It’s the most wonderful time of the year—particularly here in the Capitol City area! From beloved traditional events to unique opportunities and experiences, there’s never a lack of reasons to celebrate the season with friends and neighbors new and old. We’ve collected the best of those opportunities and experiences right here, but keep checking back—we’ll be adding more events, news and fun right through to 2026!

Crime
1 month ago
Crime of the Week: Protect gifts, deliveries, property over the holidays

The holiday season can make for easy criminal targets.

Local
1 month ago
Springfield’s holiday historic homes tour

The city’s most treasured homes dressed in their seasonal best!

Deep Dish Pumpkin Pie
Holiday Guide
1 month ago
What happens when pumpkin pie meets deep-dish pizza?

For pumpkin pie, one state stood out: Illinois.

Holiday Guide
1 month ago
Thanksgiving in Illinois costs less — really!

Illinois Farm Bureau: Illinois did not have turkey problems that other states did.

Turkey
Holiday Guide
1 month ago
Let’s talk turkey prep

Here are three great ways to prepare your Thanksgiving turkey.

turkey
Holiday Guide
1 month ago
Turkey FYI

Here are 12 facts about turkey and more.

Holiday sweets
Holiday Guide
2 months ago
Memorial Health class teaches you how to change the ingredients in holiday sweets

“Holiday Sweets & Treats” class at Memorial’s Wellness Center December 9.

Thanksgiving dinner
Holiday Guide
2 months ago
8 tips to avoid holiday weight gain this Thanksgiving

You could add up to two pounds to your weight with holiday food.

Small business is big business across much of North America.
Holiday Guide
2 months ago
The many reasons to support Small Business Saturday

Small business is big business across much of North America.