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Route 66 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration and Drone Show
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Kick-Off Event Highlights Include:
SEPTEMBER 4 | ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL FALL KICKOFF
The first day of our Fall Season is going to be BIG – and we want to make sure you know exactly what is included with your admission!
SEASON PASSHOLDERS: EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED!
Your Rader Family Farms Season Pass includes the entire day AND evening celebration!
That means your Season Pass includes:
- Fall activities from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- 12-Acre Route 66-Themed Corn Maze
- 55+ Fall Activities
- Route 66 Centennial Evening Celebration (6pm-8:45pm)
- Live entertainment by the Route 66 band
- Food Trucks: Cousins • Pizza Payaa • Patty Daddy’s • Pico De Gallo • Carl’s Ice Cream • Brew 66 Food and beverages available for purchase.
- Community partners and themed activities
- Community Mascot Meet & Greet at 7:00 PM
- The spectacular Route 66 Drone Show at approximately 8:15 PM
NO ADDITIONAL TICKET IS REQUIRED FOR SEASON PASSHOLDERS!
FRIENDS OF THE FARM: BUY ONE ALL-DAY WRISTBAND –
ENJOY THE ENTIRE CELEBRATION!
If you are purchasing an All-Day Fall Admission Wristband for September 4, your admission includes:
10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Fall admission
- Route 66-themed corn maze
- 55+ activities including the 12-acre corn maze and apple orchard.
6:00–8:45 PM
- Route 66 Centennial Evening Celebration
- Live music
- Community partners
- Community Mascot Meet & Greet
- Drone Show
YOUR ALL-DAY WRISTBAND ALSO INCLUDES THE EVENING EVENTS AND DRONE SHOW!
You do NOT need to purchase a separate evening admission ticket.
Both Season Passholders and guests with an All-Day Fall Admission Wristband may come and go throughout the day using their wristband.
Spend the day enjoying Fall activities, leave if you need to, and come back for the evening celebration and drone show!
IMPORTANT: FARM ACTIVITIES CLOSE AT 6:00 PM
At 6:00 PM, most our regular Fall activities will close with the exception of Admissions, Apple Blasters, Paintball and the Challenge Ropes Course.
You do not need to leave the farm!
Simply make your way to the Route 66 Centennial Evening Celebration area located south of the Accele-Rader Mega Slide.
4:00–7:00 PM | CRUISE-IN CLASSIC CARS & DONUTS
Car Owner Participants: Cruise in and cruise out at your leisure during the Cruise-In Car Classic at Rader Family Farms! There is no entry fee for participating car owners. Enter at the MAIN GUEST PARKING LOT AND FOLLOW THE SIGNS.
The first 50 car owners will receive one free T-shirt and one wristband per vehicle for admission to the evening activities from 6:00 PM–8:45 PM. Complimentary donuts and water will also be available for all participating car owners.
FREE FOR SPECTATORS attending only the car show.
Enjoy classic and vintage vehicles during our Cruise-In Classic!
Guests wishing to participate in Fall activities or remain for the evening celebration and drone show will need appropriate admission into the farm.
Sponsored by Maxlider, Rivian and Limelite Graphics.
APPROXIMATELY 8:15 PM | ROUTE 66 DRONE SHOW
Don’t miss the highlight of the evening!
Watch the skies above Rader Family Farms come alive with an incredible animated drone show featuring synchronized lights and iconic Route 66 imagery!
BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS OR BLANKETS!
The spectator viewing area is located on the grassy area south of the Accele-Rader Mega Slide.
Plan to arrive early and secure your spot – this is going to be an epic evening!
ONLY COMING FOR THE EVENING?
Guests who are only planning to attend the evening celebration from 6:00–9:00 PM may purchase a separate Evening Event Admission ticket online.
ONE INCREDIBLE DAY. ONE AMAZING CELEBRATION.
SEASON PASSHOLDERS: Your Season Pass includes the entire day and evening.
FRIENDS OF THE FARM: Purchase an All-Day Fall Admission Wristband and receive access to both the daytime Fall activities AND the evening celebration and drone show – with in-and-out privileges throughout the day!
We can’t wait to kick off our Fall Season by celebrating 100 Years of Route 66 with our Rader Family Farms family and friends!
Presented by VisitBN
Rader Family Farms proudly partners with VisitBN as the Presenting Sponsor of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration. Visit BN plays a vital role in welcoming travelers from near and far, helping share the story of Route 66 and positioning Bloomington-Normal as a must-stop destination along the Mother Road during this historic centennial year.
Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration & Drone Show Partner: Rivian
The September 4 Centennial Fall Kick-Off Celebration and Evening Drone Show sponsored by Rivian, whose spirit of innovation and forward-thinking transportation reflects the evolution of the American road trip – from the early days of Route 66 to the future of travel. Rivian’s partnership helps bring this unforgettable night of technology, storytelling, and celebration to the skies above the farm.
