Art Spectacular
2026-09-12 - 2026-09-13 | Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, 1740 W Fayette Ave, Springfield, IL, 62704, United States
Art Spectacular at the Carillon
A juried Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair
Celebrate 21 Years of Art, Music & Community
Join Us for the 21st 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 12, 2026 – September 13, 2026
📍 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.

VIEW 2025 pROGRAMRaise 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 12-13, 2025
Time: Saturday, September 12th 10 AM–5 PM | Sunday, September 13th 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
📧 spfldartspectacular@gmail.com | 📞 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 b_j_way@yahoo.com

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
United Community Bank
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 connieheskett@gmail.com.
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 yockeylucy@gmail.com.
VOLUNTEERS
To be an awesome volunteer, please submit the Volunteer Application Form below; or please contact Connie Heskett at connie.heskett@gmail.com, (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.

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Preferred Shift(s):

Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pmFriday: 8:00 am – NoonFriday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pmSaturday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pmSaturday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pmSaturday: Noon – 5:30 pmSunday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pmSunday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pmSunday: Noon – 4:30 pmSunday: 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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2025 Artist Award Winners:
Best of Show – Chester Stogner – Wood
1st Place Fine Art – Courtney Farquharson – Printmaking
1st Place Fine Craft – Robert Nilsson – Jewelry
2nd Place Fine Art – Kent Epler – Sculpture
2nd Place Fine Craft – Tori Eisenberg – Jewelry
Best New Artist – Nela Navarrine- 2D Mixed Media
Favorite Artist – Matthew Pryer – Metal
We are grateful and appreciate our enthusiastic Volunteers who keep our artists and patrons happy and help make this a successful fundraiser for the Rees Memorial Carillon.
