Friday
03
Feb
Indoor Winter Nationals
Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Friday, February 03, 2012 - Friday, February 03, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fiargrounds - 3001 N. Grant - Springfield, MO
Admission: Advance tickets are $12 for adults 13 and over $5 for children 3-11. At the gate tickets are $14 for adults 13 and over, $7 for children 3-11 years, children 2 and under are free
Indoor Circle track racing at its best. Whether it is 80hp QRC Mini Sprints, Hot Rod Lawn Mowers, Crazy sideways Flat Track Bikes, Quad four wheelers and the wild Pit bikes or the racing karts, the action is always tight and fast.
http://www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
04
Feb
Indoor Winter Nationals
Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, February 04, 2012 - Saturday, February 04, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fiargrounds - 3001 N. Grant - Springfield, MO
Admission: Advance tickets are $12 for adults 13 and over $5 for children 3-11. At the gate tickets are $14 for adults 13 and over, $7 for children 3-11 years, children 2 and under are free
Indoor Circle track racing at its best. Whether it is 80hp QRC Mini Sprints, Hot Rod Lawn Mowers, Crazy sideways Flat Track Bikes, Quad four wheelers and the wild Pit bikes or the racing karts, the action is always tight and fast.
http://www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
11
Feb
Antique Festival of the Ozarks
Event Time: Sat 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sun 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - Saturday, February 11, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds - 3001 N. Grant - Springfield, MO
Admission: $5
Over 30,000 square feet of dealers brought to the Ozarks by Gail Kinney of www.vintagetuls?a.com. A day full of browsing and buying at an event that features furniture, glass, china, collectibles, and much more.
http://www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Sunday
12
Feb
Antique Festival of the Ozarks
Event Time: Sat 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sun 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dates: Sunday, February 12, 2012 - Sunday, February 12, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds - 3001 N. Grant - Springfield, MO
Admission: $5
Over 30,000 square feet of dealers brought to the Ozarks by Gail Kinney of www.vintagetuls?a.com. A day full of browsing and buying at an event that features furniture, glass, china, collectibles, and much more.
http://www.ozarkempirefair.com
417 833-2660
Saturday
10
Mar
Friday
23
Mar
ADF Six-Week School Scholarship Auditions
Event Time: 3:30 pm - 5 pm
Dates: Friday, March 23, 2012 - Friday, March 23, 2012
Location: Missouri State University
The American Dance Festival will be holding its annual six-week-school scholarship auditions for strong applicants with demonstrated need.
http://www.americandancefestival.org/2012school/finAssist.html
919-684-6402
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
Friday
30
Mar
Laugh Out Loud for Feathers & Fur
Event Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Dates: Friday, March 30, 2012 - Friday, March 30, 2012
Location: Central High School, 423 E. Central, Springfield MO 65802
Admission: Adults $10 - Children $7 - Children 6 & Under are FREE!
Laugh Out Loud for Feathers & Fur will be a night filled with laughter as everyone delights in a comedy hypnosis show performed by Branson performer, Jecobie Roberts. There will also be raffle tables with items and gift certificates from supporting area business (an up to date list of items available for the raffle can be found on the event's Facebook page *link below). All proceeds from the night’s event will benefit these three organizations and the wonderful work that they do! - - Tickets are on sale NOW at Ultimate Pet, Sunshine Animal Hospital, and Springfield Veterinary Center. You can also contact any of the three organizations involved to purchase tickets or Tickets can also be purchased at the door the night of the event! - - If you would like more information about donating, volunteering or attending the show please feel free to contact Erica Woolman, Fundraising Coordinator at E.Woolman@live.com Tell all of your friends and family! You don't want to miss this event!!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Laugh-Out-Loud-for-Feathers-and-Fur/223541944407280?sk=wall
417-521-4800
Saturday
31
Mar
Cherry Blossom Kite Festival
Event Time: 11am -3pm
Dates: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Saturday, March 31, 2012
Location: Botanical Center and Japanese Gardens - 2400 S. Scenic - Springfield, MO 65807
Admission: Free!
Celebrate the opening of the Japanese Garden for the season with kites and activities around the garden!
417 891-1515
Wednesday
11
Apr
2nd Annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival
Event Time: 10am-5pm
Dates: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Location: Park Central Square in Downtown Springfield
Admission: Free
Cars! Trucks! Rat Rods! Motorcycles! Food! Music! And more! Don't miss this festival and car show!
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
Friday
20
Apr
Branson Elvis Festival
Event Time: 9am-9pm
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater - 1600 W. Hwy. 76 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: Tickets for the contest are $25.00 plus tax for regular seating and $29.00 plus tax for preferred and VIP balcony seating. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Legends In Concert box office at 1-800-374-SHOW (7469).
The Branson Elvis Festival is a 3 day event located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, home of Legends in Concert, on the world famous 76 strip in Branson, MO. The highlight of the festival, the Ultimate Elvis® Tribute Artist Contest™, will take place on the Legends in Concert stage on Saturday, April 21st at 7:00pm. Festival activities include Elvis Meet and Greet Dinner, Elvis Karaoke, Elvis Festival Vendor Village and more. Visit our www.bransonelvisfestival.com for contest information, tickets and additional festival activities.
www.bransonelvisfestival.com
417 339-3003
Branson Elvis Festival
Event Time: 9am-9pm
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Sunday, April 22, 2012
Location: Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater - 1600 W. Hwy. 76 - Branson, MO 65616
Admission: Tickets for the contest are $25.00 plus tax for regular seating and $29.00 plus tax for preferred and VIP balcony seating. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Legends In Concert box office at 1-800-374-SHOW (7469). Festival activities include Elvis Meet and Greet Dinner, Elvis Karaoke, Elvis Festival Vendor Village and more.
The Branson Elvis Festival is a 3 day event located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, home of Legends in Concert, on the world famous 76 strip in Branson, MO. The highlight of the festival, the Ultimate Elvis® Tribute Artist Contest, will take place on the Legends in Concert stage on Saturday, April 21st at 7:00pm. Visit our www.bransonelvisfestival.com for contest information, tickets and additional festival activities. - - -
www.bransonelvisfestival.com
417-339-3003
Rock'n Ribs BBQ Festival
Event Time:
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Community Blood Center parking lot at Campbell Avenue and Plainview Road
Celebrate at the Rotary Clubs’ 13th Annual Rock’n Ribs BBQ Festival featuring BBQ cooking teams from around the nation. Enjoy live entertainment, children’s activities and much more.
Rock'n Ribs BBQ Festival
Event Time: Fri. 5-11pm (ages 21+) Sat. 10am-11pm (all ages)
Dates: Friday, April 20, 2012 - Saturday, April 21, 2012
Location: Community Blood Center of the Ozarks - 220 W. Plainview - Springfield, MO 65810
Admission: $7 in advance, $10 at the gate - Children 12 and under free
The Springfield Rotary Rock'n Ribs BBQ Festival is the best barbecue event in town! If you love a great party that raises TONS of money for charity, then this event is for you! Did we mention we have a little BBQ too? - - Event highlights include: live music, BBQ sampling, motorcycle show, free children's area with inflatables, pay-per-ride entertainment activities, pie and doughnut eating contests, Porky's Cantina and over 60 barbeque teams competing for thousands in prizes! - - All monies raised stay local and are divided between: Boys & Girls Town of Missouri, Ronald McDonald House Charities-Mobile Dental Unit, Ozark Trails Council - Boy Scouts of America, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the Good Samaritan Boys Ranch, Harmony House and Ozarks Regional YMCA. -
www.rocknribs.com
4178407463
Saturday
28
Apr
C-Street Market Kickoff Celebration
Event Time: 8am-1pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Commercial Street Historic District
Admission: Free
“The Sweetest Little Market in Town” offers up fresh goods and handcrafted item and features local musicians from 10am to noon. At noon, C-Street Market vendors will be joined with live traditional music & dance, streetwide sidewalk sale, fun kids activities in the district's first annual Rhythm & Boom celebration of the coming of the railroad to Springfield on nearby tracks.
www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 839-0119
Show Me Gourd Society State Festival
Event Time:
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
Admission: $5 for weekend pass
A unique event new to the Ozarks. Join in for a weekend of interesting gourd artwork, judging, information and shopping.
First Annual Rhythm on the Rails
Event Time: Noon to 11pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Saturday, April 28, 2012
Location: Commercial Street Historic District
Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate
Traditional music, dance and festivities celebrate the coming of the Railroad to Springfield at Historic Commercial Street in 1870. An opening-day celebration for the seasonal C-Street Market and a districtwide open house will feature the artisans, eateries and friendly merchants that make Historic C-Street a favorite destination both for locals and guests to our area.
http://www.itsalldowntown.com/cstreet
417 864-7015
14th Annual Gourd Festival
Event Time: Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm
Dates: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Sunday, April 29, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Springfield, MO
Admission: $5 for weekend pass. Free parking.
We're shaking it up for 2012...join us for a weekend of gourd art appreciation, fun for the kids, food and a great time!
Friday
04
May
Artsfiesta!
Event Time: 6-9pm
Dates: Friday, May 04, 2012 - Friday, May 04, 2012
Location: Founders Park at Jefferson Avenue and Water Street in downtown Springfield
Admission: Adults $5, kids 10 and under are free.
ArtsFiesta is a Cinco De Mayo celebration of Mexican art, culture, and music from 6-9 p.m. May 4 at Founders Park at Jefferson Avenue and Water Street in downtown Springfield.
http://ilove.springfieldmo.org/post/21028447307/celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-with-artsfiesta-may-4
Saturday
05
May
O'Reilly Auto Parts Ozark 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals
Event Time: Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm; Sunday 9:00am-3:30pm
Dates: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Sunday, May 06, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds - 3001 N Grant Street - Springfield, MO 65803
Admission: Advance Tickets: Adult- $16; child- $8 (3-12 years) - Gate Tickets: Adult- $18; child- $10 (3-12 years) - Two-Day Passes: adult- $32; child- $16 (3-12 years) - - Children under three will be admitted free with paid adult - - Advance discount tickets are available at participating O’Reilly Auto Parts, Price Cutter Supermarkets and www.4WheelJamboree.com
The O'Reilly Auto Parts Ozark 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals® will roar into the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds with a MONSTER of a 4x4 weekend for the entire family with more than 1000 4-wheel drive vehicles.
www.4WheelJamboree.com
317-236-6515
Saturday
19
May
The Second Ever Mother’s Day Festival
Event Time: 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Mother's Brewing Company - 215 S. Grant Avenue - Springfield, MO -
Admission: $5.00; 15 and under are free
Rain or shine, it will be fine. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets! - Go local: beer, food, art, & live music. -
Free Motorcycle Show
Event Time: 12pm - 3am
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
Location: 5484 West Sunshine Street Brookline STA, MO 65619
Admission: Free admission to motorcycle show. To get into the outdoor concert there is entry. More details about ticket prices on the website.
Are you ready for the rock festival you wont ever forget! Springfield’s 1st Annual Rock-N-Rubber will feature dozens of bands, the hottest motorcycles and choppers from around the area. Amazing national rock acts, local and regional rock bands as well as the motorcycle show! - - Get your tickets early for this all ages show. This show is a 2 day event starting on Saturday May 19th and going strong until Sunday May 20th. Gates open at 10am and the show starts at noon each day. Liquor will be served on Sunday. - - Check out the website for more info! - http://rock-n-rubber.com/
Nixa Sucker Day
Event Time: 10am - 5pm
Dates: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Saturday, May 19, 2012
Location: Nixa, Missouri
Admission: Free
A local barber named Finis Gold started Nixa Sucker Day in 1957, and it has since been a longstanding tradition with the people of Nixa, Missouri. Locals would often close up shop and skip school for the day to go grabbin’ for Suckers. The fish were then frozen until there was enough for a big fish fry. Nixa Sucker Day was the result of this annual tradition. This event provides fun for the whole family, along with good food and lots of entertainment.
www.nixasuckerday.org
(417) 725-5551
Saturday
09
Jun
Oinklawn Downs 28th Annual Pig Races for Charity
Event Time: 10am - 12am
Dates: Saturday, June 09, 2012 - Saturday, June 09, 2012
Location: Hwy 76, Cape Fair, MO
Admission: $10 sponsor fee per pig, per race.
The Cape Fair Eagles Aerie 4278 presents the 28th Annual Oinklawn Downs Pig Races for Charity. The day's activities include great BBQ, craft and vendor booths, children's beauty pageant, children's games, raffles, performances by local talent and of course the Pig Races. All proceeds go to charity. There will be a street dance in the evening with music by DJ Jim and an on-site cash bar.
417-538-4733
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
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
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
Wednesday
01
Aug
Bass Pro Shops Fall Hunting Classic
Event Time: Call for details
Dates: Wednesday, August 01, 2012 - Friday, August 31, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, 1935 S. Campbell Ave.
Admission: Free
This event is the largest nine-day hunting sale of the year. Celebrate with local hunting professionals, while also taking advantage of unbelievable savings.
www.basspro.com
417-887-7334
Saturday
18
Aug
28th Annual Possom Trot Day
Event Time: All day
Dates: Saturday, August 18, 2012 - Saturday, August 18, 2012
Location: Walnut Grove City Park
Admission: Free
Booth spaces are available. Spaces are approximately 10 x 12 and will be $20.00 without electricity and $25.00 with electricity. If you are interested in having a space please send your Name of your organization, contact address, contact phone number, type of booth and if you are needing a space with electricity or one with out electricity and a check made payable to Walnut Grove Development Association. - For More information – - Email: PossomTrotDays@gmail.com - Phone: 417-994-2593 -
http://www.walnutgrovemo.com/index.html
417-994-2593
Friday
07
Sep
Outdoor Days at Lake Springfield - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival
Event Time: Saturday 9:30am-4pm, Sunday 11am-3:30pm
Dates: Friday, September 07, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: Lake Springfield, Springfield, MO
Admission: Free and open to the public.
A great weekend for the family! The Mountain Men Rendezvous’ will demonstrate life as it was lived in the 1800’s and kids can try activities like casting, archery, paintball and geocaching. There will be outdoor cooking demonstrations, tent villages, canoe and kayak races, and boat rides on Lake Springfield. This event is held in conjunction with the Springfield Greene County Park board. More information is available at www.basspro.com/fitness. -
www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214
Outdoor Days at Lake Springfield - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival
Event Time: Saturday 9:30am-4pm, Sunday 11am-3:30pm
Dates: Friday, September 07, 2012 - Sunday, September 09, 2012
Location: Lake Springfield, Springfield, MO
Admission: Free and open to the public.
A great weekend for the family! The Mountain Men Rendezvous’ will demonstrate life as it was lived in the 1800’s and kids can try activities like casting, archery, paintball and geocaching. There will be outdoor cooking demonstrations, tent villages, canoe and kayak races, and boat rides on Lake Springfield. This event is held in conjunction with the Springfield Greene County Park board. More information is available at www.basspro.com/fitness. - -
www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214
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
22
Sep
13th Annual ANPAC Car Show for Kids
Event Time: 9am-2pm
Dates: Saturday, September 22, 2012 - Saturday, September 22, 2012
Location: American National Corporate Centre Parking Lot - 1949 E. Sunshine St.
Admission: $5 adults at the show, children under 12 free
Join us for a great day of family fun packed with hundreds of cool cars, kids' games, vendors, live entertainment and more! Proceeds benefit the United Way of the Ozarks.
417 887-4990
Friday
05
Oct
Ozarks Fall Farmfest
Event Time: 9am-5pm
Dates: Friday, October 05, 2012 - Sunday, October 07, 2012
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N. Grant
Admission: Free
The 37th Annual Farmfest is one of the largest Agricultural events in Southwest Missouri, with choice livestock for purchase, state of the art agricultural implements and vendors providing something for everyone.
www.ozarkempirefair.com
417-833-2660
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
12
Oct
Apple Butter Makin' Days
Event Time: Fri-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Dates: Friday, October 12, 2012 - Sunday, October 14, 2012
Location: Town Square in Mount Vernon
Admission: Free
Crafts, food, games, parade, car show and delicious apple butter is made the old-fashioned way in large copper kettles on the Courthouse lawn.
www.mtvernonchamber.com
417 466-7654
Saturday
13
Oct
Tour De Bass - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival
Event Time: 7:30am
Dates: Saturday, October 13, 2012 - Saturday, October 13, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops, Springfield Missouri
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.
Tour De Bass Bike Rides - This event is targeted toward all levels of fitness! People are welcome to ride 20, 35, 70 or 100 miles with us on October 13th. Rides start and end at Bass Pro Shops. Food and water are provided on each course and courses are well marked. Even while participating in the 100 mile ride, riders will never be far away from Springfield. A meal is provided upon completion of the rides. This is a wonderful event to get out and enjoy the beauty of Springfield. Course maps are available at www.basspro.com/fitness under events/tourdebass. -
www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214
Tour De Bass - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival
Event Time: 7:30am
Dates: Saturday, October 13, 2012 - Saturday, October 13, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops, Springfield Missouri
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.
Tour De Bass Bike Rides - This event is targeted toward all levels of fitness! People are welcome to ride 20, 35, 70 or 100 miles with us on October 15th. Rides start and end at Bass Pro Shops. Food and water are provided on each course and courses are well marked. Even while participating in the 100 mile ride, riders will never be far away from Springfield. A meal is provided upon completion of the rides. This is a wonderful event to get out and enjoy the beauty of Springfield. Course maps are available at www.basspro.com/fitness. -
www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214
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
Sunday
21
Oct
Dogwood Canyon Trail Runs - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival
Event Time: 8am
Dates: Sunday, October 21, 2012 - Sunday, October 21, 2012
Location: Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.
Located in Dogwood Canyon, near Lampe, Missouri, these trail runs provide a glimpse into the incredible beauty of the Ozarks. The distance in miles is roughly 9, 15 and 30 miles. The terrain is hilly and challenging but it is worth the effort. Runners will run through at least 4 streams and can cool off in the water upon completion of their event. All participants receive long sleeve tech tees and 25K and 50K finishers receive trail run fleece. 50K finishers will also receive a medal. For more information, please see our website: www.basspro.com/fitness. - -
www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214
Sunday
04
Nov
Conservation Marathon Relay - Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival
Event Time: 7:00am
Dates: Sunday, November 04, 2012 - Sunday, November 04, 2012
Location: Bass Pro Shops, Springfield, MO
Admission: Register early for the best rates. See website for more information.
Relay teams are comprised of five members, running or walking a distance from 3.10 miles to 7.5 miles in order to complete a full 26.2 marathon. The first and third team members will run 10Ks while the second and fourth members complete a 5K each. The final team member will run a 12K. - - The marathon relay continues to appeal to families, friends, co-workers and organizations looking to build relationships and teamwork. Marathon Relay divisions include: Men’s Business, Women’s Business, Coed Business, Family & Friends Men, Family & Friends Women, Family & Friends Coed, Organization Challenge team, and the Battle of the Badges team.
www.basspro.com/fitness
417 891-5214
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