Events

Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway

Ongoing

2023 Route 66 Drive In Movie Season

Route 66 Drive In 1700 Recreation Dr, Springfield

The 2023 Route 66 Drive In movie season is From May 19th - October 21st. Visit https://www.route66-drivein.com/films for updates. Updated list of upcoming shows: 

2023 Springfield Lucky Horseshoes Baseball

Robin Roberts Stadium 1415 N Grand Ave E., Springfield

While the history of baseball in Springfield dates back to 1925, this iteration of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes franchise was founded in 2008 as the Springfield Sliders. Following a championship…

Village of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts

Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook

The Village of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts are back! Bring your chairs, blankets, and refreshments to the Roger C. Clark Performing Arts Center behind Town Center for FREE outdoor…

Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series 4th Season

Downtown Springfield Inc. 3 W Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield

Free, live music for all in the heart of downtown Springfield! Join us on the North Mansion Block every Thursday night for music, food, local vendors, and good vibes all…

Springfield’s History Comes Alive 14th Season

Springfield, IL Springfield

This summer History Comes Alive returns for its 14th Season as Abraham and Mary Lincoln lead a cast of characters on a trip back in time! Meet the Lincolns at…

Storytime at the Bolingbrook Historical Museum

Bolingbrook Historical Museum 444 E Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook

Spark your imagination with stories, songs, fun and a take-home craft. After this drop-in storytime, stick around to explore the museum and learn more about our village. Storytime includes free…

Cars & Guitars on 66!

Rialto Square Theatre 102 North Chicago Street, Joliet

Cars & Guitars on 66! This family friendly FREE event is gonna Rev’em up and Rock’ on to the sounds of the JunkYard Dawgs! Located in the VanBuren Street Plaza…

Route 66 Experience Kick-off Party and Lighting Ceremony

Illinois State Fairgrounds 801 E. Sangamon Ave., Springfield

Relive the Journey and Experience the Legends! - In partnership with the Illinois State Fairgrounds, Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway, Ace Sign Co., Visit Springfield, and Enjoy Illinois. Join us…

Lincoln, Race and American Freedom Free Event July 26 at ALPLM

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Abraham Lincoln’s 1860 presidential campaign was more than one man’s run for higher office. It was also an attempt to block a political scheme threatening to spread…

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