Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Michelle Ownbey from the Illinois Times talks with Will Stevenson on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch about things to do this weekend in the Springfield area.

Something Rotten!
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY, WEDNESDAY: 8:30 p.m.
A musical comedy that follows the Bottom brothers as they struggle to compete against their contemporary, William Shakespeare.
The Muni

Dr. Dolittle Day
SATURDAY 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Children’s activities, games, live music and more.
Henson Robinson Zoo

Chautauqua Series 2025: Ways to Discover
SUNDAY: 1-3 p.m.
Coinciding with National Trails Day, the event will begin with a lecture on “Exploring Menard County Trails: Ancient, Historical, Present and Futuristic. The talk will be followed by a live performance by Bed Bedford, a Springfield-based songwriter who documents the region’s history and wildlife in song.
Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site

Pastor Jerry Jones & The Fantastic Jones Family
SUNDAY: 4-6 p.m.
Annual gospel anniversary concert and CD release. Bring a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry.
Fresh Visions Community Church

Lake Springfield’s 90th Birthday
MONDAY: 4-7 p.m.
Music by Jason McKenzie, touch a truck, food trucks, birthday cake and more.
Lake Springfield Center Park