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Visit BN McLean County Route 66 Photography Contest
Capture the spirit of Route 66! Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week by entering the Visit BN photography contest. Snap a photo of a McLean County Route 66 location, email it to Visit BN, and you could win dinner for two. Share your love for the Mother Road by May 31st and see if you…
American Giants Weekend 2025 at the American Giants Museum
American Giants Museum is excited to announce American Giants Weekend 2025 at the American Giants Museum (AGM) in Atlanta, IL! Last year’s grand opening was a huge success, so we’re bringing it back—bigger and with more giants! Join us from May 22–26 for a celebration of these roadside legends! What’s in store? Meet Joel Baker…
“Lincoln: Sight, Sound & Touch” New Exhibit Opening at ALPLM
SPRINGFIELD – A new exhibit coming to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will let visitors explore history using their eyes, ears and hands. It transforms images from Lincoln’s life into three-dimensional objects that visitors can touch while listening to audio presentations explaining his accomplishments and enduring legacy. “Lincoln: Sight, Sound & Touch” opens May…
Hop on the Road: A Celebration of Route 66
Hop on the Road: A Celebration of Route 66
Join us for a nostalgic journey down America’s most iconic highway! Hop on the Road: A Celebration of Route 66 brings together classic cars, live music, delicious food, and Route 66-inspired vendors for an unforgettable Memorial Day celebration. From antique cars to muscle machines, the car show will showcase the best of automotive history. Enjoy…
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2025 Irish Days Celebration in Farmersville
Join us at the Center of the Universe for the 114th Irish Days Celebration, May 29-31 in Farmersville! We have live bands, carnival rides, pageants, great food and so much more!!
Lincoln’s “Lost Speech” Mural Dedication
Lincoln’s “Lost Speech” Mural Dedication
On Thursday, May 29 at 5:25 p.m., the Museum will dedicate a mural in downtown Bloomington that will celebrate Lincoln and his famous "Lost Speech." The Illinois 33rd Regimental Band will perform a concert beginning at 4:45 p.m. on the east steps of the Museum. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show with the…
2025 Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series Kick-Off Event
2025 Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series Kick-Off Event
Dates for Levitt AMP Springfield 2025 are set. Starting on Thursday, May 29 - we will be back rocking the block with FREE live music, community and nonstop fun for ten straight weeks through Thursday, July 31, 2025. Get ready for an unforgettable summer! We are thrilled to soon announce the 2025 Levitt AMP Springfield…
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Lunch & Learn: State Farm History with Buck Farley, State Farm’s Archivist
Lunch & Learn: State Farm History with Buck Farley, State Farm’s Archivist
Bring your lunch and join us for never before heard stories about State Farm history on Thursday, June 5, from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. with State Farm Archivist Buck Farley. There is a treasure trove buried underneath State Farm’s corporate headquarters right here in Bloomington, and Buck Farley is in charge of preserving it all!…
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16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Experience
Following a successful Spring Edition in March, the 16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Edition experience continues in Springfield, Illinois on June 6-August 10, 2025. Join us this summer as we bring history to life with our most talented cast of historical reenactors yet! Experience the thrill of Lincoln’s iconic speeches with reenactments at the…
OPLIAM at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
OPLIAM at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Multi-genre musician OPLIAM (opliammusic.com), born and raised in Minneapolis but now resides in Chicago, is a master at pushing musical boundaries. His unique fusion of “Alter-Native Rock” and “Native Americana” has attracted a passionate international fan base. Captivating crowds across Turtle Island, Australia, Hawaii, and New Zealand over the last decade. In April 2024, OPLIAM…
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2025 Logan County Route 66 Garage Sale Days
Route 66 Garage Sale Days! June 13-14-15, 2025 WLCN is your headquarters for the 2025 Route 66 Garage Sale in and around the Lincoln/Logan County Area! The sale takes place the second full weekend in June: Friday, June 13 Saturday, June 14 Sunday, June 15 Click here to register your garage sale to be included on…
Celebration of 66 Fest at World Wide Technology Raceway
Discover Downstate Illinois Tourism has announced the musical line-up of 90’s rock legends Soul Asylum, Cracker and Sponge to headline the Celebration of 66 Fest at World Wide Technology Raceway on June 13-15, 2025. As the kick-off to the Centennial Celebration of Route 66, the music festival will take place alongside the 9th Annual Bommarito…
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U.S. Travel Association’s IPW 2025 in Chicago
U.S. Travel Association's IPW 2025 will be held June 14-18 at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. IPW showcases U.S. suppliers of USA travel products and destinations, and attracts international and domestic travel buyers and journalists representing more than 70 countries. U.S. Travel Association’s IPW provides a valuable in-person platform to conduct business and strengthen relationships around the…
Isle a la Cache Pollinator Party
Isle a la Cache Pollinator Party
Get a head start on celebrating Pollinator Week 2025 at this family-friendly event! Learn about the insects and animals that perform the important task of pollinating plants, especially those that provide us with much of the food we eat. See live bats and learn about their roles in pollination from our friends at Incredible Bats(Opens…
First Annual Elkhart Community Firefly Walk and Picnic
First Annual Elkhart Community Firefly Walk and Picnic
On Saturday, June 14th (rain date June 21st) at 5:30p.m. the community is invited to the Nancy Jane Moore Community Park, located at 109 Stellar St. in Elkhart, Illinois, for a BYO picnic dinner, with time for the children to run and play. If you choose not to take part in the picnic dinner, you can…
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2025 National Pollinator Week Project Wingspan
Pollinator Week is June 16-22, 2025! Project Wingspan Illinois has a call to action to help pollinators. You can make a big difference! Here’s the info: Volunteer to scout native wildflowers and collect native wildflower seeds at a local prairie with Project Wingspan. Illinois has over 30 native wildflower seed collection teams throughout the state. These teams collect from a…
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Goat Yoga | Hosted by: The Twistee Treat Diner
Goat Yoga | Hosted by: The Twistee Treat Diner
Join us for a fun morning of stretching your body and snuggling baby goats! $35 per person. Advance tickets will be available closer to event date.
Jeep Run “Duck Hunt” | Hosted By: The Twistee Treat Diner
Jeep Run “Duck Hunt” | Hosted By: The Twistee Treat Diner
Join us Saturday, June 21st at Twistee Treat Diner as we embark on another "Duck Hunting" adventure, visiting 5 different locations along Old Route 66! We will meet at Twistee Treat at 1PM for registration and start our journey at 2PM. (Should be finished by 5PM) Entry: $5 per person Meet back at the Twistee…
Route 66 Car Cruise Extravaganza! | Hosted by The Twistee Treat Diner
Route 66 Car Cruise Extravaganza! | Hosted by The Twistee Treat Diner
Rev up your engines and cruise on over to the Route 66 Car Cruise Extravaganza! Whether you're a car enthusiast, a collector, or just someone who appreciates the beauty of finely crafted automobiles, this event is for you. Our Car Cruise Extravaganza will feature a stunning array of classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, and…
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2025 Great Race Overnight in Springfield with Public Viewing
2025 Great Race Overnight in Springfield with Public Viewing
The Hemmings Motor News Great Race presented by Coker Tire is a nine-day classic car rally that spans more than 2,300 miles and features 120 of the world’s finest antique automobiles. The event features 17 city stops, including a hosted dinner stop in downtown Springfield, IL on Monday, June 23. The annual event features a different route each year,…
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Official Route 66 Gingerbread House Contest
The Annual Route 66 Gingerbread House Contest, Sponsored & Hosted by the Atlanta Public Museum during their Christmas in July event, will be held Saturday, June 21, 2025 – Sunday, June 29, 2025, with the entries remaining on display for visitors to view from June 30, 2025 - July 31, 2025. Gingerbread Artists of all…
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