Fat Ass 5K and Street Party for Charity This race has generated more than $1.7 million for charity since 2008. Includes stops for beer, corn dogs, doughnuts and ice cream, because why not? Live music and entertainment throughout the race route, followed by a street party that includes drinks, barbecue and more live music. fatass5k.com. Downtown Springfield, Sixth and Adams streets.
Artsy An art fair for kids in care. Support The James Project in so many fun ways - fantastic art for purchase, crafts, live art demonstrations, a caricature artist, air-brush face painting, snacks, balloon animals and more.
Power of the Purse Ticket includes live music, hors d'oerves and great purses up for auction. A cash bar will be open. Proceeds support MERCY Communities, where the independence of homeless and at-risk families is fostered.
Hopeful Futures Gala Seventh annual gala highlights the accomplishments of Hope through the years. Event includes a three-course meal, a keynote speaker and a raffle. Tickets can be purchased through the ticket link. Cocktail attire is encouraged and black tie is optional.
Gen-X Prom Whoa, dudes! Dudettes! Break out your best 80s or 90s clothes for a reinvented version of this high school rite of passage. Radical music, punch and cookies, keepsake photos, and prizes for those who best glam the look. It'll be epic.