Interactive History, Classic Cars, Vendors, Family Activities, and more!

The Route 66 Road Fest, presented by AAA, is a one-of-a-kind celebration giving you the chance to take your own journey through the history, attractions, characters, and fun of one of America’s most enduring treasures. It’s also a great opportunity to experience the Route itself.

Make a weekend of it, and hit the road to explore some of the 400-plus miles of Route 66 that run through Oklahoma.

The Mother of All Road Fests!

In 2026, Route 66 will celebrate its 100th birthday. To celebrate, AAA has created the AAA Route 66 Road Fest.  With the highway winding through over 400 miles within its borders, Oklahoma is the perfect place to host this celebration.

Experience Route 66 Like Never Before:

- Explore the history of Route 66 through interactive exhibits
- Marvel at hundreds of classic cars
- Enjoy our family-friendly Activity Area
- Tour an eclectic collection of vintage RVs
- Browse hundreds of vendors from all over the country

Car Show

The American Automobile Association (AAA) will celebrate the exciting history of America’s Mother Road - Route 66 in Tulsa once again with an indoor Car Show.

The Road Fest will offer a dazzling display of varied interests to attract people worldwide. This will include a decade-by-decade journey through time that will start with the roaring 20’s (the decade the route opened), an exciting presentation of the Future of Mobility, and many unique and themed activities all related to the automobile and Route 66.

Activities

Pinewood Derby
That’s right - THAT Pinewood Derby! We are partnering with the Boy Scouts of America and bringing the Pinewood Derby to the big stage. The Scouts have been doing this since the 1950s, with over 50 million kids participating, and now they’re going to share the fun with the rest of us. There will be sanctioned races taking place as well as the opportunity for you to choose a pre-built car and race your friends and family.

Presentation Stage

Conversations with Voices from the Road

The AAA Route 66 Road Fest Presentation Stage is your chance to hear about the past, present, and future of The Mother Road from authors, historians, documentarians, and more.

Guests from previous years include: Michael Wallis, Candacy Taylor, Joe Sondermen, Dr. Bob Blackburn, and Stephanie Stuckey.

Presentation Stage Schedule:

Noon - 12:45: “Must Sees on Route 66” with Joe Sonderman
 
1:00 - 1:45: “Current Attractions & Centennial Plans for the Route” with Claremore, Sapulpa, and Tulsa Planners
 
2:00 - 2:45: LIVE MUSIC - Ayngel & Dustin Pittsley
 
3:00 - 3:45: “Cyrus Avery: Father of The Mother Road” with Joey Madia
 
4:00 - 4:45: LIVE MUSIC - Bria & Joey

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