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Route 66 Centennial National Kick-Off: Amarillo...
30
Apr
Date
30 Apr (Thursday)
Time
Thursday
Venue
The Barfield, Autograph Collection, 600 S Polk St
Amarillo, TX, United States
📝 Useful Information
The National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration is set to begin on April 30, 2026. While the official national party is being hosted in Springfield, Missouri, Amarillo serves as a major hub for the 100th-anniversary festivities with its own Texas Route 66 Festival running from June 4 to June 13, 2026.
The city will host a variety of sanctioned exhibits, public art, and immersive travel experiences to celebrate the "Mother Road".
Major Centennial Events in Amarillo
Key Locations & Attractions
Visitor Information
•Texas Route 66 Festival (June 4–13, 2026): A 10-day region-wide celebration including classic car shows, bus tours, and live music.
•Coors Cowboy Club Cattle Drive & Parade (June 6, 2026): A historic tradition where Texas Longhorns are driven through downtown Amarillo starting at 10:00 AM.
•Route 66 Centennial Caravan (June 16–17, 2026): The Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership will bring its official caravan through the Amarillo stretch.
•Texas Route 66 Festival Finale (June 13, 2026): The grand closing event held in Amarillo’s Historic Route 66 District (6th Avenue) featuring thousands of fans, local vendors, and a massive car show.
•Historic 6th Avenue: The heart of the celebrations, home to antique shops, art galleries, and the festival finale.
•The Big Texan Steak Ranch: A designated stop for caravans and home to special centennial events.
•Cadillac Ranch: Iconic public art installation and a primary stop for the April centennial caravan.
•Amarillo National Center: Venue for the Coors Ranch Rodeo and other major western events.
•Cost: Many signature events, including the Festival Finale and the Cattle Drive, offer free admission to the public.
•Accommodation: Local favorites for the centennial include The Barfield (housed in a 1926 building) and Cactus Cove Inn & Suites.
•Cactus Cove Inn & Suites
•Event Updates: You can find the most current schedules and submission forms at Visit Amarillo.
Updated at 23 Mar 2026
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