Springfield, IL, the place to be along Route 66 for the Centennial Celebration!
Get your kicks on Route 66 as you bask in the glow of the neon lights at the new IL State Fairgrounds Route 66 Gate 2 Experience and take part in the Route 66 Mural and Wayside Exhibit Trails.
New for 2026, take in the exclusive Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit and David Schwartz Photo Exhibit at The Pharmacy Art Gallery. Explore the Carpenter Park Route 66 Alignment, uncovered after nearly 90 years and ready for you to enjoy.
Enjoy Springfield’s premier summer series for its 17th season, History Comes Alive! Meet the Lincolns at historic sites throughout the city, and learn about their lives in Springfield. Historic portrayals at locations such as the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, the Old State Capitol, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum visitors are invited to become a part of living history.
Foodies can look forward to the History Cooks collection! The Lincoln Home National Historic Site will feature a cooking demonstration that ties in Springfield’s historic past.
Join the IL DNR for free Walk, Hike, and Bike Tours or reserve your spot on a Springfield Walks ghost tour.
Relax and stroll the trails at one of Springfield’s premier outdoor destinations, Lincoln Memorial Garden.
Make your plans and reservations to stay a few days! There is truly something for everyone in Springfield, Illinois.
