WHERE THE MOTHER ROAD BEGINS

Since 1926

Route 66 defined a remarkable era in our nation’s history – and it lives on today in Illinois' many Route 66 roadside attractions, museums, and restaurants – it's the shining ribbon of blacktop we call 'The Mother Road'.

Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway

Learn more about the Upcoming Byway Centennial Celebration & the Illinois Route 66 Experience at the State Fairgrounds

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Granite City, IL

A one-of-a-kind place to meet friends for a great night of board game fun and some amazing coffee! Great selection of board games.

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Novel Idea's Boardgamery
1406 Niedringhaus Ave
Granite City, IL 62040

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Events on Illinois Route 66

  • Area 66 Haunted School Haunts

    Pink Elephant Antique Mall/Twistee Treat Diner 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United States

    OCTOBER 2nd - OCTOBER 31st Fridays & Saturdays Only AREA 66 HAUNTED SCHOOL HAUNTS HOSTED BY: THE PINK ELEPHANT ANTIQUE MALL EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT 7PM - 11PM | $20.00 -PHOTO OPS -MERCH -FREE PARKING TICKETS: area66hauntedschool.fearticket.com Dare to enter the spookiest school in town! Area 66 Haunted School brings chills, thrills, and hair-raising…

  • 2026 Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference to be held in Springfield for Centennial

    President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 701 E Adams St, Springfield, IL, United States

    Celebrating 100 Years. Elevating the Possibilities! Save the Date: October 8-11, 2026, Click Here to Register! Get ready — the 2026 Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is taking the Mother Road celebration to a whole new level! As Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary, this landmark event will be a premier centennial summit, uniting…

  • The Last 100 Miles Festival: A Celebration of the Mother Road in Illinois

    Southwest Illinois Route 66 IL, United States

    There's a party brewing in southwest Illinois. Plan a weekend of festival fun along The Last 100 Miles of Route 66 Oct. 9-10. Local communities are pulling out all the stops to celebrate the centennial of the Mother Road and that includes lots of live music, food and Route 66 memories. Check out these great…

  • Lincoln Memorial Garden Fall Harvest Festival

    Lincoln Memorial Garden 2301 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, United States

    SOMETHING FUN FOR EVERYONE AT FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL! Enjoy live music, kids activities, vendors and more! October 10, 2026 - October 11, 2026 Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 10am-4pm Lincoln Memorial Garden…

  • 2026 Litchfield Pickers Market Season Finale

    Downtown Litchfield 400 North State Street, Litchfield, IL

    The 2026 Litchfield Pickers Market returns on the second Sunday of each month, May to October, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. This popular regional market features a juried antique sale with live music all day and plenty of street food. You'll also enjoy the adjoining Monroe Street market area with talented artisan and farmers market vendors. Plus,…