Events
Week of Events
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…
Monday, May 12, 2025
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Thursday, May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025 -First 2025 Cruise-In to Docs Just Off 66
First 2025 Cruise-In to Docs Just Off 66
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 classic cars, music, and good company while celebrating the nostalgia of America’s most famous highway. Whether you're showing off your own classic or…
Friday, May 16, 2025
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May 16, 2025 -Ultimate Dog at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Ultimate Dog at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Indianapolis-based Ragamuffins known as "Ultimate Dog" Will be laying down two hours of high-octane psychedelic pop and lo-fi rock and roll. It's a little silly, a little sweet, a little scary, and a little neat.
Saturday, May 17, 2025
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May 17, 2025 -2025 Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
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May 17, 2025 -International Vintage Store Day
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May 17, 2025 -2025 Pontiac Cruise Nights
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May 17, 2025 -Springfield Lucky Horseshoes Second Annual Dinner for the Diamond with Vince Coleman
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May 17, 2025 -Spring Mega Show at Buzz Bomb – Square of the Roots & Casey Joe Collins
2025 Route 66 Main Street Mingle Market
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…
International Vintage Store Day
Join us for the first-ever International Vintage Store Day — a celebration of all things vintage and the independent shops that keep history alive! Mother Road Antique Mall Start your day treasure hunting at Collected and Mother Road Antique Mall on the Historic Carlinville Square. Then cruise up Route 4 to Doc’s Just Off 66…
2025 Pontiac Cruise Nights
Pontiac Cruise Nights are finally here & back in swing! On Saturday, May 17th, check out the first cruise night of the 2025 season 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…
Springfield Lucky Horseshoes Second Annual Dinner for the Diamond with Vince Coleman
Join the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes for a spectacular upscale evening at the Ace Sign Company Sign Museum for the second annual Dinner for the Diamond. Two-time MLB All Star, 1985 National League Rookie of the Year, and St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame Member, Vince Coleman, will be the guest of honor! Walk the red…
Spring Mega Show at Buzz Bomb – Square of the Roots & Casey Joe Collins
Two of Buzz Bomb's favorite artists return for a Spring mega show! Square of the RootsPure Midwestern Americana. What started out as a father son pastime has become a full fledged Americana band. Share the gift of music and may righteousness be on your side! Casey Joe CollinsA steward of the road and custodian of…
Sunday, May 18, 2025
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May 18, 2025 -Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon
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May 18, 2025 -DESTIHL Beer Hall Spring Makers Market
Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon
Join us for the inaugural Lake Lou Yaeger Triathlon in Litchfield, Illinois! With multiple race options available, athletes will kick off with a beach start in the beautiful Lake Lou Yaeger, followed by a scenic bike ride through flat, picturesque country roads. The run portion takes you on a stunning tour of the lake area,…
DESTIHL Beer Hall Spring Makers Market
Join us for our first outdoor market of the '25 season! Shop handmade goods on the brewery lawn—from wood, clay, and glass to textiles, leather, and metal. Discover unique treasures for yourself or to give as gifts! CONFIRMED VENDORS:Fairy Tree Studios - Champaign, ILAdori Tori Designs - Carlock, ILKara Ivey Art - Chillicothe, ILBee…
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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.