Route 66 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration
Description
Get Your Kicks on Route 66 at Rader Family Farms
Route 66 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration and Drone Show
Friday, September 4, 2026
Kick-Off Event Highlights Include:
Cruisin’ Coffee & Cars Show featuring classic and vintage vehicles
50+ activities combining historical elements, interactive learning, and family-friendly fun
Route 66–themed diner-style eats plus farm-fresh favorites
Live music, food trucks, local vendors, and themed photo opportunities
An amazing evening drone show featuring synchronized choreography lighting up the sky with iconic Route 66 imagery
This special day sets the stage for a season filled with storytelling and celebration—bringing the legacy of Route 66 to life across the farm.
Presented by VisitBN
Rader Family Farms proudly partners with VisitBN as the Presenting Sponsor of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration. Visit BN plays a vital role in welcoming travelers from near and far, helping share the story of Route 66 and positioning Bloomington-Normal as a must-stop destination along the Mother Road during this historic centennial year.
Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration & Drone Show Partner: Rivian
The September 4 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration and Evening Drone Show are proudly partnered with Rivian, whose spirit of innovation and forward-thinking transportation reflects the evolution of the American road trip – from the early days of Route 66 to the future of travel. Rivian’s partnership helps bring this unforgettable night of technology, storytelling, and celebration to the skies above the farm.
Route 66 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration and Drone Show
Friday, September 4, 2026
Kick-Off Event Highlights Include:
Cruisin’ Coffee & Cars Show featuring classic and vintage vehicles
50+ activities combining historical elements, interactive learning, and family-friendly fun
Route 66–themed diner-style eats plus farm-fresh favorites
Live music, food trucks, local vendors, and themed photo opportunities
An amazing evening drone show featuring synchronized choreography lighting up the sky with iconic Route 66 imagery
This special day sets the stage for a season filled with storytelling and celebration—bringing the legacy of Route 66 to life across the farm.
Presented by VisitBN
Rader Family Farms proudly partners with VisitBN as the Presenting Sponsor of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration. Visit BN plays a vital role in welcoming travelers from near and far, helping share the story of Route 66 and positioning Bloomington-Normal as a must-stop destination along the Mother Road during this historic centennial year.
Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration & Drone Show Partner: Rivian
The September 4 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration and Evening Drone Show are proudly partnered with Rivian, whose spirit of innovation and forward-thinking transportation reflects the evolution of the American road trip – from the early days of Route 66 to the future of travel. Rivian’s partnership helps bring this unforgettable night of technology, storytelling, and celebration to the skies above the farm.
Last updated: May 17, 2026
