Kansas Events

America’s Automotive Trust, the Detroit Auto Show, and the National Route 66 Centennial Commission are proud to announce The Drive Home VII: Route 66 – A Century of Adventure, a once-in-a-lifetime cross-country drive celebrating the 100th anniversary of the legendary Route 66.

This commemorative event will begin on January 3, 2026, in Santa Monica, California, and span the full length of Route 66, arriving nine days later in Chicago, Illinois on January 12. The vehicles will then be on display at the world-class Detroit Auto Show beginning on January 14.

Join the national Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series on the second Tuesday of every month where notable authors, historians and advocates come together to share their stories. This webinar series will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the nation’s beloved Mother Road. (11:00 PT/12:00 MT/1:00 CT/2:00 ET)

The Hidden Voices of Route 66

Route 66 is more than nostalgia. Leading Route 66 humanities scholar, Dr. David Dunaway shares first-hand oral histories that reveal overlooked voices and communities along the Mother Road.

Join the national Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series on the second Tuesday of every month where notable authors, historians and advocates come together to share their stories. This webinar series will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the nation’s beloved Mother Road. (11:00 PT/12:00 MT/1:00 CT/2:00 ET)

February 10: Cy Avery and the Invention of Route 66

How Route 66 came to be, and why Cy Avery mattered.  Author and Route 66 historian Susan Croce Kelly explores the Good Roads movement behind the Mother Road. 

Join the national Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series on the second Tuesday of every month where notable authors, historians and advocates come together to share their stories. This webinar series will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the nation’s beloved Mother Road. (11:00 PT/12:00 MT/1:00 CT/2:00 ET)

Women’s Work on Route 66

Cheryl Eichar Jett highlights the work, creativity, and leadership that sustained life and communities along Route 66.

Celebrate 20 years of Pixar's "Cars"! Join us for a fun outdoor event featuring a movie screening, car show, games, food trucks and special guest. Bring your family and friends for a day of nostalgia and excitement.
Date: April 4, 2926, Location: Luigi's Pit Stop, 205 E. Front Street, Galena Kansas.

Come be part of the Journey!
Travel with the group your way...car, motorcycle, RV, tent, or hotel. Share the road, explore together, and connect with fellow travelers.
Jump into rallies, pop-up meetups, parades, and community gatherings. Play, celebrate, make new friends, and be part of moments you’ll remember forever!

Dust to Dreams”: A Guided Tribute Journey along Route 66

Join us for an unforgettable journey along the legendary Route 66, from Chicago to Santa Monica.

Departing from Montevideo, Uruguay, “Historias del Asfalto – Dust to Dreams” blends history, culture, and adventure in celebration of the Route 66 Centennial. Daily activities and authentic local experiences await!

Join the national Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series on the second Tuesday of every month where notable authors, historians and advocates come together to share their stories. This webinar series will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the nation’s beloved Mother Road. (11:00 PT/12:00 MT/1:00 CT/2:00 ET)

Mother Road Book, Broad Perspectives

A wide-angle conversation on Route 66’s meaning, past and present, featuring leading voices in advocacy, interpretation, and preservation.

Speakers: 

Baxter Springs Saddle Club Monthly Youth Show Rodeo "Shodeo"

Join the national Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series on the second Tuesday of every month where notable authors, historians and advocates come together to share their stories. This webinar series will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the nation’s beloved Mother Road. (11:00 PT/12:00 MT/1:00 CT/2:00 ET)

Foodways on Route 66

Food tells the story of America in motion. Historian T. Lindsay Baker explores the diners, stands, and supper clubs that fed generations traveling Route 66.