Photo courtesy Delores Albers PhotographyCatch a live tribute to Michael Jackson at the Aetos Center for the Performing Arts.
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This Week in Springfield, Missouri
Find the best things to do this weekend in Springfield and around southwest Missouri.
by Katie Pollock Estes
Feb 13 2025 at 8 a.m.
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February 13–20
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Top Picks
February 14: Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson
Aetos Center for the Performing Arts
Michael Jackson fans, this one’s for you. See examples of Jackson’s career highlights and top hits, with dance choreographed by Jackson collaborator Lavelle Smith Jr., at the Aetos Center for the Performing Arts.
February 14–March 2: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
The Historic Fox Theatre
This musical comedy performed by Springfield Contemporary Theatre tells the story of a Texas brothel, the town around it and a do-gooder who tries to bring it down.
February 18: Glenn Miller Orchestra
Gillioz Theatre
This famous 17-member big band has been touring since 1956 and brings swing music to the Gillioz Theatre. You’ll get to hear classic big band hits like “Chattanooga Choo Choo” and more.
This Week
February 14: Barn Dance
Sycamore Creek Family Ranch
Shake a leg with your sweetie at Sycamore Creek Family Ranch’s monthly Barn Dance event. The event includes two-stepping, line dancing and more—and it’s perfect for seasoned dancers and beginners alike.
February 15: Horseback Riding and Winery
Tours leave from Farmers Park
Join the 37 North crew on a scenic guided trail ride. After the ride, guests visit Bear Creek Winery to sample wine.
Through February 16: Waitress
Landers Theater
This production by Springfield Little Theatre features music by Sarah Bareilles and is based on the movie of the same name. It tells the story of a pie-maker with big dreams. Springfield Little Theatre describes the show as “the perfect recipe of love, resilience and delicious music.”
February 19: Pasta Making 101
The Workshop at Finley Farms
Brandon Peterson, the executive chef at Finley Farms, leads this pasta-making class designed for beginners. Guests will make pappardelle, fettuccine and tagliatelle pastas and a few tasty sauces too. Level up your ticket to add a wine pairing.
Coming Up
February 20: Filled Brioche Donuts
Blue Heron Farm & Bakery
If you love a lighter-than-air brioche donut stuffed with the sweetest of fillings (who doesn’t?) and you want to learn how to make them, sign up for this hands-on baking class.
February 20: Vintage & Virtuoso
Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
It’s all about South America at this delicious event supporting the Springfield Symphony Orchestra Endowment. You’ll taste food from Peru, Brazil, Argentina and Chile during a multi-course meal that’s paired with South American wines. This event is for ages 21 and older.
February 21–March 2: Rent
Craig Hall Balcony Theatre
Missouri State University’s theatre students perform Broadway favorite, Rent. The play (which has won several Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama) follows young struggling artists in New York City navigating life’s struggles.
February 22: Jerry Seinfeld Live
Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld has been making audiences laugh since his stand-up debut in 1976. Since then he’s become known not just for stand-up but also for his long-running 1990s series Seinfeld.
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I’m Katie Pollock Estes, and I’m 417’s Editorial Director. I’ve been here almost 19 years, spending my workdays hunting for the best things to do and people to know in the Ozarks—and working with writers to share it all with you. Got a tip? Email me your story ideas for Datebook and 417 Magazine!
