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Springfield Christmas Parade to transform downtown Springfield

The City of Springfield is excited to host the annual lighted Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2 in downtown Springfield.

A record number of 90 parade units will proceed along South Main Street, including marching bands, community groups, small...

Springfield Christmas Parade Registration Open, Grand Marshal Announced

The City of Springfield is excited to host the annual lighted Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2 in downtown Springfield. Local resident and Fox 17 News anchor Jennifer Waddell will be the parade grand marshal.

The lighted Christmas Parade prov...

Springfield’s Winter Wonderland Returns to J. Travis Price Park

J. Travis Price Park will once again be home to thousands of lights and more than a dozen holiday scenes as Winter Wonderland returns for its 23^rd year. The tradition continues with drive through and walkable experiences as well as family-friendly activit...

Free Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides to Return to Downtown Springfield

Visit Springfield this holiday season to enjoy a free horse-drawn carriage ride through our historic downtown!

Holiday magic at its finest – the lights, the bells, the horses, and a beautiful downtown with plenty of character. Carriage rides will operate o...

Springfield to Conduct Annual Leaf Collection

The City of Springfield will conduct its annual autumn leaf collection beginning Monday, November 6 through Monday, December 29, 2023.

The City of Springfield provides residents living within the city limits of Springfield bagged leaf collection service du...