<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2zBzle_1FJgzLU200" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2zBzle_1FJgzLU200" width="1200" height="600" >SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Despite the heat, the Downtown Springfield Association is kicking off the fall season with its 28th annual Cider Days festival, featuring art, live music, and that iconic cider drink. As Missouri State University welcomes families for Parents Weekend, the association expects more than 30,000 visitors over the two days.For the first time, the Downtown Springfield Association is partnering with the Springfield Regional Arts Council. Both groups are highly emphasizing the arts– with performances from Springfield Little Theatre and local musicians and bands.“We’re really digging into the Ozarkian feel, the pride that we have here for all of the wonderful artists and artisans to bring that vibe to the festival this year in an even bigger way than we have before,” said Crystal Quade, the executive director of the Downtown Springfield Association. “When we are able to support our local small businesses right here in downtown and throughout the region, it really helps our economy as a whole.”Even though Cider Days kicks off the fall, we’re still feeling the summer heat, so pack your sunscreen and drink plenty of water. Remember, all of historic Walnut Street is closed; plan around road closures to find nearby parking.Everyone’s favorite cider and food will be available to enjoy while you explore the different folk art represented here in the Ozarks.“When you go in and you buy a burger from one of our shops, that money goes right back into our economy, maybe paying for a student’s extracurricular activity, or they’re going out and spending the money here locally versus giving that money to larger corporations,” said Quade. “It’s just so important for Springfield.”Cider Days takes place Sept. 19-20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entry is $5.To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.</div></body>

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Despite the heat, the Downtown Springfield Association is kicking off the fall season with its 28th annual Cider Days festival, featuring art, live music, and that iconic cider drink. As Missouri State University welcomes families for Parents Weekend, the association expects more than 30,000 visitors over...

Cider Days returns to downtown Springfield for its 28th year

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Despite the heat, the Downtown Springfield Association is kicking off the fall season with its 28th annual Cider Days festival, fe

Cider Days returns to downtown Springfield for its 28th year

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