![]() A free shuttle will run from the free parking to the festival throughout the event. Chestnut Expy., near the intersection of Sherman Avenue and Bob Barker Boulevard. No dogs or coolers are allowed.įree festival parking is available nearby at Ozarks Technical Community College, 1001 E. Guests may bring lawn chairs and blankets. This is a family-friendly event and includes kids’ activities. Admission is free for kids ages 12 and under, accompanied by a ticketed adult. Walk-in admission the day of the event is $40. "Walkups will be welcome as space allows."Īdvanced tickets to the Earth Day Festival are $35/Ages 13 and older. "If you have not yet gotten your ticket, be sure to go to before end of day on Friday to secure your entry," said Healey. ![]() Guests are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles to refill at hydration stations. Food will be served in compostable containers and food waste will be composted. In keeping with the festival’s plastic-free commitment, beverages are served in commemorative stainless cups, sold to benefit the cause. The Earth Day Festival also includes vendors and nonprofits representing environmental and educational efforts, as well as food trucks and beverage service. Proceed from the festival benefit three organizations: The Ozark Society, dedicated to preservation of wild and scenic rivers, wilderness, and unique natural areas Springfield Compost Collective, creating mindfulness around food waste and the recycling process via composting and soil education and Springfield-Greene County Park Board, providing the very best in parks and recreation facilities, programs, events, and services to our community. ![]() In addition to great music, the Earth Day Festival’s mission is to support, enrich and help the community connect with local environmental organizations, who work all year to help keep our environment clean and sustainable. The legendary Ozark Mountain Daredevils, who celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2022, share the festival stage with regional and local acts including the Hillbenders, Sister Lucille, 83 Skidoo with the Shandies, Opal Agafia, Brandon and Annabelle Moore, Springfield Aerial Fitness and many more. The acoustic stage, as well as booth space and the reading corner, will be outside the rink on level 2 of the Ice Park. The East Rink will also include the aerial performers, live painting and beer service. The main stage will be in the East Rink, where the ice has been already removed for the season. The festival is still plastic-free, so guests are encouraged to bring empty refillable water bottles to the venue."įestival hours remain 11 a.m.-8 p.m. "All entertainment and vending will proceed as scheduled indoors at Jordan Valley Ice Park. "Due to the unseasonably cold and windy forecast for Saturday, Earth Day Springfield has made the call to utilize our indoor backup space for the fest," said Molly Healey, festival founder and organizer. The April 22 plastic-free festival, headlined by the Ozark Mountain Daredevils, had been planned for outdoors at Jordan Valley Park. ![]() We’re a family oriented site focusing on bringing trusted reviews and recommendations to moms and others.SPRINGFIELD, MO - Organizers of Saturday's Earth Day Music and Sustainability Festival, presented by Kaleidoscope, have announced the festival moves indoors to Jordan Valley Ice Park, 635 E Trafficway, downtown Springfield, due to weather. Whether you’re looking for a specific business or just trying to discover great places we make it easy. Judy’s Book has millions of listings and reviews for the best and not so great. From family friendly trips with kid friendly activities to local plumbers lawyers, spas, and contractors.
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