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

Carlinville, IL

The Mother Road Antique Mall is located along Route 66 on the historic downtown Carlinville Square - the only round-about square on old Route 66 - with numerous vendors featuring antiques and collectibles of all shapes and sizes, in all price ranges. Owner Virginia Brown has been in the antique business for over 50 years and invites you to stop by Route 66’s prime destination for antiques and collectibles.

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Events on Illinois Route 66

A Tribute To Musicals Lunch Show

White Fence Farm 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

Enjoy a White Fence Farm 4 piece chicken dinner with all the trimmings and then enjoy vocalist Denny Diamond's tribute to popular songs from stage, screen and TV. Call 815.893.9202 to receive a cash discount for paying the full amount by check. White Fence Farm lunch tickets are all inclusive. All tickets include your meal,…

$45 – $50

Family Fall Fest 2024

The Oaks at Rivers Edge in Pontiac, IL 429 S Elks Club Rd, Pontiac, I, United States

The Annual Family Fall Fest, held by the Pontiac Parks & Rec Department, is the perfect family-friendly event featuring a trunk-or-treat, balloon artist, live DJ, hayrack rides, inflatables, and more…

Free!

Happy Fall Ya’ll Street Festival

Downtown Pontiac 115 W. Howard, Pontiac, IL, United States

Celebrate the fall season in Pontiac at Downtown Pontiac's Happy Fall Ya'll Street Festival on Saturday, October 26th! This festival will be held in the 300 N Block of Plum…

Free!

Area 66 Haunted School: Adults Only Egg “Haunt”

Area 66 Haunted School 908 Veterans Memorial Drive, Livingston, I, United States

Area 66 Haunted School: Adults Only Egg "Haunt." Located nearby to - Pink Elephant Antique Mall. Adults 21+ ONLY! Admission - $15 per person Paid Admission ONLY - hunting or…

Grave Rave

Renaissance Center - Joliet, IL 214 N Ottawa St, Joliet, I, United States

WOW !! What a party this will be! The absolute best Halloween Party ever. THE GRAVE RAVE!!!!! There are sweet grooves, good grooves, and great grooves – and then there’s…

$10