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Southwind Park

2500 S 11th Street , Springfield, IL 62703

Parks

Our unique 80 acre state-of-the-art park serves as a national model by providing a new dimension of inclusion for all people, “without boundaries.”

We’ve gone beyond full compliance of the American Disabilities Act with a special emphasis and attention given to individuals with physical and cognitive needs. Take a stroll on our 2.5 miles of urban trails. Play a game of bocce ball or shuffleboard on our sports courts near the Hope Family Picnic Pavilion. Enjoy the music and light show at the Selvaggio Historic Arches. Walk, stroll or roll up the ramping system to the fully accessible Treeless Treehouse. Bring the family out and play on Springfield Park District’s largest accessible playground. Grab your poles because our lake outside Erin’s Pavilion is filled with catfish, bluegill and bass!

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Sheryl Crow at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand

Illinois State Fair Grandstand •  Aug 12 @ 8PM

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Illinois State Fair

Illinois State Fairgrounds •  Aug 07 – Aug 17 @ 7AM

The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953 as a showcase for Illinois agriculture. Come join the fun August 10th-20th.

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum •  May 23 – Aug 24 @ 9AM

Lincoln: Sight, Sound & Touch is on display at the ALPLM, May 23 - August 24

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