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Lenore Weiss Memorial Car Show

Standard Oil Gas Station Odell, IL, United States

Proceeds to be donated to the Cancer Support Center.  

$10.00

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Motor Tour 2018

Click here to learn up-to-the-minute Motor Tour details!

Submissions Due for Winter 2018 issue of The 66 News

Please note that Editor Marlene is looking forward to reviewing your submissions for the Winter 2018 issue of our members-only quarterly newsletter, The 66 News. Deadline for submissions: November 15, 2018. Submit your content to: Route 66 Association of Illinois Attention: Marlene Gorman, Newsletter Editor c/o PermaGraphic Printers 216 Marley Road New Lenox, IL 60451 […]

Preservation Meeting

Route 66 Family Restaurant 105 S Old Rte 66, Dwight, IL

This annual event will again be held at the Route 66 Family Restaurant in Dwight, located on old Route 66 across from the historic Texaco Station. The purpose will be an update on many subjects that I am sure will be of interest to you. I suggest that you arrive around 6:00 PM. That is […]

Route 66 Presentation by John Weiss

Our preservation chairman, John Weiss will make a presentation, "Get Your Kicks on Route 66" at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Downers Grove on April 13. Find out why the Mother Road beckons to so many from here and abroad. And why nostalgia hearkens to us to experience the “slow lane” - from the mom and […]

Clean Up at Odell Standard Station, Odell, IL

Odell Standard Station, Odell, IL 400 S West St, Odell, IL, United States

This is our annual paint up, clean up, and fix up day at the historic station. Again, over 30,000 people visit this site every year. If it wasn’t for the efforts to maintain our pride and joy attraction it would surely deteriorate with this many tourists visiting such a small space. The camper, grounds and […]

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Motor Tour 2019

For complete details of our 30th annual Motor Tour - Life in the Slow Lane - as well as the official registration form, click here: Motor Tour 2019 Official Registration Form.

Drive’n the Dixie Hwy

Discover the historic Dixie Highway! Starts in Momence, Earl D. Schoeffner Farm Museum, 105 E Second Street End: Gas Works Grounds, intersection of James & Ann Streets, Blue Island, IL Registration 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Click for more information and online registration. >

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Annual Preservation Meeting

Route 66 Family Restaurant 105 S Old Rte 66, Dwight, IL

This annual event will again be held at the Route 66 Family restaurant in Dwight, Illinois (located on old Route 66 across from the historic Texaco Station). The purpose will be an update on many subjects that we're sure will be of interest to you. We suggest that you arrive around 6 PM to enjoy […]

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Cleanup Day at the Museum

Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame and Museum 110 W Howard, Pontiac, IL, United States

The museum, the displays, the Waldmire Road Yacht and more need a sprucing up before tourist season. Over 30,000 people come and visit our displays every year. This of course. causes some wear and tear. A good cleaning is necessary. Lunch will be provided by the Route 66 Association. It is a known fact that, “we work for […]

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Odell Standard Station Cleanup Day

Odell Standard Station, Odell, IL 400 S West St, Odell, IL, United States

This is our annual paint up, clean up, and fix up day at the historic station. Again, over 30,000 people visit this site every year. If it wasn’t for the efforts to maintain our pride and joy attraction it would surely deteriorate with this many tourists visiting such a small space. The camper, grounds and building inside and […]

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Rialto Square Theater Tour

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Tour this historic landmark, known as the "Jewel of Joliet." Tours are given on Tuesdays. Check their website for details.

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Catfish Days

Wilmington IL, United States

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theater 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

Movie series playing on a Thursday each month through October. See their website for movie listing. Doors open at 6:00 PM

Rockin’ at the River Concert Series in Pontiac, IL

The Blooze Brothers kick off the City of Pontiac’s Rockin’ at the River Concert Series this Saturday, June 5th at Humiston-Riverside Park Bandshell, 612 W Water St. Activities for the evening start at 6:00pm with giant yard games located near the bandshell run by the Pontiac Parks and Recreation Department. The Blooze Brothers pull in in […]

“Gone Fishing” Art Show – Pontiac

“Gone Fishing” is the June 2021 featured gallery show at GLCAC (Greater Livingston County Arts Council) Art Center.  It will open on Friday, June 4 in the Joe Bailey Gallery. The show runs through Wednesday, June 30. The gallery is located upstairs at the Art Center at 209 West Madison Street. An elevator/lift is available.The show […]

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Motor Tour 2021 – Life is a Highway

We're thrilled to be able to hold our 30th Annual Motor Tour this year. Click here for complete details and to register.

Car Events – Atlanta, Illinois

Sunday, June 27, will be a day full of car events in Atlanta! We will kick off from 9-11am with Cars & Coffee at Country-Aire (606 E South St). Then, join us from 11am-3pm for a car cruise-in at Dairy Queen (102 Empire St) with live music by Table four 2 from 11:30-2! Then, at […]

National Paul Bunyan Day Festivities in Atlanta, Illinois

Monday, June 28, is National Paul Bunyan Day!!!! Join us in Atlanta as we celebrate with our 19 foot Tall Paul. From 10:30am-12:30pm we will have our Tourism Director by the giant to take photos of you and your cars with Tall Paul and a Route 66 sign. We will have the parking in front […]

Pontiac 5th of July Celebration

The Pontiac Golf Course is the place to be for family fun on the 5th of July! Outdoor fun includes inflatables for the kids and lawn games and open swim for all ages from 4:00-8:00 PM. Rosie and the Rivets: the Premier Retro Rock & Roll Show will be performing from 5:00-8:00 PM on the lawn. […]

The Bash At The Big House! in Joliet, IL

The Bash At The Big House! Aug. 7, inside the walls of Old Joliet Prison! 11 hours of live music on two stages, food trucks, beer tent, local vendors, art demonstrations, prison tours... Kids 12 & under free (with paid adult)! Tix $20 at https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-bash-at-the-big-house...

Atlanta 1st Annual Block Party and Fundraiser

Atlanta 1st Annual Block Party and Fundraiser The Atlanta Public Library is excited to announce our 1st Annual Block Party and Fundraiser! Join us on Saturday, August 14th from 1pm-6pm for a fun filled afternoon! We'll have a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, bounce houses, games, cornhole tournament, cook out, and much more! Everyone is welcome […]

Corvette Cruise-In – Atlanta, IL

Atlanta is hosting a CORVETTE Cruise-in on Arch Street from 10am-2pm! From 8:30am-10:00am we will have an informal Cars & Coffee. Head through the @Sip Shack drive-thru on your way in, or park on Arch and walk over, grab your drink and a pastry, and hang out on Arch Street with fellow Corvette enthusiasts. CHUBBY'S […]

Gail’s Pumpkin Patch – Beason, IL

1709 2000 Ave, Beason, IL Sunday - Monday;  Wednesday - Friday - Noon to 5:00 PM Tuesday - CLOSED Saturday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 Gail's Pumpkin Patch website The pumpkin patch has lots of outdoor space and family fun! We have over 60 varieties of pumpkins and gourds, popcorn, Nate’s honey and apple cider […]

Cars & Coffee on Arch Street – Atlanta, IL

The City of Atlanta, IL is welcoming the St. Louis Corvette Club Chapter on September 18. We are hosting Cars & Coffee on Arch Street from 8am-10am where fellow Corvette enthusiasts from around the region can show off their cars and talk with other 'Vette lovers. 

Rockin’ at the River Concert Series – Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones

Humiston-Riverside Park Bandshell, 612 W Water St Activities for the evening start at 6:00pm with giant yard games located near the bandshell run by the Pontiac Parks and Recreation Department. Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones will start their show at 7:00 and play until 9:00. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. […]

International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield

September 24-26, 2021 Downtown Springfield, Illinois www.Route66Fest.com Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival in Springfield! Hundreds of cool cars and thousands of spectators will roll into the heart of Springfield’s historic downtown September 24-26, 2021 for a weekend of family fun in the sun and non-stop live music and entertainment! […]