

# Poetry events in Springfield, IL, Today and Upcoming Poetry events in Springfield, IL

- **Subtitle**: All Poetry events in Springfield, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Springfield like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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## About

All Poetry 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**: Transgender Day of Visibility Rally
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Transgender Day of Visibility Rally
Saturday, 4 April from 12-2
Illinois State Capitol
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Join us for a day of fun, celebration, and joy as a form of resistance! Local musician Ricki Marvel will be performin
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/transgender-day-of-visibility-rally/200029849651544
  - **Venue**: 401 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701-1727, United States
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Tales of the Open Road: A Route 66 Open Mic Night
  - **Description**: In celebration of Route 66! A night of poetry, stories and tall tales, original songs and more! For more information please contact The Pharmacy. 

Bring your work - new poets and story tellers encouraged and welcomed. $5 donation to the Pharmacy. Beverag
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/tales-of-the-open-road-a-route-66-open-mic-night/200029806704418
  - **Venue**: The Pharmacy Gallery &amp; Art Space
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  - **Categories**: open-mic, art, literary-art, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: SPW Monthly Open Mic at Edwards Place
  - **Description**: Come join Springfield Poets &amp; Writers at Historic Edwards Place for their monthly open mic on the campus of the Springfield Art Association!
Just enter through the porch door of Historic Edwards Place, be careful around the artifacts, and do not bring
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  - **Date**: Wed Apr 01 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/spw-monthly-open-mic-at-edwards-place/200029867804635
  - **Venue**: Edwards Place
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  - **Categories**: art, open-mic, literary-art
- **Event Name**: ARP REUNION HONORING DORIS CHAMBERS
  - **Description**: Calling all ARP alumni as we come together to honor Doris Chambers, whose guidance and commitment helped lay the foundation for our successAbout this EventCalling all ARP alumni and community members!
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/arp-reunion-honoring-doris-chambers/100001980582098372
  - **Venue**: Illinois State Library
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: calendar, spoken-word

## 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**: 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**: 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**: 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**: Jeff Dunham at Bank of Springfield Center
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Jeff Dunham at Bank of Springfield Center, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Bank of Springfield Center in the heart of Springfield, IL
  - **Venue**: Bank of Springfield Center
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- **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  &amp; 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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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Transgender Day of Visibility Rally (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm at 401 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701-1727, United States), Tales of the Open Road: A Route 66 Open Mic Night (Sat May 09 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Pharmacy Gallery &amp; Art Space), SPW Monthly Open Mic at Edwards Place (Wed Apr 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Edwards Place), ARP REUNION HONORING DORIS CHAMBERS (Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at Illinois State Library).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Springfield?
  - **A:** ARP REUNION HONORING DORIS CHAMBERS (Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at Illinois State Library).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield today April 01, 2026?
  - **A:** SPW Monthly Open Mic at Edwards Place (Wed Apr 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Edwards Place).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield this weekend April 3–5, 2026?
  - **A:** Transgender Day of Visibility Rally (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm at 401 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701-1727, United States).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Springfield in April 2026?
  - **A:** Transgender Day of Visibility Rally (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 pm at 401 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701-1727, United States), SPW Monthly Open Mic at Edwards Place (Wed Apr 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Edwards Place).
- **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 401 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701-1727, United States, The Pharmacy Gallery &amp; Art Space, Edwards Place.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Springfield include Land of Lincoln Democratic Socialists of America, Springfield Poets and Writers, Erica Austin.
- **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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