Festivals
Events
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Main Street Mingle in Virden
Virden on the Square 175 E Jackson, Virden, IL, United StatesMain Street Mingle season is officially ready for vendor sign-ups — and trust us, this year is going to be BIG. With themed events, our Renaissance edition, and the massive Route 66 Centennial Celebration closing out the season, you’re going to want in on this one. Location: Old Route 66 – Virden Town Square 9…
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2026 Illinois Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesThis two-day festival, May 2nd & 3rd, 2026, is all about family fun on the most famous two-lane highway in America - Route 66. Sponsored by the fifteen communities which make up the 100-mile linear museum from Joliet to Bloomington, the annual festival invites everyone to experience the good life in the slow lane. Each…
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2026 Irish Days Route 66 Celebration in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park/Farmersville Square 513 Elevator St., Farmersville, IL, United StatesJoin us for the 115th Irish Days Celebration, May 28-30th, 2026 in Farmersville & Waggoner! We have live bands, carnival rides, pageants, great food and so much more!! This year we have so much to celebrate! Not only is it the 115th Irish Days, but it is also the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. We…
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McLean County’s Route 66 Progressive Party Weekend – Cruisin’ Through the Century
McLean County Route 66 IL, United StatesExperience the magic of the Mother Road through one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, themed festivals, and family-friendly corn mazes. From interactive scavenger hunts to historic landmarks, our Route 66 Centennial celebrations invite you to connect with the vibrant history and remarkable people that make McLean County a true bucket-list destination. 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Route 66,…
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Lawndale Route 66 Festival/Chicago’s Historic Route 66 Classic Car Show
North Lawndale Ogden Ave 3800 W. Ogden, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Lawndale Route 66 Festival is led by Chicago’s Historic Route 66 Classic Car Show. After 12 successful years, this beloved tradition has grown into something even bigger: the second annual Lawndale Route 66 Festival — presented in partnership with eight incredible community organizations: Chicago's Historic Route 66 Classic Car & Bike Show Lawndale Christian…
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