Apr 27 Monday
Join us for a month-long celebration of new vegan dishes all over Champaign! Businesses across the area will showcase exciting special vegan menu items, giving everyone the opportunity to explore creative plant-based dishes crafted by talented local chefs.
How It Works:- Visit participating restaurants throughout Champaign- Try their exclusive vegan offerings.- Share your experience—vote, comment, post photos of your favorite meals, and tag us at @veganchefchallengeMWThis event is open to everyone—not just vegans! It’s about bringing our community together to celebrate incredible food and support Champaign chefs.
Get Involved:Looking for ways to connect? Volunteer with us! We’re seeking passionate individuals to help with outreach, event promotion, and community building throughout the month. It's a great way to meet like-minded people and make a difference! Volunteer using this link: TinyURL.com/VOLVCCJoin us in making Champaign an even more inclusive, vibrant, and compassionate community.For details on participating businesses, menus, sponsorship opportunities, and more, visit our website at veganchefchallenge.org/Champaign
Apr 28 Tuesday
Apr 29 Wednesday
Apr 30 Thursday
May 02 Saturday
3 barns - 3 acres - 100+ curated vendors. Unique vintage and antiques, handmade goods, flea market treasures, boutiques, food trucks, live music and lots of fun!
🌸 Spring into Creativity 🌸Join us for a SPRING CRAFT CROP! May 2, 2026 - 9am-6pm$30 per person includes Lunch!It’s time to clear off your craft table, pack up your projects, and spend a full day creating with friends!Prairie Stampers is hosting a Spring CRAFT CROP and you’re invited to work on your scrapbooking, cardmaking, paper crafting, or any creative project your heart desires.
📍 Location: Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church,501 S Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL 62704.
Contact: PrairieStampers@gmail.com for registration information
May 16 Saturday
Join us as we celebrate the powerful starts that spark life-changing journeys. Register for the Girls on the Run 5K Presented by Memorial Health and get ready to Celebrate Your Start alongside 400+ girls in our community! This celebratory, non-competitive event is the culminating experience of our 10-week program.
9:00 AM - Activities 10:00 AM - 5K Begins
On this special morning, you will be surrounded by girls who have discovered how to take brave steps, set goals, and believe in themselves. Whether you walk, skip, or roll, we want you to be part of the excitement, joy, and confidence-building!
May 22 Friday
Step into the spirit of the holidays with decor arranged by the Springfield Civic Garden Club. Enjoy the sparkle of art glass throughout the house. Tours run every 15 minutes; final departure at 6:30 PM. Post-tour cocoa and s'mores in the courtyard, with live music by Ben Bedford from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. (No live music December 26.) Courtyard closes at 7:45 PM. Registration available through Eventbrite but not required.
Jun 09 Tuesday
It’s been years in the making, and now it’s official; the 2026 HOT ROD Power Tour will cruise along legendary Route 66 as the world’s largest rolling automotive festival helps celebrate 100 years of America’s most famous roadway. The Power Tour runs June 8–12, 2026, starting in Illinois and ending in Oklahoma, following one of the most nostalgic and culturally important stretches of pavement in American history. Along with the 1,000 miles of driving and high-octane events, spectators can enjoy autocross and live entertainment. America’s largest traveling car show brings more than 6,000 cars and trucks of all years, makes, and models to this incredible event.
Sep 19 Saturday