Events
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield
Grand Opening Ceremony of the Route 66 Park in Staunton
Route 66 Park 127 East Main Street, StauntonWeek of Events
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 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…
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
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…
2025 Logan County Fair
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…
12th Annual Powerlight Abe Lincoln Car Show Spectacular
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-…
Rt 66 Skyview Drive-In 75th Birthday!
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.…
Monday, July 28, 2025
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July 28, 2025 -Grand Opening Ceremony of the Route 66 Park in Staunton
Grand Opening Ceremony of the Route 66 Park in Staunton
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…
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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July 29, 2025 -Zack Fedor and The Long Goodbyes @ Curve Inn
Zack Fedor and The Long Goodbyes @ Curve Inn
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…
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
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Thursday, July 31, 2025
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Friday, August 1, 2025
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August 1, 2025 -Preserving History, Closing the Financial Gap: A Historic Tax Credit Workshop
Preserving History, Closing the Financial Gap: A Historic Tax Credit Workshop
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…
Saturday, August 2, 2025
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August 2, 2025 -ALPLM Back to School Bash
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August 2, 2025 -Pollinator Palooza at Illinois Art Station
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August 2, 2025 -Young Mr. Lincoln at The Marvel Theatre
ALPLM Back to School Bash
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.…
Pollinator Palooza at Illinois Art Station
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…
Young Mr. Lincoln at The Marvel Theatre
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…
Sunday, August 3, 2025
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August 3, 2025 -Buzz Bomb Fantastical Folk Jam
Buzz Bomb Fantastical Folk Jam
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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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.