumura - Tricks & Treats at Sangamon Auditorium • 2018 seats, One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 51. Select Seats
- Oct 31, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Come From Away at LRS Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $50, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Oct 31, 2026, 6:05 PM Sat — HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Springfield Jr. Blues vs. Wisconsin Windigo at Nelson Center Ice Rink In Lincoln Park, 1601 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 01, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Come From Away at LRS Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $40, Avg. price ~ $47, 7 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — CIRCUS, Best Value: Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $29, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 07, 2026, 11:00 AM Sat — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $29, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 07, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $29, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 07, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — LECTURE, Weekend Event: Candace Bushnell at Sangamon Auditorium • 2018 seats, One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $99, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 07, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $29, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 07, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COUNTRY / FOLK, Weekend Event: George Birge at Boondocks, 2909 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62702, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $51, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 08, 2026, 12:30 PM Sun — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $29, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 08, 2026, 4:30 PM Sun — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center, 1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $29, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Pippin at LRS Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $200, Tickets Available: 66. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue at Sangamon Auditorium • 2018 seats, One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $97, Tickets Available: 107. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Pippin at LRS Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 66. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COUNTRY / FOLK, Weekend Event: Redferrin at Boondocks, 2909 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62702, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Pippin at LRS Theatre at Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, US. From $40, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 66. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Bored Teachers Comedy Tour at Sangamon Auditorium • 2018 seats, One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $86, Tickets Available: 37. Select Seats
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Springfield Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Springfield events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Springfield Jr. Blues
1601 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702
Upcoming Events: 44
Oct 30, 2026 7:05 PM
Illinois Symphony Orchestra
One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703
Upcoming Events: 4
Oct 30, 2026 7:30 PM
Come From Away
420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701
Upcoming Events: 395
Oct 30, 2026 7:30 PM
Ansar Shrine Circus
1 Convention Center Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701
Upcoming Events: 6
Nov 06, 2026 7:00 PM
Candace Bushnell
One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 07, 2026 7:30 PM
George Birge
2909 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62702
Upcoming Events: 6
Nov 07, 2026 8:00 PM
Pippin
420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701
Upcoming Events: 12
Nov 13, 2026 7:30 PM
Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue
One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703
Upcoming Events: 31
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
Redferrin
2909 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62702
Upcoming Events: 14
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 15, 2026 3:00 PM
White Christmas
420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL 62701
Upcoming Events: 105
Dec 04, 2026 7:30 PM
The Nutcracker
One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703
Upcoming Events: 1991
Dec 05, 2026 2:00 PM
Josh Meloy
2909 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62702
Upcoming Events: 6
Dec 05, 2026 8:00 PM
Holiday Pops in the Heartland
One University Plaza, Ms Pac 397, Springfield, IL 62703
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Corey Kent
2909 N Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62702
Upcoming Events: 33
Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Springfield. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Springfield right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Springfield rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Springfield?
Yeah — Springfield doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Springfield?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Springfield, IL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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