🚗 Route 66 Main Street Mingle – More Than Just a Market, It’s a Movement!
📍 Location: Old Route 66, Virden Town Square, Virden, Illinois
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
✨ Join us for a day of community, creativity, and connection! ✨
The Route 66 Main Street Mingle is back and ready for another incredible season! What started as a simple market has grown into something bigger — a celebration of small business, local talent, family fun, and the revival of our historic downtown.
As we build toward the Route 66 Centennial Celebration, this season will feature a few exciting surprises and themed twists — including the return of our Renaissance edition and a special Centennial finale you won’t want to miss!
🗓 2026 Event Dates:
📆 April 25th
📆 May 16th (3rd Saturday)
📆 August 22nd
📆 September 19th (3rd Saturday) – Renaissance Edition
📆 October 10th – Route 66 Centennial Celebration
⚠️ Please note: May and September fall on the 3rd Saturday this year. Be sure to mark your calendars!
💡 What to Expect:
✅ Local Vendors & Artisans – Handmade goods, boutique finds, unique treasures, and small business favorites.
✅ Food & Drinks – Delicious eats and sweet treats from local vendors.
✅ Live Entertainment & Activities – Music, games, themed fun, and interactive experiences for all ages.
✅ Community Booths – Support local non-profits, schools, and organizations.
✅ Themed Surprises – From Renaissance flair to a Centennial celebration honoring 100 years of Route 66 history.
Each event builds on the last — leading up to our October 10th Route 66 Centennial, which will wrap our season in true Main Street style.
🛍 Vendor & SponsorshipOpportunities:
Your Choice: 15'x15' or 10'x20'
Vendor Space A: $20
Choice of Space
Vendor Space B: $40
Choice of Space plus a Facebook Vendor Spotlight
Vendor Space C: $80
Choice of Space plus a Facebook Vendor Spotlight + Name on Centennial Banner
Vendor Space D: $120
Choice of Space plus a Facebook Vendor Spotlight + Business Spotlight + Logo on Centennial Banner + Free T-Shirt
FREE- Nonprofits/Churches/Schools & City Organizations - Just pick the size of booth required.
📍 Want to be a vendor or sponsor? Sign up here:
https://airtable.com/appP7GLCwHPK0qdzI/shrCOv40lqBuyKwWR
🌟 Come be part of the movement where the past meets the present, and the community comes alive.
We can’t wait to see you on the streets of Virden for another unforgettable Main Street Mingle season!
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