SAA Events

The SAA is proud to present a robust offering of unique events every year! We guarantee that we have something for everyone to get involved, join in the community, and keep your creative heart beating!

2026 Calendar of events

2026 Sponsorship & partnership opportunities

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Annual/Bi-Annual Events

Molly Schlich Annual Film Series
January 18 - March 10, 2026

6x6 Art Raffle
March 5 - March 19, 2026

Roasted
Not planned for 2026. Coming in 2027!

Paint the Street
​June 27, 2026

Palette to Palate
July 27, 2026

Fore! the Arts Golf Outing - NEW EVENT!
August 6, 2026

Yart Sale
​August 15, 2026

Edwards Place Fine Art Fair
September 19 - 20, 2026

Art Synergy
​November 14, 2026

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Additional Events

Buffalo Birthday Bonanza
​May 8, 2026

Library Events

Edwards Place Events

SAA Collective Gallery Openings

M.G. Nelson Gallery Openings

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Retired Events

The History of the Beaux Arts Ball

The Beaux Arts Ball was a time honored family tradition in Springfield while providing essential program funds to the SAA for 90 years.

View Past Queens, Kings, and Photos of the past events
through the decades.

Click to view 90 Years of the BAll

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Accessibility for Events

The SAA is an inclusive community space and is dedicated to ensuring our programming fits this standard. If you need an accessibility accommodation made, please reach out to our office at 217-523-2631 at least 2 weeks prior to the event and we will try our best to make the requested accommodation.