Posted in Missouri
August 10, 2017
You Won’t Want To Miss This Awesome Route 66 Festival Happening In Missouri
Springfield’s Birthplace of Route 66 Festival happens this weekend and you won’t want to miss it! This three day event is free and will have classic cars, motorcycles, bands, a run, vendors, food, and fun activities for the kids. This family friendly event helps commemorate Springfield’s role in the creation of America’s Mother Road.
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The parade begins on Friday at 6:30 p.m. The parade will start on the corner of Grant Ave. at College St.

Registration opens at 6:30 a.m. and the race begins at 8 a.m.


With three full days of car shows, you;re sure to find a hot rod that catches your eye.






Be sure to catch the Signature Concert Series featuring Big & Rich with Kassie Ashton, and Three Dog Night.


Find the festival at 100 Park Central Sq., Springfield.
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