Join us in Springfield, Missouri, this year to commemorate Juneteenth. Unite and celebrate delicious cuisine, awe-inspiring live performances, vibrant concerts and our thriving black-owned businesses in Southwest Missouri. For more information on events happening in Springfield, see our full events…
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Home to a delightful array of eateries crafting both sweet and savory donuts, treat your sweet tooth to one of these five donut destinations in Springfield. St. George's Donuts For 50 years, the St. George family have been making some of the tastiest donuts you can get your hands on. The moment you…
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Warm up this summer in Springfield, Missouri. Check out some of the events happening in the Southwest Missouri area in June 2023. To see our full calendar of events, click here. First Friday Artwalk Take a self-guided tour of Springfield’s local art scene, small businesses and galleries on the…
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When you visit Springfield, what do you think of? For most people, it’s probably the nearby lakes and the scenic rivers, hiking trails and mountain biking parks that first come to mind. But what about sea turtles? In 2017, the Johnny Morris Foundation opened the much-awaited Johnny Morris’ Bass Pro…
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When was the last time you went on a picnic? Springfield is home to some of the most beautiful scenery and parks, the perfect places to set up for the afternoon and have a picnic. If you’re looking to get outside this spring and summer, here are a few places perfect for picnicking. With 20+…
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The Ozarks boast a significant number of charming mom-and-pop restaurants that are beloved by many. Some of these eateries may be in obscure locations or newly established, requiring a keen eye and adventurous taste buds to discover. As I’ve explored the culinary scene in the area, I’ve come across…
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Here’s something you probably didn’t know. All those peacocks you find wandering around Springfield’s Dickerson Park Zoo aren’t actually part of the zoo’s collection. They’re visitors, just like you. It’s the more than 500 other animals that are truly residents of the park. Dickerson Park Zoo is…
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You probably know about Bass Pro Shops, but do you know about the guy who started it right here in Springfield? There are more than 154 Bass Pro Shops in the United States, and the location in Springfield is the “grandaddy of all outdoor stores.” To most shoppers, Bass Pro is just a great place to…
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Spring is a beautiful time to visit Springfield, Missouri. Check out some of the events happening in the Southwest Missouri area in May 2023. To see our full calendar of events, click here. Ozark Empire PRCA Rodeo The award-winning PRCA Rodeo is back for two nights of action at the Ozark Empire…
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The Ozarks are home to half a dozen strawberry fields near Springfield, Missouri. With the season ranging from late April to early June, there are plenty of opportunities to support local growers in the area. If you're wanting to visit strawberry farms and strawberry fields this year, here are a few…
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