History
Fat Ass 5K & Street Party for Charity
Historic Downtown Springfield 117 S 7th Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesThe Fat Ass 5K & Street Party for Charity was invented on a napkin at Celtic Mist Pub on St. Patrick’s Day in 2008. The race route runs through Downtown Springfield, Illinois. We have donated over $2 million since 2008. The race includes beer, corn dog, donut, and ice cream stops along with live music…
Dinner on the Diamond
Robin Roberts Stadium 1415 N Grand Ave E., Springfield, IL, United StatesJoin the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes for a spectacular evening under the stars at our ‘Dinner on the Diamond’ event, where history meets the baseball diamond. Chicago Cubs legend and Hall of Famer Fergie Jenkins will be the distinguished guest of honor for this unforgettable experience that combines a night of elegance and the rich history…
3rd Thursday Twistee Treat Diner Car Cruise-Ins
Pink Elephant Antique Mall 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United StatesCome out every 3rd Thursday 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm May - October for our Twistee Treat Diner Car Cruise-Ins at the Pink Elephant Antique Mall complex. Free to enter your vehicle. 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes. All makes & models are welcome. 2024 Dates: May 16 | June 20 | July 18 | August…
Grand Re-opening of Shea’s Gas Station on Route 66
Shea’s Gas Station and Museum 2075 N. Peoria Road, Springfield, IL, United StatesSpringfield, IL - Experience the revival of a nostalgic piece of history along Route 66 in Springfield! Shea's Gas Station Museum, once a Texaco and later Marathon gas station from…
American Giants Museum Grand Opening Events on Memorial Day Weekend
American Giants Museum 100 NW Arch Street, Atlanta, IL, United StatesFeatured activities on Friday, May 24, include the arrival and installation of a 24' tall Texaco Big Friend giant, one of only six remaining from the original 300 produced by…