FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can anyone join?

  • Yes! The core group of cars (one representing each state, one representing the US Route 66 Centennial Commission, and one representing the international community) will be traveling all the way from Santa Monica, California to Chicago, Illinois. Others can join or leave at any time!

• How do I join the caravan?

  • We will publish our schedule as we finalize our start/end points for each day and other stops along the way. You can also follow along using our GPS tracker, which will be activated on the website during the journey.

• Is there a registration fee?

  • Joining the caravan is totally free! We want as many people as possible to feel welcome being a part of this momentous occasion.

• How long can I join for?

  • As long as you like! We are not covering any costs for any participants outside of the core group, so that's up to you.

• Who is the organizer of the Caravan?

  • This caravan is coordinated through the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership and the Route 66 Associations in each state.

• Is this the only caravan happening during the Centennial?

  • There are several other caravans being organized with various levels of participation from the public. You can see the others here.

• Where is this caravan stopping?

  • The focus of this caravan, aside from giving each community a moment that is uniquely theirs, is Preservation. We will be selecting strategic stops along the way that highlight preservation success stories and that highlight the ongoing need for preservation support. 

• Will there be a way to show I am participating in this caravan, like a sticker or a magnet?

  • Stay tuned! We are working on these details.

• Will I be able to eat and sleep in the same place as the core caravan participants?

  • We are working through the logistics of the journey, which will take 20 days to cross the route. More to come!