2026 Great Race Kick-Off in Downtown Springfield
Sat, Jun 20 , 2026 • 9:30am - 1:00pm
1 S Old State Capitol, Springfield, IL 62701
Save the date!! The 2026 Great Race starts in Springfield Illinois this year traveling Route 66 all the way to Pasadena California.
The Great Race is an antique, vintage, and collector car competitive controlled-speed endurance road rally on public highways. It is not a test of top speed. It is a test of a driver/navigator teams ability to follow precise course instructions and the cars ability to endure on a cross-country trip. The course instructions require the competing teams to drive at or below the posted speed limits at all times.
The cars line up in Downtown Springfield. Come view the cars and help them get the race started.
Places to stay nearby...
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Springfield
All of the beautiful guest rooms and suites at this hotel in Springfield, IL, feature modern amenities and thoughtful touches including a flat-screen TV, premium bedding,…
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The Bank of Springfield Center
Springfield
Located in the heat of Downtown Springfield, the BOS Center is perfect for events or meetings.
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State House Inn - Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Located in downtown Springfield, the State House Inn is right across the street from the Illinois State Capitol complex.
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The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space • Jun 28 – Dec 19 @ 12noon
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