Great Rivers & Routes

Great Rivers & Routes The official tourism portal to Great of Southwest Illinois! Your new favorite getaway starts here: http://RiversAndRoutes.com . Talk to us!
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Searching for something fun to do that's out of the ordinary? Something adventurous that will get your adrenaline pumping? Or maybe you need a nice, quiet and relaxing getaway? Whether you're looking for a vacation, a daycation or a staycation, look no further than the Great Rivers & Routes of Southwest Illinois. Plan your trip today and explore! For trip ideas, lodging deals, restaurants and attr

actions, visitor guides and much more, go to Riversandroutes.com. Have a question or want to leave a review? We encourage open, lively conversation and we promise to:
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We’ve been nominated! ✨ The 2026 Scenic Byway Award nominations are in and our Last 100 Miles Route 66 communities and b...
09/04/2026

We’ve been nominated! ✨

The 2026 Scenic Byway Award nominations are in and our Last 100 Miles Route 66 communities and businesses have been recognized. And we need your vote to bring home the gold! 🛣️🚗🏆

Vote now through Monday, Sept. 14 here: https://bit.ly/BywayAwardNominations2026

We can’t wait to see which attractions, businesses and communities get top honors!

Ready. Set. Vote!🚦

📸: Manuel S. Herrera

❗️Javapalooza Stoplight Alert ❗️Start your Javapalooza coffee trail at Blackbird Bakery + Café in Staunton with their Ja...
09/04/2026

❗️Javapalooza Stoplight Alert ❗️

Start your Javapalooza coffee trail at Blackbird Bakery + Café in Staunton with their Javapalooza drink special!

Their Honey Lavender Latte is sweet, soothing and made with purpose! The Honey Latte with Lavender Cold Foam adds a floral twist to your coffee break while showing support for those on the journey of recovery. Purple symbolizes recovery, making this sip extra meaningful during Javapalooza.

While you’re there, stick around for a fun scavenger hunt throughout the coffee shop and see if you can spot some coffee-themed goodies! 🔎

And don’t forget to vote for your favorite Javapalooza specialty drink! 🏆☕

https://www.riversandroutes.com/events/javapalooza/

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey along the Mother Road with filmmaker John Paget at the film premiere of Route 66:...
09/03/2026

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey along the Mother Road with filmmaker John Paget at the film premiere of Route 66: The Main Street of America! Tickets available for both showings in Litchfield and Edwardsville🎬

📍 Sept. 9: Rt 66 Skyview Drive-In; Litchfield IL
📍 Sept. 10: The Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville

Celebrate the centennial of this legendary road and discover the stories, people and legacy that live along Route 66. 🛣️✨

https://www.riversandroutes.com/events/route-66-the-main-street-of-america-film-premier-at-the-route-66-skyview-drive-in/

https://www.riversandroutes.com/events/route-66-the-main-street-of-america/

Catch the sunset and soak up the good vibes at the first September Sunsets Series at the Alton Amphitheater this Friday ...
09/02/2026

Catch the sunset and soak up the good vibes at the first September Sunsets Series at the Alton Amphitheater this Friday night! 🌅

🎸 Matt "The Rattlesnake" Lesch will rock the Amphitheater while 🌭 Rollin Dogs Food Truck serves up the good stuff. Add a gorgeous riverfront sunset, great music and an unbeatable atmosphere, and you’ve got the perfect Friday night!
Come enjoy the magic of sunset on the Alton riverfront! ✨🌅

https://www.riversandroutes.com/events/september-sunset-series-featuring-matt-the-rattlesnake-lesch/

10 days until Craft Beverage Festival 2026… but who’s counting?! 👀With 20+ vendors and 50+ samples, this is one celebrat...
09/02/2026

10 days until Craft Beverage Festival 2026… but who’s counting?! 👀

With 20+ vendors and 50+ samples, this is one celebration you won’t want to miss! We’re raising a glass to the talented regional makers who put their heart and soul into crafting incredible food, drinks and coffee for everyone to enjoy. 🍷☕🍴

Tickets are going fast, so grab yours today! 🎟️

https://www.riversandroutes.com/things-to-do/buy-tickets/

Is the coffee ready yet? You bet it is! TODAY kicks off Javapalooza 2026 in the Great Rivers & Routes region! ☕From Sept...
09/01/2026

Is the coffee ready yet? You bet it is! TODAY kicks off Javapalooza 2026 in the Great Rivers & Routes region! ☕

From Sept. 1 – Nov. 30, coffee lovers can sip, explore and celebrate at participating regional coffee shops with activities for all!

🏆 A specialty drink competition
🎨 A latte art showdown featuring talented local baristas
🔎 A coffee-themed scavenger hunt at participating shops

This week is only the beginning of this energic celebration of the bean! Grab your crew and get your coffee talk on TODAY! ☕✨

https://www.riversandroutes.com/events/javapalooza/

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