Family events in Springfield, MO

Homeschool Club provides a friendly social setting where kids build with LEGO alongside other homeschoolers. Themes rotate weekly to keep things fresh. Two sessions take place each week, one on Monday and one on Tuesday. Entry is $5 per child, payable at the door or online. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay and participate at no extra charge. There are no age limits for either session, though Monday typically suits ages 4 to 9 and Tuesday is geared toward ages 10 and up. Open to all homeschooled children and to children who have the day off.

This Tuesday session of Homeschool Club offers a relaxed meetup where kids build with LEGO and connect with other homeschoolers. Themes rotate each week to keep activities fresh. While there are no age restrictions, Tuesday is typically recommended for ages 10 and up and Monday for ages 4 to 9, and families are welcome to attend whichever session works best. Admission is $5 per child, payable at the door or online. Parents and guardians may stay and participate at no additional cost. Open to homeschooled children as well as kids who have the day off.

Kids can dive into a weekly LEGO club that sparks imagination, creativity, and a sense of adventure. Designed for ages 6 to 13, each gathering features a themed build, bite-size challenges, and time to showcase finished creations. The setting is after school and encourages exploring new ideas while making friends. The fee is $10 per person. Two sessions are offered each week.

Turn Left Tuesday brings carpet oval RC racing to 417 Race Place with box stock Losi NASCAR, Losi Truck, and Losi Sprint classes, plus 360 Sprint 13.5. If at least three racers enter a class, it will be added to the program. When participation allows, NASCAR style skill divisions match drivers by experience, with ARCA for rookies, Xfinity for intermediates, and Cup for experts, and the race director may adjust placements to keep the action close. The entry fee is $20 per class. Whether new to RC oval racing or a longtime competitor, racers can expect tight competition and a welcoming community focused on fast left turns and plenty of fun.

At 5C Gaming, this free Pokémon event features constructed play in the Standard format. Participants compete in three rounds, with each round decided by a best of three match, and prizes include Pokémon promo packs.

Young builders can dive into imagination, hands-on creativity, and plenty of LEGO building in a welcoming after school setting. Designed for ages 6 to 13, each gathering features a fun theme, quick challenges, and time to display finished creations while making new friends. Two weekly sessions are available. The cost is 10 dollars per person.

A league-style gathering centered on Pokemon VGC, bringing players together to battle and enjoy the game.

At Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, the Springfield MO Reptile Expo presented by Show Me Reptile Show offers a family friendly marketplace and learning experience centered on reptiles and other exotic animals. Expect a broad range of exhibitors and trusted vendors showcasing reptiles of many kinds, along with amphibians, invertebrates, small exotic mammals, aquatics, and plants and bioactive supplies. You will also find equipment, feeders, enclosures, decor, and other care essentials. All ages are welcome, and visitors can browse, take photos, ask questions, and get to know the community whether or not they plan to bring home a new pet. General admission is available with advance pricing of $12 for adults and $5 for kids ages 7 to 12, with kids 6 and under free, or $15 for adults at the door with the same youth pricing. A VIP pass is offered at $17 in advance or $20 at the door.

A car, truck, and bike show honors veterans and military service members while supporting Wreaths for Warriors and American Legion Post 639. Vehicles of all makes and models are welcome to participate. Entry fees are $25 for one vehicle or $40 for two, payable in cash only. Spectator admission is free. Trophies will be awarded. Hosted by the Pharoahs Car Club of Springfield, Missouri at American Legion Post 639 (Vietnam War Memorial).

Celebrating its 10th year, this laid back car show and fun run centers on community and enjoyment. It welcomes all cars, trucks and bikes, inviting car enthusiasts, families and friends to connect toward the end of the year and trade ideas. Participants can display a project build, a daily driver or a prized ride to share with like minded attendees. Instead of traditional trophies, a few playful plaques are awarded in categories such as oldest person, youngest, farthest traveled, Shifters choice and largest club. Local vendors are welcome. The event is presented by the Shifters car club with support from local sponsors.

Sponsored by The Massengale Group of KW, this outdoor movie night brings big-screen entertainment to McCauley Park. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome so everyone can relax on the grass while watching movies suitable for all ages, and admission is free. Concessions are available to buy, and the event is smoke free with no alcohol permitted. The lineup includes The Wild Robot (PG), Zootopia 2 (PG), Minecraft Movie (PG), Superman (2025) (PG-13), and Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG).

A free outdoor concert series celebrates community with performances by a variety of local musicians and a welcoming summertime vibe. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, relax with friends and family, and enjoy live music in the open air. Each gathering focuses on music, connection, and the simple joy of being together.

Spend time with the ambassador animals at Show Me Reptile Shop in a relaxed setting. Visitors can see them up close, pose questions, and learn about a range of species while getting to know some of the shop's favorite animal ambassadors. Suitable for longtime reptile enthusiasts as well as the simply curious, it offers a comfortable way to connect with the animals and the team.