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The Mother Road Festival, Route 66 - Illinois

Each September, during the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival, the streets of Springfield, Illinois come alive with the rumble of engines from hot cars, cool trucks, vintage motorcycles, street rods, customs and everything in between. Hundreds of vehicles line the streets of Springfield’s historic downtown in a display that is guaranteed to wow even the most-seasoned car enthusiast.

This 3-day free car show and street festival, celebrating the past, present and future of Route 66, also offers outdoor stages with live music, commercial vendors, kid's activities and entertainment, Route 66 celebrities and events, plus much more.

Bon Voyage can arrange for you to be part of this parade! Sit alongside one of  the classic car drivers as they cruise along Route 66, enjoy the cheers from the crowd and soak in the fun atmosphere.... ....

The 2012 festival dates are September 24 - September 26. Check out festival footage (above). .the car action starts 1 minute in!

Fancy including this festival in your USA holiday plans or actually taking part? Call Bon Voyage to discuss the options available to you.