Pictures: The 2026 Birthplace of Route 66 Festival begins in downtown Springfield

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The 2026 Birthplace of Route 66 Festival began in Springfield on Friday.

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This year’s festival runs through Saturday, August 8. It features live music, food vendors, Route 66 exhibits, and hundreds of classic cars.

Check out the full lineup by clicking here.

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