Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival — Attraction in Springfield

Don't get me wrong I think the festival is the best thing Springfield does and have enjoyed myself immensely in past years. But this years 2022 line up I thought was lacking and judging by the disinterested folks around me, I might not have been alone. They have multiple stages but have the bands on and in between at the same time. Festivals usually try to stagger and have someone performing always. Then on the secondary stage got DJ/rapper who just spins records no band on Saturday night primetime in years past they had Salsa Train Orchestra in that spot who were awesome. Could have been a better line up thats all, little boring musically I guess I went...

Its FREE!!! Its downtown in Springfield outside in Court Square. The after party is at MGM casino outside. Really great artists and musicians. Nice live action video screen with drum cam! This year special tribute to Charles Neville. Lots of food vendors & craft vendors. So nice to be downtown from 11AM to midnight. Time to get...

This is an event I look forward to every year. I've been attending for the past 3 years. The crowd is very diverse and the music is great. It's nice, just to sit, listen to the vibes, and have a good time. Get there early to...