Photo by Chuck TraversShop Schofield + Gray's Mother's Day Market this weekend.
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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
May 08 2025 at 8 a.m.
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May 8–15
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May 8: Find Her Signature Scent
Cassidy Station
Cassidy Station at Estes Farms is hosting a Mother’s Day Workshop where guests get a chance to blend their own custom perfume scent with help from the folks from Aroma Design Perfume Bar. Bonus: There will be some tasty treats on hand too, like coffee and homemade cookies.
May 10: Historic House Tour
Rountree Neighborhood
Stroll through the scenic Rountree neighborhood and get a sneak peek into some of the area’s beautiful historic homes. There’s complimentary parking from University Heights Baptist Church to the tour area.
May 10: Mother’s Day Market
Schofield + Gray
Spend the day exploring the Schofield + Gray homestead, where you’ll find antique, vintage, decor and craft vendors scattered around a shady, scenic setting. It’s the perfect place take Mom, so you can buy her something special for Mother’s Day.
This Week
May 8: Concerts in the Wild: Bryan Copeland
Dickerson Park Zoo
Concerts in the Wild is a new series at Dickerson Park Zoo. Each concert features a different musician, and proceeds benefit Friends of the Zoo and its work to support zoo projects and operations—including the conservation education department. This month’s concert features Springfield-based vocalist Bryan Copeland. Tickets include entry into the zoo and the concert.
May 9: Danae Hays: The First Time Tour
Gillioz Theatre
Comedian and actor Danae Hayes brings hilarious southern characters to the stage and is known for her parody country music songs. If you opt for the VIP tickets, you get priority seating, and access to a Q&A. This show is for ages 12 and older.
May 11: Preserve Nature’s Beauty
Finley Farms
Finley Farms is teaming up with flower artist Hannah Klein for a Pressed Flower Frames Workshop. You’ll learn how to press dried flower petals to design a piece of framed art, and Klein will share some handy floral design tips. Visit for info and to register.
Through May 11: Disney’s The Little Mermaid
The Landers Theatre
See Ariel, Sebastian and Flounder up on stage as you hear your favorite songs from The Little Mermaid (like “Under the Sea” and “Part of Your World”) at this Springfield Little Theatre mainstage performance.
Coming Up
May 16: 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.
May 25: Alabama
Thunder Ridge Nature Arena
See this beloved country band take the stage at Thunder Ridge Arena, where guests get to enjoy a Table Rock Lake view while they watch the show. Alabama has been making music since 1969 and saw especially great success in the 1980s with hits like “Tennessee River,” “Mountain Music” and more. The band is joined by special guest Pat Green.
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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!
