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Springfield Restaurant Week Media Preview

Wednesday, July 8, 2026
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CDT)

Event Details

Be among the first to experience the inaugural Springfield Restaurant Week before it officially begins!

Join local media, content creators, community leaders, and invited guests for an exclusive preview event featuring samples from participating Springfield Restaurant Week restaurants. Meet the chefs and restaurant owners behind this year's menus, learn more about the 10-day celebration of Springfield's vibrant dining scene, and discover the exciting culinary experiences awaiting diners July 10–19.

Guests will enjoy:

  • Complimentary samples from participating Restaurant Week restaurants
  • Opportunities to meet local chefs, restaurateurs, and event partners
  • A first look at featured Restaurant Week menus
  • Networking with fellow media, influencers, and community leaders
  • Information about how Springfield Restaurant Week supports Ozarks Food Harvest and the Missouri Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

Whether you're covering the event, creating content, or simply passionate about supporting local restaurants, this exclusive preview offers a delicious first taste of one of Springfield's newest community traditions.

Admission is complimentary, but RSVP is requested as space is limited.

We look forward to welcoming you as we kick off Springfield Restaurant Week and celebrate the incredible restaurants that make Springfield's culinary scene so special.