Route 66 is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, marking the centennial of the iconic highway's establishment on November 11, 1926. The 'Mother Road' will be the focus of celebrations across the eight states it traverses, with events planned to commemorate its cultural, historical, and economic significance.
Route 66 is iconic due to its historical significance as a major artery for migration and tourism, its portrayal in popular culture, and its embodiment of the American spirit of mobility and adventure. Often called the 'Mother Road,' it symbolizes westward expansion, particularly during the Dust Bowl era and World War II.
Join Oklahomans for an epic centennial celebration of the most iconic highway on Earth.