Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
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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…
Bicycle Illinois Route 66 Ride
Bicycle Illinois is excited to introduce the Route 66 Ride, a new week-long cycling tour traveling from the St. Louis area to Chicagoland along the legendary Old Route 66. This tour is still in development, and registration is not yet open, but riders are encouraged to stay tuned for updates as plans continue to progress.…
Edwardsville Art Fair
The Edwardsville Art Fair is an annual 3 day outdoor juried arts celebration presenting the work of approximately 100 talented local, regional, national, and international artists; local performing arts; live art demonstrations; children’s art gallery; and food and drink vendors. Located in beautiful historic City Park in Edwardsville, Illinois, 25 minutes from St. Louis, Missouri,…
Monday, September 21, 2026
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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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Thursday, September 24, 2026
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September 24, 2026 -Richrath Project REO at Route 66 Motorheads Mother Road Festival Kickoff
Richrath Project REO at Route 66 Motorheads Mother Road Festival Kickoff
This is going to be one for the books! Motorheads proud to be included in the 100 year celebration of the Route 66 Mother Road Festival! We’ll be headlining the…
Friday, September 25, 2026
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September 25, 2026 -Gillespie Fourth Friday September 2026
Gillespie Fourth Friday September 2026
Come on out each Fourth Friday in Gillespie! September 25th will continue the series with another street fair on Chestnut St. between Macoupin & Montgomery. The Lions Club will be selling food on Chestnut, Diskey the Wonder Dog will perform at UCB, and Lumpy’s will have live music. Gillespie downtown will also be open later.…
Saturday, September 26, 2026
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September 26, 2026 - RecurringDowntown Bloomington Farmers Market
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Market 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 seasonally in historic Downtown Bloomington, the market offers a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, and specialty foods—all sourced…
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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