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Arts & Culture in Springfield: Things to Do

38 upcoming events at 9 venues — tonight, this weekend, and beyond

VenuNite currently lists 38 upcoming arts & culture events in Springfield across 9 venues. Next on the calendar: IL Reads Author: Lisa Maggiore, Ava the Monster Slayer (SoS Tent) at Illinois State Fairgrounds, Cooking Contest - Pie at Illinois State Fairgrounds, Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p) at Illinois State Fairgrounds, Kamokunani Hula Hulau at Illinois State Fairgrounds. Listing data was last refreshed August 20, 2026.

Upcoming Arts & Culture Events

Arts & Culture Venues in Springfield

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Dana Thomas House

More Things to Do in Springfield

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Frequently Asked Questions

What arts & culture things to do are in Springfield tonight?: VenuNite currently has no arts & culture events listed in Springfield for tonight. The full upcoming calendar below includes later dates.
What venues in Springfield host arts & culture events?: Springfield has 9 venues with upcoming arts & culture events, including Illinois State Fairgrounds, Studio on 6th, Old State Capitol State Historic Site and 6 more.
Are there free arts & culture events in Springfield?: 6 upcoming arts & culture events are explicitly listed as free in Springfield. Price information can change, so confirm entry details on the event page or organizer source.

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Fri, Aug 21

IL Reads Author: Lisa Maggiore, Ava the Monster Slayer (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Fri, Aug 21

Cooking Contest - Pie

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Fri, Aug 21

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Fri, Aug 21

Kamokunani Hula Hulau

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Fri, Aug 21 · 5:30 PM

Stained Glass with Mary- FLOWER

B's Creative Studio · Springfield · $71.21

Fri, Aug 21

Orquesta SalSoul Del Mad

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Fri, Aug 21

Kobanova (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sat, Aug 22

IL Reads Author: Zach Von Zonk, E-I-UFO (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sat, Aug 22

Woodridge Park District Dancers

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sat, Aug 22

IL Reads Author: Kristin Nilsen, The Scott Fenwick Diaries (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sat, Aug 22

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sat, Aug 22 · 5:00 PM

History Nights at the Old State Capitol

Old State Capitol State Historic Site · Springfield · Free

Sat, Aug 22 · 6:00 PM

Studio Sessions Friday Night August @ Studio on 6th

Studio on 6th · Springfield · $39.19

Sat, Aug 22 · 6:00 PM

Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th in August

Studio on 6th · Springfield · From $39

Sat, Aug 22

Square Dance For Fun

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sat, Aug 22

Vertical Horizon (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23

Illinois Prairie Clogging Association

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23

IL Reads Author: Gene Ha, Mae (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23 · 1:00 PM

Studio ON SUNDAYS at Studio on 6th with Jeannie Serra

Studio on 6th · Springfield · $33.85

Sun, Aug 23

IL Reads Author: Betsy Bird, POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23

Fleming Academy of Performing Arts

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23

Central Illinois Irish Dance

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Sun, Aug 23 · 6:00 PM

Capitol Creations at Old Stare Capitol August

Old State Capitol State Historic Site · Springfield · From $21

Sun, Aug 23

Slater Nalley (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield

Mon, Aug 24 · 5:30 PM

Read, Reflect and Create Night at the Dana-Thomas House

Dana Thomas House · Springfield · Free

Tue, Aug 25 · 6:00 PM

SIU Alumni Night @ Motorheads

Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum and Entertainment Complex · Springfield · Free

Tue, Aug 25 · 6:30 PM

Paint Your Pup Workshop

The Brinkerhoff Mansion · Springfield · $40

Sun, Aug 30 · 3:00 PM

Illinois Governor's Mansion Art Tours

Illinois Governor's Mansion · Springfield · Free

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:00 AM

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol September

Old State Capitol State Historic Site · Springfield · From $21

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:00 AM

Attention to Detail: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Dana Thomas House · Springfield · Free

Sat, Sep 5 · 1:00 PM

Of Glass and Wood: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Dana Thomas House · Springfield · Free

Sat, Sep 5 · 6:00 PM

Studio Sessions @ Studio on 6th September

Studio on 6th · Springfield · From $39

Sun, Sep 6 · 6:00 PM

Paint the Town Saturday Night September Trees

Studio on 6th · Springfield · From $39

Sun, Sep 20 · 2:00 PM

Paint with Ashley Blake “4 Seasons” Paint Night

Harvest Market · Springfield · $35.98

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PM

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol BLACK LIGHT Saturdays

Old State Capitol State Historic Site · Springfield · From $39

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PM

Studio Sessions Friday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Studio on 6th · Springfield · From $39

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PM

Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Studio on 6th · Springfield · From $39

IL Reads Author: Lisa Maggiore, Ava the Monster Slayer (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Lisa Maggiore, Ava the Monster Slayer (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Lisa Maggiore, Ava the Monster Slayer (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Lisa Maggiore, Ava the Monster Slayer (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Cooking Contest - Pie

Cooking Contest - Pie

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Cooking Contest - Pie

Cooking Contest - Pie

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Kamokunani Hula Hulau

Fri, Aug 21Dance

Kamokunani Hula Hulau

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Kamokunani Hula Hulau

Fri, Aug 21Dance

Kamokunani Hula Hulau

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Stained Glass with Mary- FLOWER

Fri, Aug 21 · 5:30 PM$71.21Workshop

Stained Glass with Mary- FLOWER

B's Creative Studio

Springfield, IL

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Stained Glass with Mary- FLOWER

Fri, Aug 21 · 5:30 PM$71.21Workshop

Stained Glass with Mary- FLOWER

B's Creative Studio

Springfield, IL

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Orquesta SalSoul Del Mad

Fri, Aug 21Music

Orquesta SalSoul Del Mad

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Orquesta SalSoul Del Mad

Fri, Aug 21Music

Orquesta SalSoul Del Mad

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Kobanova (spotlight artist)

Fri, Aug 21Festival

Kobanova (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Kobanova (spotlight artist)

Fri, Aug 21Festival

Kobanova (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Zach Von Zonk, E-I-UFO (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Zach Von Zonk, E-I-UFO (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Zach Von Zonk, E-I-UFO (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Zach Von Zonk, E-I-UFO (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Woodridge Park District Dancers

Sat, Aug 22Dance

Woodridge Park District Dancers

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Woodridge Park District Dancers

Sat, Aug 22Dance

Woodridge Park District Dancers

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Kristin Nilsen, The Scott Fenwick Diaries (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Kristin Nilsen, The Scott Fenwick Diaries (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Kristin Nilsen, The Scott Fenwick Diaries (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Kristin Nilsen, The Scott Fenwick Diaries (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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History Nights at the Old State Capitol

Sat, Aug 22 · 5:00 PMFREEArt

History Nights at the Old State Capitol

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

Free · Eventbrite →

History Nights at the Old State Capitol

Sat, Aug 22 · 5:00 PMFREEArt

History Nights at the Old State Capitol

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

Free · RSVP →

Studio Sessions Friday Night August @ Studio on 6th

Sat, Aug 22 · 6:00 PM$39.19Art

Studio Sessions Friday Night August @ Studio on 6th

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Studio Sessions Friday Night August @ Studio on 6th

Sat, Aug 22 · 6:00 PM$39.19Art

Studio Sessions Friday Night August @ Studio on 6th

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th in August

Sat, Aug 22 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th in August

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th in August

Sat, Aug 22 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th in August

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Square Dance For Fun

Sat, Aug 22Dance

Square Dance For Fun

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Square Dance For Fun

Sat, Aug 22Dance

Square Dance For Fun

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Vertical Horizon (spotlight artist)

Sat, Aug 22Festival

Vertical Horizon (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Vertical Horizon (spotlight artist)

Sat, Aug 22Festival

Vertical Horizon (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Illinois Prairie Clogging Association

Sun, Aug 23Dance

Illinois Prairie Clogging Association

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Illinois Prairie Clogging Association

Sun, Aug 23Dance

Illinois Prairie Clogging Association

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Gene Ha, Mae (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Gene Ha, Mae (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Gene Ha, Mae (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Gene Ha, Mae (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Studio ON SUNDAYS at Studio on 6th with Jeannie Serra

Sun, Aug 23 · 1:00 PM$33.85Workshop

Studio ON SUNDAYS at Studio on 6th with Jeannie Serra

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Studio ON SUNDAYS at Studio on 6th with Jeannie Serra

Sun, Aug 23 · 1:00 PM$33.85Workshop

Studio ON SUNDAYS at Studio on 6th with Jeannie Serra

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Betsy Bird, POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Betsy Bird, POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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IL Reads Author: Betsy Bird, POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme (SoS Tent)

IL Reads Author: Betsy Bird, POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme (SoS Tent)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Fleming Academy of Performing Arts

Sun, Aug 23Theater

Fleming Academy of Performing Arts

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Fleming Academy of Performing Arts

Sun, Aug 23Theater

Fleming Academy of Performing Arts

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Zoo Lady Face Painting (12p-6p)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Central Illinois Irish Dance

Sun, Aug 23Dance

Central Illinois Irish Dance

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Central Illinois Irish Dance

Sun, Aug 23Dance

Central Illinois Irish Dance

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

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Capitol Creations at Old Stare Capitol August

Sun, Aug 23 · 6:00 PMFrom $21Art

Capitol Creations at Old Stare Capitol August

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Capitol Creations at Old Stare Capitol August

Sun, Aug 23 · 6:00 PMFrom $21Art

Capitol Creations at Old Stare Capitol August

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Slater Nalley (spotlight artist)

Sun, Aug 23Festival

Slater Nalley (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Slater Nalley (spotlight artist)

Sun, Aug 23Festival

Slater Nalley (spotlight artist)

Illinois State Fairgrounds

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Read, Reflect and Create Night at the Dana-Thomas House

Mon, Aug 24 · 5:30 PMFREEArt

Read, Reflect and Create Night at the Dana-Thomas House

Dana Thomas House

Springfield, IL

Free · Eventbrite →

Read, Reflect and Create Night at the Dana-Thomas House

Mon, Aug 24 · 5:30 PMFREEArt

Read, Reflect and Create Night at the Dana-Thomas House

Dana Thomas House

Springfield, IL

Free · RSVP →

SIU Alumni Night @ Motorheads

Tue, Aug 25 · 6:00 PMFREEArt

SIU Alumni Night @ Motorheads

Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum and Entertainment Complex

Springfield, IL

Free · Eventbrite →

SIU Alumni Night @ Motorheads

Tue, Aug 25 · 6:00 PMFREEArt

SIU Alumni Night @ Motorheads

Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum and Entertainment Complex

Springfield, IL

Free · RSVP →

Paint Your Pup Workshop

Tue, Aug 25 · 6:30 PM$40Art

Paint Your Pup Workshop

The Brinkerhoff Mansion

Springfield, IL

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Paint Your Pup Workshop

Tue, Aug 25 · 6:30 PM$40Art

Paint Your Pup Workshop

The Brinkerhoff Mansion

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Illinois Governor's Mansion Art Tours

Sun, Aug 30 · 3:00 PMFREEArt

Illinois Governor's Mansion Art Tours

Illinois Governor's Mansion

Springfield, IL

Free · Eventbrite →

Illinois Governor's Mansion Art Tours

Sun, Aug 30 · 3:00 PMFREEArt

Illinois Governor's Mansion Art Tours

Illinois Governor's Mansion

Springfield, IL

Free · RSVP →

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol September

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:00 AMFrom $21Workshop

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol September

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol September

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:00 AMFrom $21Workshop

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol September

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Attention to Detail: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:00 AMFREEArt

Attention to Detail: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Dana Thomas House

Springfield, IL

Free · Eventbrite →

Attention to Detail: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:00 AMFREEArt

Attention to Detail: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Dana Thomas House

Springfield, IL

Free · RSVP →

Of Glass and Wood: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Sat, Sep 5 · 1:00 PMFREEArt

Of Glass and Wood: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Dana Thomas House

Springfield, IL

Free · Eventbrite →

Of Glass and Wood: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Sat, Sep 5 · 1:00 PMFREEArt

Of Glass and Wood: A Dana-Thomas House Specialty Tour

Dana Thomas House

Springfield, IL

Free · RSVP →

Studio Sessions @ Studio on 6th September

Sat, Sep 5 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Studio Sessions @ Studio on 6th September

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Studio Sessions @ Studio on 6th September

Sat, Sep 5 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Studio Sessions @ Studio on 6th September

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Paint the Town Saturday Night September Trees

Sun, Sep 6 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Paint the Town Saturday Night September Trees

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Paint the Town Saturday Night September Trees

Sun, Sep 6 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Paint the Town Saturday Night September Trees

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Paint with Ashley Blake “4 Seasons” Paint Night

Sun, Sep 20 · 2:00 PM$35.98Art

Paint with Ashley Blake “4 Seasons” Paint Night

Harvest Market

Springfield, IL

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Paint with Ashley Blake “4 Seasons” Paint Night

Sun, Sep 20 · 2:00 PM$35.98Art

Paint with Ashley Blake “4 Seasons” Paint Night

Harvest Market

Springfield, IL

View Details →

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol BLACK LIGHT Saturdays

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol BLACK LIGHT Saturdays

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

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Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol BLACK LIGHT Saturdays

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Capitol Creations @ Old State Capitol BLACK LIGHT Saturdays

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield, IL

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Studio Sessions Friday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Studio Sessions Friday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Studio Sessions Friday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Studio Sessions Friday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Sat, Oct 3 · 6:00 PMFrom $39Art

Paint the Town Saturday Night @ Studio on 6th October

Studio on 6th

Springfield, IL

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