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 3rd Fridays in Downtown Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln 101 North Chicago St, Lincoln

The City of Lincoln is hosting Third Fridays Downtown is a free, family-friendly, Summer event series that offers fun, entertainment, and affordable food options for the entire community.  The only…

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 concerts all summer long. Concerts are scheduled for Wednesday nights starting May 31st and running through September 6th. Music begins at 7:30pm! Click HERE for a printable…

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…

McLean County Museum of History’s Futures in History Camp

McLean County Museum of History/Cruisin' with Lincoln 66 Visitors Center 200 N. Main Street, Bloomington

Are you looking for a fun and unique opportunity for your kiddos this summer? Then look no further than the McLean County Museum of History’s Futures in History Camp! Registration…

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…

Wing’d Rider Rally 2023

Niehaus Cycle Sales 718 Old Route 66 North, Litchfield

Please join Illinois Wing'd Rider at the very FIRST WING'D RIDER Rally at Niehaus Cycle Sales in Litchfield, IL. There will be Vendors, Promotions, Attractions and Activities galore! Wing'd Riders…

NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend

Buckingham Fountain 301 S Columbus Dr., Chicago

NASCAR's most premier race weekend will be taking place on the streets of Downtown Chicago, July 1-2, 2023. The Chicago Street Race Weekend will provide a luxury race experience with…

Atlanta 4th of July Cruise-in on Route 66

Downtown Atlanta 114 SW. Arch St, Atlanta

Join us for a cruise-in on Route 66! The location will be on Arch Street, between Race and Vine Street. Chubby's Bar & Grill will have a cruise-in burger special.…

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