Route 66 Monarch Festival

Did you know the Monarch Butterfly's natural flyway in Illinois happens to overlap with Route 66? And that Route 66 turns 100 years old this year?

Join us as we celebrate Illinois' state insect, and everyone's favorite garden visitor, the Monarch Butterfly and Route 66's 100th anniversary! Enjoy FREE games, activities, giveaways, and more at this family-friendly event - rain or shine!

Illinois State Fairgrounds
Route 66 Experience (Gate 2)
801 E Sangamon Ave
Springfield, IL 62702

Saturday, September 12
2-8 pm

Schedule
2-6 pm: Enjoy games, activities, and giveaways; native plant giveaway
- 4 pm butterfly release
- 5 pm story time

6-8 pm: movie "Cars"
- Families are welcome to bring lawn chairs to enjoy the movie

Brought to you by the Illinois State Museum, Illinois Department of Agriculture, Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway, and a host of community partners.

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