Outdoor
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Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Lake Springfield Marina 17 Waters Edge Blvd, Springfield, IL, United StatesStep 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…
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2026 History Comes Alive Summer Experience
Springfield, IL Springfield, IL, United StatesHistory Comes Alive — “Celebrate America — Stories that Built America! Experience the spirit of Lincoln’s hometown, where history comes alive through unforgettable costumed reenactors, Route 66 treasures, and inspiring…
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Downtown Bloomington 115 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL, United StatesMarket 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…
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2026 Great Race Starting Point in Springfield
Old State Capitol 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL, United StatesThe 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…
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Grand Relaunch Celebration of the Historic Windmill at the Mill Museum on Route 66
The Mill on 66 738 S. Washington St., Lincoln, IL, United StatesCome 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…
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