Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Lake Springfield Marina 17 Waters Edge Blvd, Springfield
GROW Gillespie Fourth Friday August: Cottage Core Street Fair
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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…
Lincoln, Illinois Balloons Over 66 Weekend 2026
The Balloons Over 66 Weekend in Lincoln, Illinois, is August 28–29, 2026, including hot air balloon flights and night glows for this year's 100th Route 66 anniversary celebration. The festival spans multiple locations in Lincoln, combining aerial entertainment with community traditions. The Balloon Glow & Flights: on Illinois Route 10. The weekend features localized balloon…
5th Annual Route 66 Centennial UFO Festival
ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL UFO FESTIVAL Saturday, August 29th 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday, August 30th 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Rain or shine. The truth is out there… and it’s landing in Livingston, IL! Join us for our 5th Annual UFO Festival & 5K Alien Chase, a two-day celebration of all things extraterrestrial, featuring…
2026 Abraham Lincoln National Railsplitting Festival
The Abraham Lincoln National Railsplitting Festival a free annual event held at the Postville Courthouse State Historic Site and the VFW on 5th Street in Lincoln, Illinois. The next festival takes place on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm daily, as a major part of the Balloons…
Monday, August 24, 2026
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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Thursday, August 27, 2026
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Friday, August 28, 2026
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August 28, 2026 -GROW Gillespie Fourth Friday August: Cottage Core Street Fair
GROW Gillespie Fourth Friday August: Cottage Core Street Fair
Bring your family and friends for a night out in town at the Cottage Core Street Fair, part of Gillespie's Fourth Fridays series. Enjoy local artisans, restaurant specials, and local…
Saturday, August 29, 2026
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August 29, 2026 -2026 WeatherTech Berwyn Rt. 66 Car Show
2026 WeatherTech Berwyn Rt. 66 Car Show
The WeatherTech Berwyn Rt. 66 Car Show returns on August 29, 2026. Sponsored by Paisans Pizzeria and Bar. We look forward to having everyone back on the mother road and…
Sunday, August 30, 2026
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