August, 12 2023 | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
438 E St Louis St Springfield, Missouri 65806
https://www.discoverycenter.org/foodfest/?fbclid=IwAR312o-06bAXC7YGeTrK0Isv_4oOlOk3JVUwbBrPoNVZrM81othNqw4qRys
$5-$20
Enjoy Springfield’s Route 66 Festival, find your new favorite restaurant, and make it a fun day for the family at the SGF Kids Food Festival presented by Emergence Teleradiology! With your all-inclusive ticket, local restaurants will provide sample size servings of their best kids food fare with options for even the pickiest of eaters. The best restaurants will win awards and the right to be the #1 kid friendly restaurant in their category. When you’re ready to cool off, head inside to the Discovery Center and explore over 300 hands-on exhibits across 6 combined floors all included with your ticket!
Saturday, August 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Presented by: Emergence Teleradiology
Sponsored by: Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center, 92.9 The Beat, Springfield West Side Optimist Club, and Positronic Industries
Tickets (all-inclusive food, drinks and Discovery Center admission):
Member Adults: $10 | Member Kids: $5
Nonmember Adults: $20 | Nonmember Kids: $15
FAQ
What’s included with my ticket?
Both the child and adult tickets include same-day admission to the Discovery Center, access to the bounce houses, and an all-inclusive pass to the SGF Kids Food Festival. You will not need to purchase any additional tickets for drinks or food at the festival.
What kind of food will be at the festival?
This festival is perfect for kids (or kids at heart)! Expect to find kid-friendly food like hotdogs, pizza, frozen yogurt, and more.
What is the age range for a child ticket?
Children ages 3-15 will need a child ticket, and all children 2 and under are free. Adult tickets start at 16 years old and up.
Where do I park?
Due to the Route 66 Festival, the Discovery Center’s parking lot will be unavailable for guest use Friday-Saturday, August 11-12. Alternative parking and transportation options can be found on the Route 66 Festival website:
https://www.route66festivalsgf.com/roads/
What is the weather policy?
This is a “rain or shine” event. Refunds will only be issued if the event is canceled by the Discovery Center.
Does purchasing Discovery Center admission that day include the Food Festival?
No, you must purchase a separate ticket to the SGF Kids Food Festival to attend but your Food Festival ticket does include same-day admission to the Discovery Center. To guarantee entry to the Food Festival, we encourage you to purchase your Food Festival tickets early.