Events
Downtown Bloomington – First Friday
Downtown Bloomington 115 E Washington St, BloomingtonFirst Friday is an event held each month on, you guessed it, the First Friday of the month in Downtown Bloomington from 5 PM -8 PM! First Friday is an opportunity to shop late at local participating businesses, see what's new in the local galleries, and cap it all off with a bite to eat…
2023 Old Joliet Prison Tours
Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St, JolietThe Old Joliet Prison tour program is primarily managed by the Joliet Area Historical Museum, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit entity, in partnership with the City of Joliet. The proceeds from activities will be used to expand the Museum’s mission to preserve and disseminate the history of Joliet, as well as to fund much-needed measures to secure and stabilize…
2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park 513 Elevator St., Farmersville2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in May. These are Outdoor Markets on Farmersville's Charming Square - 9am-3pm, May 13th, June 10th, Sept 9th, Oct 14th Small businesses coming together creating an outdoor shopping experience featuring live entertainment, food, children's activities and vendor shopping. Grab your family and friends and come enjoy the charm of our…
2023 Litchfield Pickers Market
Downtown Litchfield 400 North State Street, LitchfieldThe Litchfield Pickers Market will return Every Second Sunday of the Month: May to October (Exact 2022 dates are May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10, and…
2023 Litchfield Skyview Movie Season
Litchfield Skyview Drive-In 1500 Old Rte 66 N, LitchfieldThe 2023 Litchfield Skyview movie season is From May 18th - October 21st. Visit https://litchfieldskyview.com/schedule for updates. Updated list of upcoming shows: Barbie Barbie August 18 & 19 with Magic Mike Barbie Party: August 25 & 26 We will be having a Barbie Party! Live Barbies from 7-8:30 Giveaways and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBk4NYhWNMM Teenage Mutant Ninja…
2023 Route 66 Drive In Movie Season
Route 66 Drive In 1700 Recreation Dr, SpringfieldThe 2023 Route 66 Drive In movie season is From May 19th - October 21st. Visit https://www.route66-drivein.com/films for updates. Updated list of upcoming shows:
Twistee Treats/Pink Elephant Antique Mall Car Cruise-Ins
Pink Elephant Antique Mall 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., LivingstonEvery other Saturday in August and September from 5pm-8pm are Twistee Treats/Pink Elephant Antique Mall Car Cruise-Ins! Dates are: August 5th (with The Whiskey River Band) August 19th September 2nd…
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market
Downtown Pontiac 115 W. Howard, PontiacThe Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market is an "eat fresh, eat local" market where everything sold is grown, produced, or created locally! Join us weekly on the courthouse lawn for fresh…
Javapalooza
Edwardsville, Litchfield, Staunton, Granite City ILTake your sweet time to savor the smells, revel in the flavors – and immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant coffee culture of the Great Rivers and Routes region.…
Volunteer for Project Wingspan – Collect Seeds – Save Pollinators!
Lincoln Memorial Garden 2301 E Lake Shore Dr, SpringfieldVolunteer for Project Wingspan! Collect Seeds! Save Pollinators! Pollinator Partnership’s Project Wingspan has never been stronger! Join one of 30 teams of trained, certified native wildflower seed collectors to harvest seeds…
2023 Dwight Harvest Days & Basset Waddle Weekend
GABR Park 413 West Waupansie Street, DwightThe Dwight Harvest Days & Basset Waddle Weekend includes a craft show, flea marker, parade, bags tournament, axe throwing, carnival, canine in the clouds show, car show, and best food booths around. Grab your friends and family for some fun entertainment. The Paradise Bash and Waddle will be our 26th and what a fundraiser event…
2023 International Route 66 Mother Road Festival
Downtown Springfield #1 Old State Capitol Plaza, SpringfieldThe 22nd Annual Route 66 Mother Road Festival is September 22-24, 2023. The cars, the music, the fun and nostalgia that Route 66 has brought to generations will return for…
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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.