Photo courtesy Finley FarmsFinley Farms hosts a four-course meal featuring pairings with Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey on March 15. Sign up before it sells out.
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This Week in Springfield, Missouri
Find the best things to do this weekend in Springfield and around southwest Missouri.
by Katie Pollock Estes
Mar 06 2025 at 8 a.m.
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March 6–13
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Top Picks
March 9: Pink Martini
Gillioz Theatre
This band performs songs in 25 languages and has been traveling the world with their multilingual show. Now, you can see them on stage right here in Springfield. Fun fact: Their independent record label Heinz is named after a band member’s dog. Charming!
March 8: Vintage & Virtuoso
Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Celebrate and support the Springfield Symphony Orchestra at this multi-course dinner event featuring dishes inspired by cuisines from Argentina, Peru, Brazil and Chile. One course is even served on stage!
March 8: Barbie International Women’s Day Benefit Screening
Alamo Drafthouse
Alamo Drafthouse is doing a special screening of Barbie. Five dollars from every ticket sold is donated to a good cause that helps local teens: The Kitchen Inc.’s Rare Breed Youth Services.
This Week
March 6: SEArenity Yoga
Wonders of Wildlife
How often do you get a chance to practice yoga surrounded by peaceful, swimming sea creatures? You can do just that at Wonders of Wildlife, where the SEArenity Yoga classes take place near the aquarium's huge tanks.
March 7: First Friday Art Walk
Downtown Springfield
See art by local and regional artists as you stroll through Downtown Springfield galleries and shops, like Missouri State University’s Brick City Gallery, the Creamery Arts Center, Fresh Gallery, Obelisk Home and lots more.
March 7: Barn Dance
Sycamore Creek Family Ranch
Grab your cowboy boots and your favorite person, and head to Sycamore Creek Family Ranch for their monthly Barn Dance. Guests can participate in two-stepping and line dances, and the event is fun for all ages.
Coming Up
March 13: TUKS Camerata In Concert
Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
One of South Africa’s best choral ensembles is joined on the stage by singers from Missouri State Chorale, Nixa High School student choir and Republic High School student choir as they perform South African music.
March 14–23: Exit Laughing
Landers Theatre
This on-stage comedy is performed by Springfield Little Theatre and tells the story of a bridge club, the death of one of its members, and a wild night of fun for the remaining friends who go adventuring with their lost pal’s ashes.
March 18: Bonnie Raitt Live 2025
Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
American singer Bonnie Raitt has made her mark on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and brings her unique blend of folk and blues music to Springfield this month. Her career spans more than 50 years and features hits like “I Can’t Make You Love Me.”
March 15: Horse Soldier Bourbon Dinner
The Ozark Mill at Finley Farms
Finley Farms is hosting a four-course meal featuring pairings with Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey. Come for the whiskey pairings, and stay for the decadent-looking black forest chocolate cake for dessert.
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I’m Katie Pollock Estes, and I’m 417’s Editorial Director. I’ve been here almost 19 years, spending my workdays hunting for the best things to do and people to know in the Ozarks—and working with writers to share it all with you. Got a tip? Email me your story ideas for Datebook and 417 Magazine!
