Cruisin’ Through The Century: Celebrating 100 Years of Route 66 in McLean County

The Cruisin’ Through The Century party weekend brings themed celebrations to each of McLean County’s Route 66 communities over a spectacular two-day event. Dance, play, and celebrate in style as each community honors a decade of road-trip culture.

Chenoa — 1920s: Flapper dance contest and vintage downtown fun (Saturday, June 6 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)
Lexington — 1930s: Big band music and lawn games at The Castle (Saturday, June 6 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.)
Towanda — 1940s: Swing into the 40s with classic activities (Saturday, June 6 from 3:00-6:00 p.m.)
Normal — 1950s: Retro roadside picnic for all ages (Sunday, June 7 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.)
Bloomington — 1960s: Groovy square party with live music and a BIG surprise (Saturday, June 6 from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.)
Shirley/Funks Grove — 1970s: Tie-dye fun on the Funks Grove property (Sunday, June 7 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.)
McLean — 1980s: Village square celebration with music, food, and a classic car parade (Sunday, June 7 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.)

For details about all the centennial season activities in McLean County, including a countywide scavenger hunt, interactive chalkboard walls, special photo ops, and more, check out visitbn.org/centennial!