Events

One Hundred Years of Route 66
UIC Great Cities Institute 412 S. Peoria St. Suite 400, Chicago, I, United StatesJoin students from the University of New Mexico (UNM) Community and Regional Planning Capstone Studio for a discussion of the history, development, and impact on communities of Historic Route 66—the…
“How Raccoons Saved Illinois from Canada, and Other Frontier Tales” – Janet Roney
Elkhart Christian Church’s Fellowship Community Center 206 S. Gillett St., Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe Elkhart Historical Society is excited to introduce Janet Roney as the featured speaker for our Friday, April 25th dinner lecture. Her presentation, "How Racoons Saved Illinois from Canada, and Other…
Jaw Knee Vee at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Buzz Bomb Brewing 406 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesKicking spring off with some psychedelic surf rock! Jaw Knee Vee is a one man band from Duluth Minnesota. He describes his music as "Deep fried Lo-fi rawkabilly punk blues…
2025 Elkhart Historical Society Wildflower Nature Walks with Biology Professor Tony Rothering
Elkhart Cemetery - Gillett Chapel 8 Governor's Dr., Elkhart, IL, United StatesPerhaps Punxsutawney Phil was correct in his prediction for more winter, but soon that will give way to a gentler weather pattern. The beauty of spring wildflowers accompanies the bird…
2025 Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
Virden on the Square 175 E Jackson, Virden, IL, United StatesWelcome to Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market: More than a Market, It's a Movement. Discover the heart and soul of Virden, Illinois, nestled along the iconic Old Route 66.…
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Event postings are limited to events held in Route 66 communities in Illinois, and are a benefit to members of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway.