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…
“Route 66: Main Street of America” Documentary Film by John Paget World Premier in Illinois
Route 66: The Main Street of America will premiere as a moving celebration: a cross-country film screening tour down Historic Route 66. Partnering with local entities along the historic highway (Main Street programs, downtown associations, tourism bureaus and chambers of commerce), we’ll screen the film at 40+ events at select drive-ins and historic theaters from Chicago to…
Monday, September 7, 2026
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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September 8, 2026 -Route 66: Main Street of America – Motorheads in Springfield IL
Route 66: Main Street of America – Motorheads in Springfield IL
Celebrate the centennial of a truly legendary highway with a special screening of ROUTE 66: THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA—a powerfully moving new feature-length documentary that follows the road, sharing unforgettable stories of the people and towns we meet along the way.From unexpected roadside attractions to revitalized main streets, each encounter reveals communities finding new life…
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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September 9, 2026 -Route 66: Main Street of America – Skyview Drive In, Litchfield IL
Route 66: Main Street of America – Skyview Drive In, Litchfield IL
Get your kicks on Route 66 with an awesome movie about the Mother Road From the mind of John Paget, come out to the Drive-In to see "Route 66 The Main Street of America" a chronicle depicting and showcasing Route 66. From their website: Route 66: The Main Street of America will premiere as a…
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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Friday, September 11, 2026
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
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September 12, 2026 -2026 September Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
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September 12, 2026 -PaintFest in Normal
2026 September Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
2026 Small Town Dreamers Market on the Square in Farmersville, IL Hosted by @shoptherootedhome “Let’s root for each other & watch each other grow.” 2026 Dates September 12th 9am-1pm Vendors-Live Music-Food We are located just a couple minutes off of I-55, exit 72, on Farmersville’s charming square. You will find us on Elevator St right…
PaintFest in Normal
Introducing PaintFest! A collaboration between Strong Towns Blono, Derp Enterprises, & Normandy Village made possible by support from BLICK Art Materials, VisitBN, and Town of Normal. Saturday, September 12 8:30am Artist Load In 9:00am Live Painting Starts 10:00am-4:00pm PaintFest Open to the General Public (Free admission. No registration required.) Artist Vendors - 10:00am-4:00pm Bay Area Mexicana…
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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September 13, 2026 -2026 Litchfield Pickers Market
2026 Litchfield Pickers Market
The 2026 Litchfield Pickers Market returns on the second Sunday of each month, May to October, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. This popular regional market features a juried antique sale with live music all day and plenty of street food. You'll also enjoy the adjoining Monroe Street market area with talented artisan and farmers market vendors. Plus,…