October 29, 2025
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Boo! at the Zoo to bring family-friendly Halloween fun to Brookfield

Celebrate the spooky season at one of The First Hundred Miles’ top attractions

By Ryan Searl●

Take a guided tour of the historic Joliet Iron Works

Explore 100+ year old industrial foundations, located just off of Route 66

By Ryan Searl●

Your final days to join ‘Mission: 1895′ immersive scavenger hunt

Join Lockport’s historical collector card game before it concludes on September 27

By Ryan Searl●

Explore parks and prairie along The First Hundred Miles

8 scenic outdoor activities to visit this autumn near Route 66

By Ryan Searl●

Celebrate 45th anniversary of ‘The Blues Brothers’ with a special screening at Old Joliet Prison

Cult classic film to screen at original filming location along Rt. 66

By Ryan Searl●

Experience The Gemini Giant (and more Route 66 photo-ops)

10+ can’t-miss roadside attractions

By Ryan Searl●

Classic Blast to play ‘Classic Rock, with a little Bach’ at Joliet Area Historical Museum

Popular regional tribute act set to perform on rooftop stage along Route 66

By Ryan Searl●

Photos: Bill Murray on hand for Joliet Slammers hot dog drop

World record attempt along The First Hundred Miles of Route 66

By Laurie Fanelli●

Attractions and historic sites located off Joliet’s Route 66

More Summer excursions for all ages along The First Hundred Miles

By Ryan Searl●

Explore natural spaces along Historic Route 66

From fishing to fossil hunting, there’s no shortage of Summer fun at these parks

By Ryan Searl●