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Featured Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Member
Springfield, IL
Located in an historic mansion and carriage house – just steps from the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, this locally owned establishment features an array of microbrews made on site, along with a great menu of delicious eats. There’s a beautiful outside patio for enjoying warm evenings in this historic district. This is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.
Obed & Isaac’s Microbrewery & Eatery
500 South Sixth Street
Springfield, IL 62701
(217) 670-0627
Events on Illinois Route 66
Events
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ALPLM ‘Pillars of Democracy’ Women’s Role in Democracy Art Exhibit Opens May 15
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD – An art exhibition celebrating women’s vital role in democracy – and the hard work it took to get there – opens May 15 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum with a presentation…
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American Giants Museum Memorial Day Weekend
American Giants Museum 100 NW Arch Street, Atlanta, IL, United StatesAGM hopes to see you this coming weekend at the American Giants Museum! Schedule is as follows - May 22 Friday is Open Museum Day come check out the new…
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Hop on the Road: A Celebration of Route 66
DESTIHL Brewery 1200 Greenbriar Drive, Normal, IL, United StatesMemorial Day weekend, DESTIHL Beer Hall is hosting a full car show and retro-style bash to celebrate the spirit of Route 66! Car Show | $15 per car Registration opens…
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2026 Irish Days Route 66 Celebration in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park/Farmersville Square 513 Elevator St., Farmersville, IL, United StatesJoin us for the 115th Irish Days Celebration, May 28-30th, 2026 in Farmersville & Waggoner! We have live bands, carnival rides, pageants, great food and so much more!! This year we have so much to celebrate! Not only is it the 115th Irish Days, but it is also the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. We…
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Downtown Bloomington 115 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL, United StatesMarket Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held…