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

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Vitale's Hideaway Prohibition Bar & Grill & Gaming

Worden, IL

Route 66 -Newly "BAR RESCUE" named and renovated - AMAZING "Speakeasy Atmosphere" Bar & Grill featuring Amazing Signature Food, Drinks, Slot Machines, 3x Pool Tables, Shuffleboard, Dart Boards, Pinball Machines, PacMan31games, Stage, Multiple TV Screens!

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Vitale's Hideaway Prohibition Bar & Grill & Gaming
7708 State Route 4
Worden, IL 62097

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  • 25th Annual Art Walk

    25th Annual Art Walk in Historic Downtown Bloomington

    Downtown Bloomington Art Galleries Center-Monroe-Main-Jefferson-Locust Streets, Bloomington, IL, United States

    Celebrating a Quarter of a Century of Art in Historic Downtown Bloomington! Thurs., Nov. 6 from 4 - 9 PMFri., Nov. 7 from 4 - 9 PMSat., Nov. 8 from…

  • Route 66 International Film Festival

    24th Annual Route 66 International Film Festival

    Hoogland Center for the Arts 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL, United States

    Welcome to the captivating world of the Rt. 66 Film Festival – an event that seamlessly merges the allure of cinema with the spirit of adventure. This festival stands as…

  • Holiday Open House

    Uptown Normal Holiday Open House

    Uptown Normal 11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL, United States

    The holidays are arriving in Uptown Normal! Stroll through decorated shops, discover special in-store surprises, and enjoy the start of the season surrounded by your favorite local businesses. From warm…

  • DESTIHL Beer Hall Holiday Makers Market

    DESTIHL Beer Hall Holiday Makers Market

    DESTIHL Brewery 1200 Greenbriar Drive, Normal, IL, United States

    Join us in the Barrel Room at DESTIHL Beer Hall for our Holiday Makers Market, Sunday November 9th from 10am to 2pm. Browse unique handmade goods from local makers and…

  • Journey from the Heart

    Journey from the Heart at Route 66 Motorheads

    Route 66 Motorheads Bar-Grill-Museum 600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL, United States

    Journey from the Heart is coming to Springfield, IL to Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum, and Entertainment Complex on Friday, November 14th, 2025 from 6-11pm. Join Shareen Ann…