WHERE THE MOTHER ROAD BEGINS

Since 1926

Route 66 defined a remarkable era in our nation’s history – and it lives on today in Illinois' many Route 66 roadside attractions, museums, and restaurants – it's the shining ribbon of blacktop we call 'The Mother Road'.

Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway

Learn more about the Centennial & the Route 66 Experience

Click the Centennial logo to purchase merchandise available only through the Byway and click the Experience logo to learn more about the Illinois State Fairgrounds Route 66 Experience!

Featured Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Member

Virden, IL

The goal of VACC is to promote our member businesses as well as the City of Virden. Whether you are traveling Historic Route 66, just passing through town or specifically here to visit Virden we welcome and encourage you to stop in our Visitors Center located inside the member business Showtime Lanes at the North end of town on Illinois Route 4/Route 66. Sign our visitors guest book, pick up information on local history and attractions and Virden souvenirs. Visit the new mural honoring Virden’s drag racing history along Route 66!

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Virden Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 252
Virden, IL 62690
(217) 965-6139

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Events on Illinois Route 66

  • Christmas Under the Dome – McLean County Museum of History

    McLean County Museum of History/Cruisin' with Lincoln 66 Visitors Center 200 N. Main Street, Bloomington, IL, United States

    Join the Museum on Friday AND Saturday for free, festive fun during Christmas Under the Dome! Friday, December 5, we'll be open to all until 8 p.m. for the Downtown Bloomington Once Upon a…

  • Virden Country Christmas – Santa’s Workshop!

    Virden on the Square 175 E Jackson, Virden, IL, United States

    Get ready for one of Virden’s most magical holiday traditions! This year’s Santa’s Workshop is packed with festive fun, community spirit, and joyful memories for kids and families all across…

  • 2025 Staunton Holiday Walk

    Downtown Staunton 229 W Main St, Staunton, IL, United States

    Merry Christmas and Happy Ho-Ho-Holidays! The annual Holiday Walk will run from 4 to 8 p.m. on December 5 and will feature local businesses and vendors lining main street; the…

  • Lexington’s Christmas on the Prairie

    Downtown Lexington 329 W Main St, Lexington, IL, United States

    Experience Christmas on the Prairie in Lexington on Saturday, December 6th!! This year's entire event will be held in beautiful downtown Lexington. Vendor applications are now available at City Hall…