25th International Rt 66 Mother Road Festival

September 25-27, 2026

Springfield, Illinois

25th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival - Springfield, Illinois

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Celebrate two milestones with us—the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and the 25th anniversary of our festival! We’re bringing you a huge lineup to mark the occasion.

For the first time ever, we’re offering very limited VIP parking. Standard parking in downtown Springfield is also capped at 1,200 vehicles, so early registration is highly recommended.

You can also add trip insurance, so you don’t have to wait on the weather to make your plans.

This year's festival is once again presented by Recon Techs, Springfield!

*Super Early Bird Registration fee is $39.95 (plus $125 for VIP Parking while spots last) through March 15, 2026.
*Early Bird Registration fee is $45 (plus $125 for VIP Parking while spots last) from March 16-May 15, 2026.
*Pre-registration fee is $50 from May 16- Wednesday, September 21, 2026 at 5pm.(NOTE: Change in close date!)
*After September 21 at 5pm, registration fee is $60 on-site
No refunds on any registration fees.

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Packet Pick-up & Onsite Registration times/dates are as follows:

Thursday, September 24 - 11:30am-6pm
Friday, September 25 - 11am-8pm
Saturday, September 26 - 7am-11am (note the ending time is 1 hour earlier!)

Registration booth is at 630 S 6th Street, Springfield, IL 62701

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