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Visit Springfield , where history meets the road! 🎩

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The City of Springfield's social media policy:https://ess.springfield.il.us/Documents/Policies/SocialMediaPolicy2022.pdf Travel iconic Route 66 to Springfield, IL. Experience one of America’s most beloved presidents, Abraham Lincoln. Relax at one of our local wineries or breweries while enjoying the ultimate cuisine. Discover vibrant arts and architecture, including the Illinois State Capitol and

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Dana-Thomas House. Snap a photo along Route 66 as you stop to check out attractions including the Route 66 Twin Drive In, Cozy Dog Drive In and Motorheads Bar, Grille & Museum. Visit our website to find inspiration, itineraries and all the details you need to plan the perfect road trip! Click here: https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/Default

Host the perfect Convention or Meeting in Springfield! Get started here, https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/Meet/MeetOverview for more info. Check out our Youth, Adult or Motorcoach options. https://visitspringfieldillinois.com click on TOUR for more information. The City of Springfield's social media policy is available online at www.springfield.il.us/Docs/CitySocialMediaSiteTermsUsePolicy2021.pdf. For more information about the City of Springfield, Illinois visit www.springfield.il.us.

Beauty is in the details! 🤩🚗📍 25th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival presented by Recon Techs Springfie...
06/23/2026

Beauty is in the details! 🤩🚗

📍 25th Annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival presented by Recon Techs Springfield
🗓 September 25th - 27th

✨ As Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, there's no better place to experience the Mother Road than Springfield! Festival weekend features Cruise Night benefiting Crime Stoppers, live music on the Isringhausen Imports Main Stage, the Isringhausen Imports Burnout Contest, Miss Mother Road Contest, the Route 66 Mother Road Festival 5K, Major League Eating Cozy Dog Drive In Eating Contest, special guests Chris Kattan, Dave Kindig, and Dennis Gage, and so much more!

🔗 Register your car and learn more (VIP parking is limited)👉 https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=37145


Springfield Vintage Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway U.S. Route 66 Centennial

Thursday kicks off a weekend full of FREE professional golf in Springfield at the Memorial Health Championship presented...
06/23/2026

Thursday kicks off a weekend full of FREE professional golf in Springfield at the Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS ⏰⛳️

📅 June 25 - 28, 2026
📍 Panther Creek Country Club
🚗 FREE Parking at Landmark Chrysler
🚌 FREE Air-Conditioned Shuttle courtesy of Landmark Cadillac
🎟️ Make plans to attend ➡ https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=37618

📸: Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS

Enjoy Illinois Korn Ferry Tour PGA TOUR

06/22/2026

217 PonyShoe Week is here! 🚨

June 22nd - 28th, explore the 12 pony shoes area-chefs have created for this week:
🍴 Cousin Eddie’s - Sports Bar and Grill: Ohhhh Buff YEAH! – $11
🍴 The Dublin Pub: Dublin Surf & Turf Pony Shoe – $18.95
🍴 Track Shack: Gorgonzola ‘n’ Ham Pony – $10.99
🍴 Scoop Du Jour: Ice Cream Horseshoe – $6.99
🍴 Trade Winds Pub and Eatery: Loose Meat Pony Shoe – $12
🍴 Legacy Pointe Eatery: Smoked Meatloaf Pony Shoe – $19
🍴 Weebles Bar & Grill: Hog Heaven Pony Shoe – $12
🍴 The Creek Pub & Grill: Sweet Meatloaf Shoe – $12
🍴 66 Mother Road Diner at Route 66 Hotel Southern View, Illinois: Homemade Country Fried Steak Shoe – $12
🍴 Silver Sevens Gaming Pub & Parlor: Hot Honey Chicken Pony – $9
🍴 Edinburgers Food Truck: The Pony Smasher – $15
🍴 Peases at BUNN Gourmet: BUNN Prime Rib Philly Cheesesteak Shoe – $17

Learn more about each of these ➡ https://217foodweek.com/ponyshoe-week/

217FoodWeek

Big or small, Mr. Lincoln welcomes all to take a seat with him! 🎩🇺🇸Meet the man, the myth, and the legend during History...
06/22/2026

Big or small, Mr. Lincoln welcomes all to take a seat with him! 🎩🇺🇸

Meet the man, the myth, and the legend during History Comes Alive 2026 in Springfield, Illinois! Now through August 8th, celebrate America’s 250th birthday and discover the stories, people, and places that helped shape our nation.

This summer, you can:
🤝 Chat and snap a selfie with our 16th President
🍨 Enjoy an ice cream social with Abe & Mary Lincoln
👋 Hear Lincoln deliver some of his most famous speeches
🚎 Hop aboard the FREE historic trolley and explore Springfield's iconic sites
🎶 Enjoy live music, living history demonstrations, and family-friendly activities
🤩 And so much more!

History truly comes alive in Lincoln’s hometown! Learn more and view the full schedule:
https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/Landing/HistoryComesAlive.aspx

Summer nights in Springfield, Illinois ☀️🌆🥰📍 The Illinois State Fairgrounds Route 66 Experience 📸: Greg CooperFind your ...
06/21/2026

Summer nights in Springfield, Illinois ☀️🌆🥰

📍 The Illinois State Fairgrounds Route 66 Experience
📸: Greg Cooper

Find your summer adventure ➡ https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/

Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway

Make this Father’s Day one to remember! 💙✨Treat Dad to a day of exploring, dining, and making memories in Springfield. W...
06/21/2026

Make this Father’s Day one to remember! 💙✨

Treat Dad to a day of exploring, dining, and making memories in Springfield. Whether he's into history, great eats, or the outdoors, you'll find plenty of inspiration here 👉 https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/

📸 IG: grace_filled_gibsons

One Week Away! ✨🎨Time is running out to be part of Springfield Art Association's Paint the Street Presented by PNC on Ju...
06/20/2026

One Week Away! ✨🎨

Time is running out to be part of Springfield Art Association's Paint the Street Presented by PNC on June 27! Washington Street will soon transform into a giant outdoor canvas, and this is one of your last chances to claim a FREE painting square through Visit Springfield.

Visitors who book an overnight stay in Springfield on June 26 or June 27 can receive a FREE painting square and join hundreds of artists in creating a one-of-a-kind work of art in the heart of downtown. 🖌️

Leave your mark on Springfield, enjoy a weekend getaway, and be part of one of the city's most colorful events of the year!

📍 Book your stay, then email your hotel confirmation to [email protected] to claim your free square while supplies last.

The Mother Road looks good in Springfield. 🚗As Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, now is the perfect tim...
06/20/2026

The Mother Road looks good in Springfield. 🚗

As Route 66 celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, now is the perfect time to hit the road and discover the iconic attractions, classic Americana, and unforgettable experiences that have made Springfield a favorite stop along America's most famous highway.

Plan your trip with our Legendary Route 66 Itinerary and start making memories on the Mother Road 🛣️➡ https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/Landing/ExploreSpringfieldItineraries

📸 IG: sr.interstate

Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a concert at the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, every Saturday through August 1st at 6:...
06/19/2026

Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a concert at the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon, every Saturday through August 1st at 6:30 PM! 🤩

The best parts?
✅ They are FREE
✅ Each Saturday is a different theme
✅ The Carillon is located in beautiful Washington Park

Find each of the themes and plan your visit ➡ https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails/?id=39962

📸 IG: m0niquegee

Springfield Park District

Along with the previous week full of special events, today we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US....
06/19/2026

Along with the previous week full of special events, today we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US.

Today is a day to celebrate freedom and the culture and achievements of Black members of our community. 🙌

📸: Juneteenth Inc.- Springfield, IL

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