Ansar Shriners

10/26/2026

The Circus Returns! 🎪
Fire, flips, daredevils, and plenty of clowns are coming back to Springfield for the 79th Ansar Shrine Circus. Catch the show November 6th, 7th & 8th at the BOS Center.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now, so grab yours before they're gone! ⬇️
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10/26/2026

What an incredible weekend for Illinois Masonry!

This past weekend was a tremendous example of what can happen when Masonic organizations come together with a shared purpose: brotherhood, fellowship, and building a stronger future for our fraternity.

Our Triple Ceremonial brought together three incredible organizations, each welcoming new members into their ranks!

Ansar Shrine - 9 New Nobles

Zingabad Grotto M O V P E R -16 New Prophets

Valley of Springfield, IL AASR NMJ - 12 New Members

That's 37 new memberships across three organizations in one weekend!

But this weekend was about so much more than numbers. It was about organizations working together, friendships being formed, traditions being carried forward, and showing what is possible when we support one another.

A huge thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes, participated in the ceremonies, and helped make this weekend such a success.

When Illinois Masonry works together, great things happen!

Here's to continuing that momentum, strengthening our brotherhood, and building an even brighter future for Masonry in Illinois!

10/22/2026

The Fez is His. The Legacy is Theirs.

When a man becomes a Shriner, he doesn’t just join a fraternity. He brings his whole family into something bigger.
His family sees firsthand what service looks like. They help support fundraisers, lend a hand in the community, help families along the way, and share in a tradition of giving that can carry from one generation to the next.
For more than 150 years, Shriners have shown that making a difference is about more than one person. It’s about the families who stand beside them and the communities that come together around a shared mission.

The fez may be his, but the legacy belongs to the whole family.
Start your family’s legacy. Learn more about becoming a Shriner: https://beashrinernow.com/

10/20/2026

You know him as Hollywood's toughest cowboy.

But did you know John Wayne was a Noble of Al Malaikah Shriners in Los Angeles? The Duke showed up for kids who needed him most. That's what being a Shriner is all about. 🙌

10/19/2026

Central Illinois Masonry is about to take a big step forward!

For the first time ever, Ansar Shrine, the Valley of Springfield Scottish Rite and Zingabad Grotto are coming together under one roof. One day. Three degrees. A historic moment for Illinois Masonry.

Ansar Ceremonial

Scottish Rite Reunion

Grotto Initiation

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026

📍 Ansar Shrine Temple | Springfield, IL

Don't hear about it later. BE there. Secure your spot:

☎️ Ansar Shrine Temple: 217-525-1771

☎️ Valley of Springfield: 217-793-7728

What if one weekend could change your Masonic journey?

Two traditions of Masonic brotherhood are coming together for one special weekend. Ansar Shrine, the Valley of Springfield Scottish Rite and Zingabad Grotto will gather for a day of fellowship, tradition and brotherhood.

Join us Saturday, October 24 at Ansar Shrine Temple for the Ansar Ceremonial, Scottish Rite Reunion and Grotto Initiation.

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
📍 Ansar Shrine Temple | Springfield, IL

Two traditions. One weekend of brotherhood. Be part of it.

10/18/2026

Every generation of Shriners helps shape the one that follows.
Through shared experiences, lessons, friendships, and service, today’s mentors are helping prepare tomorrow’s leaders while carrying forward the values of Brotherhood, Fun, and Philanthropy.
The torch is lit, and the future of Ansar Shrine is in good hands.
Interested in becoming a Shriner? Learn more at BeAShrinerNow.com

10/18/2026

Another week of brotherhood and activity at Ansar Shrine!

There’s plenty happening this week with Shrine Club gatherings, unit activities and more leading up to the Fall Ceremonial & Valley Reunion on Saturday, October 24! Check out this week’s schedule and make plans to join your fellow Nobles.

And the countdown continues! 🎪 The Ansar Shrine Circus returns November 6–8, just a few weeks away!

10/16/2026

A lot of men are looking for stronger community, real connection, and a way to be part of something meaningful.

If that sounds familiar, this fall is a great time to start learning about Ansar Shrine. You do not need to have everything figured out today. Start with a question, learn about the path, and see whether this brotherhood feels like the right fit.

Visit ansarshrine.com to explore more and take the first step.

10/11/2026

Here’s what’s happening at Ansar Shrine this week!
October 11th - 17th

Another busy week is ahead with unit activities, meetings, fellowship and plenty happening throughout Ansar.Take a look at this week’s schedule and make plans to join your fellow Nobles!

And don’t forget, the Ansar Shrine Circus returns November 6–8! We’re officially less than a month away! 🎪