Art Spectacular
September 13 - September 14
Art Spectacular at the Carillon
A juried Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair
Celebrate 20 Years of Art, Music & Community
Join Us for the 20th Anniversary of Central Illinois’ Premier Fine Art Festival! Art Spectacular at the Carillon is a top-ranked juried fine art show named one of the Best 200 Art Fairs in the U.S. by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
📅 September 13–14, 2025
📍 Washington Park, Springfield, IL (at the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon)
🕰️ Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM | Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM
🎟️ Free Admission | Family-Friendly | Rain or Shine
This year’s festival brings together 40+ exceptional artists from across the Midwest and beyond, showcasing original, museum-quality works in a wide variety of media, including:
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Photography
- Jewelry
- Ceramics
- Mixed Media
- Wood & Glass Art
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a casual admirer, you’ll discover something special.
Raise a Glass at the NEW Wine Tent
This year, All About Wine brings the flavor to Art Spectacular! Visit our brand-new Wine Tent to purchase and enjoy a selection of wine and beer while you explore the show. Beverages must be enjoyed within the designated gated area—no outside alcoholic beverages are permitted.
The perfect pairing for a day of art, music, and community!
More Than Just Art
Founded in 2006 by Rees Carillon Society Board Member, Barb Walker, Art Spectacular is a multi-experience festival of art and music that attracts approximately 5,000 art lovers, families, and collectors each year. This professionally juried fine art and craft show features collector and museum-quality works in a range of price points—from $50 to $7,500.
Art Spectacular is more than a fine art show—it’s a full weekend experience for all ages:
🎨 Live Artist Demonstrations – Watch talent in action
🎶 Live Music Performances – Relax and enjoy local musicians
👧 Kids’ Place & Kids Only Art Sale – Creative fun for young artists
🍔 Food Vendors – Delicious local eats and treats
🎁 Silent Auction & Gift Basket Raffle – Support the Carillon and win big
Event Details
Date: September 13-14, 2025
Time: Saturday, September 13th 10 AM–5 PM | Sunday, September 14th 10 AM–4 PM
Admission: Free!
Pets: For the safety of pets, people, and artwork, only licensed service animals are allowed
Event Contact: Connie Heskett, Chair
📧 [email protected] | 📞 217-306-1838
Location & Parking
Washington Park, 1740 W Fayette Ave, Springfield, IL
The event takes place near the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon.
Free parking available throughout the park and surrounding streets. The area is ADA accessible with paved paths and restrooms nearby.
Welcome to our 2025 Artists!
| Name | Medium | State |
|---|---|---|
| Ames Woodworking Art | Wood | IL |
| Art Glass Array | Glass | MO |
| Artistry Underfoot | Fiber Cloth | MO |
| ArtSilver/Madjar Designs | Jewelry | CO |
| Carved Decoys | Wood | IL |
| Claylickcreek Pottery | Clay/Ceramics | IL |
| Dragonfly Kiln Works | Jewelry | MO |
| Drenched in Peace | Fiber | MO |
| Earlusion | Jewelry | FL |
| ecoRidge | Fine Art- Digital | FL |
| Fabrikate | Fiber | IL |
| Fresh & Alive Fine Art | Painting | MN |
| Glitz and Glam | Fiber | IL |
| Hammel Horizons Photography | Photography | IL |
| Irresistible Designs | Jewelry | IL |
| Jenny McGee Art | Mixed Media | MO |
| Kathy Fields Jewelry | Jewelry | MO |
| Kimberly Renne | Jewelry | SC |
| Knarr Design | Fiber | NY |
| Larkfield Glass | Blown Glass | IL |
| Leaning Locust Woodcraft | Wood Scuplture | IN |
| Lou Zale | 3D Mix Media | IL |
| Mudpuppy Moon Art Studio | Printmaking | IL |
| Natalia’s Knitting | Fiber | MO |
| Natures Handy Work | Jewelry | IL |
| Nelida Navarrine | 2D Mixed Media | MO |
| Nilsson Jewelry | Jewelry | FL |
| Pat Kroth Fiber Art | Fiber | WI |
| Pat Rued Hand-Painted Fiber | Fiber-Wearable | IL |
| Penoir Contemporary Jewelry | Jewelry | MI |
| Piper Pottery | Ceramics-Clay | IL |
| SH Woodturning | Wood | IL |
| Steve Martin | Wood | IL |
| Studio 47 Designs | Jewelry | IN |
| Studio 47 Designs | Sculpture | IN |
| The Laughing Boy | Sculpture | IN |
| The Quirky Quiller | Paper Quilling | IL |
| Timeless Art of Cheryl Baker | Printmaking Digital | MI |
| Tony Rubba | Art Painting/WC | IL |
| Treasures From Turkey Run | Metal | IL |
Come listen to the talented 2025 Musicians!
Every Hour on the Hour: Carlo van Ulft – Carillonist, Rees Memorial Carillon
| Time | Saturday: | Sunday: |
|---|---|---|
| 10:15 |
Sangamon Woodwind Consort |
Trinity Wind Ensemble |
| 11:15 |
Prairie Winds Flute Ensemble |
Slidin’ By (Trombone Quartet) |
| 12:15 |
Four Squared Multiple Woodwind Quartet |
Bellacappella |
| 1:15 |
Grenadilla Forest Clarinet Choir |
Sangamon Brass |
| 2:15 |
The Mother Road Bones (Trombone Quartet) |
Old Times Tunes (String Trio) |
| 3:15 |
TBA |
Why Attend?
- Unique, high-quality artwork you won’t find anywhere else
- Perfect for families, art collectors, and weekend explorers
- Supports the historic Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, the 5th largest carillon in the world
Support the Carillon: Donate to the Silent Auction or Raffle
Your donations help preserve and promote the Rees Carillon’s legacy. We welcome contributions of gift certificates, themed baskets, or unique items for our silent auction and raffle.
If you are interested in donating for the silent auction or raffle, please contact Betty at [email protected]
Don’t Miss Springfield’s Premier Fine Art Festival
Make a weekend of it and celebrate 20 years of art, music, and community under the chimes of the iconic Rees Carillon.
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With our Thanks to These
Generous 2025 Sponsors:
*REES CARILLON SOCIETY*
*SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT*
*THE CARILLON BELLES*
*WASHINGTON PARK BOTANICAL GARDEN*
MEDIA SPONSOR
EVENT SPONSOR
GOLD
DAVID & LAURIE FARREL
CARILLONNEUR’S CLUB
Bunn
CEFCU
Troxell
PRESIDENT’S CLUB
BJ Grand Salon
Heartland Credit Union
Warren-Boynton State Bank
SPONSOR
Lambert Custom Pools, Inc.
P.H. Broughton & Sons, Inc.
Premiere Audio Visual Inc.
Staab Funeral Homes
FRIEND
Ryan Electrical Solutions
FAMILY SPONSORS
BRANDT
Jennifer J. Cole
Linda Distlehorst
Linda Williams Hammer
Tom & June Harmon
Ann & Greg Husrst
Kathryn Ransom
Kathy Sees
Greg Sgro
Leslie Sgro
Don & Wanda Tracy
Barb Walker
Diana Widicus/Mike Davis
Sharon Zook
IN-KIND SPONSORS
TBA
SPONSORS & DONORS
Please contact Connie Heskett at 217-306-1838 or [email protected].
MUSICIANS
Would you like to showcase your talent and donate an hour or two of your time for the benefit of Springfield’s historical musical treasure, the Rees Memorial Carillon?
Please contact Lucy Yockey at [email protected].
VOLUNTEERS
To be an awesome volunteer, please submit the Volunteer Application Form below; or please contact Connie Heskett at [email protected], (217) 306-1838.
50 Volunteers are needed in half-day or full-day shifts:
- Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm -or- 8 am-Noon -or- 11:00 am-5:00 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 am-5:30 pm -or- 8:00 am-1:00 pm -or- Noon-5:30 pm
- Sunday 4 pm – 7 pm: 8:00 am-4:30 pm -or- 8:00 am-1:00 pm -or- Noon-4:30 pm -or- 4:00 pm-7:30 pm
- Friday: Event set-up
- Saturday and Sunday: staffing for the parking lot, gates, gift basket raffle, kids’ art sale, hospitality, refreshments on wheels, etc.
- Sunday: 4 pm – 7 pm: Event break-down and pack-up.
2024 Artist Award Winners:
Best of Show – Kent Epler – Sculpture
1st Place Fine Art – Tony Rubba – Watercolor
1st Place Fine Craft – Pat Kroth – Fiber
2nd Place Fine Art – Courtney Farquharson – Printmaking
2nd Place Fine Craft – T.J. Potter – Jewelry
Best New Artist – Steve Martin – Wood
Favorite Artist – Cheryl Baker – Printmaking Digital