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

Juneteenth
Through June 19
NOIR V: Resilience” opens at Illinois State Museum on Friday as part of Juneteenth Celebration Family Day. Juneteenth, Inc. hosts a Unity Parade on Saturday and celebrations at Comer Cox Park that continue through Sunday. One in a Million, UIS, the ALPLM, The Outlet and LLCC are all holding their own events.

Sangamon County Fair
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY
Tracy Byrd and Jake Worthington play the main stage Friday, local acts such as Lick Creek, Brushville and Deja Voodoo are on the schedule throughout the weekend. Rodeo on Saturday night, demolition derby on Sunday night.
Sangamon County Fairgrounds, New Berlin

Disney’s Moana, Jr.
FRIDAY, SATURDAY SUNDAY
A musical adapted from the Disney movie about the adventurous teenager who sets out on a daring mission to save her people.
Theater in the Park, New Salem

Persona” Opening Reception
FRIDAY 5:30-7:30 p.m.
A national juried exhibition of 2D portraiture showcasing both classical and unique styles. Exhibit open through July 26.
Springfield Art Association

Illinois Sports Hall of Fame Inaugural Induction Banquet
FRIDAY: 5-9 p.m., SATURDAY: 4-9 p.m.
Banquet Friday night includes speakers Dan Hampton of the 1985 Chicago Bears and Ken Anderson, quarterback of the Cincinnati Bengals. On Saturday, celebrate the class of 2024 as they are inducted into the Illinois Hall of Fame.