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 learn more about the upcoming Centennial and 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

Normal, IL

DESTIHL Brewery has been recognized and honored by numerous craft beer industry insiders, organizations and competitions. At DESTIHL Brewery’s 47,000 sq. ft. Brewery & Beer Hall you will find a large selection of DESTIHL beers, beer-tails, and an impressive food menu, with brunch on weekends. Special events and brewery tours happen regularly, with a full list of events and tours on our website.

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DESTIHL Brewery & Beer Hall
1200 Greenbriar Drive
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 420-0159

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Events on Illinois Route 66

Springfield Lucky Horseshoes 2025 Schedule & Tickets Now on Sale

Robin Roberts Stadium 1415 N Grand Ave E., Springfield, IL, United States

Springfield, IL 12/12/24 – The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes are excited to announce their 2025 schedule, which kicks off on Tuesday, May 27th, when the Horseshoes host the Normal CornBelters at…

John Drake at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

Buzz Bomb Brewing 406 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United States

John Drake brings Roots Blues Americana Classic Rock and more to the Buzz Bomb Brewing Co. on Friday, Dec. 27, from 7-9pm. Drake is a singer-songwriter, Americana artist, blues guitarist and performer. Event by Buzz Bomb Brewing Company, Adams Street District - Adams Family and Land of Lincoln Drinking Trail.

New Year’s Eve-EVE at Joliet Area Historical Museum

Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United States

This year, bring your little ones to the most exciting, family-friendly New Year’s event in Joliet – the Ultimate Kids’ New Year’s Eve EVE Party! The clock may strike midnight for adults, but for the kids, the celebration begins early with a packed schedule of fun-filled activities, games, and entertainment that will make them feel…

Noon Year’s Eve at Kidzeum

Kidzeum of Health and Science 412 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United States

Join us at Kidzeum on Dec. 31 from 9am-1pm, as we celebrate the start of a new year! We'll have plenty of activities to start 2025 off on the right foot. This year, we're going all-out with a dance party led by the Springfield Youth Performance Group, skating on our sock-skating rink, a wide variety…

Springfield Area Arts Council Annual First Night Springfield

Downtown Springfield #1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL, United States

The Springfield Area Arts Council (SAAC) celebrates its annual First Night Springfield on New Year's Eve in downtown Springfield. This family-friendly, celebration of the arts features talented local and regional artists & performers across multiple stages at multiple venues. There is a free admission children's stage and activity area from 1 pm-4 pm. All other…