Folk Venues in Springfield, IL

Brookhills Golf Club is an all-ages public golf course in Springfield with a full-service bar and patio, hosting live music on Sunday afternoons from 3 to 6 PM and occasionally on Saturday evenings. The golf course patio setting suits acoustic and cover acts comfortable with a relaxed outdoor crowd.

Dumb Records is a 100-capacity all-ages independent record store and all-ages show space in downtown Springfield, a community hub for the local music scene with a genuine commitment to supporting artists building their own paths. Mostly local acts, but touring bands with a solid plan are encouraged to reach out.

Hoogland Center for the Arts is a 100-capacity all-ages Springfield arts center dedicated to fostering community understanding and appreciation for the arts, with sound systems provided for performances and a warm and supportive environment for both artists and audiences.

Legacy Theatre is a 302-capacity all-ages Springfield performing arts rental facility with state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems available for self-produced events. Rental details are available on the website for acts or promoters interested in presenting their own shows.

University of Illinois Springfield is an all-ages public university campus in Springfield with performance spaces and a student activities committee organizing live entertainment for the campus community.