Events

Official Route 66 Gingerbread House Contest
Atlanta Public Museum 114 SW Arch Street, AtlantaThe Annual Route 66 Gingerbread House Contest, Sponsored & Hosted by the Atlanta Public Museum during their Christmas in July event, will be held Saturday, June 21, 2025 – Sunday,…
16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Experience
Springfield, IL SpringfieldFollowing a successful Spring Edition in March, the 16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Edition experience continues in Springfield, Illinois on June 6-August 9, 2025. Join us this summer as…
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, SpringfieldIn celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon.…
Chatham Jaycees 50th Annual Sweet Corn Festival
Chatham Community Park 698 S Park Ave, ChathamThe 50th Annual Chatham Sweet Corn Festival is July 18 & 19, 2025. Featuring Live music, food, vendors and children's activities. Featuring a big favorite, the Illinois Championship Cow Chip…
Rumble On 66 at Motorheads & Stadium Smokehouse
The Stadium Smokehouse & Route 66 Motorheads SpringfieldJoin the fun at a two-day, two-venue event! Rockabilly, Psycho Billy, Honky Tonk, Surf Rock, Punk, Rat Rods, Pin Ups, Vintage and all things Cool! July 18th @ Motorheads: Big Sandy and His Fly Right Boys, Union Ave, Folsom Prison Five. (5pm-10:30pm). July 19th @ The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill: 3 On The Tree,…
2025 Pontiac Cruise Nights
Downtown Pontiac 115 W. Howard, PontiacPontiac Cruise Nights are in swing! On Saturday, July 19th, check out the cruise night at its NEW location in Block 59! Cruise Nights for this year will be featuring…
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