# Books events in Springfield, IL, Today and Upcoming Books events in Springfield, IL - **Subtitle**: All Books events in Springfield, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Springfield like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance - **Category**: ## About All Books events in Springfield, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Springfield like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance ## Events in Springfield - **Event Name**: Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales: Night - **Description**: o Each month, we invite our youngest visitors (0-5 years) and their caregivers to participate in Little Lincoln’s Fireside Tales. This early learning program focuses on reading stories and engaging children in activities and play around a fun theme that c - **Date**: Tue Apr 21 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue Apr 21 2026 at 11:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/little-lincolns-fireside-tales-night/200029920245726 - **Venue**: 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9kZjk4ZWIyNTdiNWM4ZTJiNDgwZjI3N2ExNmE3Nzg4MGM4ZWFiNGJhOWQ4MDkwNTRjOWQ3ZWZhZDk2ZWQzMTRhLXJpbWctdzk4Ni1oMzAwLWRjMTgxMTEwLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1ODIzODY1.avif - **Categories**: Sports - **Event Name**: Lincoln: The Life and Legacy that Defined a Nation in 100 Objects - **Description**: Join us in the ALPLM Union Theater on Wednesday, April 22, for a special evening with our executive director Christina Shutt and chief of acquisitions Dr. Ian Hunt discuss their book: Lincoln: The Life and Legacy that Defined a Nation in 100 Objects. Th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 47 - **Date**: Wed Apr 22 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Apr 22 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/lincoln-the-life-and-legacy-that-defined-a-nation-in-100-objects/200029895084351 - **Venue**: 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8zZTdjMzg4NjAzN2JhNjAyZjFjMjUyMzk4NTdjYzE3NGVhNDk2NTJkMmFiMmYyNDAzMWIyYzAwY2M4ZDhkNDJiLXJpbWctdzk4Ni1oMzAwLWRjNjE1YzQ2LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1MjkwMDcw.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, meet-and-greet - **Event Name**: Lincoln Library Summer Book Sale - **Description**: Join us in supporting Lincoln Library at the annual Summer Book Sale happening on May 16th 9am - 3pm. We've got it all- kids books, James Patterson, fiction, non-fiction, James Patterson, coffee table books, art books, books with photos of best selling a - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/lincoln-library-summer-book-sale/200029920116335 - **Venue**: Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy82Njg0NDFkNjNiNjhlZTM1NDk1YmY2ZGE5ZDE1ZTNkMTUzODU3MWJhNzRmYjVkY2E0MTFlNWRmNjg0Yjg2YjQ1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kY2Y1ZWZlYS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTgyMzE1NQ.avif - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Kids - **Event Name**: Pirates & Princess Day Activity Book Giveaway - **Description**: Ahoy, mateys. Join us for Pirates & Princess Day during Family Fun Sunday as the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes take on the Danville Dans. Kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite pirate or princess and enjoy special activities and an Activity Boo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/pirates-and-princess-day-activity-book-giveaway/200029920275107 - **Venue**: 1415 North Grand Ave E Suite B, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zZGI0YzIzNGRlYWY3YjZhNDBiZmRhMzQ5YmE2MzA1NmY2MzhiOGRlYWE2NTc4YTY5ODVlNTNjYWEwM2ZlZjU2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTgyNDAyNg.avif - **Categories**: kids - **Event Name**: Toddler Time! - **Description**: Get up and get moving at our Toddler Time! This program is full of books, songs and fun activities designed to help develop your child’s language skills. Children ages 18-36 months are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities, and their grownu - **Date**: Tue Apr 14 2026 at 10:30 am – Tue Apr 14 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/toddler-time/200029920302904 - **Venue**: 326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85YzQ2OWUwNTU4MjU2MjA1YTRkNDkyOTQxNjg4ZTBhOTFmOTM1ZTcwNjE2MjM4YmZiNzE1Y2YwYWJhNzllYzZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTgyNDIwMw.avif - **Event Name**: Storytime & Pop-Up Library in Lindbergh Park - **Description**: Join us for Storytime & Pop-Up Library at Lindbergh Park! Every 2nd Wednesday of the month from May through September, we’ll be bringing stories, books, and fun to the park. Come listen, read, and learn together with engaging stories and activities de - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed May 13 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/storytime-and-pop-up-library-in-lindbergh-park/200029920218045 - **Venue**: 326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9kYzIxZDc5NDFmZWRkMmZmNWE3ZjU1ZDMxNWRmOGQxMzk0NGVmMzM2NjIyNzQwOWEwYzJiMDU3MzUyM2I4ZmQ4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzJiYTc5ZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTgyMzcxNQ.avif - **Event Name**: Preschool Story Time! - **Description**: Read, write, talk, sing, and play with us! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong l - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 10:30 am – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/preschool-story-time/200029920337039 - **Venue**: 326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8yMTU4YzI3YjJlNTgxZWM5MGFlNmQzNzA1YjFlMWNlNDFmYWNmOTAxZTg0YzQyYTZkMGRlZmRkYTdlNTA5M2VkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTgyNDM1OA.avif - **Event Name**: ISM Teacher’s Lounge presents: They Called Us Enemy by George Takei - Zoom - **Description**: Join the ISM Teacher’s Lounge to honor AAPI Heritage Month with the moving story They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. Virtual Presentation.About this EventThe ISM Teacher’s Lounge is proud to present They Called - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/ism-teacher’s-lounge-presents-they-called-us-enemy-by-george-takei-zoom/100001986841792285 - **Venue**: Illinois State Museum - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wODczYTdlNDZhMjc2MjhkOWY5OTE0OWYxYzIzNDg1NzQ4MWFkYTY1YTViNTg1MjQ1OWRmOGU1ZTM1MDBiZDkzLXJpbWctdzc3NS1oMzgyLWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTU2OTcyMA.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Book Bedazzling Party - **Description**: Come hang out with fellow booknerds and bedazzle your favorite book! BYOB (bring your own book), all other supplies will be provided! Please no outside food and drinks as we are supporting a local business :) - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/book-bedazzling-party/200029828421816 - **Venue**: Papo's Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xZjE3NzQzZTUwM2IxNDAyNDA3MGY5NTNjZDA4MmFjZjNlYmViMTQ2NzRmZmI4NmMxZmFhNWFmYWE3MmExNjJjLXJpbWctdzYwMC1oNjAwLWRjNDI0NDQzLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc0NjAxMDk1.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: JLS April Book Club: "The Bright Years" by Sarah Damoff - **Description**: Book: "The Bright Years" by Sarah Damoff Host: Lisa Shelton Location: Obed and Isaac's Microbrewery & Eatery One family. Four generations. A secret son. A devastating addiction. A Texas family is met with losses and surprises of inheritance, but they - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/jls-april-book-club-the-bright-years-by-sarah-damoff/200029759507915 - **Venue**: Obed and Isaac's Microbrewery & Eatery - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy80YTYwZWVkMWU0MmM1NjA1NGQ4NjQ3NTkwM2IzNjJkNTkzMjgzYjllYjc5M2ZmYjBmNmMzYTgxZGVlMjNhZjI5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE4MTEtZGNkNzdhOGUtZ21pcj92PTE3NzU4MjQyODk.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: JLS May Book Club: "How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley" by Clare Pooley - **Description**: Book: "How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley" by Clare Pooley Host: Megan Nelson Location: Megan Nelson's home A senior citizens’ center and a daycare collide with hilarious results in the new ensemble comedy from New York Times- bestselling author Cl - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/jls-may-book-club-how-to-age-disgracefully-by-clare-pooley-by-clare-pooley/200029920336938 - **Venue**: 2224 W Laurel St, Springfield, IL 62704-3264, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9mM2U0MGY4YjQxZDQyNjRmZGFkMjUyNGI1ZWFkNTA4NjM2M2U3YmYzZTU2NDFlMDQ1NzRkMzcxNzdhZjgzYzA0LXJpbWctdzk1OC1oNjM1LWRjZmFiZGMyLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1ODI0MzU4.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, literary-art, comedy ## Trending Events in Springfield - **Event Name**: Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street 2026 - **Description**: Location: 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**: 📍 Venue: Great Southern Bank Arena 🏠 Address: 685 South John Q. Hammonds Pkwy., Springfield, MO 65897 🌆 City: Springfield 📍 Location: 37.2021, -93.2831🌟 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=1775870918 - **Event Name**: Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration Concert - **Description**: �JUST ANNOUNCED � 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=1775441303 - **Event Name**: National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff: Little Big Town Gary Levox & Gretchen Wilson - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff: Little Big Town Gary Levox & Gretchen Wilson, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 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**: Henry Winkler Meet and Greet Saturday May 9th - **Description**: Don’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=1775936202 - **Event Name**: Wicked - Springfield - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts 🏠 Address: 525 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65806 🌆 City: Springfield 📍 Location: 37.2046, -93.283🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Wicked - Springfield, the most anticipated gat - **Venue**: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d809f000-2303-11f1-8500-4f0c3b0bf48e-rimg-w1200-h849-dc052f2f-gmir.jpg?v=1773863484 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Springfield? - **A:** Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales: Night (Tue Apr 21 2026 at 09:00 am at 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701), Lincoln: The Life and Legacy that Defined a Nation in 100 Objects (Wed Apr 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701), Lincoln Library Summer Book Sale (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL), Pirates & Princess Day Activity Book Giveaway (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at 1415 North Grand Ave E Suite B, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702), Toddler Time! (Tue Apr 14 2026 at 10:30 am at 326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Springfield? - **A:** ISM Teacher’s Lounge presents: They Called Us Enemy by George Takei - Zoom (Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm at Illinois State Museum). - **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield this weekend April 17–19, 2026? - **A:** Book Bedazzling Party (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm at Papo's Cafe). - **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield in April 2026? - **A:** Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales: Night (Tue Apr 21 2026 at 09:00 am at 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701), Lincoln: The Life and Legacy that Defined a Nation in 100 Objects (Wed Apr 22 2026 at 07:00 pm at 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701), Toddler Time! (Tue Apr 14 2026 at 10:30 am at 326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701), Preschool Story Time! (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 10:30 am at 326 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701), Book Bedazzling Party (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm at Papo's Cafe). - **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 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701, Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL, 1415 North Grand Ave E Suite B, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Springfield? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Springfield include Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, Lincoln Library Alliance, Springfield Lucky Horseshoes. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Springfield? - **A:** Follow the category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Springfield. ## Books Events from nearby cities - [Books Events in Rochester](https://allevents.in/rochester-il/books) - [Books Events in Sherman](https://allevents.in/sherman-il/books) - [Books Events in Auburn](https://allevents.in/auburn-il/books)