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Pleasant Hope

As the week unfolds, the quiet rural landscape around Pleasant Hope, MO gives way to a variety of events and things to do, centered in the nearby city of Springfield. The city's downtown core buzzes with cultural happenings, from gallery walks to live performances at historic venues. Beyond the city, smaller communities like Bolivar contribute to the region's character with large annual festivals celebrating local heritage.

• Explore the creative energy of downtown Springfield, where the monthly Monthly Art Walk flows into evenings of stand-up at the Blue Room Comedy Club or themed nights at CTRL.
• Catch local and regional musicians at laid-back spots like Tie & Timber Beer Co. or experience the historic atmosphere at Lindberg's Tavern on Commercial Street, Springfield's oldest bar.
• Plan around major annual gatherings that define the local culture, including Bolivar's Missouri Beef Days in the spring and Springfield's Artsfest and Cider Days.