# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Springfield, IL 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Springfield, Illinois with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
- **Type**: other

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## About

Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Springfield with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Springfield.

## Thanksgiving Events in Springfield

- **Event Name**: Friends Trivia Night
  - **Description**: ☕️🛋️ FRIENDS TRIVIA NIGHT! 🛋️☕️

Could you BE any more ready for trivia?! 👏

Grab your favorite friends and put your knowledge of Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey & Phoebe to the test! From “WE WERE ON A BREAK!” to Smelly Cat and the infamous Than
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  - **Date**: Tue Nov 03 2026 at 06:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/friends-trivia-night/200030737025625
  - **Venue**: 1120 Lincolnshire Boulevard, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62711
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Food Drive for Micropantries! by Junior League & AAUW
  - **Description**: Join AAUW and Junior League for a "Drive & Drop" Food Drive to fill our local Micropantries on Saturday, November 21, from 10:00a.m.-12 Noon at Prevention First (2800 Montvale Dr., Springfield, IL). 
*** Food & Hygiene Product Donations Will Be Un
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/food-drive-for-micropantries-by-junior-league-and-aauw/200030734182514
  - **Venue**: 2800 Montvale Drive, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62704
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: LARP Chronicles Season 6 - Thanksgiving
  - **Description**: Explore the world of Evren, fight off your enemies, and live as the hero of your own story.

Event Registration: https://larpchronicles.com/registration
Sign up for the potluck dinner with your registration!
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun Nov 29 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: Boy Scout Camp Illinek
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, potluck, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Friendsgiving Favorites
  - **Description**: Bring a dish everyone will be talking about. Learn festive, crowd-pleasing dishes that are sure to have your friends asking for that recipe!

Space is limited. Registration is required at https://memorial.health/Event/10057/Friendsgiving-Favorites/event-d
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Tue Oct 13 2026 at 04:30 pm – Tue Oct 13 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/friendsgiving-favorites/200030326805318
  - **Venue**: 320 East Carpenter Street , Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, health-wellness

## Trending Events in Springfield

- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Springfield, MA
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Springfield
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- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Springfield, IL
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Springfield
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- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Springfield, MO
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Springfield
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- **Event Name**: The Temptations & The Four Tops
  - **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✨ Experience the magic of The Temptations & The Four Tops, where mom
  - **Venue**: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: 47th Annual Ozark Fall Farmfest
  - **Description**: Join us for the 47th annual Ozark Fall Farmfest on Oct. 2, 3 & 4, 2026. Show hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Parking and admission are free.

The Ozark Fall Farmfest is held annually on the first week
  - **Venue**: 3001 N Grant Ave, Springfield, MO, United States, Missouri 65803
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- **Event Name**: 2026-2027 Springfield Thunderbirds Season Tickets (Includes Tickets To All Regular Season Home Games)
  - **Venue**: Massmutual Center
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- **Event Name**: VA-Kutchhi Koyal in Virginia Garba with Geeta Rabari
  - **Description**: VA-Kutchhi Koyal in Virginia Garba with Geeta Rabari

Get ready for an exciting evening of Garba, Dandiya, Gujarati music, live singing, and Navratri celebration in Springfield, Virginia. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a festive night filled with
  - **Venue**: The St. James
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- **Event Name**: CultureFest 2026 - Bridging Cultures
  - **Description**: 🌎 Springfield CultureFest 2026 is back! 🎉

Join us on Saturday, October 10th from 10 AM–4 PM as we come together under the newly remodeled C-Street Foot Bridge for a day celebrating the cultures, traditions, and people that make Springfield such a vibrant
  - **Venue**: C-Street City Market
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- **Event Name**: The Book of Mormon at Kuss Auditorium at Clark State
  - **Venue**: Kuss Auditorium at Clark State
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Friends Trivia Night (Tue Nov 03 2026 at 06:30 pm at 1120 Lincolnshire Boulevard, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62711), Food Drive for Micropantries! by Junior League & AAUW (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 10:00 am at 2800 Montvale Drive, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62704), LARP Chronicles Season 6 - Thanksgiving (Fri Nov 27 2026 at 06:00 pm at Boy Scout Camp Illinek), Friendsgiving Favorites (Tue Oct 13 2026 at 04:30 pm at 320 East Carpenter Street , Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701).
- **Q**: What Thanksgiving events are happening in Springfield in October 2026?
  - **A:** Friendsgiving Favorites (Tue Oct 13 2026 at 04:30 pm at 320 East Carpenter Street , Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Springfield?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Springfield include 1120 Lincolnshire Boulevard, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62711, 2800 Montvale Drive, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62704, Boy Scout Camp Illinek.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Springfield include Engrained Brewing Company, Junior League of Springfield, Inc. (Springfield, IL), Memorial Wellness Center.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Springfield?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Springfield.

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