Gigs in the Garden
Watch here for Spring 2026 schedule!
Fall 2025
Thank you to everyone who attended the fall series. Combined with spring 2025, Gigs raised more than $1,200 in donations that will be used for accessibility projects at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park.
About
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and listen to live, local music in an extraordinary setting! Beer and wine are available for purchase (now $1 off for Sister Cities members). Kids will love the playground nearby!
The concerts are free to attend; a $10 donation is suggested. In the case of inclement weather, the concerts will move inside the adjacent Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center.
FACEBOOK EVENTPerformance Schedule
Johnnie Angelia King is well known in the Ozarks as a performer, singer and actress. Her musical styles include gospel, blues, jazz and more. An Arkansas native who studied voice at Arkansas State University, she says her move to the Ozarks made a strong and positive impact on her life. Her band brings style and elegance to every piece.
Join the Queen City Chorale for a lively set of solos and group songs – classical to contemporary – rooted in themes of home, heart and community.
This family friendly, full-of-variety, ensemble will leave you smiling. Whether you’re a longtime music lover or just here for a good time in the garden, QCC promises a feel-good performance that celebrates the power of singing together.
The Henderson Kids are a dynamic Springfield musical duo featuring siblings Mike Henderson (guitar, vocals) and Melissa Henderson Rea (guitar, bass, vocals). Blending heartfelt harmonies with rich instrumentation, they deliver a mix of classic covers and soulful, original songs. With their upbeat song selection and fun banter, audiences always leave with a smile.
They will be joined by their good friend and longtime musical collaborator, Brandon Moore – a talented and accomplished fellow in his own right. From bands like Barefoot Revolution, The Shotgun Brothers Band, Jalopy, and more, Brandon is known not only for his talent as a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist but also for his warmth, soul, and joyful energy.
This 17-year-old singer-songwriter from Oldfield, Mo., performs original songs that reflect the rich storytelling tradition of Americana music. With influences from artists including Jason Isbell, Josh Ritter and John Prine, Isaac’s lyrical style is rooted in authentic everyday experiences in songs that feel both personal and universal.
Isaac began writing songs at 11 alongside his dad, who first introduced him to the craft. Songwriting quickly became a personal passion, and over the years, he has continued to produce his own original songs that deal with topics from love to loss to loneliness. His growing catalog presents stories and images that belie his youth.
SSCA Membership Benefit
Springfield Sister Cities members receive $1 off alcoholic beverages at Gigs in the Garden! Just show your membership card before purchase to redeem.
BECOME A MEMBERKids’ Craft Activities
A new feature for this year’s series will be a craft tent with make-and-take activities for kids.
Location
Peace through People Pavilion
in the Kay Cummins Finnie Memorial Dogwood Garden
at the Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO
Nearby parking is available in the Botanical Center lot. Auxiliary parking is available to the north of the Dogwood Garden or at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden.
Traffic Reminder:
Sunshine Street is currently closed east of Scenic Avenue for bridge repair. Please review this map for how to access the park from the north, south and west.
Organizers
The series is organized by lead volunteers Ric Mayer and Linda Chorice and managed by Springfield Sister Cities Association in cooperation with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board.
Sponsors
PRESENTING
GOLD
SUPPORTING SPONSOR
Tom Finnie
About the PTP Pavilion
The Peace Through People Pavilion was funded by the Finnie family and constructed in late 2016 to encourage more cultural performances and community events in the Springfield Botanical Gardens. The Pavilion furthers the Friends of the Garden mission to bring people, nature, and gardens together as well as the Springfield Sister Cities Association mission of Peace Through People.
More Information
For more information, please call 417-864-1191 or contact us.