Cool Arizona Places: Planning Ahead, International Route 66 Festival

Looking for something to do during mid-August?  Want to cool off in Kingman? Want to trace and enjoy the famous mother road of Route 66?

The International Route 66 Festival, August 14th to the 17th will be held in Kingman Arizona.

Kingman, the Heart of Historic Route 66 & one of the hidden treasures of Arizona, is conveniently located on Interstate 40 and is the perfect launching point for "Route 66 and Beyond." Scenic hiking, historic charm, great cafes and restaurants, and the allure of Route 66 combine to make Kingman a remarkable destination.

The roots of Arizona are captured by the Historic Route 66 Museum, Army Airfield Museum, and the Mohave Museum of History and Arts that recount the travels on Route 66, depict the World War II era and the early days of railroading, mining and ranching. At an elevation of around 3,300 feet Kingman offers a temperate climate year-round. 

Here is a partial list of some of the Festival events;

The Kingman Railroad Museum will present a Model Railroad Exposition during the International Route 66 Festival. Several displays will be featured of early and current railroad paraphernalia and the History of Rail Travel in America. Open 9am - 8pm daily.

Artists, Authors & Collectors Exhibition at Beale Celebrations (4th & Beale Streets). Open Friday & Saturday 11am - 6pm

Speakers Series at the Mohave County Supervisor's Board Room Friday and Saturday 

Distiller’s Choice Barrel Tasting at Stetson Winery. Patrons will attend an exclusive barrel tasting with the master distiller, who will choose up to five barrels for you to taste. While tasting, your guide will educate you on the barrels, the aging process, and what is happening in the distillery barrel room and why. This barrel tasting will include a featured cocktail, as well as h’ordeuvres. Prepare for a delicious educational experience inside our barrel room, and enjoy some of the angel’s share!

Powerhouse Historic Electric Vehicle Symposium

Legends of the Road: “The 66 Kid”: An art show, featuring maps and artwork from Bob Boze Bell’s new book “The 66 Kid” will be on display at the Route 66 Museum located inside the Kingman Visitor Center (120 W. Andy Devine Ave.) in Downtown Kingman. The show will be ongoing will during the International Route 66 Festival.

Thursday: Bob Boze Bell will be signing copies of his latest book, The 66 Kid, at the Kingman Visitor Center (120 W. Andy Devine Ave.)in Kingman. He’ll be there from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Friday: Bob will be at the Mohave Museum of History & Arts (400 W. Beale St.) in Kingman. He’ll be there from 2:00pm until 4:00pm.

Route 66 Fest Golf Tournament - In conjunction with the International Route 66 Festival, Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course is hosting a 3-day Route 66 event. Entry fee is $50 per person which includes 18 holes of golf with cart. Also Gross and Net Skins for each day with pay outs the following day. To qualify for the Net Skins the player must have a verifiable handicap.

Please check with the Kingman Chamber of Commerce 928-753-6253 for last additions and changes.

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