Explore the music, games, dance and cuisine of over 90 countries at the Tour of the Globe: Pop Culture 360.

Pop culture goes global

Experience pop culture around the world — no passport required.

The annual Tour of the Globe event will take place Nov. 7, 2025, at 301 S. Jefferson Ave. in downtown Springfield.

Daezia Smith, leadership program specialist in the office of global education and engagement offers a short preview of what to expect, why the night fits the public affairs mission and how moments of connection often outlast the event.

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