Route 66 Birthday Bash & Self-Drive Guide ๐ด๐ง
Did you know Route 66 is turning 100 in 2025? This 4,000+ km highway stretching across the US is gearing up for a year-long celebration! Hereโs your ultimate self-drive guide ๐โจ ๐ Centennial Festivities Highlights Springfield, MO (April 30-May 2, 2026): Concerts, vintage car shows, parades, fireworks ๐, and food trucksโperfect for a nostalgic road trip! Santa Monica, CA to Chicago, IL (Jan 3-12, 2026): Join "The Drive Home VII" cross-state caravan ending at Detroit Auto Show ๐๐จ. Eight-State Centennial Caravan (All 2026): A year-long journey through historic towns, with pop-up memorials and events ๐. 17-City Retro Rally (June 20-28, 2026): Watch 130 classic cars (1911-1974 models) race through cities, with interactive fan zones ๐. ๐๏ธKingman, AZ & Flagstaff, AZ (Year-Round/June 6): Educational programs, historic preservation, and family-friendly festivals with chalk art and vintage vibes ๐จ. Albuquerque & Santa Rosa, NM (Seasonal/Year-Round): Art installations, AR experiences, and community celebrations ๐ต. #RoadTripAdventure and #Route66 magic #USATravel