Cruisin’ Through the Century: Jivin’ into the 1930s in Lexington

Step into the swing era as Lexington celebrates the 1930s during Cruisin’ Through the Century, a Centennial Celebration Weekend honoring the communities along the McLean County stretch of Route 66.

On Saturday, June 6, the party takes place at The Castle, where big band music sets the soundtrack for an afternoon of classic lawn games and vintage-inspired fun. Mark your calendar and plan to jive into the 1930s as Lexington keeps the Centennial celebration rolling down the Mother Road.

This event is part of Cruisin’ Through the Century, a two-day Route 66 Centennial celebration (June 6–7, 2026) spanning the McLean County stretch of the Mother Road. Communities across the county are honoring a different decade, including:

• Roarin’ into the 1920s in Chenoa
• Jivin’ into the 1930s in Lexington
• Swingin’ into the 1940s in Towanda
• Rockin’ the 1950s in Normal
• Groovin’ into the 1960s in Bloomington
• Vibin’ through the 1970s in Funks Grove
• Back to the 1980s in McLean

Plan your weekend and experience every era of Route 66 in one unforgettable celebration.