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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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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 Anniversary Route 66 Chicken, Beer & Dance, organized by Grow Gillespie, invites residents and highway enthusiasts to gather for an evening that nods to the…
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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 Pontiac, IL on Saturday, March 21st, 2026. “We are thrilled to welcome Chris back to Pontiac for another unforgettable show. Forgottonia is a truly unique…
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The Journey of Mollie’s War: WACS and World War II
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesAs JAHM celebrates Women's History Month, the museum will host Cyndee Schaffer - Co-Author and Presenter of this extraordinary look into the history of women in the military, based largely…