Amarillo To Host Texas Route 66 Festival June 6 - 15


 Get some kicks on old Route 66!

From visitamarillo.com

Join us in celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66 with years of festivals building up to the centennial celebration in 2026! The festivities started with the inaugural Texas Route 66 Festival in 2023. Don't miss the upcoming festival from June 6-15, 2024, featuring ten days of exciting events along the Texas route.

Join us for classic car shows, Texas Route 66 bus tours, cattle drives, parades, music festivals, and a spectacular grand finale in Amarillo’s Route 66 Historic District. Mark your calendars and be part of this historic celebration! See you there!

Events Include:


Amarillo Coors Cowboy Club Cattle Drive & Parade
June 8, 2024 - Downtown Amarillo - 10 AM
Calling all locals, businesses, and enthusiasts of the Wild West and Route 66! Saddle up and get ready to ride the iconic Route 66 in style at the upcoming Amarillo Coors Cowboy Club Cattle Drive & Parade. This is your chance to be a part of a legendary event celebrating the spirit of the Old West right here in Amarillo on Saturday, June 8, 2024.

Lowrider Cruise on Old Route 66
June 9, 2024 -Amarillo Boulevard - 6 PM

Texas Route 66 Classic Car Show at the Festival Finale Event
June 15, 2024 -Historic Route 66 District - 11 AM - 7 PM


Miss Texas Route 66 Pageant
Are you ready to channel your inner retro glam and strut your stuff on the iconic Route 66 stage? Don't miss your chance to be crowned the ultimate pinup queen at the Texas Route 66 Festival Finale Event Presented by ANB on June 15th!

Texas Route 66 Corn Dog Eating Contest
Be the next Texas Route 66 Corn Dog Eating Contest Winner! This exciting competition takes place on the mainstage of the Texas 66 Finale presented by Amarillo National Bank on June 15, 2024

Find out more about the Texas Route 66 Festival at https://www.visitamarillo.com/events/route-66/


Check Out:

Cleburne Texas - Texas flair meets railroad history in this Lone Star town

Located just 30 minutes south of Fort Worth, Texas, you’ll find Cleburne, Texas, a charming small town worthy of a day trip or weekend getaway. Established in 1867, Cleburne was once a stop along the historic Chisholm Trail, as it was a watering hole for cattle and thirsty drovers too. In the late 1800s after the railroad came to town, Cleburne boomed as a transportation center, connecting smaller towns and larger cities.



Whether adventure takes you across the Great State of Texas or across the country, Vernon is a great place to be. Located roughly halfway between Dallas/Fort Worth and Amarillo, Vernon is where the real West begins. In Vernon residents and visitors can enjoy a vibrant and growing town with unique and diverse shopping and dining opportunities.



Wichita Falls, Texas, invites families to explore its diverse range of activities that promise excitement, learning, and quality time together. From nature adventures at River Bend Nature Center to aquatic fun at Castaway Cove Waterpark, there’s something to captivate every member of the family. So, gather your loved ones and embark on an unforgettable adventure in Wichita Falls!

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