BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/springfield-il/family.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - springfield-il (family) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Story/Coloring - Our Town Books DTSTART:20260905T153000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T063705Z UID:10009303-1788604200-1788606000@jacksonvilleil.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Story time is back! Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30 fo r a fun story and activity for the kiddos! \nThis is a completely FREE eve nt! LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T063705Z LOCATION:Our Town Books\, 74 East Central Park Plaza\, Jacksonville\, IL\, 62650\, United States URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/event/storytime-our-town-books/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Jacksonville\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/experience/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ yOUTh (ages 12-14) Group DTSTART:20260908T223000Z DTEND:20260909T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T001109Z UID:10010051-1788888600-1788895800@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:community,family LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T001109Z URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/lgbtq-youth-group-2/2026-09 -08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Storytime DTSTART:20260911T150000Z DTEND:20260911T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T063552Z UID:10001730-1789120800-1789126200@jacksonvilleil.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join the Library for stories\, songs\, and rhymes! \nStory Tim e and Baby Story time are back! And we’re excited to announce that we wi ll be resuming afternoon Story Time at 3 PM every Wednesday as well!\n\nFo r more information call the library at 217-243-5435 LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T063552Z LOCATION:Jacksonville Public Library\, 201 W College Ave\, Jacksonville\, IL\, 62650\, United States URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/event/baby-storytime/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Jacksonville\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://jacksonvilleil.org/experience/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ yOUTh (ages 15-17) Group DTSTART:20260911T230000Z DTEND:20260912T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T000135Z UID:10001767-1789149600-1789156800@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:community,family LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T000135Z URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/lgbtq-youth-group/2026-09-1 1/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Spectacular DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260815T003637Z UID:27-1789171200-1789343999@carillon-rees.org CATEGORIES:arts,family,festival DESCRIPTION:Art Spectacular at the Carillon \nA juried Fine Art & Fine Cra ft Fair\nCelebrate 21 Years of Art\, Music & Community \nJoin Us for the 2 1st Anniversary of Central Illinois’ Premier Fine Art Festival! Art Spec tacular at the Carillon is a top-ranked juried fine art show named one of the Best 200 Art Fairs in the U.S. by Sunshine Artist Magazine. \n📅 Sep tember 12\, 2026 – September 13\, 2026 \n📍 Washington Park\, Springfi eld\, IL (at the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon) \n🕰️ Saturday: 10 AM –5 PM | Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM \n🎟️ Free Admission | Family-Friendly | Rain or Shine \nThis year’s festival brings together 40+ exceptional a rtists from across the Midwest and beyond\, showcasing original\, museum-q uality works in a wide variety of media\, including: \n\nPainting\nSculptu re\nPhotography\nJewelry\nCeramics\nMixed Media\nWood & Glass Art\n\n\nWhe ther you’re a seasoned collector or a casual admirer\, you’ll discover something special. \n\n\nVIEW 2025 pROGRAMRaise a Glass at the NEW Wine T ent\nThis year\, All About Wine brings the flavor to Art Spectacular! Visi t our brand-new Wine Tent to purchase and enjoy a selection of wine and be er while you explore the show. Beverages must be enjoyed within the design ated gated area—no outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. \nThe perf ect pairing for a day of art\, music\, and community! \n\n\n\nMore Than Ju st Art\nFounded in 2006 by Rees Carillon Society Board Member\, Barb Walke r\, Art Spectacular is a multi-experience festival of art and music that a ttracts approximately 5\,000 art lovers\, families\, and collectors each y ear. This professionally juried fine art and craft show features collector and museum-quality works in a range of price points—from $50 to $7\,500 . \nArt Spectacular is more than a fine art show—it’s a full weekend e xperience for all ages: \n🎨 Live Artist Demonstrations – Watch talent in action \n🎶 Live Music Performances – Relax and enjoy local musici ans \n👧 Kids’ Place & Kids Only Art Sale – Creative fun for young a rtists \n🍔 Food Vendors – Delicious local eats and treats \n🎁 Sile nt Auction & Gift Basket Raffle – Support the Carillon and win big \n\n\ n\nEvent Details\nDate: September 12-13\, 2025 \nTime: Saturday\, Septembe r 12th 10 AM–5 PM | Sunday\, September 13th 10 AM–4 PM \nAdmission: Fr ee! \nPets: For the safety of pets\, people\, and artwork\, only licensed service animals are allowed \nEvent Contact: Connie Heskett\, Chair \n📧 spfldartspectacular@gmail.com | 📞 217-306-1838 \n\n\n\nLocation & Park ing\nWashington Park\, 1740 W Fayette Ave\, Springfield\, IL \nThe event t akes place near the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon. \nFree parking availabl e throughout the park and surrounding streets. The area is ADA accessible with paved paths and restrooms nearby. \n\n\n\nWelcome to our 2025 Artists !\n\n\n\n\n\nName\nMedium\nState\n\n\n\n\nAmes Woodworking Art\n Wood\n  IL\n\n\nArt Glass Array\nGlass\nMO\n\n\nArtistry Underfoot\nFiber Cloth\nM O\n\n\nArtSilver/Madjar Designs\nJewelry\nCO\n\n\nCarved Decoys\nWood\nIL\ n\n\nClaylickcreek Pottery\nClay/Ceramics\nIL\n\n\nDragonfly Kiln Works\nJ ewelry\nMO\n\n\nDrenched in Peace\nFiber\nMO\n\n\nEarlusion\nJewelry\nFL\n \n\necoRidge\nFine Art- Digital\nFL\n\n\nFabrikate\nFiber\nIL\n\n\nFresh & Alive Fine Art\nPainting\nMN\n\n\nGlitz and Glam\nFiber\nIL\n\n\nHammel H orizons Photography\nPhotography\nIL\n\n\nIrresistible Designs\nJewelry\nI L\n\n\nJenny McGee Art\nMixed Media\nMO\n\n\nKathy Fields Jewelry\nJewelry \nMO\n\n\nKimberly Renne\nJewelry\nSC\n\n\nKnarr Design\nFiber\nNY\n\n\nLa rkfield Glass\nBlown Glass\nIL\n\n\nLeaning Locust Woodcraft\nWood Scupltu re\nIN\n\n\nLou Zale\n3D Mix Media\nIL\n\n\nMudpuppy Moon Art Studio\nPrin tmaking\nIL\n\n\nNatalia’s Knitting\nFiber\nMO\n\n\nNatures Handy Work\n Jewelry\nIL\n\n\nNelida Navarrine\n2D Mixed Media\nMO\n\n\nNilsson Jewelry \nJewelry\nFL\n\n\nPat Kroth Fiber Art\nFiber\nWI\n\n\nPat Rued Hand-Paint ed Fiber\nFiber-Wearable\nIL\n\n\nPenoir Contemporary Jewelry\nJewelry\nMI \n\n\nPiper Pottery\nCeramics-Clay\nIL\n\n\nSH Woodturning\nWood\nIL\n\n\n Steve Martin\nWood\nIL\n\n\nStudio 47 Designs\nJewelry\nIN\n\n\nStudio 47 Designs\nSculpture\nIN\n\n\nThe Laughing Boy\nSculpture\nIN\n\n\nThe Quirk y Quiller\nPaper Quilling\nIL\n\n\nTimeless Art of Cheryl Baker\nPrintmaki ng Digital\nMI\n\n\nTony Rubba\nArt Painting/WC\nIL\n\n\nTreasures From Tu rkey Run\nMetal\nIL\n\n\n\n\n\nCome listen to the talented 2025 Musicians! \nEvery Hour on the Hour: Carlo van Ulft – Carillonist\, Rees Memorial C arillon \n\n\n\n\n\nTime\nSaturday:\nSunday:\n\n\n\n\n10:15\n\nSangamon Wo odwind Consort \n\n\nTrinity Wind Ensemble \n\n\n\n11:15\n\nPrairie Winds Flute Ensemble \n\nSlidin’ By (Trombone Quartet)\n\n\n12:15\n\nFour Squa red Multiple Woodwind Quartet \n\n\nBellacappella \n\n\n\n1:15\n\n Grenad illa Forest Clarinet Choir \n\n\nSangamon Brass \n\n\n\n2:15\n\nThe Mother Road Bones (Trombone Quartet) \n\n\nOld Times Tunes (String Trio) \n\n\n\ n3:15\n\nTBA \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nUnique\, high-quality artwork yo u won’t find anywhere else\nPerfect for families\, art collectors\, and weekend explorers\nSupports the historic Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon\, t he 5th largest carillon in the world\n\n\n\n\nSupport the Carillon: Donate to the Silent Auction or Raffle\nYour donations help preserve and promote the Rees Carillon’s legacy. We welcome contributions of gift certificat es\, themed baskets\, or unique items for our silent auction and raffle. \ nIf you are interested in donating for the silent auction or raffle\, plea se contact Betty at b_j_way@yahoo.com \n\n\n\nDon’t Miss Springfield’s Premier Fine Art Festival\nMake a weekend of it and celebrate 20 years of art\, music\, and community under the chimes of the iconic Rees Carillon. \nStay Updated \nFollow us on Facebook for artist features\, event update s\, and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks! \n\n\n\nWith our Thanks to These\n\ nGenerous 2025 Sponsors:\n*REES CARILLON SOCIETY*\n*SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTR ICT*\n*THE CARILLON BELLES*\n*WASHINGTON PARK BOTANICAL GARDEN* \nMEDIA SP ONSOR\n \nEVENT SPONSOR\n \nGOLD\nDAVID & LAURIE FARREL \nCARILLONNEUR’S CLUB\nBunn \nCEFCU \nTroxell \nUnited Community Bank \nPRESIDENT’S CLUB \nBJ Grand Salon \nHeartland Credit Union \nWarren-Boynton State Bank \nSP ONSOR\nLambert Custom Pools\, Inc. \nP.H. Broughton & Sons\, Inc. \nPremie re Audio Visual Inc. \nStaab Funeral Homes \nFRIEND\nRyan Electrical Solut ions \nFAMILY SPONSORS\nBRANDT \nJennifer J. Cole \nLinda Distlehorst \nLi nda Williams Hammer \nTom & June Harmon \nAnn & Greg Husrst \nKathryn Rans om \nKathy Sees \nGreg Sgro \nLeslie Sgro \nDon & Wanda Tracy \nBarb Walke r \nDiana Widicus/Mike Davis \nSharon Zook \nIN-KIND SPONSORS\nTBA \nSPONS ORS & DONORS\nPlease contact Connie Heskett at 217-306-1838 or connieheske tt@gmail.com. \nMUSICIANS\nWould you like to showcase your talent and dona te an hour or two of your time for the benefit of Springfield’s historic al musical treasure\, the Rees Memorial Carillon? \nPlease contact Lucy Yo ckey at yockeylucy@gmail.com. \nVOLUNTEERS\nTo be an awesome volunteer\, p lease submit the Volunteer Application Form below\; or please contact Conn ie Heskett at connie.heskett@gmail.com\, (217) 306-1838. \n50 Volunteers a re needed in half-day or full-day shifts: \n\nFriday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm -or- 8 am-Noon -or- 11:00 am-5:00 pm\nSaturday and Sunday: 8:00 am-5:30 pm -or - 8:00 am-1:00 pm -or- Noon-5:30 pm\nSunday 4 pm – 7 pm: 8:00 am-4:30 pm -or- 8:00 am-1:00 pm -or- Noon-4:30 pm -or- 4:00 pm-7:30 pm\nFriday: Even t set-up\nSaturday and Sunday: staffing for the parking lot\, gates\, gift basket raffle\, kids’ art sale\, hospitality\, refreshments on wheels\, etc.\nSunday: 4 pm – 7 pm: Event break-down and pack-up.\n\n\n\n \n\n\ n\n Your name\n\n\n \n Your email\n\n\n \n Are you over the age of 16?\n\n YesNo\n \n Have you volunteered for Art Spectacular before?\n\nYesNo\n \n If you’d like to be assigned with someone\, please provide their name an d phone number\n\n\n \n\n Preferred Shift(s):\n \n Friday: 8:00 am –  5:00 pmFriday: 8:00 am – NoonFriday: 11:00 am – 5:00  pmSaturday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pmSaturday: 8:00 am – 1:00  pmSaturday: Noon – 5:30 pmSunday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pmSu nday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pmSunday: Noon – 4:30 pmSunday: 4:0 0 pm – 7:30 pm\n \n\n Your message (optional)\n\n\n \n\n ×\n\n \n 2025 Artist Award Winners: \nBest of Show – Chester Stogner – Woo d \n1st Place Fine Art – Courtney Farquharson – Printmaking \n1st Plac e Fine Craft – Robert Nilsson – Jewelry \n2nd Place Fine Art – Kent Epler – Sculpture \n2nd Place Fine Craft – Tori Eisenberg – Jewelry \nBest New Artist – Nela Navarrine- 2D Mixed Media \nFavorite Artist – Matthew Pryer – Metal \nWe are grateful and appreciate our enthusiastic Volunteers who keep our artists and patrons happy and help make this a su ccessful fundraiser for the Rees Memorial Carillon. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003637Z LOCATION:Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon\, 1740 W Fayette Ave\, Springfield\ , IL\, 62704\, United States URL:https://carillon-rees.org/event/art-spectacular/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon X-SOURCE-URL:https://carillon-rees.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ yOUTh (ages 12-14) Group DTSTART:20260915T223000Z DTEND:20260916T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T180228Z UID:10010052-1789493400-1789500600@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T180228Z URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/lgbtq-youth-group-2/2026-09 -15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ yOUTh (ages 15-17) Group DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T122609Z UID:10001768-1789754400-1789761600@phoenixcenterspringfield.org CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T122609Z URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/event/lgbtq-youth-group/2026-09-1 8/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Phoenix Center Springfield X-SOURCE-URL:https://phoenixcenterspringfield.org/upcoming-events//cdn-cgi /l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carve For The Carillon DTSTART:20261010T160000Z DTEND:20261011T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003637Z UID:124-1791630000-1791734400@carillon-rees.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:🎃 Carve for the CarillonGet into the fall spirit at Carve f or the Carillon\, a beloved Springfield tradition where creativity and com munity come together! Spend the afternoon surrounded by pumpkins\, laughte r\, and the beautiful backdrop of the Thomas Rees Carillon in Washington P ark as we prepare for the upcoming Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular! \n🎃 Note : Pumpkins are first come\, first served each day. Once they’re gone\, t hey’re gone—so carve out time early to snag yours! \nFall Family Fun S tarts HereCarve for the Carillon is a free\, family-friendly event where t he community comes together to carve pumpkins that will be displayed durin g the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular the following weekend. \nWhether you’re a master pumpkin artist or a first-time carver\, this event is for you. E veryone’s invited—families\, artists\, scout troops\, classrooms\, fri end groups\, or anyone with pumpkin spirit! \nBring your favorite carving tools—we’ll provide the pumpkins (available while supplies last). \nVo lunteer & Get a Free Ticket!Volunteers make this event possible by assisti ng with set-up and preparing pumpkins for the community to carve. \nThere are three available shifts: \n\nAll Day Shift: 9:00am-4:00pm\nMorning Shif t: 9:00am-12:00pm\nAfternoon Shift: 12:00pm-4:00pm\n\nSign up to volunteer at Carve for the Carillon and receive 1 free ticket to the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the end of your shift! \nReady to sign up? \nSIGN UP TO VO LUNTEERThe Scoop on Carve for the Carillon\nDates: Saturday\, October 10 & Sunday\, October 11\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day\nLocation : Near the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon in Washington Park\, Springfield\ , IL\nCost: Free admission & free pumpkins to carve\nPumpkins: First come\ , first served each day—don’t be late!\nDonations: Always appreciated to keep this community tradition alive\n\nPumpkin Today\, Spectacular Tomo rrow!After you carve your pumpkin\, come back the next weekend to see it s hine in the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular! From spooky faces to creative mast erpieces\, the pumpkins you help make will transform the park into a one-o f-a-kind glowing gallery of jack-o-lanterns. New this year\, there’s als o Scarecrow Row—an added trail of whimsical scarecrows created by local groups! \nDon’t miss the chance to come back and see your creation glow ing bright! \nLearn More About Jack-O-Lantern SpectacularPumpkin Pro Tips: Plan Your CarveTo make your carving time fun and stress-free\, a little p reparation goes a long way! While a limited number of carving supplies wil l be available\, we encourage you to bring your own. Here are some helpful tips to get the most out of your carve: \n\nCarving Tools: Bring pumpkin saws\, scoopers\, or your favorite carving kit to make cutting and detaili ng easier.\nMarking Supplies: Use pencils\, markers\, or stencils to sketc h your design before you carve.\nComfort Items: Pack picnic blankets to si t on or bring a foldable table for extra carving space.\nClean-Up Helpers: Wet wipes\, paper towels\, and garbage bags make it easy to clean as you go (please toss trash into the provided cans).\nDesign Tips: Remember—yo ur pumpkin will be lit from the inside during the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacul ar! Bold\, simple shapes and larger cut-outs will glow best in the dark. A dd a few small details for character\, but think about how your design wil l shine at night.\n\nWith these little extras\, you’ll carve like a pro\ , stay comfortable\, and create a pumpkin that glows beautifully in Spring field’s most magical fall display! \nFor more information or to become a n event sponsor or a prep-work volunteer: please contact jols.pumpkins@gma il.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003637Z LOCATION:Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon\, 1740 W Fayette Ave\, Springfield\ , IL\, 62704\, United States URL:https://carillon-rees.org/event/carve-for-the-carillon/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon X-SOURCE-URL:https://carillon-rees.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular DTSTART:20261016T233000Z DTEND:20261018T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T003637Z UID:126-1792175400-1792272600@carillon-rees.org CATEGORIES:community,family,holiday DESCRIPTION:🎃 Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular \nSpringfield’s Favorite Fa ll Tradition at Washington Park Carillon \nJoin us for the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular\, where hundreds of glowing pumpkins light up the night in Spr ingfield’s beautiful Washington Park. \nMany of the pumpkins showcased c ome straight from our Carve for the Carillon community event! \nCLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT CARVE FOR THE CARILLONThis beloved fall event blends artis try\, community spirit\, and a little Halloween magic for a weekend you wo n’t want to miss! \n\n📅 Event Details\n🎃 When: Friday\, October 16 – Saturday\, October 17\, 2026 \n📍 Where: Washington Park\, Springfi eld\, IL – at the iconic Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon \n💲 Tickets \n \nAt the Gate: Adults: $10 Kids (ages 4–11): $7 Kids 3 & under: Free (Cr edit cards accepted at the gate!)\nAdvance Tickets: Adults: $7 Kids (ages 4–11): $5 Kids 3 & under: Free (Advance sales are cash or check only) 🎟️ Purchase tickets from Potter Drug or Keller Williams Capital in Sp ringfield. Advance sales are cash or check only\n\n🚌 Parking & Shuttle \nSkip the parking stress! Take advantage of free remote parking and shutt le buses at the former Ashley HomeStore Outlet (Wabash & Chatham Rd) both Friday and Saturday nights. \n\nWhat To Expect\n\nHundreds of Hand-Carved Pumpkins: From spooky faces to creative works of art\, each glowing pumpki n has its own personality.\nMagical Carillon Backdrop: Experience the Thom as Rees Memorial Carillon tower surrounded by the warm glow of fall.\nFami ly-Friendly Atmosphere: Perfect for kids\, parents\, and grandparents alik e.\n\n\n👻 New for 2025: Scarecrow Row \nThis year\, the trail just got more exciting! Take a stroll down Scarecrow Row\, where local businesses\, schools\, and community groups have created quirky\, creepy\, and colorfu l scarecrows to keep you company along the path. \nLocal businesses\, orga nizations\, schools\, and community groups are invited to design and displ ay a scarecrow along the event pathway. Each scarecrow will showcase creat ivity\, community spirit\, and seasonal flair\, adding even more festive f un to the experience. \n💰 Prizes: $100 for 1st place\, $50 for 2nd\, an d $25 for 3rd \nHow It Works \n\nEnter the Contest: Groups and individuals can register to create a scarecrow.\nSet Up: Scarecrows will be displayed along the event route throughout the duration of the Spectacular.\nJudgin g & Prizes: Visitors will scan a QR code to vote for their favorites throu ghout Friday & Saturday.\n\n👉 Are you a business or local group ready t o take on the challenge? \nDownload the Scarecrow Row application to ente r.Click here for Scarecrow Row Application 2025\n🎃 Pumpkin Give-Away – Sunday\, October 18th \nThe magic doesn’t end when the lights go out ! On the Sunday after the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular\, you’re invited ba ck to Washington Park for our Pumpkin Give-Away. \nHow It Works \n\nFor a small donation\, you can gather pumpkins from the event to take home.\nPic k your perfect pumpkin—or maybe even snag your favorite from the show!\n Straw bales will also be available for just $5 each (perfect for fall deco rating).\n\nIt’s a fun way to keep the spirit of the season alive at hom e\, while supporting the Rees Memorial Carillon! \n\nHistory & Sponsorship \nThe Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular has become one of Springfield’s favorit e fall traditions\, but do you know how it started? \nOur Story \nThe even t was founded by former Rees Carillon Society Board Member Brenda Poston\, inspired by the world-famous Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular in Providence\, R hode Island. Unlike Providence’s artist-only display\, Springfield’s t wist is all about community participation. Held the second weekend in Octo ber\, Carve for the Carillon invites everyone to roll up their sleeves and create their own glowing masterpiece. \nThe following weekend\, more than 2\,000 illuminated jack-o-lanterns light up the Carillon and Washington P ark Botanical Garden. \nWhat Makes This Event Unique? \n\nLive Carillon mu sic\, special lighting\, and spooky sound effects\nThe one-of-a-kind Tree of Lights\nFood vendors and festive fall fun for all ages\nA truly partici patory and family-focused experience\n\n🤝 Sponsorship & Support\nThe Ja ck-O-Lantern Spectacular is made possible by the generous support of corpo rate sponsors\, admissions\, and volunteers. Attendance ranges from 5\,000 to 8\,000 people each year\, making it a fantastic opportunity to showcas e your business while supporting a beloved community event. \n📧 Interes ted in becoming an event sponsor or joining our volunteer prep team? \nCon tact us at jols.pumpkins@gmail.com for details. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T003637Z LOCATION:Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon\, 1740 W Fayette Ave\, Springfield\ , IL\, 62704\, United States URL:https://carillon-rees.org/event/jack-o-lantern-spectacular/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon X-SOURCE-URL:https://carillon-rees.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR