In celebration of the centennial anniversary of Route 66, the Illinois State Fair announces that the legendary Mother Road will serve as the honorary Grand Marshal of the 2026 Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade. Classic cars will lead the parade as a symbol of the iconic highway.
Thanks for posting the great jazz artist Nat King Cole. His brother Ike Cole had a steady gig at the Pump Room at the Ambassador East Hotel in Chicago.
Judy Roberts Chicago jazz pianist and singer regularly played Route 66 during her sets in Chicago and Scottsdale.
- Loyal Virus - Tuesday, Aug 11, 26 @ 9:30 am:
The Chicks and some women’s professional baseball! And a corn dog or two.
- Rudy’s teeth - Tuesday, Aug 11, 26 @ 10:17 am:
Thanks for posting the great jazz artist Nat King Cole. His brother Ike Cole had a steady gig at the Pump Room at the Ambassador East Hotel in Chicago.
Judy Roberts Chicago jazz pianist and singer regularly played Route 66 during her sets in Chicago and Scottsdale.
- Upbeat - Tuesday, Aug 11, 26 @ 9:10 pm:
Nat started off on the piano. Just happened to be a fabulous singer as well.