Springfield Kids Directory

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Kids Eat FREE

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Restaurants may modify or temporarily suspend Kids Eat Free offers and operating hours. We do our best to publish accurate information. Please call ahead to confirm offers. Thank you for supporting our local and locally owned and managed restaurants. Want to advertise your restaurant or know about a deal not listed? Email melinda@springfieldkids.com

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. Kids age 3 and younger eat free every day. Drink not included. Dine-in only.

Incredible Pizza Company, 2850 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-3030. Kids age 3 and younger eat free.

SUNDAY

Houlihan’s, 2421 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-862-7777. One half-price kids’ meal per adult meal purchased from 1-3 p.m. Cannot be combined with offers or coupons.

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. 25 percent off for all students with school ID.

King’s Asian Chef, 1336 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-866-5527. Free kids’ meal with every adult combo meal or entrée purchased. Choose junior-size cashew or sweet and sour chicken.

Limit of three free meals. Dine-in only.

Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one full-priced adult entree and get one kids’ meal free, after 4 p.m. Dine-in or carry-out.

Springfield Family Restaurant, 2222 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-883-0900. One free kids’ menu item with purchase of one adult entrée valued at $8 or more, after 4 p.m. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

MONDAY

Amigos Mexican Restaurant, 2118 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-887-1401. All day, get one free kid’s meal (for ages 10 and younger) with purchase of an adult entrée. Drink not included.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, three locations: 701 N. McCroskey Ave., Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée. Same offer available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Pasta Express, 4 Springfield locations: 3025 W. Republic, 3250 E. Battlefield, 603 S. Kimbrough, and 321 E. Battlefield. Free kid’s meal for kids age 12 and younger with purchase of an adult entrée, 3-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

“Kids Eat Free” Monday offers continue on page 10.

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Springfield Brewing Company, 305 S. Market Ave., Springfield, 417-832-8277. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only.

The Roost Bar & Grill, 4216 S. Cox Rd., 417-612-9050; 2025 W. Sunshine St., 417-865-4000. Free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée, 6-10 p.m.

Village Inn, all Springfield locations. Get one kids’ meal for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal purchased. Offer good all day. Offer also good on Tuesday.

TUESDAY

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, three locations: 701 N. McCroskey Ave., Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the purchase of a regular-priced entrée. Same offer on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Big Whiskey’s, five locations: in Springfield, 311 E. Park Central Sq., 417-862-2449; 1440 W. Republic Rd., 417-882-2249; and 1550 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-883-5999; 602 N. 25th St., Ozark, 417-485-3800; and 301 Branson Landing, Branson, 417-334-4478. One free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée, 5-9 p.m.

Coyote’s Adobe Cafe, Nixa location only, 807 N. Main St., 417-725-6803. One free kids meal for kids age 12 and younger for each adult entrée purchased, 5-8 p.m. Parents can get all-you-can-eat wings, 5-8 p.m.

HuHot, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-882-0300. After 4 p.m.,

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Pizza Ranch, 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, 417-319-5021. One child 10 and under eats free per full-priced paying adult, 4-8 p.m.

Prima’s Mexican Grill, Two locations: 3662 S. Glenstone Ave., 417-890-1212, Springfield; 1769 James River Rd., Ozark, 417-582-2776. Dine-in only, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., one free kids’ meal ($5.25 or less) for kids age 10 and younger for each lunch or dinner entrée purchased.

Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829. After 4 p.m., get one free kid’s entrée with one adult entrée purchase.

Village Inn, all Springfield locations. Get one kid’s meal for kids age 9 and younger with each adult meal purchased. Offer good all day. Offer also good on Tuesdays.

WEDNESDAY

Andy B’s, 1127 E. Battlefield Rd., 417-883-1234. Kids age 12 and younger get a free kids’ meal with every menu item purchase valued at $9 or more.

Bair’s All-American Sports Grill, three locations: 701 N. McCroskey Ave., Nixa, 417-725-3777; 3821 S. Campbell Ave., 417-368-5919, Springfield; 1644 E. Hwy 60, Republic, 417-732-5077. All day, kids eat for $2.99 with the purchase of a regularpriced entrée.

“Kids Eat Free” Wednesday offers continue on page 12. one free kids’ grill meal per adult grill meal for kids ages 10 and younger.

Kids Eat Free! (or almost free)

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal

for ages 12 and younger with the purchase of one adult entrée of $5.99 or more. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons.

Dowd’s Catfish & BBQ Eatery, 1760 W. Elm St., Lebanon, 417-532-1777. One free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased after 5 p.m. Does not include all-you-can-eat. Dine-in only.

S.S. Dockside Grill & Pub, 1528 N. Main St., Nixa, 417-374-7222. All day, gte one free kids’ meal per adult meal purchased. Dine-in only.

Schlotsky’s, 4132 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-889-2445. Buy one regular 10” pizza and get one free on certain pizza selections. Limit 1 BOGO offer when ordering multiple pizzas.

The Catfish Café, 1210 S. Ash St., Buffalo. 417-345-1277. Dine-in only. Kids eat free off kids’ menu, 4-8 p.m. One free kid’s meal per paid adult meal.

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Whole Hog Café, 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-868-0042. After 5 p.m., kids age 12 and younger get one free kid’s plate with purchase of one adult plate, 5-9 p.m. Dine-in only.

THURSDAY

Double E Burger & Ice Cream Shoppe, 339 Kentling Ave., Highlandville, 417-587-8018. One free kid’s meal for ages 12 and younger with purchase of one adult entrée ($5.99 or more). Dine-in only. Cannot combine with other offers or coupons.

FRIDAY

Ruby Tuesday’s, 2725 N. Glenstone Ave., 417-831-7829. All day, get one free kids’ entrée with one adult entrée.

SATURDAY

Rosie Jo’s Café, 1711 S. 15th St., Ozark, 417-581-6047. Get one free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult entrée, 4-8 p.m. Only for children ages 10 and younger.

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C ity P ool G uide

City pools are gearing up for the summer swim season. Here’s all the info you’ll need to know when, where, and how much it costs to swim. Happy swimming—and remember your floaties!

Springfield-Greene County Park Board Pools

417-864-2099 • parkboard.org/aquatics

Pool dates are May 25-Sept. 2.

Check operation schedules online for each pool.

• Fassnight Pool, 1300 S. Campbell Ave.

• Grant Beach Pool, 1401 N. Grant St.

• Silver Springs Park and Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave.

• McGee/McGregor Wading Pool, 710 E. Bennett St.

• Meador Pool, 2500 S. Fremont Ave.

• Westport Pool, 3100 W. Mount Vernon St.

Admission

• $4/ages 3-17 and seniors 60 and older

• $5/adult ages 18-59

• Free for children ages 2 and younger.

• Splash N Sizzle: $1 or free admission with a canned food donation after 5:30 p.m.

Branson AquaPlex

1501 Branson Hills Parkway • 417-335-2368

bransonparksandrecreation.com

Pool dates are May 25-Sept. 2; Aug. 19-Sept. 1, weekends only. Children ages 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

• Sunday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 12:15-6 p.m.

• Fridays and Saturdays, 12:15-7 p.m.

• Closed Mondays except Monday, Sept. 2.

• Aug. 19-Sept 1: Saturdays and Sundays, 12:15-6 p.m.

Admission

• Daily admission: $6.50/$5.50

• Spectators: $3

• Free for ages 2 and younger

Dr. Tommy Macdonnell Aquatic Center (Marshfield)

1490 N. Elm St. • 417-859-7660 • marshfieldmo.gov

Pool dates are May 27-Sept. 2.

• Monday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m.

• Sunday, 1-6 p.m.

Admission

• $5/person

• $3/seniors 60 and older

• Free for children ages 2 and younger

• Free for active military members with ID.

Nixa Aquatics Center

701 N. Taylor Way

• 417-725-5486 • nixaparks.com

The Nixa Parks & Recreation Department is working on repairs and renovations to the Nixa Aquatics Center. Currently, the anticipated project completion date is in June 2024. Watch the Nixa city website for updates.

Neal and Betty Grubaugh Outdoor City Pool

907 E. Parkview, Ozark • 417-581-7946 • ozarkmissouri.com

Pool dates are May 24-Sept. 2; Aug. 19-Sept. 2, weekends only. Hours: noon-6 p.m.

Admission

• $4/ages 3 and older

• Free for ages 2 and younger w/ paid adult and for OC members

• $3/person late swim from 4:30-6 p.m.

• $1/non-swimming adult

The Rush Republic Aquatics Center

831 E. Miller Rd. • 417-732-3575 • republicmo.com

Pool dates are May 25-Sept. 2. Weekends only after Republic Schools begin. Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.

Admission

• Resident: $10/person

• Non-resident: $13/person

• Rush Hour 5-7 p.m.: $7/Monday-Friday

• Huna add-on: $5/day

• Non-swimmer: $5/day Pool guide continue on page 20.

Strafford Spray Park

Howard Smith Community Park • 408 E. Bumgarner straffordmo.net

Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

• Sunday, noon-6 p.m.

• Monday, noon-7 p.m.

• Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Willard Aquatic Center

218 W. Jackson St. • 417-742-5343 • willardparks.com

Pool opens May 25.

• Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Closed on Sundays.

Admission

• $5/ ages 4 and older

• $4/ages 55 and older

• $2/non-swimmer fee

• Free ages 3 and younger and WAC members.

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Movies @ Springfield’s Jordan Valley Park

635 E. Trafficway, Springfield • parkboard.org/movies

Enjoy free movies under the stars in a NEW location this year: Jordan Valley Park. Themed concessions and activities available. Movies begin at dusk. Bring lawn chair or blankets for seating. Smoking and alcoholic beverages are not allowed. Dates: May 31, June 21, July 19, and Aug. 16.

Movies @ Nixa’s McCauley Park

701 N. Taylor Way, Nixa • 417-725-5486 • nixaparks.com

Free movies begin at dusk and are weather dependent. Concessions are available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Smoking and alcoholic beverages are not allowed.

• Saturday, June 1: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG)

• Friday, June 28: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (G)

• Saturday, July 27: Elemental (PG)

• Saturday, Aug. 24: The Little Mermaid (PG)

• Saturday, Sept. 28: Haunted Mansion (PG-13)

Ozarks’ Finley River Park Movie Nights

891 N. Riverside Rd., Ozark • 417-581-7002 • ozarkmissouri.com

Finley River Movie Nights are hosted by The OC. For details, please check their website.

Movies @ The Amp at Republic’s JR Martin Park

300 E. Hines St., Republic • 417-732-3500 • theamprepublic.com

Permanent seating (blankets or cushions recommended), lawn and mulch viewing areas. Concessions are available for purchase. Be sure to check their website for special activities that are going on during movie nights. Tickets are required and are $1 each for movie nights and include one free popcorn per ticket.

• Friday, May 10: Wonka (PG)

• Friday, June 7: Elemental (PG)

• Friday, July 12: Elf (PG)

• Friday, Aug. 9: Migration (PG)

• Saturday, Sept. 21: The Little Mermaid (PG)

• Saturday, Oct. 12: Top Gun: Maverick (PG-13)

B&B Theatres’ Summer Kids Series

620 N. 25th St., Ozark • 417-485-4078 • bbtheatres.com

The summer kids series returns in 2024. Watch their website for more information on movies. Showtimes are 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Sensoryfriendly showtimes are also scheduled. Tickets are $5/person or $3/Backstage Pass members.

May 2024

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While we strive to provide accurate information, we encourage you to call ahead or confirm events online. You’ll find even more events on our website, springfieldkids.com.

Wednesdays in May

Wednesday Concerts at Founders Park, 12:15 p.m. Free half-hour concerts

Founders Park, 330 E. Water St., Springfield parkboard.org

Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, & 24

Pre-K Open Studio at Springfield Art Museum, 1-3 p.m. Ages 3-5 years with a caregiver. Free hands-on art activities; registration is required. Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Dr., Springfield 417-837-5700 or sgfmuseum.org See ad on page 7.

Friday-Sunday, May 3-5

“Alice in Wonderland” presented by Springfield Ballet. Show times and tickets available online from the Landers Theatre box office, 417-869-1334 or landerstheatre.org, The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield springfieldballet.org See ad on page 8.

Saturday, May 4

Dirt Day at Lafayette Park, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free garden-themed activities and demonstrations, a plant exchange, interactive garden art, kids’ dinosaur dig, and birdhouse painting. Lafayette Park, 202 E. Atlantic St., Springfield 417-864-1049 or parkboard.org

Saturday, May 4

Girls on the Run 5K at Missouri State University, 10 a.m. Pre-race activities at 8:30 a.m. MSU campus, Bear Head Plaza (near McDonald Arena), 850 S. Kings Ave., Springfield gotrswmo.org/5k

Saturday, May 4

Heroes at the Farm Park, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Meet local first responders and emergency workers and see their vehicles. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, 3825 W. Farm Rd. 146, Springfield 417-837-5949 or parkboard.org

Saturdays, May 4 & 18

Moxie Mornings at Moxie Cinema, 10 a.m. Ages 2-6 years with an adult. Free short film and an art project. Moxie Cinema, 305 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield 417-429-0800 or moxiecinema.com

Saturday-Sunday, May 4-5

Artsfest on Walnut Street, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Artists, live entertainment, and food. $5/person; children age 5 and younger are free. Historic Walnut Street in downtown Springfield springfieldarts.org/artsfest

Sundays, May 5, 12 and 19

Gigs in the Garden at Nathanael Greene Park, 2 p.m. Local and regional musicians perform at the Peace Through People Pavilion. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Free event, but there is a suggested donation of $10. Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield.

Thursday, May 9

In the Garden at The Fairbanks, 10 a.m. Ages infants-6 years with an adult. Learn how to start your own garden with books, songs, activities, and a takehome kit. The Fairbanks Community Hub, 1126 N. Broadway Ave., Springfield thelibrary.org

Friday, May 10

Roston Native Butterfly House opens for the season. Open daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m., based on volunteer availability; call to confirm hours. Nathanael Greene Close Memorial Park, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield 417-891-1515 or parkboard.org

Saturday, May 11

“#TheSleepingBeauty” presented by Springfield Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Tchaikovsky’s ballet composition performed with Saint Louis Ballet. Tickets available through Hammons Hall box office, 417-836-7678 or hammonshall.com. Hammons Hall, 525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy., Springfield springfieldmosymphony.org

See ad on page 24.

Sunday, May 12

Happy Mother’s Day

Sunday, May 12

Mother’s Day at the Zoo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission for mothers to Dickerson Park Zoo. General admission for family and friends. Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Rd., Springfield 417-833-1570 or dickersonparkzoo.org

See ad on the back cover.

Wednesday, May 15

Summer Junior Golf Pass. Ages 17 and younger play unlimited golf every day through Aug. 15 with approval of Park Board Golf Course Pro. $189/youth golfer. Springfield public golf courses: Horton Smith, 2409 S. Scenic Ave.; Bill and Payne Stewart, 1825 E. Norton Rd.; and Rivercut, 2850 W. Farm Rd. 190 parkboardgolf.org

Saturday, May 18

Bark in the Park at Phelps Grove, 10 a.m.2 p.m. Family event for companion dogs. Music, crafts, and activities at Canine Vendor Village. Phelps Grove Park, 950 E. Bennett St., Springfield 417-864-1049 or parkboard.org

Tuesday, May 21

PALS: Box Turtles at Wonders of Wildlife, 11:30 a.m. Ages 2-6 with a parent. Hands-on activity stations, a short story, and live box turtles.

Registration deadline is May 14.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St., Springfield wondersofwildlife.org See ad on pages 14 & 15.

Monday, May 27

Memorial Day

Monday, May 27

Discount Splash & Sizzle Swimming with Springfield Parks, 1-6:30 p.m. $1/person or free with a donation of canned food. Fassnight Pool, 1300 S. Campbell Ave., and Silver Springs Pool, 1100 N. Hampton Ave. parkboard.org/ aquatics See ad on page 17.

Friday, May 31

Friday Fun Days at Springfield Little Theatre, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 6-12 years. Theatre games, crafts, and activities. $60/session. SLT’s “The Judy,” 237 S. Florence Ave., Springfield 417-413-2287 or springfieldlittletheatre.org

See ad on page 21.

Friday, June 1

Kids’ Fishing Fun Day at the Farm Park. Bring your own gear; limited rentals available. Register by May 31. RutledgeWilson Farm Park, 3825 W., Farm Rd. 146, Springfield 417-837-5949 or parkboard.org