Travel the iconic Route 66 to Springfield, IL. From history to architecture and culinary delights to performing arts, we are definitely “more than one day.”

Embark on an experience like no other during the 17th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Experience, June 4 – August 8 throughout various Abraham Lincoln and historic sites! Don’t forget to jump on the free trolley service around downtown on select days.

Springfield is celebrating the Route 66 Centennial in a big way! Historic Route 66 runs through Springfield and provides many unique stops, including Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill & Entertainment Complex, the Legends Neon Park at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Gate 2 Experience, a Mural and Wayside Exhibits Trail, the Bob Waldmire & David Schwartz exhibits at The Pharmacy Art Gallery and so much more!

The Cozy Dog Drive In is a traditional Route 66 diner that became a part of the history of The Mother Road, and the history of Springfield, when, in 1946, inventor Ed Waldmire introduced the “Cozy Dog” – the famous “hot dog on a stick.”

Jump on our “Horseshoe Trail” and eat your way through the capital city, enjoying our unique, one-of-a-kind open face sandwich creation! Enjoy on of our dozens of “diners” throughout town for a truly unique culinary experience!

Grab the Explorer Passport with a collection of 26 sites, attractions and culinary treats not to be missed. And while you are at the Visitors Center, pick up a statewide Route 66 collector passport too!

Springfield is the place to be September 25-27, 2026 when 1,200 cars and 30,000 spectators roar into town for the 25th Annual International Mother Road Festival! Cars, food, music and fun for the whole family! Don’t miss Saturday’s burnout competition and Miss Mother Road contest. New this year on Saturday is the Major League Eating Cozy Dog Championship!

Regardless of your interests, Springfield has you covered with a variety of sites, attractions, culinary delights and a variety of accommodations to meet any travel needs.

Learn more today at www.visitspringfieldillinois.com