Check out these events happening in the Springfield, Missouri area in June 2025, from live theatre and concerts to exhibitions, festivals and more. To see a full event calendar click here.
Gillioz Theatre: Glenn Miller Orchestra
The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Springfield for one night only for an evening of swing music at the Gillioz Theatre! Performing their greatest hits including “In The Mood”, “Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “American Patrol”, “A String Of Pearls”, “Little Brown Jug”, “Pennsylvania 6-5000”, Tuxedo Junction”, and “Moonlight Serenade”, the 17 member orchestra will deliver a show you won’t want to miss.
When: June 5, 2025
Where: 325 Park Central East, Springfield
Pickwick Street Fair
This festival, returning for its third year on Pickwick street, showcases the best of this charming neighborhood with everything from art demonstrations, live music, plant and decor sales, a kids zone, and more. Admission is $5 and children under 12 are free.
When: June 7, 2025
Where: South Pickwick Ave, Springfield
Thunder Ridge Arena-Styx-Brotherhood of Rock Tour
Styx joins forces with Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon and Don Felder, a former Eagles guitarist, for their “Brotherhood of Rock” tour. Reminisce and sing along to time tested rock anthems at America’s Nature Arena! All profits go towards conservation.
When: June 7, 2025
Where: 1901 State Highway 86, Ridgedale
Blue Room Comedy Club: Shane Torres
Standup comedian, writer, podcaster, and actor Shane Torres is coming to the Blue Room Comedy Club! Known for his special The Blue Eyed Mexican and featured on shows like The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, NBC's Last Comic Standing, Half Hour Special With Comedy Central, and This Week From The Cellar on Comedy Central.
When: June 12-14, 2025
Where: 420 W. College St., Ste. 116, Springfield
Tent Theatre: Serenade: Summer Nights of Swing & Song
Experience a vibrant musical journey at "Serenade: Summer Nights of Swing & Song" at the John Goodman Amphitheater. The 17-piece Missouri State Jazz Ensemble and vocalists will perform high-energy swing, ballads, rock, and musical theatre, featuring timeless classics by Sinatra, Lee, and Fitzgerald, plus contemporary hits from Bublé and Cole.
When: June 12-14, 18-21, 2025
Where: 901 S National Ave, Springfield
Thunder Ridge Nature Arena: Hozier-Unreal Unearth Tour
One of the most successful folk artists of the 21st century, Hozier brings his Unreal Unearth Tour to the Thunder Ridge Nature Arena, featuring special guest Gigi Perez! Set within the Ozark Mountains, the 20,000-capacity Thunder Ridge Nature Arena combines breathtaking natural beauty with world-class service and top live entertainment.
When: June 12, 2025
Where: 1901 State Highway 86, Ridgedale
Springfield Contemporary Theatre presents Disaster!
This hilarious tribute to 1970s disaster flicks like The Poseidon Adventure, The Towering Inferno, and Earthquake is packed with outrageous characters and calamitous events, all set to an unforgettable soundtrack of disco hits. Get ready to dance the night away to classics like "Knock on Wood," "Hooked on a Feeling," "Sky High," "I Am Woman," and "Hot Stuff."
When: June 13-15, 19-22, 26-29, 2025
Where: 157 Park Central Square, Springfield
Springfield Little Theatre Presents-Oklahoma
The classic musical OKLAHOMA! comes to Springfield in June 2025. Set in the early 1900s, this Rodgers and Hammerstein production depicts the rivalry and the romance between charming cowboy Curly and headstrong farm girl Laurey. Featuring memorable songs like “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” and the title number “Oklahoma!,” the musical celebrates community, love, hope, and the American spirit through vibrant choreography and colorful characters.
When: June 13-15, 19-22, 26-29, 2025
Where: 311 E. Walnut St, Springfield
Thunder Ridge Arena presents-Post Malone with Jelly Roll
Post Malone is set to embark on his biggest headlining tour to date with Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour, coming to Thunder Ridge Nature Arena. Post Malone will be joined by Jelly Roll for an unforgettable night.
When: June 13, 2025
Where: 1901 State Highway 86, Ridgedale
Wonders of Wildlife: Sip & Sea
Experience Wonders of Wildlife after hours (21+) with Sip and Sea! Sample the Ozarks' best breweries and distilleries amidst beautiful aquarium displays. This special event features live music, keeper chats, and drinks as you explore until 10 pm. Please have your ID ready for entry at your selected ticket time.
When: June 13, 2025
Where: 500 W. Sunshine St, Springfield
Downtown Springfield-Ozarks Pridefest 2025: Homecoming
Come to Springfield’s annual Pridefest in Park Central Square for a celebration of love and connection! Featuring a parade, live music, local artists and vendors, and drag and community performances, it isn’t an event you’ll want to miss.
When: June 14, 2025
Where: 134 Park Central Square, Springfield
Butterfly Festival
The Butterfly Festival returns at the Springfield Botanical Gardens! Enjoy free admission to family-friendly activities, including the Butterfly House, Caterpillar Petting Zoo, live animal displays, hands-on exhibits, local vendors, and more. Includes access to the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden and Gray/Campbell Farmstead. No tickets needed.
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., June 14, 2025
Where: 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield
Finley River Park: Ozark Annual Balloon Glow
The annual Children’s Smile Center Hot-Air Balloon Glow (GLOW) features tethered hot-air balloons inflating at dusk for a 60-to-90-minute light show, weather permitting. Gates open at 5:00 p.m., with a VIP dinner at 7:00 p.m. and the GLOW from approximately 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees should arrive early, as weather conditions may affect balloon inflation.
When: June 20, 2025
Where: 891-961 N Riverside Road, Ozark
Springfield Expo Center: SGF Juneteenth Community Celebration
Come to the Springfield Expo Center for the biggest Juneteenth celebration in Springfield! This family-friendly event will feature live music and performances, delicious food, and creative sponsors.
When: June 21, 2025
Where: 635 E. St. Louis St, Springfield
Cassidy Station at Estes Farms: Fireworks & Drone Show
Enjoy local food trucks, live music, kids' activities, and yard games at Cassidy Station’s Summer Picnic! The afternoon culminates in a spectacular firework and drone show by Skyglow at dusk. Seating is provided, but feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Tickets are $5 per person and available for purchase at the event. Join us for this unforgettable summer celebration!
When: June 21, 2025
Where: 5176 N. Fremont Road, Nixa
Springfield Art Museum: Pops in the Park: A Symphonic Rock Concert
The Springfield Art Museum and Guaranty Bank present "Pops in the Park: A Symphonic Rock Concert," a free outdoor event featuring the hits of Billy Joel and Elton John. Members of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra will perform with the Canadian band Jeans ’n Classics. This unforgettable evening of music and art will take place on a 40-foot stage in a scenic open-air setting. Bring some blankets and chairs and enjoy a concert under the summer sky!
When: June 21, 2025
Where: 950 E. Bennett St. Springfield
Taste of SoMo
Taste of SoMo is an outdoor food sampling event at Mother's Brewing that showcases the diverse restaurant scene in Southwest Missouri. Food samples will be complemented by tastes of the region’s beer, live music, market vendors and more.
When: June 21, 2025
Where: 215 S. Grant Ave. Springfield
Movies in the Park: The Wild Robot
See a free movie at Jordan Valley Park! Bring lawn chairs and blankets and settle in at dusk to watch The Wild Robot outdoors. No tickets required!
When: June 27, 2025
Where: 635 E. Trafficway St. Springfield
Clever Chamber of Commerce: Clever Freedom Celebration
Celebrate freedom and community at this annual event on the grounds of Clever High School. Enjoy food, entertainment, a free Kids Zone, vendors, and a fireworks display.
When: June 28, 2025
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