Couple walking through The Springfield Conservation Nature Center

The Ultimate Artsfest Weekend in Springfield, Missouri

Springfield, Missouri is known for many things…the birthplace of Route 66 (and Brad Pitt), Bass Pro Shops, the Ozark mountains, Springfield-style Cashew Chicken, and being an incredible creative hub for artists and art lovers alike! If you fancy yourself a lover of the arts, or just enjoy a unique…

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30 Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Springfield, Missouri

Don’t let rainy days ruin your Springfield experience. There are plenty of indoor rainy day activities in the Ozarks that provide adventure and fun for the entire family. Check out several things you can do indoors in Springfield, Missouri on a rainy day. 1984 Test your luck at 1984, the vintage…

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Tent Theatre Takes Center Stage in Springfield, Missouri

It’s not a show, it’s an experience. We’re raising the curtain on Springfield’s premier outdoor performing arts theater. Tent Theatre tickets officially go on sale May 1, 2024. A Good Place To See A Show Named for one of Missouri State University’s most famous alumni, the John Goodman Ampitheatre in…

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Joe’s Route 66 Diner a longtime stop in Strafford

Joe’s Route 66 Diner refers to a road in its name, but there are many paths that take the hungry to the small Strafford stop that still has a walk-up window and a legacy so well known that it doesn’t matter much that the sign is missing out front. There are families and students – both current and…

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A Culinary Journey Down Commercial Street Part 1

Historic Commercial Street has become a one-stop destination for all things food and drink. This straight stretch of road offers cuisine from all over the globe, so much so that this will be split into two parts! Let’s dive in, shall we? Lindberg’s Tavern Between having killer burgers and running…

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Where To See The Solar Eclipse in Springfield, Missouri

The 2024 solar eclipse will pass through Springfield, Missouri on April 8. The eclipse will reach 97% totality in the city, and promises an unparalleled viewing opportunity. If you miss out, the next eclipse in the United States will be in 2044 in the northern part of the country. The next viewing…

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40+ Instagrammable Murals Around Springfield

Springfield is home to some beautiful artwork made by muralists and artists alike. If you're searching for your next photo op or want to tour Springfield's mural scene, here are thirty murals you can find around Springfield, MO. Is there one we missed or think should be on this list? Email…

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5 Things to do in Nixa, Missouri

Nixa, Missouri is only 12 miles from Springfield, Missouri. If you're planning a day trip, here are 5 things you can do in the city. Going out for a quick lunch or dinner but can’t decide what to eat? Dubbed southwest Missouri’s “first Food Hall,” 14 Mill Market offers choices from deli sandwiches…

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Get Great Pie On Pi Day At These Springfield Pie Shops

March 14th is famously known as National Pi Day, and there is some pretty great pie around Springfield. If you’re looking to sink your teeth into some tasty treats, here are some of the places you can get a slice on 3.14. Prairie Pie Photo courtesy of Prairie Pie For melt in your mouth savory pot…

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