Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Lake Springfield Marina 17 Waters Edge Blvd, Springfield
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Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Step aboard Route 66 SUBMERGED, a 45-minute interpretive boat tour on Lake Springfield that reveals a hidden chapter of America’s most iconic highway. Beneath the surface lies a stretch of Springfield’s original Route 66 alignment, submerged when Sugar Creek was dammed in 1933. Guided by local storytellers this immersive journey blends history, nature, and narrative—offering…
“Main Street of America” Route 66 Centennial Caravan
"Main Street of America" Route 66 Centennial Caravan - bringing people together across 2,448 miles of the most famous road in the world. From California to Illinois on the Mother Road! The complete tour is Friday, June 5th, 2026 - Wednesday, June 24th, 2026. The Illinois portion of the caravan is June 23rd & 24th,…
Monday, June 15, 2026
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Tuesday, June 16, 2026
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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Thursday, June 18, 2026
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June 18, 2026 -Chenoa’s Zip Code Day
Chenoa’s Zip Code Day
Rescheduled to Thursday 6/18/26!! Celebrate a rare, once-a-century event where a Chenoa's post office's 5-digit ZIP code (61726) matches the current calendar date (6/17/26). Celebrate along with our local U.S. Postal Service (USPS) with special postmarks for the occasion. Family fun events are planned at the Library and City Park, including kids activities and a…
Friday, June 19, 2026
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Saturday, June 20, 2026
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June 20, 2026 - RecurringDowntown Bloomington Farmers Market
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June 20, 2026 -2026 Great Race Starting Point in Springfield
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June 20, 2026 -Grand Relaunch Celebration of the Historic Windmill at the Mill Museum on Route 66
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held seasonally in historic Downtown Bloomington, the market offers a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, and specialty foods—all sourced…
2026 Great Race Starting Point in Springfield
The 2026 Great Race starts in Springfield Illinois this year traveling Route 66 all the way to Pasadena California. the event kicks off at the Old State Capitol from 9:30am - 1pm. The race hits Main Street in Collinsville at 4pm and then will overnight there. The Great Race is an antique, vintage, and collector…
Grand Relaunch Celebration of the Historic Windmill at the Mill Museum on Route 66
Come celebrate the grand relaunch of the Historic Windmill at the Mill Museum on Route 66 at 738 St. Washington St., Lincoln, Illinois on Saturday, June 20th, 2026 from 11 am to 3pm. The windmill sails have been rebuilt to provide lighting and motion as they had in the 1940's. This free celebration will feature…
Sunday, June 21, 2026
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