Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 8- Lexington 6.6K
- Date Sat 5th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Lexington, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, September 5th, 2026, for the Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 8 in the charming town of Lexington, McLean! This exciting 6.6K run/walk invites participants to experience the heart and history of one of Illinois' most beloved Route 66 towns. As you traverse the scenic course, you'll not only enjoy breathtaking views but also feel the spirit of the Mother Road as you run alongside Enric Casacuberta, who is honoring those living with ALS by completing the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo.
With its rich history and the iconic Memory Lane as a backdrop, Lexington provides the perfect setting for this unforgettable event. The 2.1-mile shared run segment symbolizes the support and camaraderie needed in the journey with ALS. This community-driven event welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can be a part of the movement. By joining us, you’ll earn your Stop 8 badge, while amplifying ALS awareness and supporting Enric’s inspiring mission. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a day filled with heart, history, and solidarity down the legendary Route 66!
With its rich history and the iconic Memory Lane as a backdrop, Lexington provides the perfect setting for this unforgettable event. The 2.1-mile shared run segment symbolizes the support and camaraderie needed in the journey with ALS. This community-driven event welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can be a part of the movement. By joining us, you’ll earn your Stop 8 badge, while amplifying ALS awareness and supporting Enric’s inspiring mission. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a day filled with heart, history, and solidarity down the legendary Route 66!
Organiser's Description
Where history, heart, and the Mother Road meet.
Welcome to Stop 8 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series a 6.6K run/walk through one of the most iconic and beloved Route 66 towns in Illinois: Lexington. Known for its charm, its deep ties to the Mother Road, and the legendary Memory Lane, Lexington offers a backdrop that feels like stepping into the living heartbeat of Route 66 history.
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. Lexington is one of the most meaningful connection points, where the past and present meet on the pavement.
Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through Lexingtons historic corridor, with views and vibes that celebrate the Mother Road.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
Memory Lane Magic: Experience one of the most treasured Route 66 attractions a preserved stretch of the original road lined with nostalgia and story.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
CommunityDriven: Open to all paces and all ages Lexingtons warmth makes this stop unforgettable.
Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 8 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch from town to town.
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 Story
Lexington is where Route 66 nostalgia comes alive and where our statewide chain of support grows stronger. When you show up here, youre helping lift Enrics journey, amplify ALS awareness, and build a movement rooted in compassion and community.
Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.
Welcome to Stop 8 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series a 6.6K run/walk through one of the most iconic and beloved Route 66 towns in Illinois: Lexington. Known for its charm, its deep ties to the Mother Road, and the legendary Memory Lane, Lexington offers a backdrop that feels like stepping into the living heartbeat of Route 66 history.
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. Lexington is one of the most meaningful connection points, where the past and present meet on the pavement.
Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through Lexingtons historic corridor, with views and vibes that celebrate the Mother Road.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
Memory Lane Magic: Experience one of the most treasured Route 66 attractions a preserved stretch of the original road lined with nostalgia and story.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
CommunityDriven: Open to all paces and all ages Lexingtons warmth makes this stop unforgettable.
Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 8 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch from town to town.
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 Story
Lexington is where Route 66 nostalgia comes alive and where our statewide chain of support grows stronger. When you show up here, youre helping lift Enrics journey, amplify ALS awareness, and build a movement rooted in compassion and community.
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 8- Lexington 6.6K
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 5th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$43.40
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23639 Old Rte 66, Lexington, 61753, IL, United States
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