Texas Panhandle Gears Up for Epic Route 66 Festival

Amarillo, Texas, is in the heart of Route 66, and when you visit, you can get your kicks. Amarillo's Route 66 is full of history and nostalgia when it comes to traveling the Mother Road.

Route 66 flows from Chicago to Santa Monica, and it runs directly through Amarillo.  So, folks in Amarillo know how to celebrate Route 66. The 100th anniversary of Route 66 is coming up in 2026, and you know there will be a huge celebration.  A celebration so huge, Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle started celebrating 3 years ago with the Texas Route 66 Festival.  It's a great way to share knowledge, preserve Route 66 culture, and reintroduce it to people of all ages. From ranch rodeos to lowriders, cattle drives to bus tours, the festival captures the spirit of the Mother Road.

The Road to 100 Years of Route 66

This year, in 2025, the traditions will continue with a ton of fun activities celebrating Route 66.

Why the Texas Panhandle Is Perfect for Route 66 Celebrations

The Route 66 festival has grown in the last 3 years, and it brings the community together while bringing in more tourism during the week of June 5-14, 2025.

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With Adrian, Texas (in the Panhandle) being the midpoint of Route 66, it is no wonder that this area knows how to celebrate the Mother Road. Cities across the Texas Panhandle take part, with local businesses joining in to celebrate the great Route 66.

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Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the Mother Road in Amarillo and across the Texas Panhandle.