Springfield Weekend Entertainment: Theater, Music, and More
Springfield and Urbana, Ohio, offer a diverse range of entertainment options this weekend, from theatrical performances and live music to wedding showcases and retro parties. Here’s a guide to events happening February 20-21, 2026.
Friday, February 20
Music Bingo
Kick off the weekend with Music Bingo at Frosty’s Good Food and Spirits, located at 2369 Upper Valley Pike. The event starts at 7 p.m. And includes a 50/50 queen of hearts raffle, along with food and drinks. Frosty’s Good Food & Fine Spirits
“Romeo and Juliet”
Showtime Performing Arts presents a modernized version of Shakespeare’s classic, “Romeo and Juliet,” at The Springfield Metropolis (102 W. High St.) at 7 p.m. This production promises audience participation and fresh interpretations. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Springfield News-Sun
Live Music Performances
- Rose City Riot: Enjoy tunes with a folk flare at Mother Stewart’s Brewing Company (102 W. Columbia St.) at 7 p.m.
- Tim Gebard & The Hitmen: Experience roots, Americana, and indie rock with Tim Gebard & The Hitmen’s Roots Rhythm American Music Revue, featuring The Electric Beige, at the State Theater (19 S. Fountain Ave.) at 7 p.m. Admission is $10.
- JJ Grey & Mofro: A night of funk, blues, and Southern storytelling with JJ Grey & Mofro fills the Kuss Auditorium at Clark State Performing Arts Center (300 S. Fountain Ave.) at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $38-$68.
- 4NRS Journey: Gloria Theatre in Urbana (216 S. Main St.) hosts 4NRS Journey at 8 p.m. For an arena rock tribute to Foreigner and Journey, playing their biggest hits. Tickets cost $37, $47.35, and $57.50.
Saturday, February 21
Valentine Wedding Show
The Bushnell Event Center (12 E. Main St.) hosts a Valentine Wedding Show from noon to 4 p.m., featuring photographers, florists, caterers, DJs, and more. Live entertainment and food/drink samples will be available. Tickets are free with Eventbrite enrollment or $5 at the door. Springfield News-Sun
Additional Saturday Events
- “Romeo and Juliet” (Matinee & Evening): Showtime Performing Arts presents another performance of their modernized “Romeo and Juliet” at The Springfield Metropolis (102 W. High St.) at 2 p.m. And 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors.
- Ohio Goes to the Movies: The State Theater (19 S. Fountain Ave.) hosts a celebration of movies made by, produced by, or starring Springfield actors, including Jonathan Winters, Lillian Gish, and John Legend, at 6 p.m. The event is free, but tickets are limited and available at springfieldstatetheater.com.
- Open Mic Night: Myers Market (101 S. Fountain Ave.) hosts an open mic night starting at 6 p.m., featuring performers Jessica O’Neill, Donavon Tolle, Matt Chonko, Eric Mundey, and Brothers Pennington.
- Mighty Mystic: Mother Stewart’s Brewing Company (102 W. Columbia St.) welcomes reggae performer Mighty Mystic at 7 p.m. For a Bob Marley birthday celebration concert.
- Marsha Brady Band: O’Conners Irish Pub (2200 N. Limestone St.) features the high-energy dance band, The Marsha Brady Band, at 8 p.m. Cover is $5.
- ‘80s Party: The Crazy Horse Saloon (4122 Laybourne Road) hosts an ‘80s party at 8 p.m., with line dancing, karaoke, and a gift card prize for the best-dressed patron.