Arts & Culture in Springfield This Weekend

Frequently Asked Questions

What arts & culture events are happening in Springfield this weekend?

There are 22 arts & culture events in Springfield, Illinois this weekend (August 21 – August 23, 2026), including 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. Browse the full weekend lineup and get tickets on VenuNite.

Are there free arts & culture events in Springfield this weekend?

Yes — 2 of this weekend's arts & culture events in Springfield are explicitly listed as free. Confirm price details on the event page or organizer source.

What arts & culture events are happening in Springfield on Sunday?

10 arts & culture events are listed in Springfield on Sunday, including Illinois Prairie Clogging Association at Illinois State Fairgrounds, IL Reads Author: Gene Ha, Mae (SoS Tent) at Illinois State Fairgrounds, Studio ON SUNDAYS at Studio on 6th with Jeannie Serra at Studio on 6th (1:00 PM), IL Reads Author: Betsy Bird, POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme (SoS Tent) at Illinois State Fairgrounds. Browse the Sunday section for times and venues.

Where can I see arts & culture in Springfield beyond this weekend?

VenuNite lists every upcoming arts & culture event in Springfield, Illinois — tonight, this weekend, and beyond. See the full Springfield arts & culture calendar for all listings.