Events

2022 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…
Elkhart Historical Society Wildflower Nature Walks
Elkhart Cemetery - Gillett Chapel 8 Governor's Dr., ElkhartThe Elkhart Historical Society is delighted to announce its April events, starting with the much- anticipated Wildflower Nature Walks, each Saturday in April. (2nd ,9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th ). This includes a 10a or 2p walk each Saturday, weather permitting, by reservation only. It is exciting to see the progression of the various flowering…
2022 Cool Cruisers Cruise Ins at Motorheads
Route 66 Motorheads Bar-Grill-Museum 600 Toronto Rd, SpringfieldJoin the Cool Cruisers at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar, Grill, & Museum for the 2022 cruise-in season! The Cool Cruisers are a group of Central Illinois car enthusiasts who enjoy having cruise ins to show off their cars and gathering to share stories and kick a few tires. They have several events this year at Motorheads and…
Elkhart Public Library Route 66 Monarch Flyway Community Event
Elkhart Public Library 121 E. Bohan Street, ElkhartElkhart Public Library and the Elkhart community are hosting an event on 4/30/22. Bluebell and bird tours, live music, plant sales, antique tractors, and Conn's new shop Elkhart Station now open. Additional vendors - TBD. The Library is holding a children's class on Seeds, planting seeds in the Flyway, and giving away native plant seed…
Elkhart’s Spring Fling – Merchants – Craft Vendors – Live Music – Antique Tractors & More
Downtown Elkhart 103-104 Governor Oglesby St, ElkhartElkhart’s Spring Fling day-long event will feature plenty of activities including guided bird and nature walks, a plant sale, antique tractors, live music, and vendors, all set up on main street. The event is focused on bringing communities together, connecting neighbors, and highlighting the charms of small rural communities. Attendance helps support community projects through…
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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.