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Featured Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Member
Pontiac, IL
Cold drinks, good music, and that classic small-town bar vibe. Right in the heart of downtown Pontiac, Mill Street Tap is the spot to kick back, meet locals, and keep the night going—especially after exploring Route 66. No frills, just a solid pour and a good time. Located on Mill Street next to the Route 66 Museum, with the legendary Route 66 mural right in our backyard.
316 North Mill Street
Pontiac, IL 61764
(309) 224-2029
Events on Illinois Route 66
Events
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Rare Mary Lincoln Dress on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD – One of the few surviving dresses worn by Mary Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, offering visitors their first chance to see the fragile…
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“Bike Vessel” Movie Screens at the Normal Theater in support of the Town of Normal’s Bicycle Friendly Community Initiative
Normal Theater 209 W North St, Normal, IL, United StatesThe Town of Normal is very excited to be showing Bike Vessel as our 2026 “winter bike movie” on Wednesday, March 18 at 7 p.m. at the Normal Theater. (We’ve…
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Elkhart Historical Society – Route 66’s History & Future – Scott McCoy
Horsefeathers/Wild Hare Cafe 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe 2026 calendar will give many an opportunity to “Get their Kicks on Route 66”, as part of the Mother Road’s 100th anniversary. To help begin the celebration, the Elkhart Historical…
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Gillespie 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken & Beer Dance
Gillespie Civic Center 115 North Macoupin Street, Gillespie, IL, United StatesA milestone in American road history is coming to Gillespie as the town marks Route 66’s 100th anniversary with a Roaring ’20s–themed night of food, music, and dancing. The 100th…
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Chris Vallillo’s Forgottonia at The Eagle Theater in Partnership with The Pontiac Public Library
Eagle Performing Arts Center 319 N Plum St, Pontiac, IL, United StatesThe Pontiac Public Library has received a Creative Projects award from the Illinois Arts Council to bring the new show Forgottonia to the Eagle Center For The Performing Arts in…