24th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival | Springfield, Illinois | Visit Springfield
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September 26, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Fri 6p-10p; Sat 8a-10p; Sun 7:30a-2p

Downtown Springfield
1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701
217-553-5271

Free For Spectators


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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 open
6pm - Cruise night to benefit CRIMESTOPPERS 
8-10pm - Lady Luck (70's, 80's, 90's)

Saturday - September 27

8am - Noon - Onsite Registration open – 630 S. 6th Street; Springfield, IL 62701
8am - 12:30pm - Old Capitol Farmers Market- time to be announced 
11:30am  - 12:30pm - Miss Mother Road contest
1-3pm - The 66 Ramblers (50's & 60's) - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage
3pm - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Burn out contest ( 7th - Washington)  ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage lineup 
5-7pm - Rosie & The Rivets (Rockabilly) - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage
8-10pm - Bon Journeyed (Bon Jovi & Journey) - ISRINGHAUSEN IMPORTS Main Stage 

Sunday -September 28

7:30am - Route 66 Mother Road festival 5K Foot race (Old Capitol plaza) 
Noon - Awards on the main stage