Join the fun, catch the caravan, and celebrate the spirit of Route 66 at The Great Route 66 Centennial Convergence, a once-in-a-lifetime journey down America’s most iconic highway. The adventure kicks off in Chicago on April 11 and makes its way to the Santa Monica Pier by April 30, with stops at 434 of the “best of Route 66,” handpicked by host Wasteland Firebird. You can start whenever, wherever but meet them at the Pier!

Spend April 14–15 exploring the Last Hundred Miles in Illinois, where nostalgia meets the open road. Discover a mix of classic roadside attractions, local favorites, and unforgettable stops along the final stretch of Route 66 in the Land of Lincoln.

Where to stop:

April 14, 2026 : Last Hundred Miles in Illinois
Girard

• Whirl-A-Whip
  
• Turkey Tracks on Route 66

Carlinville

• Carlinvilla Motel

Litchfield

• Sky View Drive-In
  
• Niehaus Cycle Sales
  
• Ariston Cafe
  
• Litchfield Museum & Route 66 Welcome Center

Mount Olive

• Soulsby Service Station

Staunton

• DeCamp Station

Livingston

• Pink Elephant Antique Mall
  Meet Wasteland Firebird at 12 p.m. to ask questions, win prizes, and follow along with the caravan
  

Hamel

• Route 66 Creamery
• Weezy's

Edwardsville

• Wildey Theatre
• West End Service Station

Granite City

• Luna Cafe
• O'Brien Tire & Auto Care
• Old Chain of Rocks Bridge

April 15, 2026: Continue the Journey
Granite City

• Mr. Twist Ice Cream
• It's Electric Neon Sign Park
• Rusty the Giant