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 Upcoming Byway Centennial Celebration & the Illinois Route 66 Experience at the State Fairgrounds

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Granite City, IL

A one-of-a-kind place to meet friends for a great night of board game fun and some amazing coffee! Great selection of board games.

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Novel Idea's Boardgamery
1406 Niedringhaus Ave
Granite City, IL 62040

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Events on Illinois Route 66

  • Area 66 Haunted School Haunts

    Pink Elephant Antique Mall/Twistee Treat Diner 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United States

    OCTOBER 2nd - OCTOBER 31st Fridays & Saturdays Only AREA 66 HAUNTED SCHOOL HAUNTS HOSTED BY: THE PINK ELEPHANT ANTIQUE MALL EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT 7PM - 11PM | $20.00 -PHOTO OPS -MERCH -FREE PARKING TICKETS: area66hauntedschool.fearticket.com Dare to enter the spookiest school in town! Area 66 Haunted School brings chills, thrills, and hair-raising…

  • The Last 100 Miles Festival: A Celebration of the Mother Road in Illinois

    Southwest Illinois Route 66 IL, United States

    There's a party brewing in southwest Illinois. Plan a weekend of festival fun along The Last 100 Miles of Route 66 Oct. 9-10. Local communities are pulling out all the stops to celebrate the centennial of the Mother Road and that includes lots of live music, food and Route 66 memories. Check out these great…

  • 2026 Main Street Mingle in Virden – Route 66 Centennial Edition

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

    Main Street Mingle season is officially ready for vendor sign-ups — and trust us, this year is going to be BIG. With themed events, our Renaissance edition, and the massive…

  • Route 66 Jubelt’s Bakery & Restaurant Celebration

    Jubelt's Bakery & Restaurant 303 N. Old Route 66, Litchfield, IL, United States

    Route 66 Jubelt's Bakery & Restaurant Celebration Celebrating 100 Years of Route 66 Our 104th Anniversary! (44 years on Route 66) Address & Contact: 303 N. Old Route 66, Litchfield…