A frequent question we hear is: when are you celebrating the Centennial in 2026? Well, that IS the big question! Arizona's stretch of Historic Route 66 has mild winters- so celebrations will be going all year long! We expect that many communities along Route 66 will heavily incorporate the Centennial into existing annual celebrations.
The Association will of course be celebrating the Centennial with a big Route 66 Fun Run May 1-3, 2026!
Below is a list of existing annual Arizona Route 66-focused events in each community and the month they typically occur. This should provide a general idea of what will be going on in Arizona throughout the year. We’ll update this with more information as it comes in!
Oatman Bed Races, Oatman
January 25, 2025 | January 31, 2026 (tentative 2026 date)
Forget the Indy 500, Daytona 500, and the Kentucky Derby. For sheer drama and athletic prowess exhibited while wearing pajamas, nothing tops the Oatman Bed Races. Five-person teams, with four pushers and one sheet jockey, propel beds through Oatman’s main drag at breakneck speeds.
Route 66 Bike Week, Statewide
April 21-27, 2025 | April 20-26, 2026
A rolling rally that offers you a trip back in time, to explore historic americana and small towns USA. Route 66 Bike Week is recognized as the last full week in April, annually.
Route 66 Fun Run, Seligman, Kingman, Topock
May 2-4, 2025 | May 1-3, 2026
The oldest Route 66 celebration in the US! Historic Route 66 Fun Run participants from across the globe will meet in Seligman to travel a 140 mile stretch of Route 66 with events planned in nearly every community along the way.
Williams Car Show, Williams
June 6-7, 2025 | June 5-6, 2026
Hosted by American Legion Post 13, this event transforms historic Route 66 into an amazing display of automotive excellence, featuring a diverse range of classic, vintage, and custom vehicles. Attendees enjoy not only an impressive lineup of cars but also live music, delicious food, and a festive atmosphere that celebrates both the heritage of Route 66 and the community spirit of Williams.
Standin on the Corner Festival, Winslow
September 26-27, 2025 | September 25-26, 2026
A 2-day festival filled with live entertainment, vendors, food, and fun for all! This annual festival has grown into one of Northern Arizona’s biggest events attracting visitors from all over the world! Beer garden, horseshoe tournament, live auction, and more!
Kingman Route 66 Fest, Kingman
October 10-11, 2025 | October 9-10, 2026
This festival features live bands, beer garden serving regional craft beers, food and craft vendors, a classic car show, vintage trailer show, pin up contest, roller skating, Route 66 displays, live art demonstrations, fun activity zones, a zipline, a fun photobooth, children's activities and more!
Route 66 UltraRun, Seligman, Kingman, Topock
Veterans Day Wknd
Runners will journey through iconic Americana along 140 miles of historic Route 66 from Seligman to Topock66 Colorado River, Arizona. The event will host a maximum of 100 runners with a 60-hour cutoff, each supported by a dedicated crew. This 140-mile race benefits the Alzheimer's Association.
Monument Signs Unveiling, Seligman
April 20, 2026
Seligman will celebrate the unveiling of their Route 66 Centennial Monument Signs!
Route 66 Festival and Car Show, Holbrook
April 2026
Come out for a great car show, entertainment, food, and more!
Use the hashtag #loveaz66
