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Following a successful Spring Edition in March, the 16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Edition experience continues in Springfield, Illinois on June 6-August 9, 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… 
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was… 
The Logan County Fair Association welcomes you to "Illinois' Cleanest and Best County Fair." This year, we are celebrating our 89th Logan County Fair. All of our fair events begin on Sunday, July 27th and continue through Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. Please come join us and enjoy our wide variety of events. 2025 Music Night…
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Join us for the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Route 66 Park in Staunton, Illinois! Location: Route 66 Park, 127 East Main Street, Staunton, IL Date: Monday, July 28th Time: 2:00 PM Come celebrate the legacy of America’s most iconic highway and the start of an exciting new chapter for our community. The event will… |
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Hey all! The boys are back in town and we have only one night to make up for a lot of lost time! Zack Fedor and The Long Goodbyes are prepping for the release of their 2nd album and have a lot of new grooves to share! Tyler Landess is back in central Illinois after… |
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Get ready for a great weekend of Stars, Cars and great memories with the POWERLIGHT ABE LINCOLN CAR SHOW SPECTACULAR August 1st-2nd at Cherry Hills Church! Lots of NEWS! AIR DEMO- Saints Flight will do a flyover and landing plus the pilots will pick their favorite vehicle for the SAINTS FLIGHT AWARD ! NATIONAL ANTHEM-… 
August 1st and 2nd we'll be celebrating our 75th birthday in style!!! We will be showing Bad Guys 2, we'll have a fireworks show on Aug 2nd, special treats and all kinds of fun!It says a lot about a business to be around for 75 years and we sure are proud to tell people that.…
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Join Downtown Springfield, Inc. (DSI) for an engaging 2-hour, in-person workshop designed for property owners, developers, municipal leaders, and community advocates who want to unlock the potential of historic buildings. Following the workshop, Project 1:1s will take place, allowing attendees to bring project details and receive onsite input. Lunch will be provided, along with time… |
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Anyone who thinks learning is boring clearly hasn’t been to the ALPLM’s Back to School Bash! Join our education team and community partners in Union Square Park on Saturday, August 2, from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for a fun filled, hands-on day of games and learning as we get pumped to start the upcoming school year.…
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Pollinators like bees, butterflies, moths, and beetles are crucial to our ecosystem, helping produce nearly a third of the food we eat and sustaining over 80% of flowering plants. Celebrate their importance at the Pollinator Palooza on Saturday, August 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Illinois Art Station in Normal, IL. Hosted…
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Step Back in Time at the Marvel Theatre! Join us Saturday, August 2 at 1:00 PM for an afternoon of history, storytelling, in the cool, nostalgic comfort of Carlinville’s Marvel Theatre. We’re rolling out the red carpet for a FREE screening of the timeless film Young Mr. Lincoln—a stunning black-and-white tribute to the early years… |
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Featuring both kinds of music, Country AND Western...haha just kidding! Folk, Americana, Bluegrass, and sure Country too. Bring your own instruments and let's have a folkin' good time. |
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The Illinois State Fair returns for 2025, August 7 - 17, with an all star concert lineup and the return of a new Route 66 presence. Grandstand Events (Gates open 1 hour prior to the show) - Friday, August 08, 8:00 PM Jake Owen with Jo Dee Messina Saturday, August 09, 8:00 PM The Black…
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Prairie Adventure for families on August 7, 2025 from 6:30pm-7:30pm at First Baptist Church of Bloomington. Registration Required. |
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The First Annual Fairytale Flea Market, is August 8th-10th at Historic Route 66 Flea Market in Granite City, partnering with Pappys Castle & Divine Dragon and other local artists! There's a $5 suggested donation entry, with ALL monies collected going to the Veterans Advocacy Foundation and the Illinois Center for Autism (ICA). Hours for the… |
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The Small Town Dreamers Market was founded in 2020 by Cassie & Brad Rovey, of The Rooted Home. "We were in the midst of renovations of the Opera House to make way for the storefront. During this time I began my business with a Facebook Live Sale and it went over better than expected. Since…
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The Springfield Legends Classic is back at Robin Roberts Stadium on Saturday, August 9th 2025! Former Chicago Cub and Former STL Cardinal AND other former MLB All-Stars! VIP Meet & Greets are available which grants access to ALL the legends in attendance, on both teams, and you'll be able to get autographs, and take photos!… |
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Friday, August 15th, Rubber Biscuit makes their debut at Curve Inn for their South Side Fair with our friends Soul Experience! Fronted by powerhouse vocals and wailing harmonica, Rubber Biscuit bring the iconic Blues Brothers energy with a fierce female twist, high-octane rhythm, soul-blasting horn section, and a whole lotta sass. We don’t just pay… |
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The Joliet Area Historical Museum is proud to announce the Joliet Hall of Pride Induction Ceremony, celebrating the outstanding individuals whose enduring dedication and service have shaped the Joliet community. The event will honor inductees from 2023, 2024, and 2025, and will take place on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the Joliet Area Historical Museum,… |
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Join local Springfield legend Frank Parker for a jazz jam night AND featuring jambalaya (and other food) from A Taste of Seoul! Buzz Bomb now has cocktails and wine in addition to beer too. Show is free and musicians welcome to sit in. Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year, including Tuesday… |
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Pontiac Cruise Nights are in swing! On Saturday, August 16th, check out the cruise night at its NEW location in Block 59! Cruise Nights for this year will be featuring our new hosts; Dustin & Donna Cook and the Twizted Machinez Car & Truck Club with the return of JD's DJ Service! The National Anthem…
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The August Monthly Summer Cruise-In at Docs Just Off 66 in Girard is coming right up - Shiny Rides & Soda Fountain Vibes! Join us at Docs Just Off 66 for our monthly Classic Car Cruise-Ins, where vintage rides, great food, and a love for Route 66 come together! Enjoy a fun evening filled with… |
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Lincoln has had a long history with Hot Air Ballooning beginning with the Art and Balloon Festival that began in 1988. Later the Balloon Festival was separated from the Art Festival and continued on until 2017. In 2019, Balloons Over 66 began. As with the Art and Balloon Festival, balloon pilots travel from around the…
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The Elkhart Historical Society is delighted to announce the return of the Executive Director of the Dana-Thomas House Foundation, Lee-Ann Burgener. Welcome her to the podium on Friday August 22, 2025, with a presentation on “The Dana Thomas House; How a Logan County Name Became a Legacy”. A captivating speaker, Burgener researches her subjects with… |
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Participants can get their kicks on Route 66 in this crowd-favorite 6.6k (4.1-mile) run/walk from Funks Grove to McLean on Saturday, August 23, 2025! Registrants receive a super-soft cotton t-shirt with this year’s unique design, brunch and drink tickets, a commemorative shot glass, and other gifts from sponsors. After the run/walk, there will be a…
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Welcome 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. Join us on the Fourth Saturday of the month, 9am-3pm from April to October. In the heart of Virden, the Route 66 Main Street Mingle… |
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South Side Blues, West Side Blues, West Coast Blues, Memphis Blues, Delta Blues, St. Louis Blues, Piedmont Blues. Whatever kind of deep blues ya got. Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year, including Tuesday Happy Hour, Friday Happier Happy Hour, Handmade Trivia, Music Bingo, Buzz Bomb Board Games, Brew Ha Ha Comedy… |
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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.