Free Concert Schedule
The regular concerts on Saturday and Sunday during the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Weekend (Oct. 20, 21 & 22) are canceled. In stead the carillon will be played every half hour during both evenings.
Fall/Winter Schedule (October, November, December)
Sat: 2:00 PM
Sun: 2:00 & 4:00 PM
NO CONCERTS during the winter months
(January, February and March)
April Schedule
Sat: 2:00 PM
Sun: 2:00 & 4:00 PM
May through September
Wed: 6:30 PM
Thu: 6:30 PM
Fri: 6:30 PM
Sat: 2:00 & 6:30 PM
Sun: 2:00 & 6:30 PM
Carlo van Ulft, Springfield Park District’s Master Carillonist, and local assistant carillonists, play a variety of music from original carillon compositions to arrangements of popular classics and pop music. Enjoy the beauty of Washington Park and the adjacent Botanical Center with the unique accompaniment of relaxing carillon music.
Welcome!
The Springfield Park District’s Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon is one of the largest and finest of the world’s carillons. Located in historic Washington Park, the Rees Carillon is the site of numerous free public concerts, exciting community events, and the world-renowned International Carillon Festival held each June.
Upcoming Events
Since 1982, our annual Caroling at the Carillon is a great way to kick-off the holiday season! Gather around [...]
Art Spectacular at the Carillon A juried Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair Ranked in “The Best 200 Fine [...]
Since 1982, our annual Caroling at the Carillon is a great way to kick-off the holiday season! Gather around [...]
Get Involved
There are many ways you can get involved and support the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon – make a Donation, attend our Events, become a Carillon Belle, or Volunteer at our events.