Events
Events for September 6, 2025
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
In 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. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was…
Javapalooza 2025
Take the time to smell the coffee in southwest Illinois this fall. Javapalooza returns to coffee shops throughout the Great Rivers & Routes region Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, showcasing great brews, a Latte Art Competition and the popular Coffee Connoisseur giveaway. A total of 16 participating coffee shops will serve up a signature Javapalooza…
Down on the Farm with Yogi and Friends
Get ready for a barn-load of fun here at Rustic Acres Jellystone Park™! Spend the weekend enjoying farm-themed games, crafts, and activities with Yogi Bear™, Cindy Bear™, and Boo Boo™.…
3rd Annual Route 66 UFO Festival
Mark your calendars! Our 3rd Annual Route 66 UFO Festival & 5K Alien Chase are officially on the books! Fun for all ages for THREE WHOLE DAYS! Check out the…
Yea Big’s Neuroplasticity featuring Nonlinear Field and Gerrit Hatcher and Erez Dessel
The McLean County Museum of History is pleased to host local musician Stefen Robinson, who performs at Yea Big, for a Neuroplasticity concert on Saturday, September 6 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) and the performance will be held in the Museum’s second floor courtroom. All proceeds benefit the performing…
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Event postings are limited to events held in Route 66 communities in Illinois, and are a benefit to members of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway.