Preparations are in full swing for Hannah Harper Day on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Willow Springs. Harper advanced to the Top 5 in the current season of American Idol on Monday. The day’s activities will include music downtown in the afternoon, a parade through town, and a free evening concert. The events are being coordinated through the City of Willow Springs and the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce.
Downtown music
Live music will begin at 3 p.m. in the heart of downtown. The lineup includes The Greer Family at 3:05, Brady Walton at 3:45, and Brandy Lee at 4:25.
Parade
The parade through downtown will begin at 5 p.m. at the city’s Booster Field park, ending at the Willow Springs schools. Only licensed drivers will be permitted to drive along the parade route and all entries must be decorated in a patriotic theme. No candy will be thrown for safety’s sake. Parade lineup is at 4 p.m. at Booster Field. Upon arrival, entrants will sign a waiver with representatives from the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce.
Concert
The evening’s free concert will be at 7 p.m. at Palenske Field, the Willow Springs High School football field. Parking areas have been designated throughout town with free shuttle service available to the football field. Gates for the concert will open at 6 p.m. Those attending should bring lawn chairs or blankets for field seating, as bleacher space will be limited. Handicapped parking and seating will be available.
Free concessions will be available at the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Items available will be hot dogs, chips, and water, sponsored by G&W Cash Saver and cooked by Willow Springs High School FFA; coffee by Crime Scene Coffee; pie by Pie-ology; string cheese kettle corn by BIG POPPA’s Kettle Corn; popsicles by Lakeland Pharmacy; and funnel cakes by Willow Care Healthcare.
Clear, unopened water bottles will be allowed; bags are subject to search. No alcohol, smoking, vaping, or animals are permitted at the event.
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