# Dog Events | List Of All Upcoming Dog Events In Springfield, IL

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming dog events in Springfield, Illinois, find information & tickets for upcoming dog events happening in Springfield, Illinois.
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Explore all upcoming dog events in Springfield, Illinois, find information & tickets for upcoming dog events happening in Springfield, Illinois.

## Events in Springfield

- **Event Name**: 2026 Fat A$$ 5K & Street Party for Charity
  - **Description**: The Fat Ass 5K & Street Party for Charity was invented on a napkin at Celtic Mist Pub on St. Patrick’s Day in 2008. The race route runs through Downtown Springfield, Illinois. We have donated over $2 million since 2008. The race includes beer, corn do
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/2026-fat-a$$-5k-and-street-party-for-charity/200029362680318
  - **Venue**: 227 S 7th St, Springfield, IL
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, nonprofit, charities, parties, music, sports, live-music, dog
- **Event Name**: Park & Play Palooza!
  - **Description**: Join us for an interactive showcase of Springfield Park District recreation programs! Enjoy hands-on activities, ice skating, fitness fun, sports, dog adoptions, and a scavenger hunt to wrap up the day. There’s something for everyone to explore!

Free for
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/park-and-play-palooza/200029850470345
  - **Venue**: Nelson Center
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  - **Categories**: sports, dog
- **Event Name**: Bark at the Park
  - **Description**: Join us for Bark at the Park as the ’Shoes take on the Dubois County Bombers! Fans are invited to bring their dogs to the ballpark and enjoy a fun night of baseball alongside their four-legged friends. It’s the perfect outing for dog lovers and baseball f
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  - **Date**: Wed Jun 17 2026 at 05:30 pm – Wed Jun 17 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/bark-at-the-park/200029920253821
  - **Venue**: 1415 North Grand Ave E Suite B, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, dog
- **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Ella Memorial Barn Hunt Trial
  - **Description**: City Sniffers Rat Hunt Club, a division of City Sniffers Dog Sports Training, will host a 3-day Barn Hunt trial on May 15-17, 2026, at our facility in downtown Springfield, IL.

Two judges, two rings, two trials offered each day in Instinct, Novice, Open,
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  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/3rd-annual-ella-memorial-barn-hunt-trial/200029786310314
  - **Venue**: City Sniffers Dog Sports Training
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  - **Categories**: sports, workshops, dog
- **Event Name**: Chunky  blanket BLOCKBUSTER BLANKET
  - **Description**: In this class you will have fun learning how to make a chunky blanket by hand knitting it.About this EventDuring this class you will be guided by Jayme on learning how to hand knit a small lap blanket. All Supplies will b
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:30 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/chunky-blanket-blockbuster-blanket/100001985286294750
  - **Venue**: B’s Creative Studio
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  - **Price**: USD 71
  - **Categories**: Workshops, Kids, Art
- **Event Name**: Crochet Coasters
  - **Description**: In this class you will learn some basics of crochetingAbout this EventDuring this class you will be guided by Jayme on learning basic crochet methods while you create this adorable piece at B's! :) Mus
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/crochet-coasters/100001985285944703
  - **Venue**: B’s Creative Studio
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  - **Price**: USD 39
  - **Categories**: workshops, kids, art, dog, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Crochet Class Minion friend
  - **Description**: In this class you will learn some basics of crochetingAbout this EventDuring this class you will be guided by Jayme on learning basic crochet methods while you create this adorable piece at B's! :) Mus
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/crochet-class-minion-friend/100001985285425149
  - **Venue**: B’s Creative Studio
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  - **Price**: USD 39
  - **Categories**: workshops, art, kids, dog, nonprofit
- **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
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  - **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
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- **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)
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- **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)
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Springfield?
  - **A:** 2026 Fat A$$ 5K & Street Party for Charity (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am at 227 S 7th St, Springfield, IL), Park & Play Palooza! (Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm at Nelson Center), Bark at the Park (Wed Jun 17 2026 at 05:30 pm at 1415 North Grand Ave E Suite B, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702), 3rd Annual Ella Memorial Barn Hunt Trial (Fri May 15 2026 at 08:00 am at City Sniffers Dog Sports Training), Chunky  blanket BLOCKBUSTER BLANKET (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:30 pm at B’s Creative Studio).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Chunky  blanket BLOCKBUSTER BLANKET (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:30 pm at B’s Creative Studio), Crochet Coasters (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:00 pm at B’s Creative Studio).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield in April 2026?
  - **A:** Chunky  blanket BLOCKBUSTER BLANKET (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:30 pm at B’s Creative Studio), Crochet Coasters (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:00 pm at B’s Creative Studio), Crochet Class Minion friend (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm at B’s Creative Studio).
- **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 227 S 7th St, Springfield, IL, Nelson Center, 1415 North Grand Ave E Suite B, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Springfield range from USD 39 to USD 71. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Springfield include Fat Ass 5K & Street Party for Charity, Springfield Park District, 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.

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