Missouri Route 66 Events 2026

updated 2/14/2026

FEBRUARY

3: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Missouri State Capitol – Jefferson City, MO)

5-6: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Lebanon-Laclede County Library – Lebanon, MO)

8: Director’s Cut – Show Me 66: Main Street Through St. Louis (Missouri History Museum – St. Louis MO)

28: Centennial Social Q&A / Uke 66 (Lebanon-Laclede County Library – Lebanon, MO)

MARCH

14: Roads, River, Rooms and Reels Exhibit (The National Transportation Museum – St. Louis, MO)

24: Centennial Speaker Series: Andrew Speno (Lebanon-Laclede County Library – Lebanon, MO)

APRIL

18: Route 66 Association of Missouri Member Meeting and Elections (Red Cedar Inn – Pacific, MO)

30 (Through May 2): Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Gillioz Theatre – Springfield, MO)

30 (Through May 3): Route 66 National Centennial Kick Off Celebration (Downtown – Springfield, MO)

MAY

1-2: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Gillioz Theatre – Springfield, MO)

3-31: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Cuba Visitors Center – Cuba, MO)

11: Centennial Speaker Series: Scott McCoy (Lebanon-Laclede County Library – Lebanon, MO)

29-31: Route 66 BBQ Battle & Bluegrass Festival (Liberty Field – Pacific, MO)

30: Route 66 Rewind with the Doo Wop Project, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, MO

JUNE

1-30: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Cuba Visitors Center – Cuba, MO)

4-6: Route 66 Summerfest (Downtown – Rolla, MO)

7: Route 66 Cars & Guitars Festival (Downtown – Kirkwood, MO)

13: Edwardsville Route 66 Festival (Downtown – Edwardsville, IL)

20-23: Route 66 Caravan (Miami, OK – Springfield, IL)

JULY

1-31: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Cuba Visitors Center – Cuba, MO)

16: Centennial Speaker Series: Candacy Taylor (Lebanon-Laclede County Library – Lebanon, MO)

AUGUST

1-31: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Cuba Visitors Center – Cuba, MO)

9: Centennial Speaker Series: Dr. T. Lindsay Baker (Lebanon-Laclede County Library – Lebanon, MO)

SEPTEMBER

1-13: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Cuba Visitors Center – Cuba, MO)

16-17: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Red Cedar Inn Museum and Visitor Center – Pacific, MO)

18-20: Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit (Red Oak II – Carthage, MO)

18-20: Route 66 Association of Missouri Annual Motor Tour 2026 (Springfield, MO – Vinita, OK)

26: Maplewood Route 66 Celebration (Downtown – Maplewood, MO)

OCTOBER

16-17: Route 66 Harvest & Boos Festival (Pacific, MO)

TBD: Route 66 Association of Missouri Halloween Party

NOVEMBER

TBD

DECEMBER

TBD: Route 66 Association of Missouri Christmas Party

2025 Motor Tour
Sep
19
to Sep 21

2025 Motor Tour

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Host Hotels-
St.Louis:
Holiday Inn Route 66 SW-
10709 Watson Road
314.821.6600
Reference “Fall Motor Tour Rte66” or Group code *FAL*

Cuba:
Super 8
28 State Hwy P
wyndhamhotels.com

 
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Cancellation & Refund Policy
Our cancellation and refund policy is clearly stated on this page to ensure transparency and fairness for all participants.

  • Full Refund (100%) — if cancellation is received more than 60 days before the event date.

  • Partial Refund (50%) — if cancellation is received 31–60 days before the event date.

  • No Refund — for cancellations received 30 days or less before the event date.

  • Organizer-Initiated Cancellation — if an event must be cancelled by the organizer, a full refund will be automatically issued.

  • Emergencies — cancellations due to emergencies (such as illness) may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Documentation may be required.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing (by email) by the applicable deadline. Approved refunds will be processed within 5–10 business days.

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  • Neon Re-Lighting Ceremonies

    Experience the mesmerizing allure of neon lights that grace our beloved route. We pay tribute to the classic Americana spirit by restoring and illuminating these iconic signs. Join us, and step back in time, basking in the glow that has guided countless travelers through the soul-stirring expanse of Route 66.

  • Walking and Driving Tours

    Embark on an immersive journey through the echoing tales of history, architectural marvels, and cultural landmarks dotting Route 66. Our meticulously curated tours promise a blend of nostalgia, discovery, and awe, each mile unveiling a chapter of the grand narrative that has shaped America's Mother Road.

  • Visits to Business Members

    Our business members are the pulsating heartbeat of Route 66, offering a diverse array of services, artifacts, and experiences. We organize special visits, strengthening the communal bonds and fostering an ecosystem where business and culture flourish in a harmonious dance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
Our cancellation and refund policy is clearly stated on this page to ensure transparency and fairness for all participants.

  • Full Refund (100%) — if cancellation is received more than 60 days before the event date.

  • Partial Refund (50%) — if cancellation is received 31–60 days before the event date.

  • No Refund — for cancellations received 30 days or less before the event date.

  • Organizer-Initiated Cancellation — if an event must be cancelled by the organizer, a full refund will be automatically issued.

  • Emergencies — cancellations due to emergencies (such as illness) may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Documentation may be required.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing (by email) by the applicable deadline. Approved refunds will be processed within 5–10 business days.