They organized a memorable three-day event called the Historic Route 66 Fun Run Car Rally and Show that took place April 22-24, 1988. The dedication event attracted 152 entrants.

A new sign hangs over the entrance of Grady's 66 Pub in Yukon, and a new, giant sign is now in front of the historic Threatt ...

Organizer Reggie Tibbetts expects cars "from all across the nation" at next year's show.

In this June 2024 file photo, a classic 1964 Chevrolet Impala lowrides down the road at the Route 66 Festival Finale on Historic Route 66 in Amarillo.© Michael Cuviello / Amarillo Globe-News ...

The historic roadway traverses as many as eight states or 16 percent of the country (slightly more if you only consider the contiguous U.S.) with New Mexico boasting the most miles at 487 and Kansas ...

The free event is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. spanning Old Route 66 from Oak Park Avenue to Ridgeland Avenue. The car show features a stunning display of hundreds of classic and modern cars.

Car and motorcycle enthusiasts can ride through 11 cities along historic Route 66 this weekend during the Road Rally, earning points for prizes and celebrating with a dance party at the Chicken Shack.

Since then, it has been a beloved landmark along Route 66, drawing nearly 2,000 visitors a month. “It’s been here so long; it’s a part of Oklahoma history,” Moon said.

The event concludes with the Route 66 Festival Finale on June 14 in Amarillo’s Historic District — a one-mile celebration packed with music, vendors, food trucks, and a new pet pageant.