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The Weekender for Aug. 28-30, 2026: Foodies Festival, Moonlight Meander & Hairspray

By Michele Mitchell Aug 28, 2026 | 4:33 PM
Partial eclispe on August 27, 2026. Photo Credit: Steve Bridge

If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, you’ll find great food, live music, theater, and outdoor entertainment happening throughout the Springfield area.

Friday

Second Annual 217 Foodies Festival takes place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Railyard on 66, featuring food, drinks, and entertainment.
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Moonlight Meander begins at 6:30 p.m. at Lincoln Memorial Garden. Enjoy music and nature in perfect harmony during this unique outdoor experience.
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Hairspray comes to the Hoogland Center for the Arts Friday at 7:30 p.m.
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Thunderstruck – America’s AC/DC Tribute performs at Danenberger Family Vineyards Friday at 8 p.m.
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Saturday

Second Annual 217 Foodies Festival returns to the Railyard on 66 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Hairspray returns to the Hoogland Center for the Arts for another 7:30 p.m. performance.
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A Tribute to the Bee Gees: You Should Be Dancing comes to Danenberger Family Vineyards at 8 p.m.
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Sunday

Hairspray concludes its run at the Hoogland Center for the Arts with a 2 p.m. matinee.
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