Springfield Cultural Arts Festival

Schedule

Sat May 30 2026 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Union Square Park | Springfield, IL

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Springfield Cultural Arts Festival on May 30th, 11am - 5pm at Union Square Park
This year’s festival will be vibrant celebration of art, culture, and community, and we can’t wait to see our artist and entertainers shine! ⭐️
Here’s what’s in store for everyone:
20 wonderful Local Artisans, Wild Rose Artisans and the fabulous Fae Folk Art Collective!
Food Trucks: Indulge in mouth watering offerings from three fantastic food trucks, including Lumpia Food Truck serving delectable Filipino dishes, Mexican Food from Jalapeño Express
🌯 Burritos , Quesadillas 🌮 Taco, Aguas frescas, Fresas con crema,
🌽 Elote en vas and Deliciosos Tick’s Barbecue! 🍗
A few of the Performances:
We have Mariachi Solista Gabriel and his daughter Ariel, Folk Dancers will be doing demonstrations from many different cultures, each led by someone from the respective culture. Captivating Belly Dancing performances, Energetic Springfield Drum Circle to get everyone moving, and a Fluid Lounge DJ to keep the vibes going throughout the day.
Fun for the Whole Family: Join us from 11 AM to 5 PM for a day filled with activities. Bring your family, a picnic blanket, and relax on the grass while enjoying the festivities.
Workshops and Poetry: Don’t miss the chance to participate in engaging workshops hosted by the Shatriya Smith with the Garvey Tubman tent, and James Compton Bockmier explore the poetry section where creativity flourishes.
This is a festival you won’t want to miss! If you’re looking for more information or wish to get involved, please reach out to Monica at 217-572-1884 or email us at [email protected].
Join us for a day of joy, art, and community spirit, we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🌟
Sponsored by:
Springfield Cultural Arts Foundation Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
Downtown Springfield, Inc.
Fae Folk Art Collective
Solutions Printing

Location:
Union Square Park
500 E Madison St, Springfield, IL 62701
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Union Square Park, 212 N 6th St,Springfield,IL,United States

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