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Published April 25, 2022
What's Happening Around Town: May Events
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Springfield Cardinals V. Northwest Arkansas Naturals
Where: Hammons Field
When: May 3 - May 8
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Come out and watch the Springfield Cardinals take on the Northwest Arkansas Naturals! Check out the fun things that are happening!
Great Southern Bank $2 Tuesday, Purina Woof Wednesday,Thirsty Thursday (™), Friday Night Fireworks - Kids Dance Party Fans-On-Field Fireworks, and Hiland Dairy Ice Cream Sunday & Kids Run the Bases. PLUS on Saturday the first 2,000 fans will get TWO vouchers to a 2022 St. Louis Cardinals.
Ozark Lyric Opera Presents: Opera Rocks
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: Thursday, May 5
Time to ditch the tuxes and break out the amps! For one night and one night only, Ozarks Lyric Opera is hosting the rock-and-awe fundraiser of the year with a glam-gala concert of your favorite Rock hits performed by the cast of Pagliacci and the epic stylings of M-Dock Band. The party starts May 5th at the Gillioz Theatre! Opera rocks, so help your local opera company rock on by rocking out!
First Friday Art Walk
Where: History Museum on the Square
When: May 6
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Come to downtown Springfield 6-10 p.m. the First Friday of each month for First Friday Art Walk, a feast for the senses in 24-plus locations. This FREE, self-guided tour of gallery and art venues features original artworks, live art demonstrations, live music, local history, international culture, plus all the dining, shopping and entertainment that the heart of the city is known for.
Boundless: A Spring Dance Concert
Where: Coger Theatre, MSU
When: May 6 - May 8
Emerging from the fundamental rhythms of life, dance fuses physical and emotional energy to create a medium of expression like no other.
Each year, Missouri State’s Spring Dance Concert offers fresh compositions in a variety of dance styles, many featuring original music and multimedia effects. Innovative choreography animates concepts ranging from the fanciful to the profound, while showcasing the strength, precision, grace, beauty and joy of movement that is dance. Prepare to be surprised, delighted, challenged and inspired by the BOUNDLESS power of performance art at our Spring Dance Concert!
Dave Landau
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: May 6
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Dave Landau, the 3rd chair on one of the most popular conservative talk shows in the world, LOUDER WITH CROWDER on Blaze TV just announced additional dates for his 2022 comedy tour. Dave Landau might appear to be just like you, but he’s not really. His mind goes to places that angels would fear to tread, and he has no problem telling you about it. The mark of a great comedian, it is said, is the ability to find jokes where others would find tears. Dave finds jokes everywhere; with his own foibles and faults, to his family, to pop culture and the state of the world today.
Corn Dog Kickoff 2022
Where: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
When: May 7
Have you ever thought to yourself, 'I could go for a Corndog, Funnel Cake, Hot Beef Sundae, and a Deep Fried Pop Tart'?
But where can you get all of these at once? The Corndog Kickoff of course! You don't have to wait until the fair to indulge in all your favorite things! Join us on May 7th and try all your favorites! Tickets include a full-size corndog, two full-sized drinks, and ENDLESS fair food samples!
Plus D.J. Tommy T will be performing LIVE! You won't want to miss it!
Dirt Day
Where: Lafayette Park
When: May 7
This will be our 8th year hosting Dirt Day, a family event focused on green living, gardening, outdoor fun, and being creative. All along the promenade by the tennis courts will be lots of tents with vendors sharing information about their organization and having kid-friendly activities. Favorites for the gardeners are picking up FREE plant cutting and seedlings to grow in your own garden. We will have live music and some pretty cool things to do.
NEEDTOBREATHE: Into The Mystery Acoustic Tour
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: May 7
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Since 1998, NEEDTOBREATHE have quietly emerged as a dynamic force in rock music, topping the charts, selling out historic venues, and generating hundreds of millions of streams to date. The band have gathered one platinum single, four gold singles, and a gold album. Along the way, “ Multiplied” notched their first GRAMMY® nomination. Simultaneously, they performed to sold out crowds at arenas and amphitheaters coast to coast. In addition to garnering two nods at the Billboard Music Awards, they’ve attracted acclaim from People, Rolling Stone, Forbes, and many more.
Mother’s Day Festival
Where: Mother’s Brewing Company
When: May 7, May 14, May 21
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Dear lovers, far and near, we are so excited to announce that it is finally THAT TIME! We had such a great time celebrating our 10th anniversary with you all over the course of three weekends in 2021 that we are doing it again!
THREE Mother’s Day Fests?!? Again? Are we mad? You bet we are!
$10 a day or $25 for all Saturdays. 12 and under free!
Find out all the details here!
Sock and Undie 5K Rundie
Where: Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park
When: May 7
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Calling all super heroes !
Grab your cape and join us for our annual Sock and Undie 5k Rundie! This fun family event supports one of the biggest needs at FosterAdopt Connect - new socks and underwear for foster youth through our Sammy's Window program. Be an everyday hero by donating new socks and underwear. Then complete the 5k sporting your own socks and underwear the way you want - on the inside, the outside, or even all by themselves (please remember that this is a family friendly event!).
Superhero costumes are also encouraged (psst - we hear they make you run faster). Proceeds benefit FosterAdopt Connect, a local non-profit organization.
Register early! Prices go up as we get closer to the day.
Springfield Cardinals V. Amarillo Sod Poodles
Where: Hammons Field
When: May 10 - May 15
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Come out and watch the Springfield Cardinals take on the Amarillo Sod Poodles! Check out the fun things that are happening!
Great Southern Bank $2 Tuesday, Day Baseball (Wednesday), Thirsty Thursday (™), Friday Night Fireworks - Enjoy a spooky fireworks show (don't worry... not that spooky) after our Half-Way to Halloween Game!,and Hiland Dairy Ice Cream Sunday & Kids Run the Bases.
The Springfield Symphony’s Flamenco! Concert
Where: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
When: May 7
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Join the Springfield Symphony for a thrilling performance of Flamenco music with Kansas City’s own Flamenco group - Ensemble Iberica. Hear the rhythms and melodies of Spain as the orchestra is joined by guitar, percussion, and vocals. Watch as the drama of the Flamenco dance is brought to life on stage at Hammons Hall. It will be a great way to cap a season of our Dance Mix!
Daughtry - The Dearly Beloved Tour
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: May 13
Come out and see American Idol alum Chris Daughtry on his Dearly Beloved Tour will be at the Gillioz Theatre on May 13 at 8 PM!
7C’s Winery 0.5K Fun Run
Where: 7C’s Winery & Meadery
When: May 15
7C's Winery will host its 1st 0.5k Fun Run/Walk - this event includes a souvenir Glass, a glass of wine (soda for under 21). Instead of a Banana you will receive a Banoffee Pie from London Calling. 7C’s Winery is a Family Friendly so bring the gang to enjoy a day in the country. Free Wine & Mead Tasting available
Missouri Beef Days
Where: Bolivar, Missouri
When: May 16 - May 21
The inaugural Missouri Beef Days event is a week-long celebration of all things beef, hosted by one of Missouri’s top beef-producing counties, and highlighting the industry’s importance to the region, state, and nation. Attend beef tours, dine on delicious farm-raised products, attend concerts and rodeos, and don’t miss the Beef Days Parade.
CATS The Musical
Where: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
When: May 17 - May 19
Audiences and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking music and stunning choreography. Winner of 7 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL, CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn.
The original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, original scenic and costume design by John Napier, all-new lighting design by Natasha Katz, all-new sound design by Mick Potter, new choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne and direction by Trevor Nunn make this production a new CATS for a new generation!
Don McLean
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: May 20
Don McLean developed his love for music at an early age. He purchased his first guitar as a teenager, and took opera lessons paid for by his sister. These lessons combined with many hours in the swimming pool, helped Don to develop breath control, which would later allow him to sing long, continuous phrases, in songs such as "Crying", without taking a breath. His passion for folk music followed, and Don began a storied career that has spanned decades, crossed continents and on occasion defied genres. "American Pie" was voted number 5 in a poll of the 365 "Songs of the Century" compiled by the Recording Industry Association of America and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Air Supply
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: May 22
Graham Russell & Russell Hitchcock met on May 12, 1975, the first day of rehearsals for "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Sydney, Australia; they became instant friends with their common love for The Beatles and, of course, singing. After the shows' performances at 10:30, they would play pizza parlors, coffee bars and night clubs with just one guitar and two voices. They quickly gained a reputation for great harmonies and for original songs that Graham was constantly writing. They made a demo on a cassette of two songs, "Love and Other Bruises" and "If You Knew Me" and took it to every record company in Sydney. Everyone turned it down but one — CBS Records — who admired their unique style.
Brooks & Dunn Reboot Tour
Where: Great Southern Bank Arena (JQH Arena)
When: May 22
Brooks & Dunn are coming to Springfield on May 22 with special guest Jordan Davis!
Paw Patrol Live!
Where: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
When: May 24 & May 25
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X barks the spot in PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure”! It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration! But first, Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescue Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern. When they do, they also discover a secret pirate treasure map! The PAW Patrol set out over land and sea to find the treasure for Mayor Goodway’s celebration before Mayor Humdinger finds it first! The pups will need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure, including some help from the newest pup … Tracker!
39th Annual Mid-America Street Rod Nationals
Where: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
When: May 27 - May 29
Even though you may not be in a hot rod everyone is welcome to attend the event. Bring the whole family for a day at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds and check out all of the hot rods.
