SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Missouri governor Mike Kehoe announced at Raven Hail that the City of Springfield has been selected as the host city for the national kickoff of America’s Route 66 Centennial ...

Route 66 centennial events began in Missouri today as national and state leaders outlined upcoming celebrations marking 100 ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A must-stop photo-op is coming for Route 66 fans in Springfield. Springfield city leaders said that artists are designing a major sculpture to honor the Mother Road. It will ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — “Sharing Stories of the Crossroads” is an Ozarks-based history-themed radio show on KICK 92.3 FM & 1340 AM. The show this week talked about the History Museum on the Square’s ...

Springfield, Missouri, has been selected to host the kickoff event for the Route 66 centennial celebration. The event will take place April 30, 2026, and feature a concert, car show and other ...

From a macaroni and cheese festival to iconic rock bands, Springfield has many special events scheduled in 2026.

More: 12th annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival kicks off next month. Here's what to know In addition to the Route 66 Festival, the News-Leader compiled a list of more than 20 events around ...

From California to Illinois, enthusiasts will hit the historic highway in 2026 for yearlong events that honor America’s most iconic road ...

One of Springfield's largest festivals is less than a month away, celebrating the history of The Mother Road. The 12th annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival is Thursday, Aug. 8, through Saturday, Aug ...

In a week, downtown Springfield will be bustling with live music, vintage cars and thousands of travelers who share a common passion: The Mother Road. Springfield's 12th annual Birthplace of Route 66 ...

One of Springfield's largest festivals is less than a month away, celebrating the history of The Mother Road. The 12th annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival is Thursday, Aug. 8, through Saturday, Aug ...