Route 66 Association of Illinois
Where The Road Begins
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Sorry, but this event is canceled: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the August cruise-in will be cancelled. Our last cruise-in of the season will be September 11 from 10am-2pm.
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
Nestled less than one mile from Interstate 55 and historic Route 66 in Lexington, is Castle Gardens, a truly unique estate. Castle Gardens features the nationally recognized David Hyatt Van Dolah house, a MTC 36-passenger train, and a locally restored Allan Herschell 36-horse carousel. With professional ease and enthusiasm, the Wrights will take you on […]
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
Join Mid State Cruisers for a Cruise-In at the David Davis Mansion. Antique, classic, new cars, trucks, and motorcycles..ALL are welcome!
You are invited you to Atlanta's last cruise-in of the year, our "Never Forget" Cruise-in this Sunday, September 11. All money raised will be donated to Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The mission of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation is to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to […]
Held at Postville Courthouse and Postville Park in Lincoln, IL
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
The 3rd Saturday Howard Street Vintage Market is an outdoor market located at Pop’s Pop Up (517 W. Howard St.) and the surrounding businesses. The market features a variety of unique and one-of-a-kind items as well as food vendors and activities. Admission to the market is free for shoppers. Vendors are charged a $15 fee […]
Join us for the Inaugural Walter Bratcher Memorial Car Show!
Join us September 18, 2022 Sign yourself and even your dog up for the 5k Walk/Run for $25 and get family, friends and neighbors to pledge for you. Bring the kids for fun kid’s activities like face painting, rock painting and so much more in our Kid Activities area. When you’re done with your walk, […]
The cars, the music, the fun and nostalgia that Route 66 has brought to generations will return for another year, rolling into historic downtown Springfield. Admission is FREE for spectators.
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
Join us for a taste of some amazing wines in the beautiful setting of Castle Gardens. Wine Tasting will be provided by Beyond Normal. You can purchase a glass or buy a bottle of a lovely boutique wine. Tasting will be done in the Carousel Barn which is nicely air conditioned. Tour the lovely gardens […]
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
Route 66 Corner Garage Antiques & Collectibles is hosting a flea market. They will also have food vendor Nic Bay there with his awesome corn dogs. Come on out and grab some food and great deals. They are located at 1211 5th Street in Lincoln.
In Uptown Normal Saturday, October 8th, and Sunday, October 9th, 2022, from 9 AM to 4 PM., the Sugar Creek Arts Festival is a free community event featuring more than 100 locally and nationally acclaimed artists, two live music stages, food trucks, and much more! The festival was first held in 1983 by the Town […]
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
The 3rd Saturday Howard Street Vintage Market is an outdoor market located at Pop’s Pop Up (517 W. Howard St.) and the surrounding businesses. The market features a variety of unique and one-of-a-kind items as well as food vendors and activities. Admission to the market is free for shoppers. Vendors are charged a $15 fee […]
Every Saturday from 7:00 – 11:00 June – August, 8:00 – 12:00 September – October.
The public is invited to attend a free program presented by Bill Kemp of the McLean County Museum of History titled, "Wooden Grain Elevators and Their Legacy: A Case-Study” using JH Hawes Grain Elevator as the focus of Atlanta’s agricultural and architectural history at 2PM on October 23 at Missy’s Sweet Shoppe, 112 SW Arch […]
