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Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
Hop on the Road: A Celebration of Route 66
Date & Time
Monday, May 25, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost
Location
1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL, 61761
Phone
Memorial Day weekend, DESTIHL Beer Hall is hosting a full car show and retro-style bash to celebrate the spirit of Route 66!

Car Show | $15 per car Registration opens at 10 am. The first 66 cars to register receive premium reserved parking. Judging begins at noon across four categories:

* Antique (pre-1950)
* Classic (1951-1999)
* Contemporary (2000-2025)
* People’s Choice (crowd vote)

Winners are announced at 2 pm with awards to follow.

Route 66 Style Showcase | Free to enter At 2:30 pm, contestants are called to the stage. Dress in your best retro-inspired outfit from the 1950s and Route 66 era. All ages and genders welcome. Winner decided by crowd vote. No ticket required to participate.

Also on site:
* Live music (12-3 pm)
* Face painting by Kari’s Occasions
* Cotton candy and snow cone station
* Kids craft station
* VisitBN

Beer and food features run until 9 pm, so stick around after the show!

Car show registration is $15 per vehicle. Only 66 spots available for premium reserved parking, so register early.

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