Small Towns Plan Epic Route 66 Birthday Celebrations

Описание: Communities across Oklahoma are gearing up for a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, the 100th anniversary of Route 66 in 2026!

The Mother Road was established in 1926 and once stretched from Chicago to Los Angeles. It still holds a special place in America’s history. With more than 400 drivable miles of the original highway, Oklahoma is planning a full year of celebrations leading up to the centennial.

🚗 What’s Planned Along Route 66?
A hangar band dance at the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford
A fiddle contest and music festival at Arcadia’s Round Barn
A screening of Disney’s Cars at Sapulpa’s Teepee Drive-In
The annual AAA Route 66 Road Fest in Tulsa
And a world record attempt in Tulsa for the largest classic car cruise

🌎 Why It Matters: Route 66 has become a legendary corridor known across the world — connecting communities, travelers, and stories for nearly a century.

With festivals, concerts, and historic gatherings, organizers expect visitors from across the U.S. and abroad to join in the centennial celebrations.

📅 For a full list of events, check this out https://www.newson6.com/story/68b0188...

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