Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 – Stop 13 – Springfield 6.6K
- Date Fri 11th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Springfield, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us for an inspiring day at the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 – Stop 13 in Springfield, Illinois, on Friday, September 11, 2026. This exciting 6.6K run/walk invites participants to traverse the historic streets of Springfield, where the iconic Route 66 meets the legacy of Abraham Lincoln. As you take part in this scenic journey, you’ll not only experience the rich history of the capital city but also support a meaningful cause. The event features a special 2.1-mile shared segment where participants can join Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo to honor those living with ALS.
Springfield’s vibrant community and historic backdrop create a powerful environment for this event. Participants of all ages and paces are welcome to come together in solidarity, celebrating courage and awareness for ALS. As you earn your Stop 13 badge, remember that each step symbolizes a shared journey along the 2,400-mile Route 66 and the paths many families navigate with ALS. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a heartfelt movement that champions compassion and community spirit. Lace up your running shoes, embrace the camaraderie, and let’s make a difference together
Springfield’s vibrant community and historic backdrop create a powerful environment for this event. Participants of all ages and paces are welcome to come together in solidarity, celebrating courage and awareness for ALS. As you earn your Stop 13 badge, remember that each step symbolizes a shared journey along the 2,400-mile Route 66 and the paths many families navigate with ALS. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a heartfelt movement that champions compassion and community spirit. Lace up your running shoes, embrace the camaraderie, and let’s make a difference together
Organiser's Description
Where the Mother Road meets the home of a president and the heart of our mission.
Welcome to Stop 13 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series a 6.6K run/walk through Springfield, the capital city of Illinois and one of the most meaningful destinations on the entire Mother Road. Here, the spirit of Route 66 meets the legacy of Abraham Lincoln, creating a powerful backdrop for this chapter of our statewide journey.
This stop centers on the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, where preserved streets, historic homes, and the iconic Route 66 pavement come together in a way that feels both timeless and deeply symbolic. Its a place where history is alive and where our mission gains even more weight.
This series also stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo to honor those living with ALS. At each stop, participants join Enric for a 2.1mile shared run, a symbolic sidekick segment that reminds him and every family touched by ALS that no one travels this road alone. Springfield is one of the most meaningful meetup points, where courage, community, and history converge.
Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through Springfields historic district, anchored by the Lincoln Home and the preserved Route 66 pavement.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
Historic Significance: Walk and run where Lincoln once walked a powerful reminder of leadership, resilience, and legacy.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
CommunityDriven: Open to all paces and all ages Springfields pride and hospitality make this stop unforgettable.
Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 13 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch toward the final Illinois miles.
Why 6.6K?
Each event in this series honors the Mother Road itself 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the 2,400mile journey of Route 66 and the long, winding road families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.
Be Part of the Journey
Springfield is a stop that feels historic, heartfelt, and deeply connected to the mission. When you show up here, youre helping lift Enrics journey, amplify ALS awareness, and strengthen a statewide movement built on compassion and courage.
Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.
Welcome to Stop 13 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series a 6.6K run/walk through Springfield, the capital city of Illinois and one of the most meaningful destinations on the entire Mother Road. Here, the spirit of Route 66 meets the legacy of Abraham Lincoln, creating a powerful backdrop for this chapter of our statewide journey.
This stop centers on the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, where preserved streets, historic homes, and the iconic Route 66 pavement come together in a way that feels both timeless and deeply symbolic. Its a place where history is alive and where our mission gains even more weight.
This series also stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo to honor those living with ALS. At each stop, participants join Enric for a 2.1mile shared run, a symbolic sidekick segment that reminds him and every family touched by ALS that no one travels this road alone. Springfield is one of the most meaningful meetup points, where courage, community, and history converge.
Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through Springfields historic district, anchored by the Lincoln Home and the preserved Route 66 pavement.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
Historic Significance: Walk and run where Lincoln once walked a powerful reminder of leadership, resilience, and legacy.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
CommunityDriven: Open to all paces and all ages Springfields pride and hospitality make this stop unforgettable.
Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 13 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch toward the final Illinois miles.
Why 6.6K?
Each event in this series honors the Mother Road itself 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the 2,400mile journey of Route 66 and the long, winding road families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.
Be Part of the Journey
Springfield is a stop that feels historic, heartfelt, and deeply connected to the mission. When you show up here, youre helping lift Enrics journey, amplify ALS awareness, and strengthen a statewide movement built on compassion and courage.
Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.
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Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 Stop 13 Springfield 6.6K
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Fri 11th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$43.40
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426 s 7th St, Springfield, 62701, IL, United States
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