# Events & Things To Do In Springfield, Illinois on 8th May 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Springfield, Illinois on 8th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Springfield, Illinois on 8th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Springfield - **Event Name**: Iron Chef 2026 - **Description**: Join us for Iron Chef 2026! Taste Unique Creations from Local Chefs & Creative Cocktails from your Favorite Bartenders. Then Vote for your Favorites! Bid on Unique Culinary Experiences and Support BCEF so we can continue to Enrich the Educational Exp - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 394 - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/iron-chef-2026/200029720548325 - **Venue**: Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Ctr - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy85MTI1YmJmY2ZlNzk2MTBiM2NhYTQ0OGU0MTdmMGM2Mzg2YzAzZTA1MzJkNTE2ZGYwZTA0MzFiZjJkZmE4NjE2LXJpbWctdzEwNzktaDEwNzctZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzQ4NDgzNDg.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: Jesus Christ Superstar at Hoogland Center for the Arts - **Description**: โœจ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Jesus Christ Superstar at Hoogland Center for the Arts, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! ๐ŸŒŸ Imagine of transforming Hoogland Center for the Arts in the heart of - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 โ€“ Sun May 17 2026 (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/jesus-christ-superstar-at-hoogland-center-for-the-arts/2400029767693553 - **Venue**: Hoogland Center for the Arts - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy85YThlMmJmMC0xN2M5LTExZjEtOTY1ZS01NTUzZjJmZjZmMjMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oOTUzLWRjMWMxOTFhLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3MjYyOTAwOA.avif - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures, art - **Event Name**: 2026 Fat A$$ 5K Pre Party - **Description**: Join us downtown for a good ole fashioned street party. Free and open to the public: no need to be a 5K registrant to participate in this pre-party. All proceeds to charity! 7th and Washington - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/2026-fat-a$$-5k-pre-party/200029872693740 - **Venue**: 227 S 7th St, Springfield, IL - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8xYjRjNzY3NjMzN2M2ZTc1MjRkYWYwYmY3NzhhMWM3YmI0YTliYmQ2YjQ2ZDY5NmYyMjkyYTBjOTZlZjM2ZGVmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDc1NjU0MA.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit - **Event Name**: Leadercast Springfield 2026 - **Description**: REGISTER AT WWW.THESCOOCHPROJECT.COM/LEADERCAST Unlock your potential, own your influence, and lead with purpose - no matter your title. Champion the Leader Within is the commitment to develop the leadership potential that already exists inside you. It - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/leadercast-springfield-2026/200029790744515 - **Venue**: Real Life Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOGFjN2NmYjkwYzE1ZGExYjdlN2Q3ODNiOTA3Yjc0NTM2YjQ5ODA5YmRmODNmYzMzY2Q5MDg2ODRmOTFiMTlmZC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg1NjAtZGMxMzE0MTUtZ21pcj92PTE3NzQ4OTgyNzM.avif - **Event Name**: Lick Creek live Fat Ass 5k Pre-Party - **Description**: Deja Voodoo followed by Lick Creek at the Fat Ass 5k Pre Party downtown Springfield - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/lick-creek-live-fat-ass-5k-pre-party/200029879710203 - **Venue**: Springfeild IL - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy80NjhhZjY2NzE3MTAwNWU4ODQ0ZTA5OGNkYzJmMjQ0OGY2NGU3NjBkODVjY2ZlOWQwMTlmNzI4NWJjM2Y3OTQ2LXJpbWctdzgyOC1oNjI0LWRjMDMxOGJlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc0OTI5MDYz.avif - **Event Name**: The Travis Ried Band @ The Bird Tavern! - **Description**: We are honored and excited to welcome The Travis Ried Band @ The Bird Tavern Friday 5/8/26. Show tIme 7pm! Get inspired at The Bird Tavern Live Music! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/the-travis-ried-band-the-bird-tavern/200029863374045 - **Venue**: 1451 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMmNhMDYyZjY3NzAyOGNkNDljZmU3ZjBmY2RkOTM5ZmQ1OGYzNTNmOTA5ZGE1ZDlkZGE3ZmY4NWY2ZDA1OGJiYS1yaW1nLXcxMDI0LWgxNTM2LWRjNDcxMjJlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc0NTQ4NDY1.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music ## Trending Events in Springfield - **Event Name**: Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street 2026 - **Description**: Location:ย Historic Walnut Street between John Q. Hammons Parkway and National AvenueSpringfield, Missouri (Midwest)417-862-2787EVENT INFORMATIONArtsfest makes art essential to t - **Venue**: South National Avenue - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6964471324be6.jpg - **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Springfield Area! - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES: - **Venue**: JORDAN VALLEY PARK - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/065c7554fa5320ba58f10f3703262fb1dd29a90b53d0abe93a5d67f20f8554a1-rimg-w612-h408-dc46491c-gmir.jpg?v=1758302181 - **Event Name**: Springfield Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided) - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES: - **Venue**: Southwind Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9d770a0a10b3d02115e150830a8e0c6477abc0adb98c167d92827da969c5cf15-rimg-w612-h408-dcfdfefd-gmir.jpg?v=1762810373 - **Event Name**: National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Concert with Little Big Town, Gary LeVox, Gretchen Wilson and more - **Description**: ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Great Southern Bank Arena ๐Ÿ  Address: 685 South John Q. Hammonds Pkwy., Springfield, MO 65897 ๐ŸŒ† City: Springfield ๐Ÿ“ Location: 37.2021, -93.2831๐ŸŒŸ Journey into wonder at National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Concert with Little Big Town, Gar - **Venue**: Great Southern Bank Arena - **Event Name**: Kindig-it Design at the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival, MO - **Description**: Be a part of where it all started -- the 2026 Birthplace of Route 66 Festival and Parade on Aug. 7-8 in Springfield, MO. Experience the Birthplace of Rt. 66 Festival with hundreds of classic cars, outstanding live music at three stages, great tastes at D - **Venue**: Downtown Springfield, Springfield, Missouri - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/8467f26c278c68a2aa675ada935443d7a68db12d41416ba220a3c3a732c2ff0e-rimg-w1000-h464-dc151718-gmir?v=1775189604 - **Event Name**: Jeff Dunham at Bank of Springfield Center - **Description**: ๐ŸŽ‰ Welcome to Jeff Dunham at Bank of Springfield Center, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Join us at Bank of Springfield Center in the heart of Springfield, IL - **Venue**: Bank of Springfield Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/bae73a70-2757-11f1-96d6-b101af5a0325-rimg-w1200-h514-dc053290-gmir.jpg?v=1774339317 - **Event Name**: National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff: Little Big Town Gary Levox & Gretchen Wilson - **Description**: ๐ŸŽ‰ Prepare to be amazed at National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff: Little Big Town Gary Levox & Gretchen Wilson, the most anticipated gathering of the season! ๐ŸŒŸ Set against the stunning backdrop of Great Southern Bank Arena - **Venue**: Great Southern Bank Arena - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/17f080c0-0384-11f1-ac62-eba09b58a55d-rimg-w1200-h752-dc000000-gmir.jpg?v=1770400129 - **Event Name**: Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration Concert - **Description**: ๏ฟฝJUST ANNOUNCED ๏ฟฝ The National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration Concert featuring Little Big Town, Chris Jansen, Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts, Gretchen Wilson, Ozark Mountain Daredevils and The Haygoods April 30 | 5:15 PM Tickets on sale 1/30 at - **Venue**: 685 S John Q Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO, United States, Missouri 65807 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/14149b57e998a6c0cc8bd65ea53e2c2999638b315a56a4f6853231205170ba5c-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc1d1a1e-gmir?v=1774461485 - **Event Name**: Henry Winkler Meet and Greet Saturday May 9th - **Description**: Donโ€™t miss the legendary Henry Winkler at the Zombie Hideout in Springfield, MA Saturday May 9th from 10am-1pm! Doors are gonna open up at 8:30 AM for people to start picking up their packages. You must be in line no later than 12:30 PM. If you are not - **Venue**: 362 Cooley St, Springfield, MA 01128-1144, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/556073dfcb9bda95bbbde24e0d5b99b0540bd912b72a3f9ff36ec3e1d0e751ea-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc181913-gmir?v=1774693660 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Springfield? - **A:** Iron Chef 2026 (Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm at Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Ctr), Jesus Christ Superstar at Hoogland Center for the Arts (Fri May 08 2026 at Hoogland Center for the Arts), 2026 Fat A$$ 5K Pre Party (Fri May 08 2026 at 05:00 pm at 227 S 7th St, Springfield, IL), Leadercast Springfield 2026 (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 am at Real Life Church), Lick Creek live Fat Ass 5k Pre-Party (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:30 pm at Springfeild IL). - **Q**: How can I find events in Springfield? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Springfield on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Springfield? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Springfield? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Springfield include Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Ctr, Hoogland Center for the Arts, 227 S 7th St, Springfield, IL. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Springfield? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Springfield include Ball-Chatham Educational Foundation, Vivid Events, Fat Ass 5K & Street Party for Charity. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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