The 23rd Annual Illinois Route 66 Mother Road Festival and car show will be taking place in downtown Springfield September 27-29. This is a popular event for the community and will be exciting for car enthusiasts and families. The event also includes live music, Old Capitol Farmers Market, bounce houses for kids, the famous burnout competition, and much more. You don’t want to miss this event!
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Illinois State Museum Seeking Route 66 Stories
Route 66 was an iconic highway that captured the imagination of the American traveler and made for the quintessential road trip. U.S. Highway 66 operated as a federal highway from 1926 until its decommissioning in 1985. In celebration of the historic highway’s 100th anniversary in 2026, the Illinois State Museum is collecting stories from individuals who experienced the Illinois leg of the original Route 66 Mother Road. Learn more here.