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Save the date! The cars, the music, the fun and nostalgia that Route 66 has brought to generations will return for a 24th year, rolling into historic downtown Springfield September 26th - 28th. Presented by Recon Techs.
Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates in the new year!!
2025 Schedule
Thursday – September 25
11:30am - 6pm - Onsite Registration open
Friday - September 26
11am - 8pm - Onsite Registration open6pm - Cruise night to benefit CRIMESTOPPERS 8-10pm - Lady Luck (70's, 80's, 90's)
Saturday - September 278am - Noon - Onsite Registration open – 630 S. 6th Street; Springfield, IL 627018am - 12:30pm - Old Capitol Farmers Market- time to be announced 11:30am - 12:30pm - Miss Mother Road contest1-3pm - The 66 Ramblers (50's & 60's) - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage3pm - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Burn out contest ( 7th - Washington) ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage lineup 5-7pm - Rosie & The Rivets (Rockabilly) - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage8-10pm - Bon Journeyed (Bon Jovi & Journey) - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage
Sunday -September 287:30am - Route 66 Mother Road festival 5K Foot race (Old Capitol plaza) Noon - Awards on the main stage