Friday
24
Feb
Adventure Tour
Event Time: 10 am & noon daily
Dates: Sunday, January 01, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Fantastic Caverns
Admission: GROUPS ONLY, 20 MIN - 60 MAX PER EVENT. - STUDENTS GRADES K-8 - $6.00 ADULTS $16.50, TEACHERS COMPLIMENTARY
The new 2012 Adventure tour is a 90-minute a - program that includes a fossil unit at the cave's Underground Classroom and all riding educational cave tour.
http://www.fantasticcaverns.com
417 833-2010
Student Field Trips
Event Time: Daily 8 AM to dusk
Dates: Sunday, January 01, 2012 - Monday, December 31, 2012
Location: Fantastic Caverns
Admission: Child group (20 pax min to 60 pax max) $6.00 - Adult group (20 pax min to 60 pax max) $16.50
55-minute, all riding educational cave tour.
http://www.fantasticcaverns.com
417 833-2010
Saturday
25
Feb
"Read Across America Seuss Science Day" presented by Mercy Children's Hospital and Ozarks Public Television
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - Saturday, February 25, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $5
See how fun Seuss Science can be. Springfield/Greene County Library will be reading a variety of Dr. Seuss books, Discovery Center will have several Seuss Science activity stations, and the Cat in the Hat will be making an appearance.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class -
Event Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - Saturday, February 25, 2012
Location: Hy-Vee Club Room - 1720 West Battlefield Road - Springfield, MO -
Admission: FREE
Have you signed your children up to participate in our monthly kids’ cooking club? This is a great way to get your children to try new foods while being hands-on in the kitchen! Your child will have the chance to learn about the importance on including all of the food groups in his/her diet. Please stop by customer service to register. -
http://www.hy-vee.com/stores/calendar/detail.aspx?m=2&y=2012&s=1018&event=36836
417-881-1550
Sunday
04
Mar
Children's Workshop Course The Sleeping Beauty -
Event Time: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, March 04, 2012 - Sunday, March 04, 2012
Location: Springfield Ballet - 411 N. Sherman - Springfield, MO 65802
Admission: $10 per child, enrollment is limited
The Sleeping Beauty Children's Workshop engages young participants (ages 3-8) in an afternoon of fun and culture that includes a craft, story time, dancing and games. The Sleeping Beauty Children's Workshop is a great introduction to the art of ballet and serves well to enrich the lives of young students, both dancers and non-dancers.
http://www.springfieldballet.org
417 862-1343
Thursday
08
Mar
2012 Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Circus
Event Time: Vary each day; call for more information
Dates: Thursday, March 08, 2012 - Sunday, March 18, 2012
Location: ABA Shrine Mosque - Springfield, Missouri -
Admission: Advance: - Children (12 and under) - $11 - Adults - $15 - At the Door: Children: $12 and Adults $16 - Reserved: Children - $15 and Adults - $20
Join us for a family-friendly event for kids of all ages.
http://abashrine.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=41&Itemid=50
417-869-0529
Saturday
10
Mar
Next to New Children's Clothing and Toy Sale
Event Time: 8am-12pm
Dates: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Saturday, March 10, 2012
Location: High Street Baptist Church
Admission: Free
Come out and visit with the local Mothers of Multiples club at the 2012 Next to New Clothing and Toy sale. Great deals await.
Robot Workshop
Event Time: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Saturday, March 10, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $20 member child/parent duo plus cost Hyper Peppy $25 - $25 non-member child/parent duo plus the cost of Hyper Peppy Robot $25.
Robot Workshops continue to be a great learning adventure for both parents and children. Both parent and child will work closely with Discovery Center staff to build a functional Hyper Peppy (recommended for age 8 and up). Learn about following technical directions, plus how gears, circuits, and other mechanical parts work together. Each workshop will focus on a different type of robot and different age level.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Saturday
17
Mar
32nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration
Event Time: 12:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 17, 2012 - Saturday, March 17, 2012
Location: Downtown Springfield
Admission: FREE
Food booths and vendors open at the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge. Parade units begin forming (Benton & Commercial), Irish Pet Contest, Celebration continues with the Awards Ceremony at Patton Alley Pub. - -
Thursday
22
Mar
Trading Hands Kids Sale Spring/Summer Event
Event Time: Thurs/Fri 9am-7pm Sat. 9am-2pm
Dates: Thursday, March 22, 2012 - Saturday, March 24, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex
Admission: Free admission and parking everyday
A children's consignment event. Everything for babies to teens at a fraction of retail! Toys-clothes-baby equip & furniture-books-dvd-and more!
www.tradinghands.net
417-429-0223
Friday
23
Mar
Discover the Dinosaurs
Event Time: Fri 12:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, March 23, 2012 - Friday, March 23, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center - 635 E Saint Louis St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Adults : $15.00(12yrs & older); Children:$10.00 (2-11yrs); Seniors:$10.00 (65+); Children under 2 free - -
*Admission includes entrance to the Dinosaur Exhibit, Dino Dig, Dino Den, DIno Theater, Dino Coloring Station and Scavenger Hunt. - Other attractions require separate tickets. -
http://discoverthedinosaurs.com/Events/springfieldmo.html
417 864-7333
Saturday
24
Mar
Discover the Dinosaurs
Event Time: Fri 12:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, March 24, 2012 - Saturday, March 24, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center - 635 E Saint Louis St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Adults : $15.00(12yrs & older); Children:$10.00 (2-11yrs); Seniors:$10.00 (65+); Children under 2 free - -
*Admission includes entrance to the Dinosaur Exhibit, Dino Dig, Dino Den, DIno Theater, Dino Coloring Station and Scavenger Hunt. - Other attractions require separate tickets. -
http://discoverthedinosaurs.com/Events/springfieldmo.html
417 864-7333
Sunday
25
Mar
Discover the Dinosaurs
Event Time: Fri 12:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, March 25, 2012 - Sunday, March 25, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center - 635 E Saint Louis St - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: Adults : $15.00(12yrs & older); Children:$10.00 (2-11yrs); Seniors:$10.00 (65+); Children under 2 free - -
*Admission includes entrance to the Dinosaur Exhibit, Dino Dig, Dino Den, DIno Theater, Dino Coloring Station and Scavenger Hunt. - Other attractions require separate tickets. -
http://discoverthedinosaurs.com/Events/springfieldmo.html
417 864-7333
Wednesday
28
Mar
Just Between Friends
Event Time: Wed, Thurs 9-8 Fri 9-6, Sat 9-3
Dates: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Remington's in Springfield - 1655 W Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: $3 Wednesday only - Benefits the Breast Care Fund at CoxHealth
Just Between Friends is Springfield's favorite children and maternity consignment sales event. You can find everything you need for your children at a fraction of retail. Clothes, toys, games, furniture, outdoor toys, baby equipment.
www.jbfsale.com/springfield
417-693-8696
Saturday
31
Mar
Believe in Girls Expo
Event Time: 11am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Springfield Expo Center
Admission: $10 per person
Celebrate leadership and 100 years of Girl Scouting at this event, open to all community members! The Believe in Girls Expo will be jam-packed with hands-on activities, information for youth and families, and dynamic entertainment. Check out event highlights at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org/2012expo. - - Register by March 16 to receive a commemorative bracelet! Tickets will also be sold at the door.
http://www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org/2012expo
877-312-4764 x1137
Saturday
14
Apr
Spring Fling Wing Ding
Event Time: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Dates: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Saturday, April 14, 2012
Location: Battlefield Mall (Southeast corner of parking lot) - S. Glenstone @ E. Battlefield Rd.
Admission: Free.
"Spring Fling Wing Ding Festival" at the Greater Springfield Farmers' Market, Battlefield Mall, April 14th offers you great family fun starting with free helium balloons for all the kids from 9am till 12pm.
http://www.springfieldfarmersmarket.com/
417-708-1909
Saturday
21
Apr
Earth Day
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: FREE
In collaboration with Choose Environmental Excellence, celebrate the 42nd Annual Earth Day Celebration. A variety of environmental exhibits and activities will be available during the day plus the exhibits of Discovery Center. Discovery Center is a LEED Gold Certified building. Plan to take time and do the Environmental Pathways Scavenger hunt of the Discovery Center LEED Gold Certified building.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Friday
27
Apr
Shrek the Musical
Event Time: 8pm Apr 27, 2pm and 8pm Apr 28
Dates: Friday, April 27, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $15 - $50
SHREK THE MUSICAL tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who, joined by a wisecracking donkey, goes on a life changing adventure. The show is part romance, part twisted fairy tale – and all irreverent fun for everyone!
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Saturday
28
Apr
DNA & NANO DAY
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: call for details
Spend the day investigating how scientist learn about things that too tiny to see with even the most powerful microscope! Explore a variety of activity stations designed to help learners of all ages understand DNA and Nano science a little better.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Shrek the Musical
Event Time: 8pm Apr 27, 2pm and 8pm Apr 28
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Admission: $15 - $50
SHREK THE MUSICAL tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who, joined by a wisecracking donkey, goes on a life changing adventure. The show is part romance, part twisted fairy tale – and all irreverent fun for everyone!
www.HammonsHall.com
417.836.7678
Saturday
05
May
Sid the Science Kid Coming to Kidtoons!
Event Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Saturday, May 05, 2012
Location: B & B Ozark / Nixa 12 with Marquee Suites -
Kidtoons has a new, fun kids film in theatres near you! Sid the Science Kid’s Backyard Campout will be playing in Kidtoons theatres for the entire month of May. Your readers and their little ones can enjoy Sid and his friends on the big screen at Saturday and Sunday matinees.
http://www.kidtoonfilms.com/
(417) 485-4078
Wednesday
09
May
The Fresh Beat Band Live in Concert!
Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 - Thursday, May 10, 2012
Location: Juanita K. Hammons Hall - 525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway - Springfield, MO 65806
Admission: $25 - $115
Join The Fresh Beat Band – Kiki, Shout, Marina and Twist – Nickelodeon’s popular preschool music group and stars of the hit TV series of the same name, on their first-ever nationwide concert tour.
http://www.hammonshall.com
417 836-6776
Saturday
12
May
Robot Workshop
Event Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO 65806 -
Admission: $20 member child/parent duo plus cost of All Terrain Robot $35. - $25 non-member child/parent duo plus the cost of All Terrain Robot $35.
Robot Workshops continue to be a great learning adventure for both parents and children. Both parent and child will work closely with Discovery Center staff to build a functional robot, All Terrain Robot (8+). Learn about following technical directions, plus how gears, circuits, and other mechanical parts work together. These are very popular classes and usually fill fast. Pre-registration and pre-payment required.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Sid the Science Kid Coming to Kidtoons!
Event Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Dates: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location: B & B Ozark / Nixa 12 with Marquee Suites -
Kidtoons has a new, fun kids film in theatres near you! Sid the Science Kid’s Backyard Campout will be playing in Kidtoons theatres for the entire month of May. Your readers and their little ones can enjoy Sid and his friends on the big screen at Saturday and Sunday matinees.
http://www.kidtoonfilms.com/
(417) 485-4078
Saturday
19
May
2012 Wings Over Whiteman Air Show and Open House
Event Time: 9am- 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
Location: Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri 65305
Admission: Free
The 2012 Wings Over Whiteman Air Show and Open House is scheduled May 19 and 20. This free, family oriented event is expected to draw spectators from all over the region. - - All of Whiteman’s aircraft will be on display to include the B-2 Spirit, A-10 Thunderbolt II, Apache Ah-64 Delta Longbow helicopter and T-38 trainer jet. Oscar-01, the only missile alert facility ever built on a military installation will be open for tours each day.
www.wingsoverwhiteman.com
660-687-6439
Young Sprouts in the Garden
Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: The Botanical Center - 2400 S. Scenic Avenue - Springfield, MO
Hands on crafts and activities for kids!
http://www.parkboard.org
417 837-5711
Tuesday
22
May
RACE: Are We So Different?
Event Time:
Dates: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: Discovery Center - 438 E. St. Louis Street - Springfield, MO
Admission: call for details
Looking through the eyes of history, science, and lived experience, RACE: Are We So Different? explores similarities and differences among people and reveals the reality – and unreality – of race. The story behind RACE: Are We So Different? is complex and may challenge how you think about race and human variation, about the differences among people and the similarities that unite us all.
http://www.discoverycenter.org
417 862-9910 ext.713
Monday
04
Jun
Aqua Rangers (Ages 6-10)
Event Time: 2pm-4pm
Dates: Monday, June 04, 2012 - Thursday, June 07, 2012
Location: Diventures is located at 5225 S. Campbell Ave - At the intersection of Campbell and Plainview
Admission: Please contact us for pricing
This class includes four sessions and teaches kids swimming, water safety and snorkeling skills. Perfect for kids looking for water activities beyond swim lessons. Class meets from 2pm-4pm Monday, June 4th-Thursday, June 7th.
www.diventures.net
417-883-5151
Saturday
09
Jun
Fair Grove Autism Day!
Event Time: 11:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Historic Downtown Fair Grove - 15 minutes N. of Springfield on 65 Hwy
Admission: FREE
Daytime Fun: local cuisine, wine tasting, pony rides, bounce houses, boutique shopping, dunk tank, limo rides, hair cut specials, silent/live auction - Evening Venue: brats & bbq, beer garden, full bar, live music - All proceeds benefit educational and awareness activites and materials promoted by the Missouri Autism Report.
http://www.moautismreport.com
417-209-0103
Saturday
16
Jun
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Saturday, June 16, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Monday
18
Jun
Mini Marathon Swim Lessons (ages 6 months to 14 years)
Event Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Dates: Monday, June 18, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: Diventures Scuba and Swim center - Located off of Campbell and Plainview -
Admission: Call for pricing
Mini Marathon Swim Lessons. Children retain more with consecutive lessons, making daily swim lessons perfect for summer! Mini Marathon classes meet Monday-Thrusday from 9:00am-11:00am for a half-hour and last two weeks!
www.diventures.net
417-883-5151
Scuba Ranger (ages 7-12)
Event Time: Class meets 2-4pm
Dates: Monday, June 18, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: Diventures is located at 5225 S. Campbell Ave. -
Admission: At the interseciton of Campbell and Plainview
Calling all adventure seekers!Kids will master fun aquatic challenges underwater while learning cool facts about the ocean and how to scuba divein this five day camp.Class meets from 2-4pm.
www.diventures.net
417-883-5151
Wednesday
20
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Thursday
21
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Thursday, June 21, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
22
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Friday, June 22, 2012 - Friday, June 22, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Saturday
23
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - Saturday, June 23, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Wednesday
27
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Thursday
28
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - Thursday, June 28, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
29
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Friday, June 29, 2012 - Friday, June 29, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Saturday
30
Jun
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Saturday, June 30, 2012 - Saturday, June 30, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Sunday
01
Jul
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Sunday, July 01, 2012 - Sunday, July 01, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Monday
02
Jul
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Monday, July 02, 2012 - Monday, July 02, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Tuesday
03
Jul
38th Annual Coca-Cola Collectors Club Convention
Event Time: 7am-12am
Dates: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - Sunday, July 08, 2012
Location: University Plaza Hotel
Admission: Free
Join members of The Coca-Cola Collectors Club for their 38th annual convention. During this week members will participate in many fun filled activities, such as: the regular and silent auction, the trading center, seminars, room hopping, and on Saturday, July 7 the public is welcomed to shop at one of the clubs largest Coca-Cola Memorabila Show and Sales. It is open to the public from 10:00am - 2:00 pm. Here's your chance to purchase vintage Coca-Cola clocks, cardboards, porcelain signs or price guides about collecting - Coca-Cola memorabilia.
www.cocacolaclub.org
214-929-0555
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 - Tuesday, July 03, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Wednesday
04
Jul
Fireworks at the Field
Event Time: 3:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Admission: $7 per person (ages 5 and up); $8 day of the event
From 3 to 9 pm, patrons will be able to ice skate and play on inflatables from Amberg Entertainment in the Mediacom Ice Park, create art and crafts at The Creamery Arts Center, and enjoy the hands-on activities of the Discovery Center. The Springfield Cardinals will host the Midland Rockhounds at 5:08 pm at Hammons Field and then “Members Only” will be the featured headliner band after the game. The region’s largest fireworks show will begin at Hammons Field at 9:45 pm.
http://www.itsalldowntown.com
417 863-2143
VeggieTales
Event Time: 8:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m on Wednesdays
Dates: Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Location: The Mansion Theatre - 464 Hwy 248 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: $15 - $25
Kids of all ages will love this show filled with silly song favorites like “Love My Lips,” “The Hairbrush Song,” “His Cheeseburger,” and many, many more! Join the God Made You Special LIVE tour for an unforgettable time of fun and silliness from the VeggieTales crew!
http://www.orbtheatre.com
417 239-3057
Friday
27
Jul
Ozark Empire Fair
Event Time: 11am-11pm
Dates: Friday, July 27, 2012 - Thursday, August 04, 2011
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
Admission: $6 adult, $2 children
For more than 75 years the Ozark Empire Fair has been a Springfield tradition. This family-friendly event features fun food, amazing rides, live shows and a huge variety of displays and exhibits. We want to see you at the Fair.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
28
Jul
Ozark Empire Fair
Event Time: 11am-11pm
Dates: Saturday, July 28, 2012 - Friday, August 05, 2011
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
Admission: $6 adult, $2 children
For more than 75 years the Ozark Empire Fair has been a Springfield tradition. This family-friendly event features fun food, amazing rides, live shows and a huge variety of displays and exhibits. We want to see you at the Fair.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
18
Aug
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, August 18, 2012 - Saturday, August 18, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Saturday
25
Aug
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, August 25, 2012 - Saturday, August 25, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Tuesday
04
Sep
Model T Ford Club of America 29th Annual Hillbilly Tour 2012
Event Time: 3:30pm - 10pm
Dates: Tuesday, September 04, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: University Plaza Hotel parking lot - 333 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy. - Springfield, MO
Admission: Free
Come and see the Model T's from times past and reminisce with family. We expect around 100 cars to register. You are welcome to drive through the hotel parking lot and take pictures of these beauties. Free.
http://2012.hillbillytour.com/
(417) 881-6702
Saturday
15
Sep
Cider Days
Event Time: 10am-5pm
Dates: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - Sunday, September 16, 2012
Location: Historic Walnut Street
Admission: $4, ages 10 and younger free
An outdoor fall celebration featuring more than 100 juried artists and crafters. Activities include a free hands-on children's area, scarecrow village, performance stages, food and more.
www.itsalldowntown.com
417 831-6200
Saturday
06
Oct
Taste of Springfield
Event Time: Noon-4pm
Dates: Saturday, October 06, 2012 - Saturday, October 06, 2012
Location: Downtown Springfield
Admission: Free; food sampling booklets will be sold on site; each booklet includes 10 tickets for $10
Enjoy samples from Springfield's favorite restaurants, live music and a beer garden. The event also features events for kids, including bounce houses!
www.itsalldowntown.com
417-831-6200
Friday
19
Oct
Halloween SPOOKTACULAR
Event Time: 6:30-9pm
Dates: Friday, October 19, 2012 - Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Location: Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd.
Admission: $7 per person at the gate; $6 advance tickets available in mid-October at area McDonald's restaurants; $3 per person for Friends of the Zoo members
"Treat" the entire family to Halloween at Dickerson Park Zoo! SPOOKTACULAR is a frightfully fun time with the Festival of Scarecrows, Halloween decorations and hundreds of jack-o-lanterns! Join us for activities, candy treats and more!
http://www.dickersonparkzoo.org
417-864-1800
Saturday
20
Oct
Fifth Annual Pets & Pumpkins
Event Time: Noon-5pm
Dates: Saturday, October 20, 2012 - Saturday, October 20, 2012
Location: Historic Commercial Street, Robberson to Campbell
Admission: $2 for children and pets (adults free)
Host to the area's largest costume contest and parade for people and their pets, the 5th Annual Pets and Pumpkins returns to Historic C-Street with its whimsical costume parade & contest for both pets and owners, games and Halloween activities, including trick or treating at local shops, marshmallow roasting, giant inflatables, haymaze, cupcake/pupcake walk, pumpkin bowling and more. A wonderful family-friendly afternoon, Pets and Pumpkins donates money raised during the event day to local animal shelters, spay/neuter clinic and animal advocacy group ... great fun for a great cause!
www.petsandpumpkins.com
417 831-6200
Saturday
27
Oct
Free Art Days at The Creamery Arts Center
Event Time: 10am-noon
Dates: Saturday, October 27, 2012 - Saturday, October 27, 2012
Location: The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway
Admission: Free
Enjoy free hands-on art activities for the whole family featuring four art stations and story telling.
417 862-2787
Monday
31
Dec
First Night Springfield
Event Time: 5:30pm-midnight
Dates: Monday, December 31, 2012 - Monday, December 31, 2012
Location: Downtown Springfield
Admission: Call for prices
Alcohol-free, family friendly New Year's Eve celebration. More than 20 performances at about a dozen venues. Music, theatre, dance, comedy, magic and more. Grand finale: fireworks in Jordan Valley Park.
417 862-2787