Old Route 66 to Springfield, IL for the Great Race, lunch and a tour of Dana Thomas House.

JAGSL – Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66

Join the Jaguar Association of Greater St. Louis (JAGSL) as we hit the road to celebrate a true American icon: the 100th anniversary of Historic Route 66!

On this special rally, we'll follow in the tire tracks of generations of adventurers by driving portions of the original Mother Road from the St. Louis area to Springfield, Illinois — the very birthplace of Route 66. This isn't just a drive; it's a journey through living history, perfect for Jaguar enthusiasts who appreciate classic style, scenic roads, and unforgettable camaraderie.

Rally Highlights Include:

• A scenic convoy along the historic brick-paved sections of Old Route 66
• Passing the iconic Sugar Creek Covered Bridge (with plenty of photo and video opportunities)
• Witnessing the thrilling start of the 2026 Hemmings Great Race in downtown Springfield
• A delicious group lunch at La Piazza Cucina Italiana
• A private guided tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece, the Dana-Thomas House

Whether you're piloting a graceful E-Type, a powerful XJ, or any other member of the Jaguar family, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the open road, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and honor one of the most legendary highways in the world on its centennial.

Get your kicks on Route 66 with JAGSL — where great cars, great friends, and great roads come together. We look forward to sharing this once-in-a-century celebration with you!

ITINERARY

8:45 AM: Depart St. Louis Bread Company - Westport

10:15 AM: Arrive in Auburn, IL at Auburn Square, 415 W Jefferson St, Auburn, IL 62615
Trevor & Liz Orthmann will have light snacks, baked goods at meeting point

10:30 AM: Depart Auburn and Drive Brick Road Portion of Old Route 66 and pass Historic Sugar Creek Covered Bridge on way to Springfield with Photo and Video Opportunities

11:15 AM: Arrive in downtown Springfield for start of 2026 Hemmings Great Race.Parking instructions provided at meeting point.

12:00 PM: View start of Great Race – time to see Old State Capitol

1:00 – 2:30 PM: Lunch at La Piazza Cucina Italiana

3:00 PM: Private Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Dana Thomas House

3:45 PM: Depart for St. Louis

Register for the event on the website or email Trevor Orthmann at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.